DIY Froggie Runner for Passover

Working in this cute little froggy table runner for a Seder event this weekend. This is a fun craft to do with little ones on just kraft paper or newspaper and they can color or paint the frogs themselves. For a sleeker look you can also just use green paper like we did here...

This is made from a snowflake template I found online and then adapted into a runner by connecting all the pieces. First start with a square. I just used regular 8.5 x 11 paper to make my template, so my square was 8.5"x8.5". Once you have your square sheet of green paper (and you'll need like 20 or so squares to make a runner) fold in half.

It should look like this

fold in half again (in the opposite direction) to get a little square.

then fold from corner to corner and you'll get a little triangle.

Once you've folded all your triangles, you can draw your frog onto each of the pieces.

you should have a bunch of little squares that look like this! Go ahead and cut out the frog shape on each.

unfold to reveal a little froggie grouping of 4. Tape or glue the feet of each section to the next to create a runner. I made a runner two sections wide by about 10 sections long. Enjoy!!!

here's an adapted template from Secret Agent Josephine. Her template didn't work so we sort of made our own... have fun!!!

Succulents

Succulents are one of our favorite floral elements. They are a great way to add hearty geometric shapes to a centerpiece or arrangement. They come in such a variety of colors and look great paired with almost any florals. Whether the look is delicate and feminine, bright or bold, they add dimension and texture unlike any other botanical. Here are some of our favorite ways to use succulents...

We love to use vintage silver goblets, compote dishes, milk glass vessels and other thrifted finds to create collections of succulents for a centerpiece, mantel arrangement, escort card arrangement or other vignette.

We love this succulent table runner! So earthy and luscious and a wonderful way to bring color and texture to a table top without obscuring your guests view...

Love the juxtaposition of the succulent shapes with feminine wisps of feathers and delicate blush roses.

Vertical gardens are all the rage in home DIY. Check out Sunset's how to, or our favorite local nursery, Flora Grubb for great tips, supplies and inspiration!

Decorative Bottles with Knob Bottle Toppers (how-to)

For the Inspiration to Reality photo shoot we created a Scotch Bar with a personal touch. Bottles were wrapped with twine or French striped ribbon to coordinate with the overall color palette of black and white. Knob toppers had a graphic element to them and were selected for their unique patterns and icons. Another special detail, the word “groom” written on one of the bottles, was added to designate the man’s drink of choice for the evening.

These bottle toppers could be custom tailored for all kinds of events and collected in an assortment of styles and colors. There is such a large selection of knobs on the market and the flea market is a great place to find these treasures.

Items needed:

Ribbons, twine or yarn (collect an assortment of ribbons or yarn that work well with your overall theme/color palette. Textures, patterns, stripes, dots…they are all fun to combine).

Scissors

Glue gun with glue stick or fabric glue

Bottles (these could all be the same style or an assortment of shapes/styles/colors)

Corks (make sure that the corks fit the bottle openings, you can always cut the corks down in size if needed)

Knobs (these could be all the same style or an assortment of shapes/styles/colors)

Step 1:

Select the assortment of ribbons/yarn/twine that you would like to wrap around the bottles. Place a dot of either hot glue or craft glue on one end of the ribbon. Secure ribbon to the bottle exactly where you would like it to be displayed. It can be fun to have a row of bottles with the ribbon displayed at exactly the same height for a more tailored look or positioned at a variety of heights for a more eclectic feel. 

Step 2:

Pull the ribbon taut and wrap completely around the bottle. Fold the ribbon for a finished edge and secure with another dot of hot glue or craft glue.

Step 3:

Select the assortment of knobs that you would like to use as the toppers. If you are going to write words on any of them, use a permanent sharpie pen and add before going on to the next step.

Step 4:

Holding the knob in one hand, screw it into the cork stopper. If you’d like, secure the knob to the cork with a dot of glue. If the screw is longer than the cork, you can shorten the screw with a small hacksaw.

Step 5:

Fill the bottles with your favorite beverage, candy, notes, etc., and add the knob topper.

Step 6:

Pick the perfect spot to display your bottles. Enjoy!!!

Featured on Martha Stewart: How-to Create Yarn Heart

We're so excited to have a follow up article featured on Martha Stewart. They wanted us to share with them how to make the yarn heart we created for Jean & Devin's wedding. 

learn how to make this heart...