Thursday, September 26, 2013

DIY Fall Branches

Whenever I decorate for each season I tend to find that my decor is missing something.

But, I don't want to spend money to solve the problem so I try to figure out how I can make it work with something I already have or with something I can make myself.

Such was the case with my DIY fall branches.



My mantel needed a little height because of my 20-foot ceilings.


So I went out in to my backyard, pulled some dead branches off of my oak tree and got to work with some faux leaves I already had and some hot glue.


It's a super easy craft that takes just a few minutes.

But, I will warn you...it's easy to get burned.


Keep a small bowl full of water with ice cubes nearby.

When you get burned you can quickly submerge your finger and avoid further damage from the hot glue.


Even with a minor burn on my finger, I love this craft.

I think it gave a big impact for no money.

Love that!



Here's to doing it yourself!










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17 comments:

  1. Cindy at Some Really Neat StuffSeptember 26, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    What a great idea; I love it! That vase is so pretty. Is it metal?

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    1. Julie S.September 27, 2013 at 9:49 AM

      Yes, it's a metal vase I found at Michael's a couple of years ago.

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  • hugskissesandsnot.comSeptember 26, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    My fingers are so tough from all the times I've been burned from hot glue I'm surprised I still have fingerprints.

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    1. Julie S.September 27, 2013 at 9:51 AM

      Isn't that the truth?! Yet, I still hot glue things....

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  • NanaDianaSeptember 26, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    That looks really beautiful. Love all the Fall ideas I am seeing today- xo Diana

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    1. Julie S.September 27, 2013 at 9:51 AM

      Thanks! I love seeing everything this time of year, too!

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  • Moni - Zuhaus at HomeSeptember 26, 2013 at 3:49 PM

    Looks so pretty and natural...great idea, Julie!

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    1. Julie S.September 27, 2013 at 9:50 AM

      Thanks, Moni!

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  • ℳartina @ Northern NestingSeptember 26, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Julie your mantel looks beautiful! Love how you used natural branches!

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    1. Julie S.September 27, 2013 at 9:50 AM

      Thanks, Martina!

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  • Amber HashSeptember 27, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Loving the decor on mantel looks so warm and welcoming! Great work! :)

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  • www.mysoulfulhome.comSeptember 27, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Love this! Brilliant. I am copying you!!

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  • [email protected]September 28, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    They look great!

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  • Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingSeptember 29, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Beautiful fall mantel and great idea to make your own fall branches!

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  • Donna WilkesOctober 1, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Clever way to duplicate nature with faux leaves and a hot glue gun. Love the idea.

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  • Simply Suzannes at HomeOctober 2, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Your mantle is beautiful. I LOVE the idea of adding faux leaves to REAL bare branches! Thanks for sharing!!
    Have a beautiful week,
    Suzanne

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  • Style SistersOctober 2, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Those are faux leaves..they look real...great job! Come over and link up to the Style Sisters party and share this post with us. http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/10/centerpiece-wednesday-95.html
    Karin

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