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How to Make Plaster Covered Pumpkins

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I have another great pumpkin project for you today, friends! I am showing you how to make plaster covered pumpkins. They have so much texture and add neutral beauty to my fall decor. I love the way they turned out and I hope you do too!

I have shared lots of fun pumpkin crafts with you this month. And I am just as excited about showing you how to make plaster covered pumpkins as I was about the others. I know the word “plaster” can sometimes turn people off. But this plaster project isn’t super messy. And it’s really simple to do!

I use a pre-mixed, ready to use, comes in a small tub, all purpose sheet rock as my plaster. It’s a joint compound for drywall but works perfectly for this project. And, since it’s ready to go right in the tub, we don’t have the mess of mixing.

I do put down a sheet of cardboard to protect my table. But even I don’t make much of a mess with this! So grab your closest pumpkin and chip brush, and let’s get crafting!

How to Make Plaster Covered Pumpkins

When it comes to fall decor, the sky is the limit on the possible ways to create it. I have been having so much fun seeing the amazing projects that creatives have been coming up with this season. There has been so much inspiration to be found and can’t wait to share new projects with you all!

I first made these plaster covered pumpkins in my membership group. It has been a few years and I still love them. So I thought it would be ok to share them with you all now. I hope you love them as much as I do!

How to Choose your Pumpkin

You can use practically any faux pumpkin as a base for this project. The one I used was plastic and had a greenish yellow tint that matches my decor. I haven’t tried it with a foam pumpkin but the process would be the same.

My advice is to choose a pumpkin with a color that matches your home. You will want to let a little of that color shine through. So keep that in mind when selecting your pumpkin.

I also think that the finished plaster covered pumpkins look better in pairs or groupings. You can select your main pumpkin and then pick one or two smaller ones to display with it.

Start with a craft pumpkin that matches your decor.

How to Make Plaster Covered Pumpkins Supply List

  • Craft pumpkin (I used a plastic one from Hobby Lobby, about 12″ across)
  • All purpose sheet rock (I prefer the one with the blue top because it dries whiter. The green lid dries a little bit greyer)
  • Chip brush
  • Sanding block
  • Something for your stem
  • Hot glue gun
  • Spanish moss

How to Make Plaster Covered Pumpkins Instructions

  • Dip your brush into the tub of sheet rock. You want quite a bit on the brush. Then bounce/dab it onto the pumpkin. I am not painting it on. Instead I bounce the brush around the pumpkin. Doing it this way adds all the texture that I love about this process.
  • Work your way around one half the pumpkin, repeating this process. You don’t want full coverage here. Let some of the pumpkin color come through.
  • When you are about done, take the brush and lightly brush over the joint compound. You don’t want to completely smooth it out, just take off the sharp peaks. This will lower and soften some of the high spots.
  • Make sure the bottom of your pumpkin (where it will meet the table) is nice and smooth. That way it will sit level wherever you put it.
  • Let this half of your pumpkin dry. Then repeat the same process to the other half.
  • Once the pumpkin dries, knock off any spots that are still sharp or standing up too far. A drywall/sheetrock sponge is great for this. But a rag will work too.

Finishing your Plaster Covered Pumpkins

Once your pumpkin is dry, you can leave it as is. Add your stem and any cute vintage bits and bobs that you want to. But you could also take the pumpkin itself a bit farther. For my pumpkin, I added a bit of white paint.

Since all I had was the green lid sheet rock, it dried with more of a grey tint than I wanted. To get it back to white, I used my chip brush to dab on white paint.

I did it just like I did the sheet rock, bouncing and dabbing my brush. I didn’t completely cover the sheet rock. Then I went back in with a cream colored paint and did the same thing. The different shades worked well together and I love the results!

I stopped after I painted my pumpkin. But you could go in with antique wax and get down into the bevels to add more color and definition.

Once my pumpkin was dry, I used hot glue to attach the branch I choose for the stem. To make this easier, I poked into the top of my pumpkin and cut out a little bit of it. That let me push my branch down into the pumpkin a bit. Which gave me more places to add hot glue. And helped support the weight of the stick itself.

