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Fabric-Wrapped Centerpiece From "DIY Crafts" episode DIC-248

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The soft colors and textures of this centerpiece make it ideal for baby showers. With a few changes, it would work just as well for a bridal luncheon or an anniversary celebration. Figure A

Want to create a special centerpiece without a great investment of time and money? Craft expert Dohki Mirmirani offers a fresh approach that won't break the bank.

Materials:

8" round or square wood or firm cardboard box (without a lid)
1 yard fabric
Scissors
Glue gun
Stapler with staples
Ribbon or tulle
6" potted plant

1. Measure the box and cut fabric to fit over the outside. Leave enough at top edge (at least 1-1/2") to tuck inside the box.

2. Apply a few dots of hot glue to bottom edge of box surface and begin tightly wrapping the fabric around the box.

3. Staple the fabric to inside box at top to secure (figure A).

4. Insert a potted plant or a container of live or silk flowers inside the box. Tie tulle or ribbon a few inches from top to create a polished presentation.

RESOURCES :
Gail Brown's All-New Instant Interiors: Decorate With Fabric Fast
Model: 0932086330
Author: Gail Brown and Bobbie Keeney
January 1993
Open Chain Publishing

Scrap Crafts Year 'Round: More than 70 Projects to Make with Less than a Yard of Fabric
Model: 0806981679
Author: Chris Rankin

Scrap Basket Crafts: Over 50 Quick and Easy Projects to Make from Fabric Scraps
Model: 0875969690
Author: Nancy Reames

Making Romantic Fabric-Covered Boxes
Model: 0806999969
Author: Mary Jo Hiney

GUESTS :

Dohki Mirmirani
13826 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Phone: 818-986-0333
Owner, Jasmine Blue