Don't throw out that semi bald tinsel... re-use!

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Don't throw out that semi bald tinsel... re-use!

Post: # 136181Post StripyPixieSocks »

Here's how I made my tinsel wreath in tutorial form... have fun and save the shiny from the dump :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

http://eatdrinkbecrafty.blogspot.com/20 ... asics.html

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Post: # 136197Post Sally Jane »

Very pretty. They really are beautifully simple but really effective. I'm going to have to start keeping a notebook of brilliant ideas like this for next Christmas, or I shall forget all about it!
I suppose you could use an old wire coat hanger as the base, if you are avoiding buying anything new.
Thanks again for sharing your bright ideas StripyPixieSocks!

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I think you are brilliant! pbf

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Post: # 136382Post the.fee.fairy »

Oooh, smeone (i think it wa Thomzo) sent me some lovely twisted twig wreath circles last year. I've been meaning to make them into a dream catcher, but i might have to combine them with this and make soemthing sparkly!

Thanks for the tute, i've subscribed to your blog through bloglines now too.

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Post: # 136404Post StripyPixieSocks »

Aww thanks girls!

Yes you could use old wire coat hangers (I hadn't thought of that as I had the wire on hand)

Twig wreaths would work just as well... would love to see them if you make any :cooldude:

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