Happy Monday! Well well well, if it isn’t another installment in the Box Chain Series… I know. I keep suggesting that the end of the series is nigh. And then I change my mind. It’s just that for a while there, I was making box chains with a vengeance. Box chaining at the boy’s karate....Read More »
We are having fun making paper hearts today! In my Pre K class, it began as a fun project with one child. ...
Acorn Wreath Pickles felted ball wreath Cinnamon Stick Wreath Eucalyptus wreath Button Wreath Hershey is my baby felted wreath. Twig Wreath Tie Wreath Plush wreath Viva Terra Door Sweater by Cranny Haru Originals Succulent wreath Antler wreath Peacock feather wreath Moss wreath via Living in the Country Pine cone wreath from Just a Girl Paper Punch Wreath Driftwood Wreath Faux Curled Rosewood Wreath from Under the Table and Dreaming. PVC Pip wreath. Simple Joys Paperie Mandie posted a fantastic 9 wreath roundup at Decorating Your Way {click to find sources} And Jen at Tatertots and Jello featured this wreath {made from old velvet pants!} along with 22 others. Winners of the Pier 1 and Back 40 giveaways announced tomorrow.
Make beautiful paper wreath with our templates and video tutorial. Download SVG, DXF cut files, or PDF printables to cut by hand or with Cricut, Silhouette, or other cutting machines.
Ever since having Baby J, life has gotten a bit more complicated. Juggling normal life, running a business, and taking care of a newborn baby is no joke. How do you all do it?! I’ve learned that it takes a village and there is no shame in asking for help and using resources available to […]
Paper flowers, Wreaths DIY Paper Flowers: Eucalyptus & Hydrangea Wreath Video Tutorial & Templates This paper wreath will become a wonderful embellishment
Looking for a unique statement art piece to add to your home? Grab some magazines and roll up the pages to make a piece similar to this one, from Rag and Bone! Looking for something a little smalle…
For some unique fall decor for your home, repurpose some old road maps into a stunning paper leaf wreath. Full step by step instructions.
This may be my favorite DIY project of all time. It’s a wreath, and it’s made out of book pages. BOOK PAGES, people. I have made two... Continue reading
Decorating, Thrifting, Traveling...with a French Accent
(All images in this post are credit @_sarah_matthews) Through the past few years I’ve had the pleasure of meeting creative artists on Instagram who inspire with their innovative take on arts, crafts …
Learn how to make a fun wreath out of folded paper medallions. Today I made a new wreath for my front door: I love how it turned out! And guess what? It’s made of paper! It’s a modern, cheap option compared to
*** Updated: Tutorial Included *** Is anyone else been feeling the overwhelming urge to spend the whole day crafting lately? I sure have! This past week I couldn't ignore the pull of my glue gun another second. It must be these almost too cool, crisp days we have been having. You know that precarious perch between fall and winter weather. I just want to snuggle into my nice warm house and make a big mess just for the fun and pleasure of making something new. I decided a book wreath would be a great place to start since it's been on my to-do list for like ever! Boy was it fun! I had never made this type of wreath before and it went together surprisingly fast. When it was all finished I decided my faux beadboard door in the family room was the perfect place to hang my new treasure. Of course I had to add a few pretty items to round out the display which was a whole different sort of fun. The basket, the doily and the crochet runner are all new to me items I've found lately so it was enjoyable to find a way to use them. I had thought making the wreath would curb my craftiness for a while but I think it's only succeeded in adding fuel to the fire. Last night, once again, unable to ignore my glue gun I made this small book wreath while I watched a show. Is your glue gun behaving it's self or is it screaming for attention? Just in case it's howling at you, here's how I made the wreath. You'll need a book, a foam wreath form and a glue gun with lots of glue sticks. Cut or rip book page into four inch squares. Taking one four inch square, place handy-dandy gluing tool (aka a pencil) in the middle of the square . . . Then scrunch the paper up around the pencil and hold in place with your fingers. Here's another view of what it should look like at this point. Next simply add some glue and attach to the wreath. Use the pencil to hold the paper against the wreath while the glue cools - - this is the hardest part I thought, sometimes waiting for the glue to cool and firm up seemed like it took forever. That's it really. I did find that things went more smoothly when I added the paper all along the inside of the wreath first . . . Followed by lining the outside edge of the wreath next. And then finally filling in the middle section. In case your wondering how close to place the paper together I'd guess I glued them onto the wreath every quarter inch or so. (If anyone is interested in a tutorial for the other wreath I made while watching TV just let me know. Sure won't mind making another one to show you how it's done.) Robin Linked to: Monday Funday Amaze Me Monday Twirl and Take A Bow The Scoop Tweak It Tuesday Be Inspired Knick of Time Tuesday
Make this DIY starburst wreath from paper straws! It looks so gorgeous no one will ever guess you made it from straws that look like bamboo.