As my last step, I hot glued Spanish moss to the top of my pumpkin, around the stem.

Choosing a Stem for your Plaster Covered Pumpkin

In my opinion, the stem is the most important part of the pumpkin. It is where the character of the pumpkin really shines through. I really love the look of curly willow branches. So that is what I used for my stem. But you can use any kind of branch or stick that you can get your hands on.

You can also save your real pumpkin stems from year to year. I started doing this a long time ago because I love the look of a natural dried pumpkin stem on a lot of my projects. All I do is remove them from their original pumpkin.

Then lay them out to dry. I store mine in a cool dark storage area all year and then pull them out when it’s time to craft for the next season. I even have friends and family members who save their stems for me now. That way I have plenty to work with each season!

The Wrap Up

And that’s how you make plaster covered pumpkins. It’s easy, it’s pretty quick, and they are adorable! This is definitely one of my new favorite pumpkin projects. I hope you love it as much I do!

I would love to see how you use them in your own home. So if you post any pictures of your garlands on social media, tag me so I can check them out! As always, I hope you love this project as much as I do. Happy crafting, friends!

How to Make Plaster Covered Pumpkins

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How to Make Rosettes

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I have a great little project for you today friends! I’m showing you how to make rosettes that are the perfect addition to any craft project!

Whether you’re a vintage lover like me or just like pretty things in general, having something beautiful that you can make yourself is always a win. I’m showing you how to make rosettes that add something special to decor and craft projects alike. You can make these match any color or style that you love. They can also be made in absolutely any size you like. As with most of my projects, there is no limit to where your creativity can take you with these!

How to Make Rosettes

These little rosettes may look complicated but they are actually one of the easiest things to make! The only trick to them is not getting burned by the hot glue. And, I have the solution to that problem! You just need to wait a quick minute after you apply the hot glue for it to cool a bit. Then you can still work with it while it’s flexible but not burn your finger tips. I show you exactly how to do this in the video below.

Picking Your Fabric…

Like I said, you can make these rosettes to match any style you want. It all comes down to choosing which fabric to use. I love vintage so I normally will use muslin (stained or plain), burlap, or ticking. If you love bright colors, pastels, or patterns just look for fabric that will be a good fit for you.

I love to keep an eye out at thrift stores and garage sales for old sheets, blankets, and other bits of fabric that I can craft with. There’s no point in spending top dollar for new fabric when I am usually shredding, staining, and wrapping with it. Plus, it’s a great way to do a little something for the planet by finding a new way to use old items. Repurposing is like a fun little game that I love to play every day!

The Finishing Touches…

When you’ve mastered the twist and wrap and have your rosettes all done there are a few things you can do with them. I love to add buttons or bling to the center of mine. You could also stack a small one onto the center of a big one for a layered look. When they’re complete you can use them anywhere and any way you like! They look adorable in wedding decor, gift wrapping, on lamp shades and pretty stools. You name it, you can put a rosette on it!

Supply List

  • Fabric of your choice (I used burlap, ticking, and muslin in this video)
  • Hot glue gun
  • Measuring tape
  • Embellishments for the center of your rosettes (like buttons, jewels, broaches, or earrings.) This is optional but oh so cute!

Step by Step Instructions

  1. Start by cutting your fabric into strips that are 1 inch wide and as long as you need it. For a small rosette I’ve used an 8″ strip for a really large one use a 30″ strip. For sizes in between adjust your length accordingly.
  2. Next put a dab of hot glue at the end of the strip. Wait for the glue to cool enough to handle then twist the end. Keep twisting your fabric and when you have a decent section twisted put another dab of hot glue and start wrapping your twisted fabric around itself.
  3. Keep twisting, gluing, and wrapping until you have completed your rosette. Be sure to wait for the glue to cool a bit before twisting and wrapping.
  4. When your rosette is complete you can use hot glue to add a pretty item to the center.

The Wrap Up…

I hope you love these rosettes as much as I do! You can see how easy they are to do. That means that you can make a whole bunch if you want to. I promise that once you start picturing how to use them you’ll want to put them on everything! I’d love to see what you come up with for yours so feel free to share your ideas with me, I would love that!

Looking for more decor inspiration? Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram! You can also subscribe to my YouTube channel so you never miss a video tutorial!

If you love creating vintage treasures as much as I do you can also join my membership group, Tami Loves Creating Vintage Treasures. There you will get exclusive tutorials that will teach you how to create beautiful and unique pieces that will fit perfectly with your vintage decor!

Creating Vintage Tassels

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This week I am sharing one of my favorite projects! Creating vintage tassels is something I’ve been doing for quite awhile and I just love them. I wanted to show you how I do it so you can make your own!

I wanted to show you how to make vintage tassels because they are so much fun. Not only are they fun to make but they are a great way to incorporate lots of your favorite vintage pieces! I use muslin shreds, fabulous laces, tiny craft pearls, and some fabulous vintage treasures to make these tassels beautiful. In the video below I show you exactly how I make these wonderful pretties!

creating vintage tassels

Creating Vintage Tassels

There are some craft projects that I come back to again and again; and each time I make them I love them just as much as the first time. This is definitely one of those projects! I love these tassels hanging on their own on knobs or lamp switches. I also love to incorporate them into other craft projects as a finishing touch. These tassels are a beautiful addition to any vintage lovers home!

creating vintage tassels

The supplies you need to make these tassels may be things you already have on hand. If you are like me (always on the look out for pretty laces and tiny vintage trinkets) you’re already half way to having a completed tassel. If you don’t have the supplies on hand though, no worries! What you need can either be found at your local craft store or in my shop. And the muslin shreds I use for this project are really simple to make yourself. I have a whole post about how to make muslin shreds if you want to learn how to make your own!

So many design options…

These tassels have so many options! You can make them big or small, intricate or simple, neutral or colorful. If you like the more rustic look then go for tea stained muslin shreds. If the clean look is more your taste then stick with the white shreds. You can have a specific theme like rusted bolts, nails, and springs. Or mix up your little trinkets and make it eclectic. Sometimes I like to add some bling with a small piece of vintage jewelry and other times I leave those off. It’s all up to you how you want to do these!

Vintage Tassel Supply List

  • Muslin shreds
  • Laces (vintage and/or new)
  • Tatting (if you can find it)
  • Seam binder
  • String of tiny craft pearls
  • Small vintage treasures to tie on (skeleton keys, cabinet keys, tags, rusted bolts, springs, pins/broaches etc…)
  • Vintage pieces for the top of the tassel (spools, knobs, insulators, dowels, etc…something with a hole in it that you can thread onto the top of your tassel)
  • Scissors
  • BBQ skewer (optional) for helping to thread your goodies on.

Vintage Tassel Instructions

  1. Start by deciding how big of a tassel you want to make. For the size I normally make I usually make my strips of material about 14″ inches long. This does not have to be exact though. I start with a handful of my muslin shreds and then add a couple strips of pretty laces and seam binder. I also add a couple strips of craft pearls. When you have all of your materials laid out together you’re ready to move on to the next step.
  2. Lay out your collection of materials horizontally. Now take a strip of lace and lay it vertically at the center under your collection. Now use the lace to tie your materials into a bundle. Trim any ends that you feel need trimmed.
  3. Now it’s time to add the top. Use anything with a hole in it (spools, insulators, etc.) and thread both pieces of lace through it. You can dress up your top piece if you want to or add a pretty knob on top of it. Whatever you want to do!
  4. Next, choose the vintage trinkets that you want to use. I usually use 3-4 but you can use however many you want. Take your trinkets and tie them to the bottom of separate muslin shreds.

The Wrap Up…

And that’s it friends! This is a simple project but the results are beautiful! using the different materials adds so much texture and depth to these vintage tassels. They are a lot of fun to create and even more fun to look at. I love this project and I hope you do too!

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How to Wallpaper over Tile

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If you’ve been following me for awhile you already know that I couldn’t stand the plain white tile in my kitchen. I decided to take matters into my own hands to fix it. So today I’m showing you how to wallpaper over tile. It’s simple to do and oh so pretty!

