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Birds In Branches

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I have been trying to figure out what to put atop a large closet. It’s a textured wall, so options were limited.
My inspiration came from this runner on my dining room table, and lots of empty toilet paper rolls people have been saving for me!

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All you need for this project is some toilet paper rolls, 3 paper towel rolls, white glue and paint if you want.

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I flattened the toilet paper and paper rolls first. It’s easier to cut them this way, and you can be more consistent. For the branches I used the paper towel roll because they are longer. I cut down the center of the roll. Then cut 1/4″ strips for the branches. To make the birds, I did the same with a couple toilet paper rolls.

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birds in branches, crafts, how to, repurposing upcycling

I then drew a pic of a bird, then I traced it on the paper towel roll. The paper towel roll is wider than toilet paper. After I made the bird shape, I added more to where the wing would be, to make it a little dimensional.

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To make the leaves, you use some toilet paper rolls. Flatten a bit and make small cuts, forming the leaves. Glue leaves together with white glue, then use a paper clip or clothespins to hold till dry.
Hang with tiny clear pushpins, double sided tape, or glue on white paper or on rustic wood pieces.

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What’s so nice about this is…..it’s free. Except for the white glue and paint I already had. To make the bird more 3D, I added a layer of same paper towel roll to wings.

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This is the one bird before adding wings

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This is the other bird before adding wings

Published by kelleysdiy

I love creating new ideas. And now that I am happily retired, I have lots more time to create them! Whether its crafts for decorating my home, or up cycling items I find at garage sales, thrift stores, and even on the curb, and turning them into something wonderful. The creative juices flowing in my head are almost always in overdrive....so many ideas! I love sharing my new ideas with all of you! So please follow me and let me know how I'm doing! I hope I can inspire you.....and if I do....send me a pic. I would love to see your creation.

31 thoughts on “Birds In Branches”

      7. Well I preach on Sundays, so my day is pretty packed. By Saturday all of the things I need to do for Sunday are done. This past Saturday, we went to the pool and then a graduation party. But I also had some time to do stuff around the house. I also enjoy a nice bath, reading, exercising, or going somewhere new.

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      8. You look really good Benjamin! Does ICD stand for. I Can Do,? My middle son is so into fitness, and has started competing. I saw you in Jersey and thought of him.

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      9. Thanks! I got “I can do” from the piece of metal I have in my chest. I have an ICD (internal cardio-Verter defibrillator) due to my heart condition. I decided to turn a tough situation Into a positive one. So now ICD stands for “I Can Do.”

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      10. I tried to make comments on some of your posts…it doesn”t do anything. Perhaps it because I’m on phone. I just love your triumphs overcoming obstacles. Amazing what you can accomplish when you push yourself. Cakes!!! You must have a fantastic metabolism..😃

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