I’ve been seeing the Scrap Fabric Banners a lot lately on Pinterest and Etsy. Some are longer, some are shorter — but they’re all so stinkin’ cute! Look at this one pictured in Sunshine and Carousels studio {super cute blog by the way, you really should go take a peek}.
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My sister (as many of you already know) is a photographer, so I’m often challenged to make some cute photo props for her that I, in turn, will add to my shop. If I had a little princess, a few of these would be hanging in her sweet pink room {smile}.
I am absolutely in {love} with these sweet floral fabrics, they remind me of Laura Ashley designs. Aren’t they sweet, with a vintage twist? Anywho, here is my latest and greatest {DIY} project – aka a Photo Prop.
I wanted to go with a shorter length than most of the ones you see, so I cut several strips of fabric/lace at 7″to 8″ in length and about 1/2″ in width. For a three foot banner, you’ll use approximately 75-80 strips of fabric/lace/etc. I cut some of my fabrics with the basic fabric scissors and others with the pinking shears to offer some variation and cuteness. I also cut 6-8 strands of twine that I wanted to add to the banner as well. I like to roll the fabric around in my hand a little so that it’s wrinkled and frayed. It adds the vintage touch.
I used the twine for making the banner and had planned to make a three foot banner, so I measured out three feet of twine –and– added an extra foot of twine to either side of the banner for hanging and flexibility. I then measured one foot in from either end and tied a loose knot so I knew where I would be tying my fabric scraps. I then tacked the twine to a wall (my work room closet since a couple of tac holes won’t matter). I then started to tie my strands in no particular order to the twine. I didn’t knot or loop my fabric, I just tied it around the twine. Within no time, I had created this beauty.
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Beautiful – and what a fun way to use up fabric! I pinned it for future reference!
Thanks so much for linking up to Your Whims Wednesday, I featured this on my blog tonight! Come stop by and grab a button
http://www.mygirlishwhims.com/2012/03/your-whims-wednesday-49-and-features.html
I'm featuring this tomorrow!! You rock, girly!
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Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2012/03/take-look-at-you-my-favorites_08.html
That is so fun! I am sure I have enough to make one and revamp my mantle with it. Thanks!
Blessings,
Val
I love this! You're a feature this week! Stop by!
http://livelaughrowe.blogspot.com/2012/02/diy-vintage-scrap-fabric-and-twine.html
Thank you for linking up a fabulous project…
I have featured you in this weeks you inspire crafty linky party…
hope you will stop by and link up another great project..
http://polkadot-pretties.blogspot.com/2012/03/you-inspire-linky-party_10.html
Claire xoxo
Love this! I featured you on my blog yesterday-www.cupofdelight.blogspot.com
I love this. I seriously need one!
Oh my! Right up my alley! Love it!
LOVE IT!!! Thanks for the instructions. Can’t wait to make one..
Glad to offer the tutorial. They’re such fun banners to have and make
Have fun! xo, Kelly