When it comes to items in our homes like tile, often the cost or the difficulty of replacing it means we leave it the way it is. That’s what happened for me and my kitchen tile. For 15 years I lived with it and tried to cover it up the best I could with my treasures. Replacing it or painting it was out because my hubby didn’t like those ideas so I thought I was stuck. Then I had an epiphany: wallpaper! The cost is far lower than replacing tile and it doesn’t have to be a permanent change if you don’t want it to. I wanted to give you the same option so I’m showing you how to wallpaper over tile!

How to Wallpaper over Tile

Redecorating your home doesn’t need to be expensive, messy, or permanent. I am all about finding ways to update my decor that are simple but still make a large impact. Wallpapering over tile is a great example of this. My finished project looks just like real brick and I neither had to remove tile nor lay brick!

Years ago I did this with a floral wallpaper and I liked it for awhile but then got tired of it. If you decide to try this know that removing the wallpaper is not a big deal! If you want to go back to your tile or try a new paper you can. All you have to do is get your paper wet, let it sit for a bit, and then remove it. I’m not saying that stripping wallpaper is the quickest or most fun job but it definitely can be done. When I removed my first paper my tile was still in perfect condition. Still clean, shiny, and with no damage.

Before
After

When you watch the video you’ll see that I didn’t just cover the tile in my kitchen with this paper. I have a stand alone wall in my kitchen and I also papered that. The reason for this was that I wanted the continuity and balance in the room. You don’t have to do this step but if you have a wall like mine or a kitchen island you could use your paper on one of those and really add life to your room!

Before
After

Supply List

  • Wallpaper ( I used a paper from Milton and King called White Washed Bricks)
  • Ultra clear wall paper paste (my paper didn’t come already pasted so I needed this. If you are using the pre-pasted kind you won’t need paste)
  • Chip brush
  • 3″ paint roller
  • Wallpaper smoothing tool
  • Exacto-knife

Step by Step Instructions

  1. The first thing I did was made sure my tile was clean and dry. Then I cut the wallpaper to fit the area I needed. You want to work in sections that are a manageable size and just be sure to butt each piece up to the last.
  2. Next I used a chip brush to slather the paste on the wall. I paid special attention to the edges because that’s where you really need it to stick.
  3. Next I used the 3″ roller to apply more paste and smooth is all out. It’s kind of like painting, you edge with a brush and then finish with a roller.
  4. For the next step, place your paper on the wall making sure that it is straight. Smooth it down with your hands first.
  5. Use an exacto-knife to trim around your molding, edges, and light switches or outlets. Watch the video for tips on how to do this safely and precisely.
  6. Next use a wallpaper smoother or bench scraper to smooth the paper.
  7. Finally use a damp cloth to wipe down the paper and remove any paste. When the paste dries it looks shiny so you don’t want to leave any behind. If you miss a spot you can go back later with alcohol to remove it (just test a hidden spot on your paper to make sure it will handle the alcohol without damage).
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After

And that’s that! I really love the way this turned out. This paper is amazing and I highly recommend it, it looks so realistic! If you go with brick paper like I did just be sure to match up the bricks between each section of wallpaper. I talk about this in the video so if you have questions be sure to check that out. I hope you love this project as much as I do, I know I’ll leave this paper up for a long time to come!

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If you love creating vintage treasures as much as I do you can also join my membership group, Tami Loves Creating Vintage Treasures. There you will get exclusive tutorials that will teach you how to create beautiful and unique pieces that will fit perfectly with your vintage decor!

Bleaching Flannel Shirts

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This time of year makes me crave all the warm and cozy things. One of the first things I think of when it comes to warm and cozy is flannel! Today I’m bleaching flannel shirts to give them an antique look and I’m going to show you how I do it.

Bleached flannel shirts are really popular these days. You’ll find them at almost every antique show and many boutiques. My girlfriends and I had already bought several when it dawned on me that I could figure out how to make them myself. Many of you have been asking how I do this so today I’m bleaching flannel shirts and taking you along for the ride.

