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DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

December 9, 2015 By Taylor 33 Comments

Bohemian TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric Bohemian TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

I have had a DIY TeePee on my to-make list for years now! When Meaghan and Lindsay of Hawthorne Threads asked me to participate in a Blog Hop for their new in-house fabric line Forest Fables, of course I said yes. We bounced around a few ideas and then I remembered my TeePee idea and everyone was excited!

Bohemian TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

I have followed Hawthorne Threads for years so I knew they sold designer fabric but I really had no idea that they had so many of their own fabric lines that they printed themselves! The best part is they print the fabric to order so they never run out :) When I received the fabric it felt different than usual quilting cotton, they sent a note about washing and about using a finer needle since their thread count is so high. I always prewash when making clothing but this TeePee won’t ever be washed so I worked with it how it was, which was awesome since the fabric is somewhat stiff after printing.

Bohemian TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

Their newest line, Forest Fables was inspired by the classic tales of “Three Billy Goats Gruff” and “Chicken Little”, as well as handcrafted embroidery and paper cutting. As soon as I read that I was all in haha! I love the blush and mustard colors in the Harvest Palette. I obviously had to go with the Folk Tails for the main body and I accented with Floral Stitch for the door.

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

I did a little bit of “DIY TeePee Research” and it seemed like all the ones that I found online that I like originated from this one HERE. The tutorial is great and worked perfectly for me! I love when I don’t have to reinvent the wheel :) I was inspired by a few solid lace TeePees I have seen in blogland so I wanted to incorporate some lace in mine too. I traced out a pattern piece for the panels that I found in the tutorial but I just hacked it on the top part. I cut fabric panels of the bottom pattern piece and lace panels for the top (don’t forget seam allowances on both pieces). Then I sewed them together, ironed the lace toward the fabric side and top stitched. From there I could just follow the original tutorial just the same.

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

I was originally going to make my own bias tape but I had been hoarding that gold tape for almost a year and this project seemed perfect!

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

Lastly, I added some “Bohemian Flair” to the top. I wrapped yarn around the top and attached it with hot glue.

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

I used some more fabric from the line and a scrap of gold that I had to make some hanging embroidery hoops. I also did a little fabric bunting out of long scraps that I had.

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

We basically all (the kids and I) love it! And the fabric couldn’t be more perfect! Let me know if you have any other questions about the TeePee! But now for the best part…
DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

DIY TeePee with Forest Fables Fabric

 A GIVEAWAY!… One lucky reader is going to win a Forest Fables Fat Quarter Bundle in the Harvest color way!

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Be sure to check out all of the other fabulous blogger on the blog hop!

Monday, December 7th – Brooklyn Pattern Co.
Tuesday, December 8th – Clover and Violet
Wednesday, December 9th – Taylor Made
Thursday, December 10th – Film in the Fridge
Friday, December 11th – Hawthorne Threads

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Comments

  1. Cecilia says

    December 9, 2015 at 10:44 am

    A Tardis quilt for my son-in-law is next on my quilt. Thanks for the giveaway. I love your teepee!

    Reply
    • Taylor says

      December 14, 2015 at 3:10 pm

      thanks so much! that quilt sounds amazing!

      Reply
  2. Kathie L says

    December 9, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    I am finished up a tree skirt for my tree.

    Reply
    • Taylor says

      December 14, 2015 at 3:11 pm

      i need to do that haha!

      Reply
  3. Kris H says

    December 9, 2015 at 6:22 pm

    Pajamas are on my list.

    Reply
  4. Donna says

    December 9, 2015 at 10:42 pm

    I’m working on making some bags and pouches for gifts.

    Reply
  5. Patricia Cash says

    December 10, 2015 at 7:53 am

    Love the teepee, I want one!
    patsystitch@gvtc.com

    Reply
  6. Robin says

    December 10, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Such an adorable and creative project!

    Reply
  7. LINDA says

    December 10, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    CHRISTMAS PLACE MATS FOR GIFTS!
    THANK YOU!

