Princess Ariel How-To Tutorial

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• White felt
• T-shirt transfer paper
• Printer
• Iron
• Scissors
• Felt glue
• Red 4ply yarn
• Teal/Turquoise felt
• Teal/Turquoise mesh/net fabric
• Teal/Turquoise  thread
• Sewing needle or sewing machine
• 2 fasteners (i.e. poppers, Velcro, buttons, etc.) approx. 5-7mm wide

THIS POST CAN ALSO BE VIEW DIRECTLY ON MY PATREON PAGE HERE You are now complete. Did you find this tutorial easy to follow? It was definitely easier than Belle’s dress but looks equally as stunning. My Ariel just needs a bit of hairspray to finish off her overall look! Until the next post, happy crocheting! Chantelle X