DIY Felt Bird Ornament
Create this adorable DIY bird ornament with a free template and simple sewing instructions—perfect as a heartfelt gift or festive decoration for any occasion!
Craft a heartfelt gift with this DIY bird ornament! Featuring a free printable template and simple hand-sewing instructions, this project is perfect for crafters of all ages and skill levels.
Made with felt, ribbon, and thread, these charming love birds can be customized in Christmas colors for tree decor or transformed into Valentine’s Day gifts with their adorable heart-shaped wings.
Whether it’s a special keepsake for a loved one or a delightful craft for your family, this bird ornament is as versatile as it is fun to make.
Who Should Make a Bird Ornament, or a Pair of Love Birds?
This bird ornament is a delightful project for kids, teens, and adults alike. Beginners will appreciate the easy-to-follow instructions and minimal supplies, while experienced crafters can enjoy adding personal touches. It’s a great way to bond with loved ones over a shared creative activity, making it perfect for family crafting sessions, classroom projects, or DIY gift-making.
Fun Ways to Use your LoveBird Ornament
- Christmas Tree Ornament: Add festive cheer to your tree with these whimsical birds.
- Window Decoration: Attach a suction cup and hang it in a window for a year-round accent.
- Refrigerator Magnet: Remove the loop and glue a magnet on the back to decorate your fridge.
- Keychain or Backpack Accessory: Transform it into a fun and functional accessory.
This DIY bird ornament is a versatile and heartfelt gift for any occasion. For Valentine’s Day, make a pair of love birds for your partner, best friend, or sibling to say, “I love you.”
Use traditional holiday colors to create festive ornaments for your Christmas tree, or customize the birds with your and your partner’s favorite colors for a romantic anniversary keepsake. You can also surprise someone special with this handmade token of appreciation just because you care.
For even more Valentine’s Day inspiration, explore these delightful crafts:
- Love Bug Valentine Craft: Create these adorable love bugs using simple supplies. Their cheerful faces and vibrant colors make them perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts or decorations. Get the tutorial here.
- Flamingo Valentine Craft: Make an elegant flamingo with heart-shaped accents for a unique Valentine’s Day creation. This craft is both fun and easy, making it great for kids and adults. Find the instructions here.
How to Make a DIY Felt Love Bird Ornament
All you need to bring this adorable bird ornament to life is felt, ribbon, and thread! With our free printable template and step-by-step instructions, this project is not only easy but also enjoyable. Whether you’re crafting solo or with a group, you’ll love how simple and rewarding it is to create your own love bird ornament.
Supplies:
- Different colored felt fabrics
- Pencil or chalk
- Needle
- Matching threads
- Ribbon
- A pair of scissors
- Cotton batting
- Printed template
Instructions:
Download and print out the Love Bird Ornament Template.
Prepare the template patterns and select felt fabrics for the bird craft.
The template includes patterns for the front base, back base, beak, wing and legs.
Trace the patterns on the selected felt fabrics using a pencil or chalk. Use scissors to cut out the traced felt fabrics.
Take one of the body bases and place the heart wing cutout on it, with the pointy end facing towards the bird’s front edge.
Use matching thread to stitch along the border of the heart wing to connect it to the base.
Use black thread to stitch the eye on to the head part of the bird base. You can use a pencil to trace the eye before stitching it if you like.
Take the other bird base cutout, this will be the back of the bird’s body.
Place the beak cutout on the front edge of the base, slightly overlapping it on the bird’s head.
Use a small piece of ribbon to make a loop.
Place the open ends of the ribbon loop on the top edge of the back bird base. Overlap the open ends of the loop onto the bird’s body.
Place the front piece of the bird on top of the back base, keeping the ribbon loop and the beak between both body layers.
Use a matching thread to stitch along the border of the bases to connect them. Start from the beak and stitch towards the top edge, connecting the beak and the ribbon loop between the layers.
When the stitching reaches the bottom edge, place the legs between the base layers as shown below.
Continue to stitch to connect the legs with to the bases. Keep a small opening and stuff the felt bird with a small amount of cotton batting.
Close the opening to secure the stuffing and to complete the felt bird ornament.
Make another felt bird ornament to make a pair of love birds!
Variation Ideas for the Love Bird Ornament:
- Color Themes: Use pastel shades for Easter, bright colors for summer, or muted tones for fall.
- Personalized Designs: Add initials or small embroidery patterns for a custom touch.
- Holiday-Specific: Incorporate glittery thread or tiny beads for extra sparkle during the holidays.
- Animal Pairings: Create coordinating felt animals like owls or unicorns to accompany your birds. (Find more ideas with this DIY Felt Unicorn Ornament here.)
With its versatility and heartfelt charm, the DIY bird ornament is the perfect craft for any season or celebration. Whether you’re adding a personal touch to your holiday decor, creating a thoughtful gift, or enjoying a creative activity with loved ones, this project is sure to delight. Download the free template today and start stitching your way to a handmade treasure that’s as meaningful as it is beautiful!
If you’re inspired by this project, check out these other fun felt creations:
- Felt Peacock Ornament Craft: Add an exotic flair to your decor with this colorful design. Get the tutorial here.
- DIY Avocado Felt Ornament: Perfect for the foodies in your life! Learn more here.
- DIY Felt Strawberry: A sweet craft idea for spring or summer. Try it here.
- Valentine Gnomes Craft: Another charming Valentine’s Day idea. Check it out here.
