Using packaging to create paper deer antlers for a free holiday decoration.
The more I see of deer, the more I admire them as mountaineers. They make their way into the heart of the roughest solitudes with smooth reserce of strength, through dense belts of brush and forest encumvered with fallen trees and boulder pies. across the canyons, roaring streas, and snow-fields, ever showing forth beauty and courage. – John Muir
There is no denying that deer antlers are H.O.T in holiday home decor.
You can’t pass by a store display, look at a catalog, go on Instagram, or browse Pinterest without seeing some.
You could go to the store and buy some but where is the fun in that?
Thought bubble…
Hmm…let’s find branches and wrap them in leftover packing paper to create our own.
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ANTLER SUPPLIES
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- Glue Gun
- Packing Paper
- Broken Branch (that looks like the shape of an antler )
- Scissors
ANTLER DIRECTIONS
NOW the process looked more like this…
- Went and looked for a couple of branches (no car required).
- Cut the packing paper in strips (around 1 in) and twist and wrap. Glue ends.
- Decided it looked pretty good and maybe some wrapping poinsettia flowers would be next.
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SCRAP WRAPPING PAPER POINSETTIA FLOWERS
If you want to make the poinsettia flowers, here are your supplies:
- Packing Paper
- Another Coordinating Paper (we used wrapping scraps…of course)
- Stem Wire
- Scissors
- Glue Gun
PAPER FLOWER DIRECTIONS
- Cut leaves in whatever size desired. No template needed.
- With a dap of glue, pinch the bottom of the leaf ends together around the wire. Go until your flower is complete; alternating between plain and printed paper.
- Wrap the stem in the packing paper. (Just like in the image above.)
Now you have antlers, and flowers, and décor oh my! All in the comforts of your own home (despite a minor run-in with the glue gun).
Add these to your rustic décor for a beautiful vignette. They would also be great in a wreath.
If you make these paper deer antlers, we would love to see how you used them in your décor.
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Love your project! Thanks for sharing!!!
Lindsay Eidahl recently posted…Buck & Doe Christmas Decor
Thanks Lindsay. It was pretty easy and cheap!
I love this idea, because I am having the hardest time find antlers or paper mache deer head. If I do find one it’s too much money. I love what you made.
Vanessa recently posted…Potterybarn Silhouette Reindeer Knockoff – “Home For Christmas” Hosted by Hometalk and Country Living
Thanks Vanessa! I am headed over to see yours in just a minute!!!
Great idea! I am trying to scale down what I buy for the holidays so this is perfect for me! And no coupon necessary! 😉
Kim recently posted…Merry Christmas Gift Bag Sign
Exactly, no coupon necessary 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!!!!
Deborah! I love this idea. Perfect for our area and home!
Jeanette, Yes, it would be lovely in your gorgeous home! Thanks for stopping by!!!!
Love your reason for DIY-ing. Just add hauling little kids with you and that’s my life! Visiting from Waste Not Wednesday party.
Thanks for the link up Jody. I tried to leave a comment but has some tech issue on my end!