I’m excited that I finally worked with corn husk. Indian Corn with its dried cornhusk is a like a symbol of fall. I {love} it! The use of dried cornhusks seems limitless. Wreaths, cooking, decor and so much more!
This simple DIY Cornhusk Votive (and vase) tutorial can be used for a festive addition to your tablescape as a centerpiece or a decorative accent to your fall decor. An easy, simple and perfectly ‘fall’ tutorial. Oh, and did I mention easy? Let’s grab a few supplies and get to work.
Supplies Needed:
Dried Cornhusks
Scissors
Votive Holders
Canning Jars (for vase)
Brown Ribbon (or color of choice)
Cornhusk Votives and Vase Tutorial:
Take two-three dried cornhusks and stand upright along the sides of the votive/vase, overlapping to ensure the glass is covered. I attempted using double sided-tape, but didn’t have much success. Keep your ribbon close by and pre-cut. While holding the corn husks in place with one hand grab your ribbon and tie tightly around the vase/container. I then trimmed the corn husk along the rim of the votive/vase. Finish by tying with a ribbon. And we’re done — with these lovely cornhusk votives and vase.
What do you think? Happy crafting…
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laura@Top This Top That says
10/15/2012 at 12:31 amwe did not grow corn in our garden this year so I just got done getting some husks from a neighbor., Love decorating with the stuff..I have never done these votives though.
Kelly says
10/15/2012 at 7:36 amHi Laura! I bought my corn husks at the grocery store — they sell it with some of the ethnic foods 🙂 I’ve never really done much decorating with cornhusks, so this was a fun a project. Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a great week. Hugs!
Cap Creations says
10/15/2012 at 1:13 amVery Cute Kelly! Nice job!
Kelly says
10/15/2012 at 7:35 amThanks so much, Cathy!! How are you doing??
Danni Baird says
10/15/2012 at 7:09 amEasy and cute! I ove a project that can stick around through Halloween!
Kelly says
10/15/2012 at 7:37 amWoot Woot! Thanks, Danni 🙂 Have a fabulous Monday. Hugs.
Lynne says
10/15/2012 at 7:39 amCan I just get corn husks from a farm field, remove the corn, and dry them? Do you lay them out under a book or something to flatten them? Any further info about where to get/how to treat the husks would be great. I’ll be in Illinois this weekend, with access to corn! Also, is this the kind of material that you could keep from year to year, like maybe in a ziploc bag, or would I need to get new cornhusks right before a particular party or event? Thanks!
Gina says
10/15/2012 at 3:45 pmLynne- I always pick up mine at the market, Usually find them in the isle with the tortillas & refried beans. They can be less brittle if you soak them in water for just a few minutes before using them.
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 6:56 amHi Lynne! You can certainly buy dry them out by laying in the sun. I bought mine at the grocery store where they sell ethnic foods. I am storing my extras in a ziplock bag — depending on the event, you might want to buy newer husks before. I think that might be a personal call. Thanks so much for stopping by. Have a blast in Illinois! Hugs.
nest of posies says
10/15/2012 at 10:07 amthis turned out great! i love the rustic-ness of thanksgiving table crafts. always so pretty!
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 6:57 amThanks so much, Kellie! I couldn’t agree more about the rustic-ness of thanksgiving table crafts 🙂 Have a fabulous day.
Gina says
10/15/2012 at 3:38 pmHoly cow!!! Great minds do think alike. I actually made some myself & had them ready to post this week. We are so on the same page! 🙂 That is so cool my friend!
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 6:58 amHA! That is fantastic 🙂 Thanks so much for swinging by, Gina! Hugs.
Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says
10/15/2012 at 9:07 pmSeriously fabulous!!!! I adore these Kelly!!!! 😉 Bonnie
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 7:10 amYAY! Thanks so much for loving on my project. HUGS, Bonnie.
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
10/16/2012 at 11:01 amLove this project! Corn husks are so versatile for fall 🙂
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 7:11 amThanks so much, Shannah! Nothing like easy and versatile 🙂 Have a fabulous day. HUGS!
Shoregirl says
10/16/2012 at 2:28 pmLove this fall look! So pretty!
Kelly says
10/17/2012 at 7:11 amThanks so much! Hugs.
Debbie says
10/19/2012 at 12:01 amWhat a great idea, Kelly! And they look so easy, so autumn and so cute. I’d love to do this, but one of my daughters took all my fall decor (including my corn) to her home after our Thanksgiving dinner to decorate her home for her Thanksgiving dinner with her in-laws. Still haven’t gotten any back…but that’s ok, love that she liked it so much she wanted to duplicate it…or steal it? lol I’ll be pinning this for next year!
Debbie 🙂
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
10/22/2012 at 7:18 pmGotta get to the ethic section of my supermarket – who knew?!
Kelly
Laura@live-love-scrap says
10/23/2012 at 7:40 ambeautiful! what a fantastic idea to use a cornhusk- i would never have thought of that! i just love it:)
LUCY says
10/25/2012 at 9:03 pmJust beautiful Kelly xo
Trisha says
10/25/2012 at 9:05 pmWow these are super gorgeous and festive! I love both the votive and vase equally!
Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers says
10/25/2012 at 11:36 pmOh my gosh, these are so simple but so beautiful! I really love how this turned out and paired with the strands of wheat.. gorgeous!
Kelly says
10/26/2012 at 6:40 pmThanks, Taryn 🙂
Kristy Life-n-Reflection says
10/26/2012 at 12:24 pmAdore – sweet & simple
Kelly says
10/26/2012 at 3:54 pmThanks so much, Kristy 🙂 Have a fabulous weekend.
Crystal says
10/26/2012 at 5:14 pmOh these are beautiful! I love how elegant, yet warm they look. 🙂
"Lucy" says
10/27/2012 at 4:53 amI love this! So simple and pretty.:)
Bethany says
10/27/2012 at 11:22 amWhat a great craft! I love the use of the corn husks. Just foundyou, cant wait to look around.
Katherines corner says
10/27/2012 at 5:31 pmKelly what a creative idea, love this! Thank you for joining in the fun at the Thursday Favorite Things hop. Happy weekend wishes xo
Val @ Home Made Modern says
10/29/2012 at 8:19 amThese are really lovely…and so so simple! Thanks for sharing!
Joanna says
05/31/2018 at 9:57 pmLove this! Gorgeous work. Cornhusk vase idea is so genius. Thanks for sharing.