Wreathing It

I recently put together the Burlap and Blossoms Wreath Kit from Stampin' Up!  and thought it was so cute!  So, I was inspired to make my own version!

Here's what I used:

-Chipboard wreath from a local craft store

-1 roll of burlap ribbon

-Hot glue gun

-Ribbon in the following : Victoria Crochet Trim, Baked Brown Sugar Ruffle Stretch Trim, Linen Thread, Natural 7/16" Trim, Natural Cotton Ribbon

-Buttons in the following: Neutrals designer buttons, Very Vintage designer buttons, and Vintage Faceted designer buttons

-Punches in the following: Boho Blossoms, Blossom, and Fancy Flower

-Paper Trimmer

-Spiral Flower Originals Die, and Fun Flowers Bigz L Die (with Big Shot)

-Modern Medley Designer Series Paper

-Fringe Scissors or Paper Snip Scissors

-Sticky Strip

I used a glue gun to adhere the end of the burlap ribbon to the back of the wreath.  Then,  I wrapped it tightly around the wreath to cover.

The flowers were made using the punches and dies.  In addition, the pom-pom flowers were made using these simple steps:

-Cut a strip of paper at 3 inches

-Score lengthwise at 1.5 inches

-Cut the paper using fringe scissors or trim every few centimeters to create the fringe.  Make sure to cut on the folded end of the paper!

-Add sticky strip to the outside of the paper strip lengthwise and remove backing

-Start to roll the paper strip together

After creating your flowers, lay them out on the side of the wreath before hot gluing to make sure you are happy with the look of your wreath.  I chose to keep the embellishments on one side, but you can decorate your wreath to your hearts content!  

Here's some close ups of the flower extravaganza happening on my wreath!