Sunday, June 23, 2013

Wildflower Swag (home craft)

A decorative drapery rod with bunches of dried flowers  dresses up any garden-themed room. And painting the matching Green Headboard is a breeze to make as well!
Wildflower Swag Decoration
Materials:
  • Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Primer - White (#51315)
  • Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Paint - Khaki (#52504)
  • Raffia
  • Dried Flower Bunches
  • Decorative Iron Drapery Rod
  • Drop cloth
  • 220-grit sandpaper
  • Tack cloth
Instructions:
  1. Place decorative rod on the flat work surface covered with drop cloth.
     
  2. Apply 2 light coats of primer. Let dry completely and sand lightly between coats. Wipe away dust with tack cloth.
     
  3. Apply 2 to 3 light coats of khaki. Let dry completely between coats.
     
  4. When completely dry, tie bunches of dried flowers to rod with raffia and hang on wall.

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