Wreaths are not my thing. I always try to make them and they always turn out looking…. how shall I say?…. blah. terrible. boring. cluttered. You name it.
However, I was re-inspired when I saw Mandy’s wreath.
I had found a few gorgeous wreaths at specialty stores, but I couldn’t justify spending $50-$70 on a wreath that will only be up for a few months.
However…. by using a grapevine wreath I already own, I could perk it up for fall and then change it up for winter…. the gussy it up for spring… you get the picture.
So, I went to Michael’s, bought $8 in leaf garland, cattails and faux fall flowers.
And, about 15 minutes later, I had this new beauty:
I think I like it better than the $70 wreath… cause I made it.
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Your cool friend Cheryl says
Looks great! I stick with the store bought Smith and Hawkens at Target when they’re on sale. I usually avoid wreath doctoring because the results are usually a disaster.
Leigh says
Nice work, I love the mini cream pumpkins.
KaitlynRae says
Your wreath looks great! I tried making my own wreath once and it just didn’t turn out well. I ended up getting one after the fall season on pretty good clearance ($10). The thing is, it’s already falling apart! I might just have to copy your idea! It really does look great!
Jenny @ Words on Wendhurst says
I think it’s awesome! I love making my own stuff, I can always do it cheaper, and then when I get tired of it, I can just go make another one.
Jennifer says
Fabulous!! Great job Kim!!
alexandjess says
Kim, that looks absolutely fantastic! I’ve never tried making a wreath, in fact I’ve never hung a wreath either. Maybe I’ll have to think about giving one a try.
I’m curious, how do you hang it on your door? There’s no visible hook, is it hidden or a small nail?
ashley morgan says
Your wreath turned out great! I have been wanting to make one too. I’m going to try it if we ever get moved into our house.
Oonafey says
Looks great! Much better than store bought.
betty h says
looks great. i have never tried making one of my own, but realized when i picked one up at a garage sale for $1, i could have made it myself. it is merely a grapevine wreath, with a fall leaf garland wrapped around it like yours, then they had added just a scarecrow on a stick to it. it is simple but very cute. doubt that i could have made it for a dollar though!!
KellieBelle says
Awesome!!