I Have Something For You! Folkbird: A Free Pattern

Say hello to Folkbird! She is for you! She is a very sweet and humble bird inspired by our new canary. Don't worry- I know Folkbird doesn't look like a canary! I was actually trying to re-create a bird that I used to make all the time with saltdough. Carmen always loved them, but none have survived the years. As you can see, this one has become an ornament, but they would make nice pincushions too. Actually, I could never stick pins in her, but you can if you don't tell me about it!


Here is a front view of Folkbird. Not really sure why she looks so yellow in this shot.
On one side I tried to embroider the year. The felt I used is extremely thick and fuzzy so it was very challenging to get those little tiny numbers! If you use regular acrylic or wool craft felt, it should be easy-peasy. I had so much fun making her that now I am making a blue Folkbird. That's the other thing I like about this pattern- it's small so it goes together pretty fast. You can have lots of fun doing different combinations of colors and design motifs. I've included the heart and leaf motif on the pattern, but consider it just a guide. You are free to use birds from this pattern for gifts and for sale, but the pattern is for giving only-it should never be for sale. I'm not putting any limitations on her, but I would LOVE to see photos if you decide to make one.

Happy Holidays, dear friends. I am wishing you all much joy of the season! Thank you for being a part of my crafty dollmaking life!

Folkbird by Tender Arts by bettsi

Clicking the image above will take you to a .pdf for you to print.