Thursday, June 28, 2012

Patriotic Scrap Fabric Wreath

What am I going to make out of these items?
A white t-shirt, a red knit top, a denim blouse
You probably guessed it.
A patriotic fabric scrap wreath.
 I cut the fabric into strips. 
 Two layers at a time is easier.
 Cut off any trim and use it to give 
the project some variety of texture.
 I just cut,then fold and cut in half or thirds
until I have a pile of each color.
 I cut off the button placket and the collar 
to use for something else. Let's see...
 I think the collar would make a cute
 doggie scarf. Unfortunately my fur babies
 are too small, so I decorated a small basket.
 Fill with picnic/patio items.
Cocktail Napkins
 The button strip could trim a lampshade.
 I just pinned this in place.
 Or, it could replace the bow around a plant.
Just pinned in place.
.......but, I digress!
 Back to the wreath. Bend a wire hanger into
 a circle. Tie on the scraps alternating the 
red and white. Push tightly together.
Tie the denim in the upper left quarter.
 Once you have the fabric cut,
 this would be a good project for kids.
Give new life to a stained t-shirt, 
a faded top, and a torn shirt. 

 Cheers!

7 comments:

  1. Great!! I love this!! I have a ton of denim and am always using it in different ways. Love that wreath idea and may well use that with my grandchildren!

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  2. I love your wreath! And, I especially love all the things you did with the trim pieces. Very clever!!

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  3. How adorable! Just perfect for July 4th and you are so clever with the left over trim pieces.

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  4. What great ideas ! Love the raggy wreath - might need to try that one!

    thanks for sharing,
    gena

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  5. Oh lots of good ideas in this post - where is my scissors!

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  6. Cute ideas! I love the wreath...it looks like it would be fun to do with kids!

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