09 Aug DIY Watermelon Placemat Bouquet

Ready for a quick and easy craft that’ll wow your party guests this summer? 

This DIY Watermelon Placemat Bouquet is the perfect DIY decor for any sunny get-together you host for your dog-lovin’ friends and family! Great to hang on your door to welcome guests or use as a festive table centerpiece. Definitely a refreshing splash of summer wherever you place it! 🍉

All you need is a watermelon placemat from Hobby Lobby and then take a quick trip to Dollar Tree for some wood beads, floral foam and a handful of silk flowers. Add a sprinkling of doggie ribbon into the mix, and you’ve got yourself a nice summer look for the porch, patio or picnic table – and a fun way to celebrate our furry best friends!

You’ll need…

• 15 inch round watermelon placemat
• Floral foam
• Artificial flowers in red, pink and white
• Red and white paw print ribbon
• Wood beads
• Jute twine
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Scissors

1. Glue a small piece of floral foam (roughly 4 x 2 inches) in the center of your placemat.
2. String 10-12 wood beads onto some jute twine and glue to one edge of the placemat for a hanger.
3. Fold the placemat in half toward the hanger and glue the ends together near the top. (You should now have something that looks like a watermelon purse shape.)
4.  Poke a mix of red, pink and white flowers into the floral foam, creating a bouquet in each opening.
5. Tuck a few “tails” or bows of doggie ribbon into the flowers. Hang and enjoy!

It turns out so pretty! This would be perfect for a watermelon-themed party, like a summer birthday party, baby shower or bridal shower, too. Such a delightful way to add a little handmade sweetness that can help you celebrate life’s special moments!

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