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Unique, handmade, fabric rag ball ornament for your Christmas tree! Constructed using a variety of holiday themed fabrics as well as Christmas strand light grosgrain ribbon! The ball ornament hangs from a wide red and white, tiny gingham plaid ribbon.

Have you been looking for a unique Christmas ball ornament for your tree or to give as a gift? Our ornaments are truly unique. This round, 5 inch ball ornament has actually been handcrafted using a variety of holiday fabrics. In keeping with my 'rag' craft tradition, this ball has a unique shabby look because of it's rag finishing!

Each of the balls is carefully constructed. They take from start to finish anywhere from about 1-2 hours to create. I tend to be a perfectionist and have a critical eye for knowing when it is "just right". I go back and back until it is just how it needs to be!

How do I use rag ball ornaments?
-Christmas tree ornaments
-they make great wall hangings in bedrooms and bathrooms
-they look fabulous hanging down from a doorway; a different option to simply hanging mistletoe
-Christmas presents-what a special gift this would make

Thank you for your interest in my handcrafted fabric rag wreaths!

Custom Orders:
I am always working on custom rag wreaths so I am very comfortable working with you if you don't quite see the wreath that is perfect for you! Or, if there is a wreath you do see in the shop and you want some minor changes made, (for example, you want it to hang differently) just let me know!

Wreath Sizing:
Round wreaths come in the following diameter sizes: 4 inch, 6 inch, 8 inch, 9 inch, 10 inch, 12 inch, 14 inch, 16 inch, 18 inch, 20 inch, 24 inch, 28 inch, 30 inch and 36 inches. Heart shaped wreaths come in the following sizes: 6 inch, 9 inch, 12 inch and 18 inches. Rectangular rag wreaths come in the following sizes: 8x6 inch, 10x6 inch, 12x10 inch, 14x12 inch and 18x12 inches.

How do people use and hang these wreaths?
-front doors
-doors inside
-wall decor
-bathrooms
-over the mantle (either hanging or standing up)
-baby nursery
-children's rooms
-office, library
-windows (kitchen, hanging from suction cups)

My Rag Wreaths:
My rag wreaths are just what I say; they are simple and rustic. I take brand new designer fabrics and shred them down by hand to create my unique, decorative wreaths. After the fabric is shredded and the wreath is created, the ends of the fabric are cut, usually, with a variety of my pinking shears. But, they truly are 'raggy' and so you should expect some of the wreaths to have (to see) some rough edging. That is on purpose!

How do you care for your rag wreaths?
First, I recommend treating your wreath with scotch guard. When your wreath is not being displayed, I recommend storing it flat, upside down. While you are displaying your wreath, I recommend switching it 45 degrees once a week to keep the entire wreath fresh and from settling. To keep your wreath fresh, you can dust it with swiffer style dusting rags, you can lightly vacuum it using your vacuum cleaner extension tools and you can even place the smaller wreaths into a pillow case and put it into your dryer on the "fluff air" cycle. You can also use an old style, taped lint roller.

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If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask.