BURSTING with Burlap! 14 Ideas
October 20, 2011 by Bobbi
Okay, who KNEW you could get so creative with potato sacks? I Share has been BURSTING with BURLAP! It is not just for potato sack races anymore 
I am here to share just 14 of the burlap projects that caught my eye – but there are more! You must take some time to check out the rest on I Share Crafts. Promise? Okay, let’s start counting!
1. First, flowers. “Time To Experiment” some old rice sacks that had colorful inking already on them to create some gorgeous flowers! Oh, and you’ll want to see what else she made from the same bag. That’s one crafty gal!
Burlap Flowers2. Autumn is the perfect time to make one of these gathered table runners from The Polka-Dot Umbrella. You can customize it to match your own home decor with the fabric you choose. That’s what is so great about burlap…it matches everything!
3. The Scrap Shoppe created a super cute monogrammed piece of wall art with some burlap and an embroidery hoop. Cute!
4. I love the idea of using burlap as a backing on a frame, like this “Blessings Board” from “Life Of Bliss”. How cute would these be as an erasable menu board or chore chart? Easy!
5. This is just the first of some super cute burlap wreaths I found. “Craftaholics Anonymous” wrapped the burlap around the wreath, then made some sweet Fall flowers with dyed burlap. Perfect for Fall!
6. How simple is this? “Blessings of a Lifetime” created a chic piece of home decor by simple wrapping some burlap around a canvas and stamping on a gorgeous image with fabric paint.
7. Okay, wreath #2. “Gallamore West” created this rustic beach wreath and added some shells and other fun beach “stuff” to make this perfect for summer. I love wreaths in the summertime!
Beach Burlap Wreath8. Want your business cards to stand out? Why not back them with some…what else….BURLAP! Homework has the right idea with these
9. I have a slight “thing” for bags. Okay, I’m obsessed. Seriously. Is there a 12 step program for bag-a-holics? “Funkytime” created this gorgeous ‘coastal’ burlap tote that I would DIE for! Maybe she’ll make one for me?
10. Wear burlap? YES!!! And I don’t mean in a “paperbag princess” type way. “Brassy Apple” shares how to do these precious burlap rosettes. Wear them on a bracelet, in your hair, clipped on your shoes, or on a bag. LURVE it!
Burlap Bracelet11. Burlap is functional..and not just for holding potatoes. “A Little Tipsy” made this adorable earring holder using burlap and an embroidery hoop. Love that combination!
12. “Make It, Love It” knows that I can MAKE these burlap stockings and that I’ll most definitely LOVE them. I’m in love with these.
13. And wreath #3. “Tatortots and Jello” created a rosette wreath that could be customized for absolutely ANY occasion. Burlap is SO versatile.
14. This is so easy, I’m amazed I haven’t thought of it. “TidyMom” covered a corkboard with burlap to dress up a bulletin board. The great thing about burlap? You can stick holes in it and it won’t show! Smart!
Okay, so here is where I need some help. Where do YOU buy burlap? I’d love to get me some large pieces of it. I need to get creating! Isn’t IShare wonderful? Check out I Share Crafts for even more crafty inspiration, and while you’re at it…check out I Share Printables and I Share Fun Food, too!
Happy burlap-ing!
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Thank you so much for including my embroidery hoop wall art! I buy all of my burlap in the remnant sections of crafts stores. Hobby Lobby and Joann’s always have a lot. And Joann’s has the best deal since all of their remnants are half off!
Thanks for the tip Michele! Great List Bobbi!
I have bought my burlap at Joann’s Fabric. And I found more than 3 colors! I love to make decor and throw pillows out of the burlap I buy. I also hand paint words, names and phrases on them. I saw the idea on Samster Mommy (now known as Little Pink Monster). It is a great idea for homemade gifts, not to mention unique.
I work at a fabric store in Dallas, TX called Cutting Corners. We carry burlap in some really fun colors like red & yellow. You can order online at fabricresource.com
We got several burlap bags for FREE (I did need them for storing potatoes & onions!) at a local garden shop. However I had to call around about 6 other places first (didn’t have any – not even for sale!).
I also use it to cover cheap 5 gallon buckets from Home Depot that I’ve turned into planters. Buy a 5 gallon bucket for about $2.00, drill holes in the bottom and plant your tomatoes (or whatever else), then cover the bucket with burlap and tie it with twine or rope. Very rustic looking.
Oh my goodness – so glad to see that I am not the only one lovin’-me-some burlap! Such great ideas!
I can’t wait to make some of these projects this week. I may even take a day off work to get all my crafting done without kids interupting. Twine from the twinery would look great on these projects!
I am so glad The Twinery teamed up with you for this fabulous giveaway! I will return to this blog again and again!!! Thanks so much!!!
What great ideas! I have yet to do a project with burlap and yet I love burlap… not sure what I am waiting for. I especially adore those business cards and the corkboard. Brilliant!
Scanning through posts to find one to comment on for the ‘Say it Your Way Vinyl Package Giveaway’, and I found this one. I have been on a burlap kick lately, and LOVED all these new ideas. Thanks!!!
I love burlap – on my way to go pick some up. THanks for the great ideas!
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My husband has become good friends with the owner of his favorite coffee shop, so he is able to pick up for free the burlap bags that the coffee beans come in. Some are quite colorful and neat-looking in their own right.
http://burlapfabric.com/ this is who I ordered from for runners for my wedding. I bought a 14″ roll and just cut the lengths I needed. Shipping is high but I’ll have burlap for life! Makes it about $1/yd including shipping
Hi yah my hubby just came home with a large sheet of burlap with a pattern on it. I need ideas please. the pattern is of large pots and vases on it. all brown. It has makoti collection printed on it. any ideas?
If I what burlap to be VERY hard for a project what “glue” should I use??? Must dry clear. Mod Podge? Never worked with this before. Maybe you or some other very clever crafter can help a beginner. Thanks!
Hmmmm…that’s a good question! My guess would be a couple of coats of mod podge, maybe in a matte finish? Let me know how it turns out!