Monday, March 21, 2011

Scrappy Little Burlap Balls

This weekend I had a few minutes (15 or so) to myself and an itch to make a little something.  I love how quick these little scrappy burlap decor balls were to throw together.


Start with scrap piece of newspaper/flyer/advertisement (I used half of a drug store circular page per ball)


Crumple it into a small ball



Using tape (masking tape would be perfect, but scotch tape was all I had within reach) wrap one piece all the way around in one direction, and then wrap a second piece of tape all the way around the other direction (the pink highlights follow the tape - it was difficult to see the invisible (doh!) scotch tape in the picture)



Cut some scrap burlap into strips around 1/2 inch wide



Wrap your burlap strips around the ball, using hot glue to affix the ends (ignore the long burlap strings at this point) 




Once the ball is completely covered, snip off the long strings as desired


From start to finish, I was able to make 5 little burlap cuties in 15 minutes.  Here they are in a simple container on a shelf with my moss covered C from last spring

37 comments:

  1. .March 21, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    I love these!! They add a nice texture to your vignette.

    And I like that you recycled paper to make it! So the price is definitely right. :)

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  2. Screaming SardineMarch 21, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Those are so cute!! I love making rag balls, but never thought of making them with burlap. Love the texture.

    You're more than welcome to link it up on my prim link party:
    http://prairiepatch.blogspot.com/2011/03/prim-link-party-4.html

    Cheers,
    Tracy

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  3. www.you-made-that.comMarch 21, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    cute, I love burlap its a fun material to do things with. Hope your strawberry start turns out great.

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  4. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    these are so cute!
    abranconier.blogspot.com

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  5. TheCraftInMeMarch 21, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    I like these, easy and simple, thanks for sharing!

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  6. Ruth YoderMarch 22, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Very cool! i love burlap!

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  7. Megan @ {VintageHydrangeas}March 23, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    These are so awesome! I Never would have thought to use newspaper, thanks for sharing!!!

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  8. KatherineMarch 23, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    So simple but I have never seen any balls quite like these! Love how they look inside the jar.

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  9. Brandy J.March 23, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I just found your blog and am your newest follower. These are so inexpensive and simple, but they really pack a punch. Thanks for the fabulous inspiration and blog.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Really cute! One of the best uses of burlap I've seen so far.

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  11. LouLouMarch 25, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    These are precious! I love me some burlap and am always using it everywhere... This would be a good thing for me to do while watching TV at night. Great idea!

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  12. DeannaMarch 25, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Wow! So easy and cute!

    Deanna

    http://deelitefulcreations.blogspot.com/

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  13. KimMarch 26, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Well, huh, who would have thought there was crumpled paper inside? Love them!

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  14. Lindsey March 26, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Love this idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  15. AmandaMarch 26, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    These are adorable! I love that you used newspaper in the centers!

    They look fab, thanks for sharing.

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  16. JennaMarch 26, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Thanks for sharing, so cute and simple! Love it!

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  17. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Those are adorable! Love the simpleness of them for the mantle. Thanks for linking up!

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  18. UnknownMarch 27, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    So cute! I love that you didn't use a styrofoam ball.

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  19. MimiMarch 27, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    I love burlap and I really love these. Can't wait to gather up all my scraps and try this. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  20. SommerMarch 27, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Oh what a brilliant idea! So simple and adorable! I would love to have you share this at my VIP party today =) http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/03/vip-party-8.html

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  21. UnknownMarch 27, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    definitely not something I would have thought would be attractive, but I was so wrong! I love these little balls and am going to make some today for a tray I have out, they would compliment it perfectly! Great idea!

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  22. Linda McClainMarch 27, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    So smart. I just bought some burlap in 3 different colors. I may have to try this.

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  23. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    so simple and sweet! Thanks so much for sharing on Craft schooling Sunday, great to see you!

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  24. Kirsten @ Mushki LovesMarch 28, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Are you kidding me!!! What is better than almost free!! I am loving these! I think I see some in my future. Thank you for sharing. I'd love it if you stop by my blog!

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  25. Beth@The Stories of A to ZMarch 29, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Easy, simple, and cute! My kind of craft!

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  26. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdMarch 29, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    You have got to be kidding me! I have every bit of this stuff lying around! Thanks for a great idea.

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  27. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMarch 30, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    How cute are these? And I LOVE that they are easy :) Visiting from ATI. Thanks for sharing, Laurel@chippingwithcharm

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  28. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceMarch 31, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Thrifty and cute. Thanks for linking up to Beyond The Picket Fence.

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  29. Lindsey StephensMarch 31, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I'm obsessed with burlap! i might have to try to make these! great idea! i also really love your moss initial! very cool!

    Lindsey @ I'd Rather Be Crafting

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  30. MeganMarch 31, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    wow. so simple, but they look amazing in the jar. great idea.

    megan
    craftycpa.blogspot.com

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  31. Laurie at Turner FarmApril 1, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Sweet, simple, LOVE! You did a fantastic job. They look amazing.
    Laurie
    welcometotheturnerfarm.blogspot.com

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  32. Bec@littlelucyluApril 1, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I'm SO doing this! I've got plenty of burlap hanging around, too! Woohoo! :-)
    Thanks!
    ~Bec

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  33. KelseyApril 1, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    These are DARLING! I love them and it would be so much cheaper then buying those decorative pre made vase fillers from Craft Warehouse! Great great job! Totally gonna copy you!

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  34. KatieApril 2, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Love these! They are so cute and look so easy to make! Thanks for the tutorial!

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  35. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    What a great idea!

    Thanks for sharing!!

    Cara
    MiscellaneousMe 

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  36. UnknownApril 2, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Thank you! I've been wanting to make some decorative balls and couldn't think what to put in the middle. Newspaper it is! :)

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  37. UnknownApril 11, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    I love this idea! I may try it with old book pages and see if it works... saw you on the DIY Showoff.

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