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Take Five {Five Minute Projects Day 3}

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Hi everyone! I have to say that I am a bit giddy as I will be heading out to Charleston, South Carolina tomorrow for a much needed four days of frolicking in the sun with good friends from college. Yahoo!!! Every two years, my college girlfriends and I pick a spot somewhere in the United States to reunite. So along with sharing more fun projects, I am also scurrying around to get everything ready to go. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Today we have three talented bloggers here to inspire you with quick and easy ideas! Let’s get to it!   Idea #2:  Faux Flower Canvas

Ten June

This next idea from the adorable and sassy Michelle of Ten June is one of my favorites. It is so striking and would look great in so many different rooms. Cut your circles into four different sizes. Place in a bag and squish to get a wrinkled effect! Then put a straight pin through the fabric and faux pearl! It’s as easy as that!   Thank you, Michelle, for this darling project. I can see this type of art looking great in a child’s room, nursery, guest room, or bathroom. You can really change the feel of it depending on the fabrics you use. And what a great piece of art to make from scrap pieces of fabric you have designed a room in. You can read her whole post here. And FYI . . she found these fabrics in the form of Tea Towels! So keep your eyes peeled . . . anything would work! Idea #2:  Summer Wreath Simply LKJ My sweet friend Lauren from Simply LKJ is always doing amazing things around her house to make it a home. She is such a dedicated mother to her wonderful children and I admire her so much. Here is a darling summer wreath she put together in just a few minutes! Supplies You Will Need: 2 grapevine wreaths (one smaller than the other) Seashells Jute twine Burlap (or ribbon) Glue gun 1.  Attach the two grapevine wreaths together, the smaller on top of the larger.  This makes the wreath appear fuller.  I used zip ties! 2.  Randomly glue your seashells around the grapevine wreaths once assembled. 3.  Add some jute twine, and finish with a burlap bow (or ribbon you have on hand). Thanks, Lauren. Such a great wreath for this time of year. Now all I need is a beach house to go with it! Idea #3:  Make Your Own Bird Feeder schue love And now it’s time to get messy! The talented Natasha from Shue Love is here today with a fantastic summer project. I can always count on Natasha for some amazingly yummy recipes as well. You can check out her blog right here. Take it away, Natasha! ……………………………………………………………………….

 Natasha from Schue Love here with a super easy DIY project that the whole family can enjoy!  This is a great project for the spring and summer, when all the birds are out and about…ready to eat!
It’s the Pine Cone Bird Feeder and it’s as easy as 1-2-3!  Ready?
First things first, you need the right supplies:
  • A good sized pine cone
  • Bird seed
  • Peanut Butter (the natural kind is the best with the natural oils)
  • Agave nectar or honey…to give it more “stickiness”
  • String to hang the feeder
Ok, now you’re ready to get started!
Step 1:
 After mixing the peanut butter and agave together {if so desired}, apply the peanut butter to the pine cone.  Make sure to get into all the crevices!
It should look something like this when finished.
Step 2:
 Add birdseed to pine cone…in a bowl preferably. Make sure to coat the pine cone and really pat it down.
End result should look like this!
Check out these seeds and nuts!
Step 3:
 Hang it outside for the birds to enjoy!!!
Thanks so much for having me today Courtney!!  I hope this inspired an easy DIY project!  🙂
xo natasha

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… And while I head to Charleston {where I am hoping to meet up with Chassity!!!! from Look Linger Love} The Take Five series will continue! Thursday and Friday are packed with super simple and fantastic projects. In case you missed any projects they can be found here: Take Five Day One Take Five Day Two

Comments

  3. hollyG says

    I really like the bird feeder too – it looks like a real treat for the birds! Have a great trip – I've always wanted to go to Charleston.

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  4. Britton says

    Love the flower canvas, what a neat idea! Enjoy Charleston, it is such a beautiful place! I only live 2 hours away, but don't get to go often! The shopping on King Street is well worth the walk!

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  7. Michaela says

    The flowers are adorable! So are the wreaths and bird feeder! I remember loving to make those with my grandma when I would visit her in Tahoe. Funny, cause that's where Natasha lives! (: Loving this series!

    Have a blast on your vacay! Tell Chassity I say hello (:

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  11. Simply LKJ says

    You are too sweet! I so enjoyed participating and seeing what everyone else has been up to. Love Michelle's canvas, and I so remember making bird feeders like that. Have wonderful time in Charleston…it is my favorite town.

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  18. The Starr Family says

    LOVE Charleston…. my family vacationed on Kiawah Island and we always drove up to Charleston for shopping & fun lunches 🙂 Enjoy, every mama deserves a freedom break!

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