Rather than create a new project, I chose to use an existing tutorial -- Festive Forest -- by Sarah @ Berry Barn Designs. It's a tutorial that I've been wanting to try for some months. You can get the Festive Forest pattern here. My thanks to Sarah for allowing me to showcase her tutorial.
You need to cut out seven trees using the template provided in Sarah's pattern. I went traditional and cut out green trees. You can use whatever colours you want -- I think an autumn version would be awesome.
Next applique your trees using your preferred method.
I took the easy route and machine stitched my trees to the background.
A quick all-over stipple in white thread for a quick finish. I debated on what colour to use for the binding -- so glad I went with green.
Ta da -- a quick and easy Christmas wall hanging for yourself or to give as a gift. I forgot to time myself, but I think this is a project that can be easily done in a couple of hours or less.
This finishes around 13.5 inches x 23 inches. But you can make it whatever size you wish. It's a great tutorial and pattern that allows for creativity.
Don't forget to head over to Berry Barn Designs to get the pattern -- Festive Forest pattern.
And stop by the other bloggers on this wonderful blog hop. You're sure to find inspiration.
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That's cute! Love the off center star, too. Merry Christmas in July!
ReplyDeleteI love those green fabrics on the trees on either end, with all the swirls. Yes, an autumn one would be neat, too.
ReplyDeleteLove, love this pattern-thank you for the link! Yes, a fall one would be wonderful too! Thank you for sharing, Susan
ReplyDeleteCute idea for a wall hanging. I love the green on blue. cknapp3626(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so cute!! Thanks for sharing this tutorial and patterns -- it looks so fun and quick to make!! IronLftr10@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteCute. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWonderful, fast project for the holidays. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteWonderful project! I'm with you--I take the easy route whenever I can!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
ollieami@aol.com
Would make a great, quick placemat? Love the extra touch of the star on top of the tree. ndfromsdATgmailDOTcom
ReplyDeletelove this, so quick and easy. Thanks
ReplyDeleteThanks for the link and I love the fabrics you chose!
ReplyDeleteA blue and green Christmas tree combination is in one of my project bags begging to be created.
ReplyDeletetvonzalez at gmail dot com
That seems like a doable project...may be able to make more than one as gifts. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI have a christmas tree flimsy I need to finish up and this would go perfectly with it!
ReplyDeleteI have a christmas tree flimsy I need to finish up and this would go perfectly with it!
ReplyDeleteSweet! This looks lovely and like a relaxing project to try. Happy Christmas in July!
ReplyDeleteLove your Christmas trees.
ReplyDeleteSweet little project? It would make a great deco pillow! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI really love this idea and with fewer trees on a smaller background this would make beautiful placemats!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful project to share for holidaz gifting, would make a great wallhanging, thanks sew for chance to win.
ReplyDeleteSweet and simple pattern can be made as a wall hanging, table runner, placemats or mug rugs. The star makes the pattern. Hmm, how about a Christmas shopping bag? Love the ideas this gives me.
ReplyDeleteThanks or the tutorial!
ReplyDeletethis is wonderful. I love simple. thanks for sharing how you did it
ReplyDeletequilting dash lady at comcast dot net
The simplicity of the design makes it over the top! It is absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGreat little project! Lots of options....thank you
ReplyDeleteWhat a great little quilt! I love the simplicity of the design and how it could be customized by the maker. Thanks for sharing the project.
ReplyDeleteMLMcspadden at juno dot net
Thanks so much for the ideas! Such a cute project.
ReplyDeleteThis is very sweet. I bet my granddaughter would love to help make this!
ReplyDeleteI like things that are simple, quick, and easy to understand. That would make a great gift any time, but especially last minute at Christmas. Thanks for participating in the blog hop. momoftana at yahoo dot com
ReplyDeleteVery nice...looks like a great idea for a quick gift. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute and quick gift idea...or one to keep for myself :)
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely! Sometimes just the simpler patterns make the most statement!
ReplyDeleteLove the simplicity of this design. I like the swuirly green fabrics you chose. They look good with that quilting motif!
ReplyDeleteLove this little wall hanging. Just checked out Sarah's version (thanks for the link) and I can't get over the difference color choice makes. I love that your's is so traditional.
ReplyDeleteCute project for a great little gift. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove this project. It is simple, but looks great. There are so many ways to make changes to make it your own. Thank you for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteCute wall hanging idea.
ReplyDeleteI love the way your mini came together, Anja, and the touch of the star is sweet!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the suggestion! Loved your quilt in your previous post. Janice.snell@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteAnja, I love the green! And with the binding matching, it all pops so well! Thanks for sharing my design. I had fun making it as a wall hanging, and I think this year I'm going to create a set of placemats with it for Christmas morning : )
ReplyDeleteThat looks very nice, thank you for being part of the blog hop delissac@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteTHANKS FOR SHARING YOUR PROJECT WITH US READINGTIRZAH AT YAHOO.COM
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect quick gift! I like the added touch of the star and your green binding was perfect! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLovely festive wallhanging, and I love the background you chose. Thank you for the link.
ReplyDeleteVery nice--quick and cute! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteeahorgan@gmail.com
I agree, I think the green binding looks great on it!
ReplyDeleteI love the Christmas tree wallhanging. I'm making wall hangings for my mom's wall in the nursing home and that would be a good one for Dec.
ReplyDeleteAwesome Christmas tree wall hanging. So festive!
ReplyDeletenikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com
Nice wall hanging, I like the green binding too.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Would make great design for Christmas table mats also. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt is very festive.
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. You could use this for so many things. I think as a table topper would be great!
