Today is the sunniest day since last summer aaaaand I was sitting on my new decorated balcony to create some magic! So here's your new DIY:
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A cute fake flower for your garden or to decorate your room.
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Here's what you will need:
- yarn (I chose purple and dark green)
- crochet hook
- wire
- tool
- scissors
- buttons
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First, crochet a flower. I made a tutorial on crocheted flowers. It's easy to follow... you might as well check youtube for some great video tutorials!
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After finishing the flower, put it aside and then take your wire, a button and the tool.
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Fold the wire in the middle and
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put it through the button.
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Next, put the wire with the button through the middle of your flower.
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That's what it will look like at the back of the flower.
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Then, twirl the wire to make sure it stays in its place. I used my tool to help me! :)
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Now, take the green yarn and wrap it around the wire. This is your flower stalk.
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And guess what?! You are done!
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A quick and easy and fun project to light up your Sunday!
Happy Crafting!
xo.
Katja
1 comment:
LOVE this idea. i had to share it!! you can see my post here:
http://getthewordsout.blogspot.com/2010/06/5-loves-on-monday.html
-kellie
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