Tutorial - How to Make a Burlap Rose

Use jute roses to decorate all kinds of things

Tutorial at Cards, Crafts, Kids Projects Blog

"Hi friends sharing an altered wooden Keyholder featuring handmade Jute/ Burlap/Hessian Roses. The Key-holder is in the shape of a house and I used loads of pearls and roses with a touch of glitter here and there!   The top has a Spellbinders border die as a background to which I added the roses and glittery flowers and tiny leaves[ using Memory Box Spring Border on glitter foam]  Couldn't resist adding a tiny rabbit peeking from behind the burlap rose".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Burlap BBQ Decorations

Get checkerboard effect with craft foam stamps you make yourself

Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"This project was actually inspired by my friend Sarah, from Our Daily Craft. When I posted on Google+ about the burlap goodies I had received, Sarah suggested making a summer-themed BBQ bunting. I loved this idea and even took it one step further by creating a pair of BBQ-themed decorations. I thought the burlap vase holder would make a wonderful centerpiece and is perfect for holding napkins and silverware or even condiments".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Stiffen Burlap

Once dry you can cut and shape for various projects

Tutorial at Tinsel and Wheat Blog

"Ever wondered how to stiffen up that burlap to get perfect triangles or pennant shapes for your banners or other burlap projects!?  I'm sharing my "secret to stiff" with the following easy peasy tutorial.  Supplies needed: Burlap, 8oz bottle of Mod Podge or Elmers Glue, Plastic tub, Whisk, Water Fill that tub up with water.  The less water you add the stiffer your burlap will be.  Add your entire bottle of Mod Podge or glue".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Burlap Flowers

Roses can be used in many decorative ways

Tutorial at xxSouthernCraftsxx Blog

"This is a super easy and fast way to make your own burlap roses. The project is pretty quick, taking only about 5-10 minutes. Start by cutting a piece of felt in a circle".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Burlap Turkey

Happy Thanksgiving!

Tutorial at Life on Lakeshore Drive Blog

"Since I am still working on Thanksgiving decor for my deck, I decided to take a school art project one step farther, and make a burlap turkey.  If you missed that post you can see it here.  It's the beginning steps for this project. I used lots of Aleene's Fabric Stiffener on this project. The first thing I did was to lay large squares of fabric on wax paper and brush the fabric stiffener on all the pieces".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Burlap Envelope

Use spray starch to prevent fraying

Envelope Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"Discover how easy it is to make a whimsical envelope using a strip of burlap, some felt, and a couple of buttons. I made this envelope to hold a gift card, but you can easily adjust the measurements to fit a large greeting card or just about any other flat item. I think maybe I am on a burlap and heart kick".... Read more