Burner Covers part 3......Autumn Wreath

Part 1, Part 2 and now Part 3!

If nothing else, these burner covers are a CHEAP craft supply when you need something round. (cheaper than buying wood right? at least I think......hmmmm)

 So that was the focus! and with the Fall season in full swing, I crafted up and quick, inexpensive project! 

~Autumn Wreath~

Supplies needed:

Wreath

Artificial leaves in autumn colors (I bought 2 swag type and 1 packet of loose)

2 moss rolls

glue gun

burner cover (size?)

spray paint

fabric, paint or vinyl

scissors
ribbon

(remember I said it was inexpensive. Most of these materials are easily found at the Dollar Store)

Step 1: Loosely wrap the wreath form with the moss roll. Use hot glue to hold it into place as needed.

Step 2: Add floral embellishment in between the moss to make the wreath more full

Step 3: Spray paint a burner cover in the color desired and add an Initial, a Holiday saying or silhouette, etc. using vinyl, scrapbook paper, paint or fabric.
(I cut a "P" out of burlap to add to mine)
HOW cute would it be to create a Jack o' lantern face with the burner cover to hang in the center?! :)

Step 4:  Cut enough ribbon for your burner cover to hang in the center of the wreath. Fold it in half an glue the center under the lip at the top. Tie the 2 loose ends around the wreath and you are DONE!

I will be visiting these linky parties this week!

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Candle holders – they are not just for candles anymore! I love to stack mine with gourds, pumpkins, decorative balls, etc. Create a grouping of candlesticks, vases and some dried leaves, grapevine, etc. Look for what is accessible in your own backyard or garden. You might be surprised what you find!

Vases – whether they are solid or clear these can be changed with the seasons so easily! I'm all for using real natural products but YES I do use a little of the fake kind too! Even better when you can mix them together, I think. So take our your greenery and your summer floral arrangements and replace them with dried grain/grasses, curly willow sticks, small pumpkins, gourds, etc.These have a very earthy and a natural feel to them.

Trays- Wooden, silver or whatever your tray is made out of it can be a great "container" for holding a potpourri of fall type items. I like to place one on my dining table, put a large candleholder in the center and then fill the tray with an assortment of Fall colors, textures and objects. Then when it comes to dinner time and we need to clear the space it's easily moved by picking up the tray and replacing it when we are done. Plus my kids love to look through all the fun objects in the tray and find smooth river rocks, acorns and other odd shaped items.

Pumpkin Topiary
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Just remember to have and take a look first at what you already have before you run out to buy more! :)

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