ReplyDeleteI see why you like this tutorial. Very cute
ReplyDeleteI love your wall hanging and it looks so easy to do! Thank you for sharing this idea.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun (and quick) wall quilt idea! Merry Christmas (in July).
ReplyDeleteReally cute and done in a short time!
ReplyDeleteQuick and easy to make up as part of a table set
ReplyDeleteLooks quick and easy but still lovely to look at
ReplyDeletenl@ridder.ca
Very cute! I love the simplicity of it and I can imagine it fitting with just about any decor.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty. AND it looks fast and easy. Can't wait to try my hand at this. I like if for a table topper. Thanks!
ReplyDeletevery cute!
ReplyDeleteThis is a really cute project. I love projects that can be completed quickly.
ReplyDeleteGreat project--thanks for showing it!
ReplyDeleteFast and easy, for sure!! Thanks for sharing it with the 12 Days of Christmas in July Blog Hop. Smart thinking to NOT "reinvent the wheel!!"
ReplyDeleteVery Cute. I love the contrast!
ReplyDeleteSomething nice and easy but very effective and pretty :) I like that blue fabric.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, it will be great for the table too.
ReplyDeleteOh, Anja, I just LOVE this! So simple, but very effective! And I love the one off-center star. Perfect touch! Thanks for all you've done to help make the hop a success!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely festive forest. That blue really sets off the trees so well. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery cute wall hanging. And it's great that it doesn't take too much time.
ReplyDeleteNice idea will have to save this one too..lol tytyty.... happyness04431@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSooo cute! I love the background fabric and all the green trees. This will be a lovely decoration for the holidays! Thanks for directing us to the pattern!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love this! It's so pretty. I need to put this on my list; I know where I could use it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWonderful wall-hanging. This is on my to-do list for Christmas gifts. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThis would make a wonderful table topper. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great, quick project. It could be adapted to become a pillow. Thanks for sharing. mfhagopian@aol.com
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty wall-hanging! I could see sewing some small colored beads to the trees to give them some sparkle. I think I've even seen tiny colored light bulb beads that would be pretty too! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful forest of Christmas trees. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove quick projects. This would make an awesome pillow.
ReplyDeleteCute ideas. creations4u7@aol.com
ReplyDeleteSo simple yet so effective. Thanks foe sharing.
ReplyDeleteThat looks easy and fun.
ReplyDeletePerfect for s hostess gift.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty quilt. You chose the perfect background fabric for it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fun one, thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty! Thank you for sharing with us!
ReplyDeleteFast and festive forest!
ReplyDeletesusanprincess at att dot net
This is fabulous! I love the simplicity and will certainly be trying this out for Christmas. x
ReplyDeleteA cute and quick project! Love the green, might be because it's also my favourite colour.
ReplyDeleteOh, Anja! This is cute, quick, and versatile!
ReplyDelete*Thank you!*
(And thank you for introducing me to Sarah of Berry Barn Designs!)
I could change up the sizing SO easily, and use this on anything from a hot pad or placemat, to a quilt!
(I like your choice of colors and fabrics, too! Cute!)
Pat T.j
Hi Anja,
ReplyDeleteI think I would use this as a table topper. Love the fabrics you chose and that star is special. ~smile~ Roseanne
I love this idea....so cute and quick. Perfect for the holidays!
ReplyDeleteCute idea - and not too hard either - thanks!
ReplyDeleteI created a set of placemats with the same design. They are a family favorite for Christmas and winter. Thanks for sharing your talents. D. Weeks (aka Momma Llama)
ReplyDeleteThank you.... it's beautiful!!! Nice gift!!
ReplyDeletekcummings71@gmail.com
That is great and could be used beyond Christmas.
ReplyDeleteNice unique project. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteejaneemerson@yahoo.com
I'm seeing an awesome table topper hostess gift! Thanks for sharing. lutzcats (at) yahoo (dot) com
ReplyDeleteSo cute. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove the trees!!! Thank you
ReplyDeleteI feel like I saw this, hope I'm not doubling up on my comment, lol, maybe it was on Instagram, but I love it! So effective!
ReplyDeleteLove these trees! Nice work Anja!
ReplyDeleteReally pretty trees, great in all colors! Good for gifting!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Thank you for sharing it.
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LOVE YOUR PROJECTS>TREES+STARS! THANKS FOR SHARING!
ReplyDeletemsstitcher1214@gmail.com
Thank you! I love those trees.
ReplyDeletecute idea! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun design! This could be used any number of ways. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDelete'Love it! Those trees and that sky fabric are beautiful. Thank you for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteThe use of the trees makes this usable past the Christmas holiday. Thanks for participating.
ReplyDeleteI thought this was going to be too plain, but when you had it all together it looks good--reminds me of trees in a snowfall.
ReplyDeleteSimple but very striking. Thanks
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute little mini! Love your color choices, especially that bright blue background.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful, I love the simplicity of the design. Thank you for sharing it Anja!
ReplyDelete~Brandy
Great wall hanging!
ReplyDeleteGreat project! I'm definitely going to make some of these for Christmas gifts!
ReplyDeleteThis is definitely going on my to-do list - and I love your snowflake background fabric! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSweet! Thanks for the fun project!
ReplyDeleteThose trees are so cute-- thanks so much for sharing!! I love the swirly green fabrics!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. Love the trees. There is just something about that blue and green color combination. Love it. kthurn@bektel.com
ReplyDeleteIt is simple, but it makes a statement. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteIt's very festive.
ReplyDeleteIt is a really cute design. I love the blue print you chose for the background and the green binding was the perfect choice.
ReplyDeleteGreat project! I'm definitely going to make some of these for Christmas gifts!
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