I thought I would attempt to copy one of the Nesters original crafts... the Ragamuffin Garland. I love crafts that are easy and are not time consuming. I like immediate results and satisfaction. This is a no-brainer. So, do what I did... make some coffee, watch some T.V. with your husband, and start tying!
Step 1~
Pick out your fabric. For the first one I choose 5 different patterns. I used burlap and I really like having a different texture in the garland. You can also add ribbon, fringe, or rick-rack. I've also seen some garlands that have decorative items hanging from them or photographs. Very cute!
I bought 1 1/4 yards of fabric and it was enough to make 2-30 inch garlands and 1-54 inch garland. The fabric cost me a total of $18.
Step 2~ Cut fabric into strips. I measured mine out to be 2 inches wide and 10 inches long. I've seen some other garlands with longer strips of fabric and it looks really pretty that way too.
Step 3~ Use twine or jute to tie the fabric strips on. Cut it the length you want your garland to be and then just loop it at each end so you can hang it. I double stranded the twine.
Then just start tying. It's that easy! Make sure you push the fabric strips tightly together so that you will have a full garland.
Step 4~ Fluff and straighten out your garland and hang...
I'm sure you are wondering how long this project took aren't you? Cutting the fabric took about an hour. The longer garland took a little over an hour, but the smaller ones only took half an hour.
These garlands can be hung on cabinets, mirrors, mantles, or in my case... the pantry door. Yes, I know it really won't work in keeping my children out of the food. Can you give me credit for trying?
If you end up making one of these Ragamuffin garlands, please let me know. I would love to see it!
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Very cute! Plan on stocking up on pink or blue fabric soon!
ReplyDeleteIt looks just GREAT!!!! I love the fabric you picked out!!! How fun is that!
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Great job. I could handle that craft project.
ReplyDeleteVery cute...I think I will try this!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Christy, for the step-by-step instructions. I have a whole basketful of scrap fabrics (and a ball of twine!), so I think this would be a great project to "tie up all those loose ends". Ha!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Christy!!!!! Very cute....and I LOVE the burlap...it add's such a nice touch!!! So cute.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out so cute!! I love the fabric choices!
ReplyDeleteCute project! And, someone without any crafty genes (such as myself) would be able to do this. Thanks for the great idea.
ReplyDeleteMy mom is making a patchwork quilt for E so I'm going to use the extra fabric to make one of these. So fun! Thanks for the great idea!
ReplyDeleteOh how cute! I love it on the armoie!
ReplyDeleteSo ca-ute! A few friends and I want to get together and make them together. Who knows when that will be!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! And thank you for the tutorial. I think I could manage this, and before I thought it was too hard for me...so you made it look easy! :)
ReplyDeleteCarrie
Your garland is precious! I love the colors that you choose as well as the different textures!
ReplyDeleteSincerely ~ Tricia Anne
Christy,
ReplyDeleteI'm the type of person who needs to be told exactly how to do a craft to do it, so this was perfect! Very cute!
You did great! These are really cute! I wish they would keep me out of the pantry. :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the garland. what a great idea!! and i am so glad that you came by to visit my blog. i love to meet new people and grab a little insight from other "sisters"! I need all the help I can get :)
ReplyDeleteP S I noticed that in your favorite music that you love David Crowder. He is coming to our church in November to do a concert!! :)
ReplyDeleteBoth of those garlands are full and beautiful. I love the color combinations that you used. I am going to re-do one of the bedrooms,and may try one of those for a little extra fluff. Great job! Jackie
ReplyDeleteI love the color and fabric choices for your ragmuffin. They look great I have made a few in the last couple of weeks their fun to do while watching tv.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend
julie
Wow! I'm impressed! It looks just like the Nester's!
ReplyDeleteYour blog is so refreshing (and real!)
I'm adding you to my favorites. (hugs)
Love the music...
where did you get the 'bring on the rain' side bar? I want it!
Looking forward to keeping up with your blog.
Oh, your picture of Sunset beach is great ... we used to vacation near there and eat at the 2 restaurants @ the bridge. Good memories!
Thank you for posting this! I had given up on finding a tutorial for these! I am a new reader and I love your blog. Very inspirational! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI am so making my ragamuffin garland...already have the fabric ready to cut...they are so cute...and I love the "foot of the cross" song!
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