Christmas decorations with jute, felt and craft paper fabrics ✨
At Katia Fabrics, we choose a handmade Christmas: simple projects made with jute, felt and craft paper fabrics, that are easy to make and with step-by-step video instructions so that you can customize colors and measurements and put your own spin on your Christmas decorations this year.
These Christmas tutorials are by Laura (@lascositasdelau), a creative sewist who enjoys turning simple materials into unique projects full of charm. With her friendly and practical style, she will guide you every step of the way so that anyone can make their own decorations.
Sew a reindeer felt basket 🦌
Follow this video tutorial and learn how to sew a reindeer-shaped basket perfect for sweets, notes or little gifts. You will achieve a warm, firm and very Christmassy finish, ideal for the table, the entrance hall or under the Christmas tree throughout the season.
Materials you need:
- Sand and light gray felt fabric
- Paper-colored craft paper fabric
- Reindeer basket pattern
Felt and jute poinsettia 🌸🎄
In this video tutorial, learn how to create a handmade Christmas wreath or centerpiece. Assemble it in layers to achieve volume and movement, play with your color palette and adapt the size to your space. Achieve a warm, natural and very Christmassy result: perfect for your door, table or a special corner during the holidays.
Materials you need:
- Red and yellow 100% recycled felt fabric
- Green jute fabric
- Poinsettia pattern
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3 essential fabrics for your handmade projects 🧵
Working with felt, jute and washable craft paper allows you to combine texture, volume and staying power with accessible techniques and polished results. Here is a quick guide on how to choose them and make the most of all their potential in your sewing projects.
100% recycled felt
Its matte and uniform surface makes contours stand out and provides a clean finish. It is stable, does not fray and keeps its shape well, so it allows you to cut it with precision and create defined layers. It can be sewn or glued, and looks particularly good when combining several colors.
✅ Quick tip: cut it directly with scissors, without finishing the edges. Use an 80/90 universal needle. Reinforce pieces by doubling them up to add more body and combine them with other materials to create contrast.
Jute burlap
A rustic texture with an organic look that provides immediate warmth. Its visible weave and firm feel create volume without sacrificing flexibility. The natural shades of jute go well with cotton straps, leather, or contrasting bias and suit both neutral palettes and accent colors.
✅ Quick tip: use an 100/16 universal needle and a 3–3.5-mm straight stitch. Cut using a cutter and ruler for clean edges and prevent it from fraying by applying a thin zigzag stitch or textile glue. For weight-bearing pieces, add a lining or interfacing.
Washable craft paper
It looks like paper but behaves like fabric: lightweight, resistant and with memory. You can wrinkle it slightly for a casual look or keep it smooth for a more polished finish. It takes folded seams, long stitches and trims well; it is also easy to clean and holds its structure with little weight.
✅ Quick tip: sew with a 90/14 or 100/16 needle, a long stitch length (3–3.5 mm) and use clips instead of pins to avoid making holes in the fabric. The edges do not fray; leave them raw or fold over for a firmer finish.
Christmas decorations with a handmade soul ✨
The felt, jute and washable craft paper fabrics by Katia Fabrics are ideal to make your own decorations this holiday season: warm, textured and structured materials that highlight each layer, fold and detail. Choose a palette of 2-3 shades, combine matte and rustic surfaces and add simple finishing touches (ribbons, labels or little bells) to turn your ideas into unique pieces. Because you can also sew Christmas magic: stitches full of love and style.
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