Last summer I grew cotton in my community garden plot. Just three plants, but they provided enough cotton bolls for me to use in making this wreath. I dried the cotton over the winter time--laying the cut branches flat on an old window screen in my unheated sunroom.
This wreath retails for $50+ for faux cotton and $100 for the real thing. Not including labor and tools, the cost of this project was well under $10. I am quite pleased with the results.
Materials:
Cotton bolls (grow your own or buy stems)
Steps:
- Group sets of 3 cotton bolls together and wire them close to their base. Leaving a small length of stem on them (about 3 inches.)
- Arrange the sets of 3 on the wreath frame. Using more of the floral wire to secure them well.
- Once you have filled in the frame. Hold it up and turn it over and give it a good shake. Secure any cotton that may come loose.
- Cut a length of wire to make a hanging loop, if desired.
- Optional, add a ribbon or other decorative touches.
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