Thursday, August 9, 2012

I GAVE IN TO THE BURLAP CRAZE

After seeing burlap used in a variety of ways the last couple of years I wasn't easily convinced.  It usually doesn't take me too much time to embrace a new concept for decorating and crafting but the burlap just didn't speak to me...that is until I found this cute wreath HERE.  She has a really great tutorial on how to make this.
She used a simple metal wreath base (which I just happened to have in my crap craft stash.  I found a 10 yard roll of burlap at Michael's that had the edges finished so it wouldn't fray for  $6.99.

 Here is my completed burlap wreath...............but wait there is more!

I had played around with some felt and made these flowers a couple of months ago and wasn't quite sure what I wanted to do with them.


They worked perfect for my fall wreath.  I also tucked in a few fall silk leaves.

Here is a shot without the leaves.  I think I like it better with the leaves.


And there you have my very first burlap craft.  Now fall needs to hurry up and get here so I can put it on my front door.

8 comments:

Amy @ Keep'n The SunnySide said...

Love it!! Someone's gearing up for fall.

Lori said...

Definitely like it best with the leaves!! Great fall wreath!!

Welcome to the Garden of Egan said...

SOOOOOOO!!!!! CUTE!!!!

Ya, that's speaking to me. I did burlap for a couple of Christmas things last year and I loved it.

Tina❀ said...

That is adorable. You have inspired me.
Watch out....I need some burlap!!!

Brenda said...

I love your wreath! I feel the same about burlap, it grows on you sooner or later. I also wish Fall would hurry and get here. I'm looking forward to cooler weather! Have a great weekend! :)

Patricia said...

Ooh, the wreath with the leaves looks great. I love fall. It's going to be awhile for us though. Today's expected temp is up to 112- 113*F,

Unknown said...

I love burlap wreaths! You done good!

tammy said...

Really cute! I have loved burlap for years, even before it became the huge craze. Maybe it's time I made a new wreath for the front door!