Garland // Merry + Bright

I had some leftover gift tags from my project the other day that were calling my name. So yesterday, on my 15th wedding anniversary (mentioned to remind myself that I married a very kind man who lets me leave projects out on the dining room table for weeks. Alright, sometimes he does ask about the crap on the table, but still…), I decided to make this cheery little banner. It makes me happy.

Do you want to give it a try? Here’s how to make one, or a variation:

Supplies:

Patterned cards, about 2″ x 3″

Colored paper (for the letters)

Black fine tip Sharpie

Elmer’s glue

White glitter

Pom-poms

Scissors

Hole punch

Red yarn

Sewing needle

Start by making the little cards. I rubber stamped mine, but you can also use recycled holiday cards. Cut them to size and round the corners if you’d like to (but you don’t have to).

Meanwhile, draw your block letters. Here is a great tutorial on creating block shadow letters. They are really fun (and addicting) to make. Use a brush to apply the glue carefully, then sprinkle on some glitter.

After the glue & glitter is dry (preferable overnight), you can cut out the letters. I actually made these letters a while back for something else which was handy! Then glue the letters onto the cards.

Lay out your design and place the pom-poms where you want them. Use the hole punch to create 4 little holes. This will give you a more stitched look.

Thread the pom-poms and cards. I threaded two separate rows: One for the MERRY and one for the BRIGHT. Then I tied them together. I taped the “+” under the “R”.

This project requires a little patience, especially if you haven’t done shadow letters before. But it’s worth it so I hope you give it a go!

Have a happy weekend. ♡

xo, Bar