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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What a great idea; I love it! That vase is so pretty. Is it metal?
Yes, it’s a metal vase I found at Michael’s a couple of years ago.
My fingers are so tough from all the times I’ve been burned from hot glue I’m surprised I still have fingerprints.
Isn’t that the truth?! Yet, I still hot glue things….
That looks really beautiful. Love all the Fall ideas I am seeing today- xo Diana
Thanks! I love seeing everything this time of year, too!
Looks so pretty and natural…great idea, Julie!
Thanks, Moni!
Julie your mantel looks beautiful! Love how you used natural branches!
Thanks, Martina!
Loving the decor on mantel looks so warm and welcoming! Great work!
Love this! Brilliant. I am copying you!!
They look great!
Beautiful fall mantel and great idea to make your own fall branches!
Clever way to duplicate nature with faux leaves and a hot glue gun. Love the idea.
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
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
I somehow found your blog today and really enjoyed this post. Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the look of your mantel.
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