Bleaching Flannel Shirts

The first thing to know about bleaching flannel shirts is that there is no right or wrong way to do it. The method you use depends on the look you are going for. You can drizzle or spray your bleach water on the shirt or you can dunk the shirt in the bleach water. The shirts can be made as subtle or distressed as you like. You can even use rubber bands to give your shirt a tie dye look. Just remember that the longer you allow the bleach to sit on the shirt the more fading you will get.

Selecting your flannel shirts…

Choosing your shirts is the only tricky part about this project. The reason it’s tricky is that there is no rhyme or reason to which shirts will take the bleach and which ones won’t. I’ve tried all fabric blends and one polyester cotton blend will work perfectly and the next won’t react at all. The only thing that I can figure is that some shirts are treated with something that prevents bleaching. The problem is that you can’t tell that by the label.

Another thing to keep in mind is that some flannel shirts will start to fade right away and others will take more time. The best thing to do is to start with small amounts of bleach water and see how your particular shirt will react before really going to town with it.

You can find flannel shirts almost anywhere. I like to keep an eye out for great sales. Think end of season when the summer clothes are starting to hit the racks. You can usually snag flannel then at clearance prices. I also love going to Goodwill and other resale shops and finding my flannel there. When I sell my distressed shirts buying them second hand really helps to keep the price down for everyone involved.

Supply List

  • Flannel shirts
  • Large bowl (punch bowl size)
  • Large bucket
  • Bleach
  • Vinegar
  • Water
  • Rubber bands (optional)

Step by Step Instructions

  1. Start by mixing equal parts bleach and water. For a large spray bottle I use 2 cups of each. For the large bowl I use 4 cups of each.
  2. In a large bucket combine equal parts vinegar and water.
  3. If you are dunking the shirt for an ombre look, place the bottom portion in the large bowl and allow it to sit for a few minutes. Next, submerge a little more of the bottom of the shirt. Doing this will fade the very bottom more and the fading will decrease as it gets further up the shirt.
  4. You can also use the spray bottle to spray bleach onto portions of the shirt or use the bottom of the nozzle piece to drizzle the bleach on.
  5. Once your bleach is applied allow it to sit for a few minutes. Just keep an eye on it because some shirts will fade quickly while others take longer. When the shirt is faded to your liking, submerge it in the vinegar mix to stop the bleach from working. Allow the shirt to soak in the vinegar mix for 2 minutes. (*If you dunked your shirt be sure to wring out the excess bleach water first. I also rinse the ones I’ve dunked before putting them into the vinegar mix.)
  6. Take the shirt out of the vinegar mix and wring it out. Finally, wash and dry the shirt like normal and you’re all done!

As you can see in the video, there are lots of different ways that you can distress your shirts. I love the ombre look that comes from soaking them but I am also really into the drizzle method. Just play around a little bit and see what you like best. Bleaching flannel shirts is simple but it is also always an adventure because you never know what the shirts are going to do until you get going. I hope you have a lot of fun with this project!

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If you love creating vintage treasures as much as I do you can also join my membership group, Tami Loves Creating Vintage Treasures. There you will get exclusive tutorials that will teach you how to create beautiful and unique pieces that will fit perfectly with your vintage decor!

Making a Wood Bead Wreath

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I love sharing projects with you that can be used in any home and for any season. Today I’m showing you how to make a wood bead wreath that is elegant and will fit with just about any decor style!

Wood beads are really popular right now. Especially so in farmhouse and vintage decor. I’m excited to share this wreath with you so that you can make your own! I’m using neutral colors which makes it a good match for any color scheme. You could definitely add different color flowers and bows if you’d rather have it match your room colors. However you decide to make it I think you will love this wreath!

Making a Wood Bead Wreath

So right off the bat I need to tell you what not to do when it comes to making this wreath. I talk about it in the video too but here’s what I should have avoided. First, I bought whole wooden balls because they were cheaper than the ones already cut in half. I thought I would just cut the whole ones in half myself and save some money. This did not work and actually turned out to be quite dangerous. Please don’t try to cut the beads yourself. Just buy the wooden balls already cut in half.

