Friday, October 2, 2015

Fall Burlap Hydrangea Flowers Wreath

I was inspired to make this wreath after I saw one on Birch Lane pictured below.

Birch Lane Source
I had everything I needed to make my version. And that consisted of different shades of burlap fabric, mod podge to make the burlap stiff, grapevine for the wreath base, a large flower punch, scissors, hot glue, and puffy paint.


To begin, I had pieces of grapevines left over from other projects and I wrapped them into a circle.

Next, I applied mod podge to several different colors of burlap that I had left over, too, and let dry for a few hours.


Then, I began the task of punching out the flowers.  Since my hand was still sore, it was easier for me to sit in a chair in my garage and punch out the flowers using my feet.  It took me about a total of two hours to punch out all of the flowers used and it was great exercise - something I really need!

 The punch was a EK large flower pattern, and I had to apply a lot of pressure to cut out the burlap flowers evenly.

I used an old measuring spoon from powder plant food and my thumb to shape the stiff burlap flowers since I didn't have any embossing tools.


Next, I cut out pale green burlap leaves using a hydrangea leaf pattern I found online.




And glued them on around the grapevine wreath.


Then I began gluing on the flowers. 



Once all the flowers were glued on, I added dots of puffy paint to the center of the flowers.





  You can hardly see the first set of leaves, so I added more for a fuller look.



The Birch Lane wreath is listed for $85.00.  It did not get good reviews.  One person said it was a waste of money and the other person said it was not as pictured.  I think my wreath looks adorable and it was virtually free since I used leftover materials from other projects.





Take a little time to enjoy

and
Happy Crafting!










21 comments:

  1. Your wreath is so pretty. I love the autumn colors and I like it so much better than the one from Birch Lane. You did a fabulous job creating it. Have a wonderful weekend...:)

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  2. Your wreath is so pretty, my friend. I love the use of burlap and the different colors. Perfect for fall. Hugs to you!

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  3. I love your version of this wreath. Great job!

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  4. An $85 dollar wreath for nothing plus you got exercise punching the flowers and a great looking wreath. Can't beat that.

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  5. Your wreath is so pretty Gail! I love that you used burlap. It's perfect!

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  6. Beautiful!!! Thank you for the step-by-step instructions and tips! I really love how your wreath turned out! Hope you heel soon!!

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  7. Wow. Dedication. I would have given up trying to punch out those flowers from thick burlap. It came out great. Shared on Facebook. Pinned. Linda

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  8. Beautiful. Thank you for the "how-to" for making this beautiful wreath. You did a great job.

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  9. beautiful! and no hands needed :)

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  10. Oh my goodness that is Gorgeous, I am amazed you were able to punch all those out, lovely arranging!

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  11. I actually love yours more than the other as it has the added touch of colour. You make it look so easy! Thank you for sharing this with us at #AnythingGoes. Have a lovely day!

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  12. Your wreath is lovely. I love the little pop of yellow and orange flowers added to the mix.

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  13. Congratulations! This post is going to be featured over at Diana Rambles tomorrow and has been pinned in the Featured at Diana Rambles board at Pinterest and Tweeted. Please grab a featured button off my button page or via the post guidelines graphic. Thanks for sharing this awesome idea!

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  14. Gail, this is gorgeous!! I am always impressed by your "knock off" projects. You do such an amazing job!! Thanks so much for sharing them at the Bowdabra Saturday Crafty Showcase!!!

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  15. So pretty, I like the extra colour in yours rather than the expensive one. It looks like a lot of work but totally worth it!

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  16. Beautiful! http://plumperfectandme.blogspot.com/2015/10/fall-burlap-hydrangea-flowers-wreath.html

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  17. Hi Gail, what a pretty fall wreath you made!
    I hope you are enjoy the fall weekend.
    Julie xo

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  18. Oh Gail - this is truly gorgeous - I just love it ! And what determination to sit and punch them all out with your feet!!! ( you could probably paint with your feet to knowing you LOL )
    Off to pin now !

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  19. Gail this is so sweet...love it! Hope you come by and share it at Share it One More Time...

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  20. Lovely, Gail. Just lovely. Your friend, Linda @Crafts a la mode

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