Friday, November 18, 2011

Sweater Ball for Christmas

 I know many of you are getting ready for the holidays so I wanted to repost my Sweater Ball for those who might be wanting a change of holiday decor without spending much or maybe any money..
  I have 5 little girls visiting next door and their Grandma needed something for them to do this weekend.
 I gave her a large carton of balls I've gathered during the year and a few sweaters-- she bought the buttons and ribbon..  I cant wait to see what they make.. 
:::  In case you ever change your mind and want to go back to the original ball it isnt hurt in any way, just unwrap and back to new::
  Just take any balls you have and any old sweater or get one cheap at goodwill.Mine was cream toned but it could be any color you'd like to use- even a patterned sweater would be fun.  Cut yourself some circles-- ENOUGH to cover the ball and an extra inch for the top.  Pull your sweater circle up over the ball and use a rubber band to hold it.. Then wrap with twine or ribbon,  add a few olld buttons or if you dont have any they sell them by the 50 pack at the Everythings a Dollar store and VIOLA, you have custom made, unique to You christmas tree balls, or where ever you want to use them..
 If memory serves I think I made 23 balls from just one large size sweater.  
  If you have leftover burlap or drop cloth or heck any fabric- you could use that..  The possibilities are endless and you dont have to even get out the hot glue gun or decoupage sticky stuff:)   
  Cheap, easy and quick~!  you know we all need this kind of project , especially during such a busy hectic time of year...

 Have Fun~!!
Sonny

14 comments :

  1. Oh these are just to darn stinkin' sweet. It would be a great activity to do with my Kid's Church. I'm always lookin' for more great hands on activities.

    I'm swipin' this....thanks sweetie!

    God bless and have a delightful weekend!!! :o)

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  2. Love your sweater ball...I need to wrap myself in many sweaters today...baby it's cold out there.

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  3. Thanks for poppin' over with your sweet comment and hoppin' on my blog. I sure hope ya'll enjoy the ride!!!

    God bless....

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  4. This looks fun...I have tons of dropcloth and burlap and have been wanting to make some ornaments! I need some balls! ;-D

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Sonny, this is such a great idea! I can see using 2 balls; one smaller than the other and making a snowman! Also like the idea of using whatever fabric would work on your particular tree!!!! TOO cute! Thanks so much!!!! XO, Pinky

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  6. Cute! Cable knit items (like pillows) are so "in" right now.

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  7. That is a very sweet idea, one I will remember just in case I need something really pretty and unique.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  8. I'm glad you reposted this Sonny! My daughter just bought a bunch of sweaters at Goodwill today for a project and she could probably use the leftovers for this project.

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  9. Love your idea! I will definately be making a few.

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  10. These are so cute, love how it looks on your tree. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Sonny honey I could not go to bed tonight without coming by and checking on you. I have to tell you I laughed for the first time in a while when I read your comment about my use of the word Normal. Your right how in my life did I think of using Normal in one of my post. My life has never been close to that so thanks for reminding me. lol
    With loving friends like you I am recovering from this horrible crisis in my life. One day soon I hope to be able to talk about it and if not in public then at least to you in a email.
    I love always coming by here and seeing what your doing. These balls would be prefect to do with grandchildren. Now if I could get mine more than thirty minutes at a time I would love to do this.
    Thanks from the bottom of my heart for all your support and prayers. I appreciate you so much
    Love ya
    Maggie

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  12. I am truly inspired, Sonny. Happy Thanksgiving to you all!...Christine

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