Felt panels are the friendliest cut-and-sew projects in the shop: the design is printed directly on real felt, so every edge you cut is a finished edge. No fraying, no hemming, no fear. Linda's now carries Riley Blake's felt panel line, starting with the Nutcracker Tradition felt panel ($24.99).
What Is a Felt Panel?
Unlike a quilting cotton panel, a felt panel is printed on non-woven felt. Because felt doesn't fray, the printed pieces can be cut out and hand-stitched or machine-sewn immediately — no turning, no interfacing, no raw-edge finishing. That makes felt panels the classic choice for holiday ornaments, stockings, advent projects and first sewing projects for kids.
The Nutcracker Tradition Panel
Part of Riley Blake's Sew-a-Story line, Nutcracker Tradition prints a complete nutcracker-themed holiday project on one felt panel: cut along the printed lines, layer the pieces, and stitch with simple embroidery stitches or a machine straight stitch. It's a weekend project that becomes a keepsake decoration, and an ideal teach-a-kid-to-sew kit — big pieces, forgiving material, visible progress.
Corey's Felt Panel Tips
Use sharp scissors and cut just inside the printed line for the cleanest edges — small, precise scissors make detailed shapes much easier. A simple whip stitch or blanket stitch in contrasting embroidery floss gives that classic handmade holiday look, and a dab of fabric glue can baste layers in place before stitching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do felt panel edges need to be finished?
No. Felt is non-woven and doesn't fray, so every cut edge is a finished edge. Cut the printed shapes and stitch — that's the whole appeal.
Is a felt panel a good project for kids or beginners?
It's one of the best. Pieces are large, the material is forgiving, there's no hemming or turning, and hand stitches like whip stitch and blanket stitch are easy to learn on felt.
Can I sew a felt panel by machine?
Yes. A standard straight stitch with a universal needle works fine. Many makers prefer hand stitching with embroidery floss for the traditional look, but either approach works.
