DIY Fall Door/Wall Decor Craft

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Roeshel

Fall is in the air! The upcoming baby shower theme will be “woodland”. Perfect for the fall season, don’t you think? So I made up a few of these twig leaf door or wall decor crafts for prizes. And just in time to participate in the Autumn Abound Fall Blog Hop (more on that below)!

Materials:

Twig/stick leaf form from the craft store (you could even make your own) or grapevine wreathes, etc.
Fall floral pics including faux acorns, wheat, leaves, feathers
Hot glue
Burlap ribbon
Twine
Twist tie or floral wire

Tools: wire cutters, scissors, hot glue gun

Time: approx. 10 minutes

What I did:

Simply assemble in layers and secure each embellishment with hot glue.

Cut a 36″ piece of burlap. Fold and snip the ends. Lay flat and overlap ends. Tie a knot/bow using twine to gather and finish the burlap bow. Secure to arrangement using hot glue.

Use a twist tie to assist with hanging.

I think that was the easiest tutorial ever! If I can do it, so can you!

They’d look great used as a centerpiece too. Or hang the opposite direction…

More on a woodland themed baby shower coming soon!

But today you’re going to want to follow the Autumn Abounds blog hop for more fall inspiration!

Domestically Speaking
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
At the Picket Fence
Setting for Four
Stone Gable
Cupcakes and Crinoline
Town and Country Living
Sand and Sisal
Yesterday on Tuesday
Clean and Scentsible
Debbie Doo’s
DIYShowOff
French Country Cottage

Then stop back tomorrow to link up your own fall related blog posts and to enter to win an awesome cash prize!

Rustic Glam Woodland Centerpiece and a Mint Mocha Smoothie

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Roeshel

My favorite time of the year is summer and I love spending my days outdoors when I don’t have to bundle up, the sun shining warm on my face, taking a few moments from the chaos on the patio swing to close my eyes while I ponder the day’s plans.

My woodland centerpiece is inspired by summer, talking walks in the woods. A good hike, re-connecting. Mood boosting!

Materials: moss runner, large wood slice, fresh flowers, feathers, white candles, twine, wooden spoons and gold spray painted toy animals.

a blend of natural elements with a little glam

Create a woodland themed vignette. Nature inspired. Peaceful and serene.

It’s a sweet centerpiece for the bistro table under our grape arbor gazebo, all set for some quiet time, counting blessings, healthy meditation and brainstorming up my next big DIY project. Remember to take a few quiet minutes for the sake of your health, to breathe, to think (or not think) and to just rest before tackling the rest of the day.

A shaded haven for catching up with my daughter. We sat there the other day, sipping mocha mint smoothies, talking and dreaming big.

Do you take the time to sit and soak up the good things? What inspires you to live a healthier lifestyle?

Mocha Mint Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients for 1 large serving or 2 small:

3 cups of frozen chocolate Greek yogurt
1 cup of Silk Almond Coconut Blend (grab a coupon!)
Shaved organic chocolate
Fresh mint
1 drop of peppermint Vitality essential oil

Check out the Silk products for yourself on the Silk Facebook page. Cool, refreshing and so good! I hope you get a few happy moments away from summer’s crazy schedule today. xo

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Silk. The opinions and text are all mine.

DIY Burlap and Spool Key Keeper Tutorial

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Roeshel

As a part of the Michael’s Makers team, I have the opportunity to participate in monthly craft challenges. This month’s project is a DIY burlap and spool key keeper tutorial.

I don’t know about you but I LOVE craft supplies like cork, burlap, unfinished, twine, jute…all things “natural and earthy”. I feel like I could just start a collection of natural materials with no crafting plans…they’re all just so pretty! But since this isn’t blog isn’t titled “Hoard Show Off”, let’s get to the ‘how to’!

DIY Burlap and Spool Key (or jewelry) Keeper Tutorial

(Because we all have a habit of misplacing our keys on occasion, right? Some more than others. Ahem, “Mr. DIY”)

Materials:

stretched burlap canvas
natural wood cutout (I chose a key but I saw the cutest bird cage cut out at Michael’s too)
cork letter
wooden spools
twine and scissors
optional: acrylic craft paint (black) and foam paint brush
hot glue and hot glue gun
picture hanging hardware or 3M strips

What I did:

1. Paint the accessories and let dry. I painted the wooden key decal and spools black.

2. Wind twine around spool. Cut twine and secure with hot glue.

3. Attach accessories (wooden key decal, cork monogram and spools) to stretched burlap frame using hot glue.

4. Hang and display near door. I nestled mine inside of a regular picture frame.

Keep keys within easy reach or hang in a in closet, the bedroom or bathroom for hanging necklaces, beads, bracelets, hair ties, etc.

It doesn’t get much easier than that, does it? Perfect for your own home (and sanity) or a great handmade housewarming gift idea.

On August 8th, you’ll find these and MORE fun accessories at Michael’s new “Raw Bar”. Tons of unfinished, natural craft supplies for your next DIY craft project.

I’m a member of the Michael’s Makers team which means I receive a gift card to complete and share fun craft challenges.

See MORE ‘raw’ crafts from these blog friends:

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DIY Show Off ™ – DIY Decorating and Home Improvement Blog

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Category Archives: Burlap/Jute

DIY Fall Door/Wall Decor Craft

Rustic Glam Woodland Centerpiece and a Mint Mocha Smoothie

DIY Burlap and Spool Key Keeper Tutorial

DIY Burlap and Spool Key (or jewelry) Keeper Tutorial