I needed to take my Spring door decoration down since we're quickly approaching the summer solstice! I decided to create something a bit patriotic using a variety of materials.
I recycled the burlap wreath I used for Valentine's Day, some red raffia and material used to make American flags that I had picked up at a local farmer's market. (The fabric is not from an actual flag, it is rejected fabric that could not be used to make a flag.)
I started by wrapping the raffia around the burlap wreath. I didn't want to glue it onto the wreath so that I could continue using the burlap wreath for different holidays. I was able to tie a knot and the raffia stayed in place.
I cut the stars out of the fabric in a circle shape. I did this free hand since I didn't want it to be perfect looking. Then I glued the stars on - one star on each "stripe" of raffia.
I used a scrap piece of burlap to make a strap for hanging and hung the wreath in its new home!
This project was so quick and I'm really pleased with how the mix of materials work together! In less than half an hour I had the wreath hung on the door! I love quick projects that turn out so cute!
Be sure to check out all the other patriotic projects and recipes at my Patriotic Link-Up Party! Join in the fun and link up your posts as well!
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Be sure to check out all the other patriotic projects and recipes at my Patriotic Link-Up Party! Join in the fun and link up your posts as well!
Check out where I'm linking up on the party list to the right!
I love the burlap. I have some leftover burlap and a wreath and I have been wanting to make a wreath as well, but I keep telling myself no projects until the rug is done!
ReplyDeleteHow is that rug coming? ;) Sometimes I find when I have a long term project it's good to take a break and finish something quick!
DeleteSo I have 5 days to now finish the rug. The good thing is I bought the backing for it. So I can decide the shape and size. Then once I start attaching them, I can see how many more I need to make. My goal was to finish it this month, so we will see.
DeleteThis is a cute idea! I may need to try something like this so I can put it on my front door for the 4th of July! I have some leftover burlap from another project that I completed over the weekend so all I would need to make are the stars and I would need some red fabric. THanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie Ann! You could use anything for the red fabric. I've even seen people on pinterest dying burlap. I actually was going to attempt that when I made the wreath but when I saw that I had red raffia it looked to simple to pass up! ;)
DeleteWhat fun wreath! I love the combination of burlap and raffia. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Crafty Mischief, glad you stopped by!
DeleteJenn,
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial. Perfect for the upcoming 4h of July. I have a ton of wreaths just waiting to be decorated. Thanks for sharing at Creative Thursday :)
You are so clever! Your wreath looks wonderful. Thanks so much for sharing this post at my Say G'day linky party! I'm going to give this a +1 on Google right now!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could join your party but I hope it's fabulous. I also hope you have a wonderful 4th of July!
This week's linky is now live and I am very excited to invite you to a Social media linky party that I will be hosting on July 14. The details are all at the blog if you would like to join in.
Best wishes for a wonderful weekend,
Natasha in Oz