Basic Burlap Wreath

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Burlap Wreath FinishThis is a basic burlap wreath.  It’s a staple for almost any style decor.  It’s a neutral color that can be enhanced with ribbons and embellishments.  Once you have the basic wreath, the ribbons and embellishments can be changed to match your decor, seasons and holidays.

 

Supplies

Metal Wreath Form

Burlap

Wire or Glue Gun

 

Instructions

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Attach the burlap to the wreath form.  You can use a piece of wire or you can fold over the end and use a glue gun to secure the end. 

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Now, this part is a little tricky.  Pull the burlap up into the first ring of the wreath form approximately 1 1/2 inch above the form to make a loop.  Pull the burlap into the second ring, then the third so you have burlap 3 loops.  

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Now, you need to push the three burlap loops to the end of the wreath.  Turn the wreath to the back and twist the burlap so it stays in place.  Repeat the process of making three loops, twisting the burlap,  then pushing them to the end.  Fill the entire wreath form in the same manner until it is completely full with burlap loops.  

 

When the entire wreath is full, secure the end around one of the metal rings from the wreath and secure the end with a piece of wire or with a hot glue gun.

Burlap Covered Mason Jars

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These Mason jars are so versatile. Here I have them with silverware in them, but I also put candles or fresh flowers in them.  They are fantastic.

Supplies
Mason Jar
Burlap
Beads
Little flat flower middles
Ribbon
Hot glue gun
Instructions
First, wrap the burlap around the mason jar.  Put a line of hot glue on the jar first, then  secure one end to the jar.  Hold the burlap in place for a minute, until the glue is secure.  Then put a line of hot glue on the burlap to secure the other end. Hold in place until it is secure. 
As you can see from this picture, I first tried a piece of twine for the bow at the top.  It looked ok, but I decided to change it after I put the beads on the jar.  Try the twine or a piece of ribbon that coordinates with the color of your beads and see which one you like better.  I ended up with the brown ribbon.
The beads I had here were in the shape of a tear drop.   They fit perfectly together to make the pedals of a flower.  In the center, I had flat medal circles that I purchased in the bead section at my craft store.  They worked great in the middle of the flower.  You could also use a colored jewel.  As long as the back is flat, you will be fine.  I have 5 flowers around the jar.  Depending on what size beads you use, you will need a different amount of flowers.