No garden? No problem, make paper blooms!
The shape of the Fan Flower Heads is well suited for filling in between the large round Flower Heads. The fans will help to enhance the crowded look in your Wycinanki paper cutting. The individual …
Like wildflowers; you must allow yourself to grow in all the places people thought you never would.
When I was little, my friend Jason and I would walk to "Taylor's," a little store that was very close to my house, and buy a candy called "Circus Peanuts." They are orange and marshmallow-y and shaped like a very large peanut. My favorite color was orange and I really liked the movie Dumbo, so I think that's how I arrived at eating the Circus Peanuts. It can't be because of the way they taste. They are kind of yucky. But despite their yucky-ness, I can't resist buying Circus Peanuts when I see them for sale anywhere. (They are not readily available these days...I can't imagine why.) When I eat that peanut shaped marshmallow, it makes me feel like I am a little girl rejoicing in the simple pleasures of summer and spending time with sweet friends. Camp Take Me Away is like eating a giant Circus Peanut. CTMA is a retreat for women who camped or worked at Camp Desoto in years gone by. For 5 days, they get to be campers and re-live the summers that they spent on the mountain. Many of the ladies are dear old friends and some are new faces, but they all have a common experience that binds them together. Can you imagine how fun it would be to go to one of your favorite places with your favorite people?! It is probably my favorite week to work at camp. Thank you, Camp Desoto, for letting me be a part of this retreat! Now, let's get down to business. I taught crafts for Camp Take Me Away, and this year we made fun fancy wreaths. Just look at these Craft Mama's working their fingers to the bone! The ladies made so many different and beautiful wreaths...I wish that I had a picture of each one to show you. Here is an example wreath that I made. This one is wrapped in burlap and decorated with bright felt flowers... The other example I made is covered with pages of an old book. How great would this be for a book club? It could be cool to use an old hymnal or music book for this project, as well. Love it! What's that? You want to know how to make your own book wreath? Well, let's do it! Book Wreath Tutorial First you will need a straw wreath form and burlap cut into approximately 2 inch strips. For a 24 inch wreath, you will need about a half yard of burlap. Wrap the burlap strips around your wreath. Secure ends with hot glue or straight pins. Next, you will need an old book. You could just as easily use a new book, but the yellowed pages of an old book give the wreath more interest. Carefully cut, or gently tear, the pages from the book. Roll each page into a little scroll and secure with hot glue. Tie each scroll with twine. I mostly tied singular scrolls, but I also tied a dozen or so multiple bundles (2 or 3 scrolls tied together). It will take about 75 scrolls to cover a wreath. Use strait pins or hot glue to secure the scrolls to the wreath. Here's a helpful hint...I glued my multiple scroll bundles (2's and 3's) to the wreath first in even increments (think of a clock- tie bundles at 12, 3, 6, and 9) and then filled in between those. Glue a small loop of twine to the back of the wreath as a hanger. Hang. Enjoy. Admire. That's all there is to it! Easy Peasy. Go find yourself some Circus Peanuts, pretend you're at Camp Take Me Away, and make a book wreath. Lovin' ya. Mel Dark
Learn how to make your own Lovely christmas wreath using repurposed toilet paper or wrapping paper tubes
Once Christmas is over it can be really difficult for me to embrace the cold temperatures and endless gray skies. If you’re familiar with The House That Lars Built at all, you know full-well how much we need color in our lives! We decided we couldn’t wait any longer, so we’re willing Spring to come […]
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The cool thing about this paper art wreath is that you can dress it up a little all through the year so that it reflects the current holiday or season.
These borax crystals are SO COOL and beautiful! Use pipe cleaners and a simple borax and water solution to grow your own crystal gems. This is such a pretty and fun science experiment! Borax Crystals Making borax crystals is such a cool science experiment. It takes a bit of patience to let the crystals grow, but the results are amazing! Borax crystals are a great chemistry experiment showing the recrystallization process. Kids can see how molecules react to different temperatures, and literally see changes in matter as the crystals form. Try growing your own borax crystals in whatever shape or
