Wrapped Paper Cones
Decorating my mantle for Christmas this year was so much fun. I usually do a red and silver theme with lots of merry touches. This year I went for something that will stay throughout winter; silver and white. It blends perfectly with my red tree. I have some Christmas elements I can easily switch out in January while still leaving the bulk of the items up.
I was inspired by The Happy Housie to make the paper cones in the middle. Such an easy project, and a great base for any type of decoration.
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I used one piece of white poster board, a little hot glue and some ribbon, twine, and yarn to wrap it.
To get the cones I used a piece of string and held down one end down on the corner. I tied the other end to a pencil and drew an arc. For the other two cones I adjusted the length of the string and repeated the arc.
Then I started rolling. This took a couple tries to get the point just right. Then I secured the cone with a line of hot glue all the way down. I trimmed the ends to create a flat bottom
To wrap the cones I secured an end of yarn to the tip with hot glue then wrapped it. I didn't need any more glue until the very bottom. I did the same with the twine. For the silver ribbon I used dots of hot glue with every wrap to get the rippled effect I wanted.
The wrapping was trial and error with the materials I had on hand, experiment with what you have and see what works for you there are so many possibilities.
I love that I can keep these for next year or toss them and start over. Such an inexpensive DIY project.
What's on your mantle this year?
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These paper cones are SO pretty, Sarah! I'm glad you stopped by my blog earlier today. I love meeting new bloggers with the same love for paper as I do. Hope you have a wonderful evening!
Thanks Katie!
I love the simplicity of these trees! Look perfect on your mantle. Hopping over from the Motivate Me Monday Block Party!
Thanks! Glad you stopped by.
Wow these look so easy but pretty! Thanks for sharing! I found you through the Keeping it Simple Block Party but would love it if you'd link up to my link party as well. It's a monthly Pinterest project challenge http://www.heylovedesigns.com/2013/12/01/pinterest-project-party-1/
They were surprisingly easy. Thanks for stopping by, I'll check out your party, sounds fun.
These are so cute, and sound so simple to make. Love it! I'd love if you'd link up to The DIYers. http://homecomingmn.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-diyers-40.html
Thanks for joining in :)
i want to sit next to your tree!
You are too sweet!
How smart - and easy - to make your own cones! I love how these look! I'll be featuring these on my blog on Saturday.
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Thanks for linking up to the Block Party!
Sumo:)
THanks Sumo!