Book Page Butterfly Garland

This has been a week of spring inspiration. I've seen so many beautiful projects out in blogland, I just can't help but get into too. After making the 3D Heart Banner last month, I knew I wanted to make another with a more spring feel to it. Enter the Book Page Butterfly Garland.

Here's what you'll need to make one for yourself: old book pages, jute, glue gun and a butterfly template.

First, find a book you don't mind ripping apart. I have to admit that I felt a bit naughty tearing up a book, even if it was one that I bought at a garage sale. I intended to read it, but couldn't seem to get into it. So, it has sat on a bookshelf for a couple of years just waiting. I'm so glad it is being used now, even if it's not for literary purposes.

Next, fold your book pages in half and trace the butterfly template on each page with your most stickered-up pencil ;-). I was able to get 2 butterflies per page.

Cut the design out and unfold to reveal your butterfly.

Make lots of paper butterflies.

Cut a length of jute 5-6 feet long and begin adhering the butterflies in random directions to the jute with drops of hot glue.

Fill in where necessary to achieve the look you want.

Finally, find the perfect place to display it! I tried hanging it in a few places, but I think I've settled on the mantel (see the first picture). I'm still working on my spring decorations and have even changed up the mantel, which totally goes against my "set it and forget it" decorating style. I'm excited to show you how it turns out, once I finish tweaking a bit more. So, is the forecast of an early spring getting you in the mood to freshen up your decor? Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope you'll visit again to see how all the spring decorations come together.

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