Since I couldn’t cut the balls I ended up with all these beads I couldn’t use for the design I had in mind. No worries, I took them to my step dad and he made me a different version. What he did was cut a metal ring, drilled holes in the balls, strung the balls onto the wire, then welded the wire shut. This worked really well but it’s not something I could’ve done myself. I am all about the DIY life so I’m showing you how to make this wreath using a large embroidery hoop and your glue gun. It’s much easier and much safer than the first version I did.

As always, you do what feels right to you. Let your own creativity flow, I’m just here to inspire some new ideas and show you I did it! If you come up with a better way to make this wreath please let me know. We are all here to learn from each other. That’s one of the things that I love best about our crafting community!

The Supply List

  • 14 inch embroidery hoop
  • 2″ wooden balls that are already cut in half (I got mine from Hobby Lobby)
  • Glue gun
  • Wire cutters
  • Bolt Cutters (if you have them, they’re great for those tough floral stems)
  • Silk flowers (assorted and in whatever colors you love)
  • Greenery
  • Muslin shreds
  • Ribbon (for hanging loop)

The Step by Step

  1. Start by applying hot glue to your embroidery frame a few inches at a time then adding the wood beads to the glue. You want to leave a few inches on either side of the top of the hoop. This is where you will add your flowers. Continue around the hoop adding glue then beads to evenly cover the hoop.
  2. Next trim, separate, and fluff your floral and greenery stems. Arrange them how you like them and then use hot glue to secure them in place.
  3. Take a few muslin shreds and make them into a simple bow and attach it to your wreath.
  4. Use ribbon to make a loop at the top you your wreath so that you can hang it.
  5. If you have a wreath sign you’ve made or purchased you can attach that too. If you want to learn how to make your own Chalk Couture signs like I do, I have lots of tutorials on my YouTube channel that you can check out!

The Wrap Up…

And that’s it! If you avoid all the learning mistakes that I went through, this is actually a pretty simple project. I love the way it turned out! I use muslin shreds for most of my vintage crafts and I make a big batch at a time so that I always have some on hand. If you want to learn how to make your own muslin shreds I have a post for that too! I hope you enjoy this wreath as much as I do and that it brings you lots of joy!

Looking for more decor inspiration? Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram!

If you love creating vintage treasures as much as I do you can also join my membership group, Tami Loves Creating Vintage Treasures. There you will get exclusive tutorials that will teach you how to create beautiful and unique pieces that will fit perfectly with your vintage decor!

How to Make No Sew Stockings

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You probably know how much I love to craft but did you know that I really can’t sew? If you’re like me, learning how to make no sew stockings is the perfect Christmas craft project for you!

There are so many beautiful stockings out there to choose from. You can find them to suit just about any decor style and color scheme. Finding authentically vintage stockings, however, can be a challenge. Especially if you want them to match. No worries though, I have a solution! I figured out how to make my own no sew stockings out of vintage material. This gets me as close to the real deal as I can get and I get to decide just how I want them to look. Today I want to show you how I made a couple of stockings for my own fireplace. It’s a simple project that I thought some of you might enjoy!

How to Make No Sew Stockings

The first thing I did was find a fabric that I wanted to use. As you can probably guess I chose a vintage fabric. I used a vintage bedspread in a neutral color that has lots of texture.  To start, I cut off two pieces that would accommodate the size of my stocking. I placed one piece with the pretty side up and then I laid a second piece on top of that with the pretty side down.

Then I laid a stocking that I already had on top of the two pieces. Next I used a pencil and started to draw out the shape that I wanted.

After I finished drawing I used fabric scissors to cut through both layers.


Then I had two pieces of a stocking shaped fabric stacked on top of each other.

Next I used a fabric glue that is specially designed for the glue gun. The glue I used is Sure Bonder. The reason I used this glue is that I will be able to wash the stocking without worrying about the glue coming apart. If you do not have this type of glue it is fine to use regular hot glue. Regular hot glue will work fine you just won’t be able to wash your stocking.

All you need to do for this step is go around every edge except the top gluing and pressing your two fabric pieces together. Easy peasy, no sewing needed! This has to be my favorite part! After all of my edges were glued I just had the top part that was open so I reached my hand in and pulled it right side out.

