DIY Burlap Purple Coneflowers

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I love seeing purple coneflowers in the garden and thought about using them in place of sunflowers in décor. To my surprise, I really couldn't find much of anything so far as using purple coneflowers around the house or in crafting. Why is that? It's such an unusual shaped flower well respected among gardeners and scientist, alike.
At the top of the stem is a single large coppery brown cone which is quite impressive. It is surrounded by droopy petals, in shades ranging from lavender, pink and purple. It's medicinal powers are both ancient and modern.


Can you understand why I was inspired to craft a few burlap coneflowers of my own? For a complete tutorial visit: http://plumperfectandme.blogspot.com/2014/08/diy-burlap-purple-coneflowers.html
Draw flowers on the stiff burlap.
Cutout and glue two together.
Paint half styro balls for cones and glue on.
Use cup to droop flower petals.
Add old stems & petals to complete look.
Haven't decided how to use them . . . maybe in a wreath or centerpiece.
Gail@Purple Hues and Me
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