Monogram Silk Flowers

Written by Cathie Filian and

Steve Piaceza from the DIY Network.

Here is a reprint with permission. I found this excellent craft idea for weddings, games, or something unusual to add to a book - floral monograms. These can be put on the front door, a baby's nursery, a bridal head table, a shower gift decoration. Send flowers without worry with this delightful craft. The project can be customized to fit any decor or color scheme.

The best flowers are hydrangea petals. They are great for summer, and if you want to make a fall or winter project, just add darker colors and ribbons.

Cathy made the first one as a gift for her mother-in-law's birthday, and hung it on the front door.

Supplies

6-inch wood letter of choice

White craft paint

Paintbrush

Floral print scrapbook paper

Glue stick

Hot glue

Tacky glue

1 large silk hydrangea 1/4-inch decorative ribbon

(enough to go around the letter, plus 10 inches)

Small rhinestones

Ultra fine glitter

Steps

1. Paint the entire plaque with white craft paint and allow to dry.

2. Lightly trace the letter onto the scrapbook paper. Cut out, and use the glue stick to attach the paper to the front of the letter. Use your fingers to press out any air bubbles.

3. Cut 10 inches off the decorative ribbon to use as a hanger. Turn the letter over and attach the ribbon hanger by forming a “U” shape with the ribbon and hot gluing the ends to the back of the letter about 2 inches from the top.

4. Attach the remaining ribbon around the outer edge of the letter, using the hot glue gun.

5. Pull the petals off the silk flower. Use hot glue to attach the petals to the front of the letter. (You can glue them in a random pattern or a design of your choice) Use a drop of glue and add a few sprinkles of ultra fine glitter to the center of the petals or add rhinestones for decorative effect.

This was just too good to pass up. My ten year old is having a party in three weeks. I am going to let the children do this craft.