I happened to have a nice piece of fur that was just enough to do two stockings. So I used the Sure Bonder to go around the top edge and secure the fur. I’m not crazy happy that I was not able to get the edges more rounded but knowing that I made them myself is always a good feeling. Besides, my eye goes to that pretty fur anyway!

Finally, for the tab I just got a piece pf fabric that matched the stocking and hot glued it to the inside. In order to make the tab strong I left it extra wide just to handle the weight of anything that was put in the stocking.

I am so excited about how these beauties turned out! I love how well they fit with my other fireplace decor.

Obviously I wanted my stockings to match my love of all things vintage. You could definitely do these to match any style though. If your decor differs or you want to give these as gifts just pick out fabrics that will accommodate. It can be hard to find stockings in the store that perfectly match your Christmas decor. When you make your own, however, it can be easy to get exactly the look you’re going for! I absolutely love how these look on my fireplace and I hope you love them too. Happy holidays!

Looking for more decor inspiration? Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram!

If you love creating vintage treasures as much as I do you can also join my membership group, Tami Loves Creating Vintage Treasures. There you will get exclusive tutorials that will teach you how to create beautiful and unique pieces that will fit perfectly with your vintage decor!

How to Make Vintage Ornaments

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Christmas is coming up quickly friends! This is my favorite time of year and I love combining it with my other favorite thing: vintage decor! Today I’m showing you how to make vintage ornaments. Talk about “my favorite things”!

When it comes to my decor I love all things vintage. Vintage ornaments aren’t always easy to come by but that doesn’t mean we have to go without! In the video below I show you how to make vintage ornaments by giving ornaments you already have a vintage makeover! This project is super easy to do and is also pretty quick. Perfect for the busy holiday season!

How to Make Vintage Ornaments

If you love vintage Christmas decor then this project is perfect for you! You can take any ornament and easily age it. Thrift stores are usually overrun with Christmas decorations and they are the perfect place to find tons of ornaments for this project. Since you’ll be painting and distressing them there is no need for them to match. When you’re done they will all compliment each other perfectly!

For this project I used golden angel bulbs that I already had but you can use any ornaments that you have. If you like the gold look peaking through and your ornaments aren’t that color you could always paint them gold first. Once the gold paint is dry you can proceed with the steps that I show you. I love the glitter of the gold shining through but if that’s not your favorite you can skip it all together. “You do you” right?!

This technique is also perfect for trinkets and other items you want to age. It works on any material type and can turn anything you have (or find) into a vintage decor item! If you love the shape or look of something but it doesn’t really fit with your vintage theme this is the perfect solution! If you have friends who are fellow vintage lovers this is a great gift idea too!

How to Make Vintage Ornament Supply List

  • Christmas ornament
  • Chalk paint (off white or cream color)
  • Antiquing wax
  • Chip brush (the older the better)
  • Small stencil brush
  • Cloth

The Step by Step

  1. Start by getting some chalk paint on your chip brush and then dab it off. Next, tap the brush all over the ornament but don’t cover it entirely. You want some of the gold to peak through. I covered about 2/3 of my ornament.
  2. Next, take your stencil brush and use it to apply antiquing wax to the high points of the ornament. You want to dirty it up a bit.
  3. Finally, use a cloth the wipe the wax a bit. this is to soften the look and blend the wax.
  4. That’s it, now just allow it to dry completely and it’s ready to hang!

The Wrap Up…

So there you have it! A quick and easy Christmas project that will add so much to your vintage holiday decor. I hope you love the results as much as I do. The only challenge will be not antiquing every ornament you own. And, hey, if you want to go for it! It would make for a bright and beautiful tree! Whatever way you take it I hope you have fun and enjoy this project. Time to grab a cup of something hot and cozy and get crafting!

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My name is Tami Neff and I would like to thank you for visiting my website. I hope you found many unique items to inspire you.  I love bringing you found vintage items to use when creating your treasures.  I have picked some of the nicest greenery around for you to use in your decor.  Please stop back often as we are always adding new items just for you.

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