DIY Fall Burlap Utensil Holders

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If you're looking to create your own Burlap Utensil Holders here's what you'll need: 

- Paint of your choice

- Burlap bags or fabric 

- Cardboard 

- Painters tape 

- Paint brush 

First you'll want to cut a piece of cardboard and slip it into the burlap bag to ensure your paint doesn't bleed through the fabric. 

Next, you'll want to use your painters tape to mark off the area around where you're painting before applying the first colour of your choice. Personally, I went with a fall theme as we're fast approaching my all-time favourite season. 

Once you've finished applying your second colour, you'll want to remove the cardboard while the paint is still somewhat wet, this will avoid it sticking to the bag. 

Now you're ready to add a napkin and some utensils to finish off this cheap and festive addition to your thanksgiving place setting. If you're entertaining you could add welcoming words/names of your guests to add a friendly and personalized touch, like I have below. 

Thanks for reading!

NV 

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DIY Birch Bark Picture Frames

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If you're looking to create your own Birch Bark Picture Frames here's what you'll need: 

- Birch Bark (You're best to find a tree that has just been cut down or fallen. Trees that are dead will be too brittle and you shouldn't cut it off a living tree for obvious reasons) 

- A thick utility knife 

- C-clamps (The more of these you have the easier and quicker the process) 

- Wood glue 

- A ruler 

- A picture frame 

 

First, you'll want to soak the birch bark in water for an hour or so to ensure it's pliable. After this, place the pieces under something heavy while it dries (recommended overnight) to flatten the bark. 

 

The next day, the bark should be dry and ready for you to cut to fit the size of the frame. For this I use a thick utility knife, but you could also use scissors if preferred.

Once you have the bark cut to the size of your frame, you'll want to use your wood glue generously to adhere the two together. Place the bark onto the frame and tighten your C-clamps on top the bark to hold the two together while they dry. Personally, I could have used more clamps than I had at the time. 

The best part about rustic décor is that it doesn't have to be perfect, so don't be afraid to try this out! Not only will you save yourself money, but you'll find yourself happier with the finished product knowing you made it yourself. 

Thanks for reading! 

NV 

NEV Designs

DIY Mason Jar Planters

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If you want to create your own Mason Jar Planter's here's what you'll need:

- Mason or Ball Jars (These can be found at your local Walmart or Canadian Tire)
- Paint brushes
- Chalk Paint of your Choice
- Fine Sand Paper or Wet Paper Towel
- Flowers of your Choice. 

Simply paint on two coats of paint, for this particular craft I've chosen an Arles, Paris Grey, Old White, and my all time favourite Provence chalk paint. 

Once dry, use your fine sand paper and sand the surface lightly with a sanding block. It's important to let the paint dry entirely beforehand. 

For this particular blog I've chosen to make planters, however, these jars could be used for many other purposes. 

Now, we simply trim the flowers and we're done! 

Thanks for reading ! 

NV

NEV Designs