My favourite kind of crafts has two key elements. One, they are free or almost free as they use stuff you already have or involve recycling. Secondly, they are sweet and simple. Well, I can safely say that these gorgeous rustic stars tick both these boxes.
I tend to associate stars with Christmas and these rustic stars would make a lovely addition to my Christmas decorations.
However, as they are not in the traditional colours you think of with Christmas decorations they wouldn’t look out of place other times of the year.
You can simply hang them on the walls, the mantle, or even make a big one to have as a wreath on the door.
The rustic denim and burlap look of these stars means that they would go great with the farmhouse, industrial or neutral decor. I think upcycled denim can easily be repurposed into some cool wall hangings such as with my denim feather wall decor.
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What You Need to Make Upcycled Denim Rustic Stars
- Galvanized steel wire about the same thickness as wire coat hangers.
- Wire cutters/pliers
- Mod Podge
- Nails, hammer, and a large piece of scrap wood
- Printed five-pointed star template – Just do a google search and print one to the size you would like your rustic stars to be
- Denim scraps from old jeans.
- Burlap scraps
How To Make The Stars
1.. First, make a wireframe for the stars. To do this, simply place the five-star template on top of a scrap piece of wood, (I used an old cabinet door).
Then hammer in a nail at every point and indentation of the star (10 nails).
2. Next, wrap the galvanized wire around each nail to form a star shape. Secure the wire with a twist at the end, using the pliers and cut off the end.
3. Next cut the denim scraps and burlap into long strips. The strips can be as long as you can make them but they need to be about 2cm (nearly an 1″).
The legs of old jeans work well for getting long strips of denim. You can make the stars in just one shade of indigo by using the denim from the same pair of jeans. For a striped look use the denim from jeans in different shades of indigo.
You can cut or tear the jeans into strips, don’t worry about frayed edges they just add to the overall look.
4. Next, simply wrap the strips of fabric around the wireframe securing with Mod Podge as you go.
How many layers of fabric you use depends on how thick you would like your stars. I used 2 layers of fabric for my rustic stars.
When you have finished wrapping the fabric hold the final strip in place with a pin whilst the glue dry’s.
I love the combination of the burlap and denim with these star decorations. I think they look great hanging up together from a branch. For a more festive look you could use scrap fabric in more traditional Christmas colours.
The upcycled star decorations can easily be made in any size you like. All you need to do is use a different star template in the size that you want. I’ve also made an upcycled denim heart wreath in a similar way to these stars.
If you like these denim stars then you should check out these patchwork quilted star decorations.
One of my favourite things is to decorate my home at Christmas with upcycled ornaments. Along with these rustic stars I have made lots of other upcycled denim Christmas decorations that you might want to check some of them out.
If stars are your thing don’t forget to check out these fun printable 3D map stars decoration, which is great fun to make. Also, these upcycled wallpaper hanging stars.
Sweater Upcycled Christmas Ornaments
Upcycled Sweater Felt Ornaments
Upcycled Christmas Shuttlecock Angels
For more star-themed crafts visit allfreeholidaycrafts.com.
Julie
These are so sweet, I hate putting clothes on wire coat hangers so if we get them from the dry cleaners I’m always looking for ways to discreetly remove them from the wardrobe and use them for an essential craft project!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, metal coat hangers would be great for this craft and also for making a heart version.
Jamie
These are so cool. I have a ton of old jeans that I need to get rid of. This is the perfect project. Thanks for sharing on More the Merrier Monday link party!!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you and thanks for hosting.
Kate
I love your stars! I really appreciated learning how to make the star shape.
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, you can make any shape using that method.
Florence @ Vintage Southern Picks
Claire, appreciate the tutorial on these stars! Looks easy enough that I could do it, or maybe you just make it look easy! Love the look of the starts hanging from the branch! And I bet it would work with other fabrics too. So cute!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, Florence. They would look great with other fabric scraps, perhaps red for a more traditional festive look.
Lins @ Boo & Maddie
These are so so pretty, I love how simple they are and they’re the perfect homely decoration for this time of year. Thank you for linking up to HomeEtc X
Claire Armstrong
Thank you so much, Lins, I do love simple decorations.
MEDINA GRILLO
Simple but yet so effective. These are some really cute xmas decor!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, Medina. I do like simple crafts.
Jenny @Seasonsincolour
Excellent DIY that can be repeated with children, and I agree that you can use these throughout the year as bedroom decor!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, Jenny. I’d love to get my kids involved in Christmas crafting but as they are big strapping lads now I don’t think there will be much chance of that.
Juan Sandiego
Unusual Christmas decorations are the way forward. I like the fact that you’re not using traditional colours such as green or red. The colour palette with denim and burlap looks great!
Claire Armstrong
Thanks, I love Christmas crafting in different colours not just the traditional red and green.
Donna
So cute! Might have to try with the kids for Christmas…
Claire Armstrong
Thanks, they are simple enough for kids to do.
Jaime
I love these! I always get into a crafting mood around Fall/Christmas-time, so I think I might have a few friends over and give these a go – I love that they could be used as a year-round wall decoration too!
xo Jaime
Angloyankophile
Claire Armstrong
Thank you Jamie.
Michelle
Awesome!!!!1 Your stars are beautiful Claire. Forget Christmas they would stay up all year in our house.
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, Michelle. I’ve got a sneaky feeling they’ll stay up long after Christmas in my home.
Cecilia
Love these, Claire! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
Claire Armstrong
Thank you so much!
Barbara
Great idea. I like that you can make them any size and use up your scraps. Thank you for sharing. I am pinning this idea.
Claire Armstrong
Thank you Barbara and thanks for the share.
Pam @Threading My Way
Awesome way to use up the last small scraps left over from jeans. They make for a lovely ornament hanging from the small branch.
Claire Armstrong
Thank you Pam. I’m always looking for new ways t use up my denim scrap
Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled
Very neat, as usual, Claire! Perfect for the upcoming holiday season. Visiting from Grandma’s House.
Claire Armstrong
Thank you Victoria.
Leoma
So pretty and such a good idea! I am going to have a go at this…x
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, they are really simple and quick to make.
Jodie
These turned out great – love the piece of wood they are hanging from…I hope you come share at Reader Tip Tuesday: http://www.jodiefitz.com/2017/10/17/reader-tip-tuesday-weeks-craft-recipe-party-8/
We’re open & growing all week…
Claire Armstrong
Thank you and thanks for the invite.
Wendy Robbins
Love your cute stars! We must be thinking alike, because I’m currently working on some Christmas macrame stars! lol
Claire Armstrong
Thank you, Wendy. I’m looking forward to seeing your Macrame stars.