Craft Bells & Jingle Bells

Craft and haberdashery bells—often called jingle bells—are small metal sound elements used to add an auditory and tactile dimension to sewing projects. They are highly popular for festive Christmas crafts like handmade plush ornaments, wreath decorating, and door hangers. In apparel design, they are a staple for theatrical staging, dancewear (like traditional Morris dancing outfits), and children’s fancy dress costumes. They are also widely used to create soft sensory toys for infants and decorative pet collars.

We focus on providing highly versatile multi-packs engineered for diverse crafting demands. Our inventory includes brightly multi-coloured bell packets that are fantastic for high-visibility festive decorations and children’s costumes. We also stock classic 15mm antique silver metal bells, which offer a traditional, rustic, and sophisticated metallic finish perfectly suited for heritage garment trimmings, luxury holiday decor, and subtle everyday accessories.

Every craft bell features a built-in metal loop or eyelet at the top base, specifically designed for easy fastening. For clothing, performance costumes, and textiles that will undergo movement or gentle washing, hand-sewing the bells using an extra-strong polyester or upholstery thread is the most secure method. For non-apparel projects like wire wreaths, wooden block crafts, or rigid holiday table centerpieces, you can easily thread them onto craft wire or secure them down using a high-density hot glue gun.

Yes, they are excellent for adding sensory sound to homemade baby rattles, quiet blocks, and cat or dog collars. However, because small metal bells pose a natural choking hazard if they become loose, safety is paramount. When sewing them onto baby toys or pet accessories, ensure you pass your heavy-duty thread through the metal loop multiple times, anchoring it deeply into a durable structural fabric like heavy cotton canvas or webbing. Always inspect handmade items regularly for any loose stitching or wear.