Instructions: Twine Star Decoration

Items Needed:

• 1 Pack of Wood Shims (10 pieces)
• Hot Glue Gun/Hot Glue (not included)
• Thumbtacks
• 2 Rolls of Twine

UPDATE: One other option, is if you want to paint the shims before applying the twine, then you can wrap less and let the paint color show through for a more rustic look.  It looks great!  Thanks, Christy for the idea!

STEP 1: Lay 10 wood shims in a star pattern.  Make sure to arrange the shims so a thin end on one shim rests on the thick end of another shim.

STEP 2: Apply small amount of hot glue to each intersection, and then insert thumbtack to keep star shape in place.  If desired, place 2 remaining shims as more support on back of star using glue and thumbtacks.

STEP 3: **You will use a LOT of hot glue in this, so have your glue gun ready!** Starting at one of the star's points, wrap twine around frame, gluing often as you wrap.  Avoid putting too much tension on the twine.

STEP 4: Cut a piece of twine about 8 inches long and tie a loop in the center.  On the back of the star on one of the points, glue one loose end from the loop to each shim to hang the decoration.

Enjoy your Twine Star Decoration!