    Reply
  8. carolyn montgomery says

    December 10, 2015 at 12:22 pm

    i am making zip pouches and fabric baskets. love the tipi.

    Reply
  9. Kristi says

    December 10, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    I’m going to make a Kaffe Fassett quilt!!!

    Reply
  10. Marla says

    December 10, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    This fabric would be great for pillows with a pocket for a book.

    Reply
  11. Cori says

    December 10, 2015 at 2:41 pm

    Making doll clothes and pj.

    Reply
  12. Pam says

    December 10, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    I’m planning a bed quilt for my granddaughter’s birthday. I’d love to use this fabric in it! Your teepee looks like great fun!

    Reply
  13. Janie says

    December 10, 2015 at 3:45 pm

    Your tee pee is lovely. I love the lace that you incorporated into it. I need to make a new quillow, my current one has seen better days. Thank you for sharing, and the giveaway.

    Reply
  14. Gidget says

    December 10, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    I have so many quilts on my to-do list… all I need is lots of time!

    Reply
  15. Joan H. says

    December 10, 2015 at 9:05 pm

    I am just finishing up the last of several tote bags which I made as Christmas gifts

    Reply
  16. Kathy E. says

    December 10, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    my husband loves bears and I’ve long thought about making a Bear Claw quilt for him to have in his office. Perhaps 2016 will be the year!

    Reply
  17. Lisa Cowell says

    December 10, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    I’m making quilts for the grandkids.

    Reply
  18. Emily C says

    December 11, 2015 at 7:29 am

    A baby quilt for a friend.

    Reply
  19. Cyndy Knapp says

    December 11, 2015 at 12:37 pm

    I have a baby quilt on my to-do list. Thanks for the chance to win.

    Reply
  20. Nicole Sender says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    I am finishing a Hunry Caterpillar quilt for my grandson!

    Reply
  21. Kath S says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:19 am

    Oh how fun! What a unique project – thank you for sharing how you put it together. Well, I’ve got a quilt to make for my new nephew, a throw for my Dad and I’m supposed to be working on the Farmer’s Wife QAL (but am so far behind I doubt I’ll ever catch up).

    Reply
  22. Kath S says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:33 am

    Very creative project! I just love all the little details you added – I’m sure you kids will remember it and someday tell their children about the tepee you made. I’m currently starting two quilts, a baby boy quilt and a throw for my Dad. Thanks for sharing your process!

    Reply
  23. Nancy Hilderbrand says

    December 12, 2015 at 8:43 am

    My next project is to finish my first project which is a sew as you go quit. I have all the blocks made but it says to put them together with hand stitching but //////////////i’m afraid it will fall apart with the first washing.

    Reply
  24. Kristy says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:19 pm

    Working on Christmas stockings and jammies right now! :)

    Reply
  25. Cindy B says

    December 12, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    I would like to make a baby quilt and an apron.

    Reply
  26. Lee Taylor says

    December 13, 2015 at 9:11 pm

    From one Taylor to another, Merry Christmas. Also, I have to finish a quilt for my nieces present.

    Reply
  27. sop.hie.s says

    December 14, 2015 at 4:26 am

    A skirt for myself and a dress for my daughter…

    Reply
  28. Debby says

    December 14, 2015 at 7:51 am

    I am kinda new to sewing. I want to finish my first quilt. These teepees have been on my list too. I thought they would be fun for a little reading corner for the kids.

    Reply
  29. Bob says

    December 14, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    Your rafflecopter is broken. The last three options have no links.

    Reply
  30. Summer says

    December 14, 2015 at 2:36 pm

    I want to make little zipper bags from laminated fabric for my friends and family.

    Reply
  31. Alina says

    October 22, 2018 at 12:06 pm

    Hello! I was wondering what happens when it rains. Do you pack it away? What kind of material do you think we can use so that we don’t get water inside? Thank you so much for the eye candy!

    Reply

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