Those little pieces left over from your weaving projects deserve a chance to shine! A scrap flower is a playful way to turn leftover reed into something cheerful and decorative. Mix colors, use what you have on hand, and enjoy making a flower with its own personality.
Supplies
Materials
Tools
- Basket shears
- Spoke weight
- Titebond Instant Bond adhesive
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- 2" metal clamps
- Spray bottle of water
- Water tub
- Towel
Cut list
Large Flower: 8-inch long pieces from 1/2" flat reed.
Medium Flower: 6-inch long pieces from 1/4" flat reed.
Small Flower: 4-inch long pieces from 1/4" flat reed.
Video Tutorial
Scrap Flower Ornament Video Tutorial
Dyeing Your Own Reed
Learn to dye your own colors of reed with Rit dyes.
Find Rit dye color formulas on their site, or use it straight out of the bottle to get the labeled color.
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