It's a super cute gift to give and get: a fabric garland that you can then pull out every birthday. Or even more fun: which you leave hanging in the room or garden (almost) all year round. How cosy! Our DIY expert Melanie shows you how to make your own zero waste garlands super-easy from leftover fabrics.
Zero waste garlands from residues
It is cool to see that fabric garlands have increasingly become a regular item in interiors. A fabric garland that you can keep with you for life is not only much more durable than a disposable one, it is also super cosy in your living room, garden, children's room or anywhere else. Nope, a garland has long since ceased to be just a party item. It's here to stay! And that makes us very happy!
DIY: making zero waste garlands from leftovers
Tools
- fabric/lace scraps
- scissors
- rope or cord
Instructions
- Cut the fabric into strips, I cut strips about 5 cm x 45 cm.
- It works easiest if you can stretch your rope where you are going to tie the strips, somewhere between. For example, between two chairs.
- Attach the strips to the rope with a loop. To do this, fold the strip in half, hold the loop behind the rope and then pass the two ends, in front of the rope, through the loop (lark's head or frivolité knot).
- Attach all your strips to the rope like this. If you want a full garland, knot the strips close together.
Making your own garland is easier than you think, check it out!
Tips for awesome garlands
- Find fabrics at the thrift store! Check out bedding too. Sheets, tablecloths and pillowcases are also great, by the way, as are lace curtains or a mosquito net!
- Use cheerful fabrics with bright colours or fabrics in a similar shade for a calm garland.
- Making a zero waste garland is also a super fun activity to do with the kids.
More DIY tips from thegreenlist.nl
- Do you have any old T-shirts lying around? Make one DIY pendant of!
- Could you also use some space in your kitchen? Then take a look here this DIY tip to store your pans.
- You can also make cleaning products yourself. How about this zero waste recipe to make your own laundry detergent?
Photo credtis: Melanie de Oliveira.
