Making a simple book page bird garland is another fun craft that’s keeping me busy the last few weeks. I’m excited to say I’m painting with watercolors again, and wow I really miss it. Even if I can only paint for short periods, I need projects like this one to relax and let my mind drift.
Are you like that? The creative side of your brain is tapping you on the shoulder saying, “hey give me something to do”. At times mine seems to be in overdrive, which is why I’m sharing more of what I’ve been up to lately.
Book Page Bird Garland
My bird garland is inspired by all the visitors we have in our back yard coming into the feeders. Song birds are very entertaining this time of year and we also have quite a few magnificent falcons. We saw one swoop down and get a lizard the other day. Poor gecko!
Anyway, since I’m on a roll again with the book page projects, I thought of making a bird garland. For similar ideas see my post How To Make Book Page Botanical Art and DIY Book Page Ghost Garland.
Supplies
- old book pages
- scissors
- pencil
- watercolors
- watercolor markers
- art brush
- cotton string or embroidery floss
- mini clothes pins
How To Make A Book Page Bird Garland
Trace a simple bird shape on a book page with a pencil. You might be able to get three or four per page, depending on the size of the bird and the book page.
Cut out all the bird shapes and start painting simple designs. Of course you can leave them plain as well.
I like having a variety of spring colors but you can see I like blue flowers best. Some of the doodles are made with a marker and larger areas such as the flowers are filled in by brush.
The last step is creating a garland by attaching the birds to a string or embroidery floss with mini clothes pins.
Do you have a favorite spot for seasonal or holiday decorating? I have three areas which include the mantel, the coat rack in the entry and this little chalkboard by the kitchen. The chalkboard is an easy spot to decorate and when I have room I can add a special quote.
I stumbled across one that you might like too. “The sound of birds stops the noise in my mind”, by Carly Simon.
For a festive touch I’m using blue and white pompom garlands for additional color and texture. I love the way it all came together with the book page bird garland and how it livens up this little space.
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Thank you for stopping by friend. I hope you are staying well!
Cheers!
©2020 Book Page Bird Garland first appeared on Thistle Key Lane.
This is enchanting, Michelle. And I do love it on the chalkboard. What a fun and clever idea. Maybe this is my next quaranproject!
Thank you, I have the best time decorating this little chalkboard!
This bird garland is so fabulous, Michelle! You always make the most creative garlands, I love them so much. We’ve had the best time watching the birds lately. I’m sure they’ve always been there but I love how they’ve all but given us an invitation to slow down and listen to their songs. Sending you hugs, CoCo
Thank you CoCo, slowing down to enjoy the little things is so important these days. Hugs!
I love simple projects like this one. You don’t even have to be an artist to make this sweet bird garland. Thank you for sharing a wonderful DIY project.
You are so right Carol, these cute little birds are so easy to make!
Hi Michelle,
Love this project! The birds are perfect.
Cindy
Thank you Cindy, they are so fun to make and I love garlands.
This is so pretty! I love, love, love it! I also love how you displayed it on the board with the quote and the other garlands! Thanks for sharing for Charming Homes & Gardens!
Thank you Kristin, those fun garlands have brightened up this side of the room.
So cute. Where did you find the other garlands that you used with the birds. Like the combination.
Great question Jean. Over the last few years I have purchased wool felt pom pom balls from various businesses on Etsy. Then I string the colors I want on embroidery thread with a large needle.
This is so cute! I love it with the pom pom and other garland.
Thank you so much!