Aren’t the changing seasons wonderful? I love that each season brings its own excitement!
Fall has always been my favorite. I love the color that it brings, the cooler temperatures and the anticipation of family gatherings!
Before I show you the cutest little craft you’ve ever seen, I want to share with you a bit of wisdom from my husband: ‘The problem wasn’t the apple on the tree… it was the pair under it‘! (Isn’t he funny?!?)
This twine pear certainly isn’t original with me, but I do love it! Any time I can take some ordinary household items and turn them into something that looks as good as these, well… I’m all over it!
You’ll need a few simple items:
- Light bulb (s)
- Twine
- Glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
- Stick or twig for stem
Begin with a dot of glue on the end of the fattest part of the light bulb. Stick on end of your twine to the hot glue.
After it cools and is ‘set’, begin to spiral, first the glue, and then winding the twine around in concentric circles until the light bulb is covered. When you reach the top of the pear, put a dollop of glue on the tip of the light bulb and attach the ‘stem’. Cut the twine and finish wrapping it, tucking it in beside the stem.
So easy. So impressive!!
Enjoy! I will be bringing the vignette that the pears are in soon! In the meantime, here is a pinnable image for you:
… And don’t forget to come along with us for A Festival of Fall! Each day this week 5 blogs will bring their best in the way of crafts, recipes, DIY, and decor… plus- we have 5 home tours scheduled for Friday! See you there!!
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This is just the cutest idea… and a light bulb! Who knew! Thanks so much for helping put together a WONDERFUL tour! I’m so happy to be a part of it!!!!
Can’t wait to see your Home Tour, my friend!! Thanks for participating! 🙂
This is so creative! It’s definitely a great way to reuse old lightbulbs and looks so cute!
That is so clever! I was wondering how you got that shape. You are a smart cookie.
Thanks for sharing at the Say G’day Linky Party.
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
It seems simple enough that I might be able to do it without messing it up ( since I am not very crafty). It is clever & cute! I think I will try it. Thanks for the inspiration.
Best,
Michelle at simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com. (Come visit my blog any time!)
What a cute idea! Pinned. Lou Lou Girls
I love that this project recycles something that might have otherwise been thrown out. Awesome! Thanks for the inspiration.
What a cute idea!
This seems easy to do.
Thank you for sharing.
I recently scored a big assortment of thread yarn at a yard sale. Too much yarn! I am going to do this for sure. In fact, I’m going to start tonight. How pretty as a centerpiece with different shades of fall colors. Thank you for the idea.
I love your pear! Perfect for fall. Now if only one of my lightbulbs could hurry and burn out so I can make me now 🙂
What a great way to use a light bulb. I love that pear! Pinning and following you there. I’m glad I came upon your blog. 🙂
love this! I think I need to make some this weekend!
Thank you for sharing this fabulous DIY project with us Sondra! I’m delighted to feature you at this week’s Inspire Me Monday party #198 at Create With Joy! 🙂
Look forward to seeing you at this week’s party!