I saw this thankful tree on Pinterest and immediately wanted to create my own version. I collected some branches from our yard and repurposed the gold twigs from my Halloween tablescape. I cut out leaf shapes from various color card stock.
I started our tree at the beginning of November. Every evening before dinner we write down what we are thankful for and hang new leaves on the tree. This project did not cost any money since I already had the card stock.
The wreath of golden leave was also an inexpensive project that I was able to create without buying any additional supplies. I followed this easy tutorial found at Aprons & Ambitions. Instead of using brown paper bags, I used packaging paper. I cut out the leaves freehand because I didn't feel like messing with a stencil.
I like taking time to think about everything I have to be thankful for. I also appreciate my projects more when they cost very little money.
I'm thankful for being able to borrow my sisters iPad....aaaand I'm still thankful for indoor plumbing.
ReplyDeleteVisiting via Amaze Me Monday.... I love the thankful 'tree'. I've been wanting to do something similar with my kids but hadn't come up with anything yet. I might just have to copy yours.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! I was researching my curtain dying project on www.ritdye.com and I saw a similar project for a leaf wreath using dyed newspaper. The colors mixed with the letters made for interesting textures.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!! Love projects that make us stop and think!! Win win when they are pretty too! Your wreath of golden leaves looks awesome!!
ReplyDeleteThis is super creative and cuuute..I love it.. Very inspirational blog you have here.. So much creativity.. Officially following ya with smiles.. I'm Marilyn and will love for you to stop in sometime.. I have a Pin'Inspirational party happening right now I'd LOVE for you to link this to please..? TY so much.. Wishing you a great start to your weekend.. http://theartsygirlconnection.blogspot.com/2011/11/pininspirational-thursday.html
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful and such a creative way to remember all the wonderful reason we all have to be thankful for! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThis is a really cool idea!! I love the gold pumpkins too!! I'm a new follower, your blog is great!
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