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This is super easy, but it takes a LOT of fabric. So before you make one, figure out how much it will cost to buy the fabric (mine was $12.99/yd before my 60% off coupon at Joann's. So in the end it was $26 for two wraps). If you can't get some for a good price, it might be worth it to just buy one (I've seen them at target for a little less than $50). Here is what you need: 5-6 yards of stretchy knit fabric Scissors Sewing machine and thread (optional) 1 sleeping baby (recommended) Basically all you do is lay out your fabric, and cut it down the middle *hot dog style, and wah-lah, you have two wraps! You can leave it like this, because knit doesn't fray, it just rolls up a little on the edges. But...I decided to go one step further and make this a bit harder on myself (only because I got this cool new double needle and wanted to try it out). It is great for knits. The front looks like two straight lines, but the back is all zig zaggy, so it can stretch with your fabric. Fold over the edges 1/2" and pin into place. I usually just eyeball these sorts of things. Sew away, around all 4 sides (5 yards takes a long time to sew), and you are done. Here is the tutorial I used to learn how to wrap it. *hot dog style means length-wise, the long way. Did your elementary school teacher teach you this? Hot dog style and hamburger style?

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Today I'm sharing the insanely gorgeous nautical themed shower that our friends and family threw us. From the lovely party decor to the del...

It's been a while since I've shared pictures of all the custom burlap and lace wedding bouquets I've been making this spring, so I thought I would share some today. Burlap bouquets are available in about 44 colors of burlap (new colors added upon request and availability) and can include customization including lace color, pearls, brooches, feathers, lace flowers, sunflowers, wheat, shotgun shells, etc. Navy has been the most popular wedding color so far this year, followed by turquoise, although there have been some new color combinations lately. Coral, jade (light turquoise), tan, and white bridal bouquet with pearls Jade (aqua / light turquoise), tan, chocolate brown, and white burlap bridal bouquet Jade (aqua / light turquoise), tan, chocolate brown, and white small burlap bridesmaid bouquets Burlap boutonnieres with turquoise ribbon and jute twine Turquoise burlap and lace bridal bouquet Burlap and lace streamers were added to this rustic, vintage bridal bouquet. Navy, tan, and white burlap bridal bouquet with white lace navy burlap boutonnieres Patriotic red, white, and navy blue burlap bridal bouquet (small size bouquet used as bridal bouquet) . I'm proud to say that my bouquets are Made in America and appreciate all those who support small businesses that are Hand Made in USA! A medium and small size denim, burlap and lace bouquets. Denim and burlap roses and vintage lace flowers create these bouquets. Vintage lace flowers, denim, and burlap roses Custom wedding package - Navy burlap bridal bouquet, bridesmaids bouquets with tan and white burlap roses, white tulle flowers (Tulle cut from a vintage wedding dress) and lace, navy burlap boutonnieres. Burlap centerpieces in navy, grey, tan, and white - the bride to be is going to place the bouquets in her own containers. Marbles or stones can help anchor the bouquets in Mason jars, vases, or other containers. A new color and style combination with navy, burnt orange, white, and tan burlap roses, white lace, bleached white peacock feathers, and vintage brooches. Another new color combo for this keepsake bridal bouquet - wine, royal blue, blush pink, and white burlap flowers, white lace, and rhinestones and pearls. I believe this bride is allergic to fresh flowers, so that is why they chose the fabric flowers instead. Medium size bridesmaid bouquets in royal blue, wine, blush pink, and white. Royal blue, tan, white, and chocolate brown burlap roses and ivory lace bridal bouquet. Custom wedding flowers with neutral colored bridal bouquet, coral and white burlap boutonnieres, and individual roses for decorating. Smaller size burlap bouts are available for children in the wedding party, jr groomsmen, ring bearers, etc. Coral burlap toss bouquet (this size also used for flower girls). As a bonus tip - display this bouquet in a vase, mason jar, or other pretty container on your registry table for the wedding, just don't forget to take it to your reception to toss to the next bride to be. This way, you get dual use out of a bouquet. Medium size burlap bouquet with coral, tan, white, and chocolate brown burlap roses, white, lace and coral tulle, with pearl accents. A camo burlap bridal bouquet (extra large and NO lace) with sage green, tan, brown, oyster (cream) and camouflage burlap roses. Shotgun shell boutonnieres with a camo burlap rose, feathers, wheat, and raffia for the rustic, outdoors style groom / groomsmen. Hunting themed wedding flowers - rustic bridal bouquet in camo, orange, tan, and chocolate brown burlap roses, with lace and pearls for a feminine touch. Custom wedding package with camo bridal and bridesmaid bokays, shotgun shell boutonnieres, wristlet and pin on corsages and a Texas size hairbow Many times the mothers of the bride and groom get neutral colored wristlet corsages. These come on a pearl style bracelet / wrist band and have roses, tulle, lace, pearls, and a bow. Often times the mothers dresses either do not match the wedding party or they haven't found a dress for the wedding, when they order the flowers. (That was the case with this corsage, with just a few weeks till wedding time.) Sunflowers and burlap roses! Over the years, this has been a popular bouquet, although the original version had some wispy grass in it, which I can no longer get (I've looked for 2+ years). When this bride to be inquired about the bouquet and I told her I could do something similar without the grass, she replied "what about using dried wheat instead?" And we both love how it turned out! So going forward this bouquet can have dried wheat or wispy feathers in it, along with the burlap roses, sunflowers, pheasant feathers, lace, pearls, pussy willow branches, and assorted foliage. It is definitely a favorite choice and perfect for summer and fall weddings! Bridesmaid bouquets with a single sunflower surrounded by burlap roses, dried wheat, and lace. A side view shows the cascading foliage and all the textures of this sunflower and burlap bouquet. Rustic, country boutonnieres with mini sunflowers, babies breath and twine. Custom wedding order - bridal and toss bouquet with sunflowers, coral, tan, and brown burlap roses, bridesmaid bouquets to match (without coral roses, since they are wearing coral dresses) and mini sunflower bouts for the guys in the wedding party. A special thank you to everyone who allows me to create bouquets for your wedding! I truly appreciate each and everyone of you and I'm looking forward to helping others create their dream wedding! Please email or message me on etsy to discuss your wedding ideas. Custom orders and your ideas are always welcome and I do ship world wide.

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