Learn how to make a swoon-worthy DIY teepee

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How to make a DIY Teepee

Materials

3 Wooden Dowels (I used 5/8 x 48 inches)

1 1/2 yards of lace

Garland with greenery and flowers

Twine

Safety Pins

I researched online the various ways people have constructed DIYteepee’s. You can use tulle, lace, individual flowers and greenery, cloth, PVC pipe, pom poms, etc. I chose wooden dowels, lace, and garland to make it simple and chic.

The dowel rods came from Amazon and went to JoAnn Fabrics for the lace. I found this particular fabric on sale in the wedding section. Don’t shy away about asking the folks cutting fabric for help. If you aren’t a regular sewer, aisles of fabric can be quite overwhelming. With help, it was the perfect fit.

The garland was available at Michaels in fall. I just loved the pink flowers and soft green leaves. Michaels has a large variety of faux flowers.

Instructions:

1.Tie the three rods together with twine in a pyramid shape. I used rubber bands at the very top to secure it a little better.

2. Unfold the lace and drape it over the dowels. Some of the instructions I read told you to cut a hole in the lace to drape over. I wanted to have the opportunity to reuse the fabric so I did not cut a hole

3. Secure the lace over the dowels with safety pins, tucking the lace around the dowels and pinning discretely

4. There are many ways to decorate your teepee but I found that it was easiest to purchase a single garland and drape in the front of the teepee. I secured the garland with small safety pins. Fabric wire would work just as well.

5. I didn’t like seeing the wooden dowel in the inner back so I took a couple of safety pins and wrapped the lace around and pinned in the back. You’re done!

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