Etceteras: spring flower mobile

I love how bright and cheerful these yellow flowers are and wanted to come up with a unique way to display them.

I decided against making another wreath (since I’ve run out of wreath hanging space) and went with a mobile.

To make a mobile like this, you’ll need:

• Wire hangers
• Floral tape
• Silk flowers
• Moss
• Glue gun

1. Cut your wire hangers into five straight pieces in varying lengths.
2. For the center vertical wire make a loop at the top using pliers.
3. Arrange the horizontal wires and use a dab of hot glue to hold into place.
4. Cover all the wire with floral tape (I used brown floral tape)
5. Add your flowers and moss and adhere with hot glue.

Find a corner that needs brightening, hang your mobile and enjoy.

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And other link parties that I participate can be found here.

Upcycling: magnetic cookie sheet board

This cookie sheet was heading for the trash the other day. At the last minute, I decided to salvage it and make a magnetic board.

To make a magnetic board, you simply cover the front of your cookie sheet with fabric and glue the edges to the back of the board. I used a hot glue gun. Once your fabric is glued into place, embellish the board with pretty ribbon or ric rac - or leave it plain.

I used string that had little bits of blue in it. The string was in my yarn stash, so I think it’s actually a cotton yarn. I wrapped the yarn around the board to create a memo board effect. I also glued a silky type yarn around existing magnets to match the blue in the string.

My last minute decision paid off. I’m glad I didn’t throw away the cookie sheet and I’m super happy with my new magnetic board.

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This project is linked at the following:

                              

And other link parties that I participate can be found here.

Sew and Tell: travel map

Have you seen those apps that flag your travels on a map? You can create one on your computer or smartphone. I created a low tech version using a map and French knots.

I thought it would be fun to keep track of the places I’ve visited.

I printed out a map and made little French knots on the different United States cities I’ve been to. I’d like to make a matching world map and “flag” the countries I’ve been lucky enough to visit.

This would make a fun project to do with kids and a great way to review geography. How about you? Are you planning a spring break vacation?

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This project is linked at the following:

           

And other link parties that I participate can be found here.