This is project no. 6 in my 12-12-12 series of craft projects using different materials and methods throughout the year.
For this month’s (really last month, but we are still playing catch up over here) project I wanted to do something with rope. I had a number of ideas (mostly these) but with time, money constraints and the fact that I can’t find my hot glue gun to save my life, had a lot to do with the decision to dial it back and go with a simple dream catcher instead.
The hoop is actually a piece from an old tomato cage that broke in the move, and the twine is just what I had laying around. I used up a large portion of my ribbon stash, and then got some more from my grandmother for the danglies (yeah, it’s a technical term) at the bottom of the hoop. I also used up some small silk flowers, feathers, and beads that I had hanging around to add some more character.
I love the simplicity of this project and that I was able to use so many stash items, we are trying to cut back on stuff after all. I would like to add a bit more to it, but I think it’s going to be one of those things that happen as I find myself with scraps and leftover beads.
I’m happy with how it turned out and think it will make a great addition to the spare bedroom with its bright red walls. The only thing that I’m not in love with is the slack in the center of the dream catcher. I had a really hard time keeping the string tight when I got to it. If anyone has any tips or tricks for getting this right let me know. I may just rip out the last two rows of string and try it again when I have more time.
Christine@ Apple of My Eye
This is amazing! I am SO impressed with how creative you are. My artistic skills are basically zero if you don’t count photography haha.
Jessica
Ummmm I think photography definitely counts. I wish all the time that i had the interest and patients to learn how to take photos like yours!
Jade Lee Wright
Ah what an awesome project! Looks really great and how cool is it to look at it and know you made it yourself?
I need to keep myself busy with some DIY projects now – so this may just be one of them when I have enough cash around for the materials needed 🙂
I love dream catchers so much – I’ve made one once before with a hula-hoop.. that turned out great actually! Wish I’d blogged about it!
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Jessica
If you can get your hands on some vines I’ve seen really cool ones made of vines and twine which should be cheaper for you. Much Love!!!