Umbrella Upcycle!

Hey y’all, hey! I saw this idea maybe on a display or on Pinterest, I’m not sure, but I just have to try it with an old quilt top. I’ve had the idea for a while, and now it’s time to make it happen! It’s just decorative, and I’m thinking of adding some little lights inside. It would be so pretty in a corner, or as one of our friends said, a great prop for a photographer. You could also use it as decor for a spring party or for a baby nursery.

Check out the video below or follow along here on the blog to see how it turns out!

Supplies:

Amazon: Toolie Art paint pens Click here to check out my crafting essentials (This is an Amazon affiliate link and I may receive a small compensation for items purchased from this link.)

Thrifted: Umbrella, quilt top

Let’s make it!

I found this parasol / umbrella at a thrift store. I just pulled the fabric off and it is ready to recover! I did add some hot glue to that white circle thing on top, just because it looked like it needed to be there. I took the red cap off and will paint it and put it back on when I’m finished.

I just laid out the “pattern”, which is the orange fabric that was originally on the umbrella, and laid my quilt top over it to make sure I could cover the whole umbrella.

I began by just gluing the quilt to each rib of the umbrella. Some of the fabric was too long and some too short, so I just trimmed or added pieces as needed.

I folded down some of the edges that kinda spilled over, and put a dot of hot glue just to hold it, then glued all areas that needed a patch. Next, I painted the original little red cap with my Toolie Art paint marker.

Our friend Ms. Diane suggested lace trim along the edge, so we’re doing it!

Girl, I love how this turned out! I can’t wait to add lights to it. Let me know in the comments what you think! I appreciate you!

Thanks so much for stopping by,

XOXO-Erin

Did you know? We have a VIP community that is free to join called Lizzy and Erin Designs VIP.  Click here to join and see the crafts our friends are enjoying making!

Did you know? We also have a website called LizzyandErin.com

Did you know? We have a private subscription group too! Click here to sign up with Craftin’ and Laughin’ with Lizzy and Erin on Facebook!

Did you know? We have a woodshop! Click here to visit the Lizzy and Erin Woodshop, and see what’s new!