If you’re looking for a fun, intermediate-level challenge, this Felt Hummingbird offers the perfect opportunity to expand your felt crafting skills. You’ll explore embroidery details and layered construction to create a more dynamic design. For extra guidance, be sure to visit our Embroidery 101 skills course to brush up on the basics before you begin.

Though small in size, hummingbirds have a big presence in culture and nature. Native to the Americas, they appear in countless stories and traditions. For instance, in many Indigenous cultures, hummingbirds are seen as messengers from ancestors—symbols of love, joy, and good fortune. Moreover, their ability to visit hundreds of flowers daily makes them essential pollinators, reminding us that even the tiniest beings can bring about extraordinary abundance.

While there are hundreds of species in every color of the rainbow, we chose the familiar red and green coloring often spotted across North America. By layering rich felt tones, we recreated the bold plumage of this fast-flying beauty. Additionally, we used a double-running stitch to add texture and lifelike detail to the wings.

Once she’s ready to take flight, don’t forget to share using #MadeWithLia — and let your creativity soar with us!
Stitches used: Blanket stitch, whip stitch, double-running stitch, ladder stitch

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