Happy Spring!
It’s time for another DIY Challenge with Terrie at decorateandmorewithtip.com. This month we are showing ways to makeover a simple grapevine wreath. If you’ve come here from Paula’s blog, then you’re right on track! Make sure to visit all the blogs at the bottom of this post to see lots of inspiration.
The Challenge
Our state is under a Stay Home-Stay Safe order to help stem the Coronavirus pandemic. Because I procrastinated in making my wreath, I was not able to go to the store to buy any new supplies for my wreath makeover. So off to the basement I went to shop my stash of supplies. The only grapevine wreath that I had was an 18″ slim wreath from Walmart that cost about $4.00. My stash did not contain very many spring flowers but I would have to make do.
Putting the wreath together:
The plan for my wreath was to keep it simple and earthy with spring touches. I used 2 clay pots from Dollar Tree, keeping one whole and breaking the other up. The pots looked too new, so I rubbed a little paint on them for a patina. I used white, sienna brown, and black in very small amounts and rubbed them on with a paper towel.
While the pots were drying, I used a hot glue gun to attach my “base” stems to one side of the wreath. I had 2 stems of white blossoms and a stem of 3 tulips. Even though my whole clay pot was small, I didn’t want it to droop, so I used green floral wire to secure it to the wreath. Next I hot-glued boxwood stems and the clay pot pieces in place.
Finishing Touches:
Finishing touches were moss tucked in around the whole pot and 3 eggs glued inside it. After going through all my ribbons, I instead decided on a multiple strand jute twine bow to compliment the earthy look.
I really like the way my wreath turned out- what do you think? The cost was under $10 and I didn’t have to go to the store to buy anything!
Make sure you visit Shae at Sweet Southern Grace next. Check out all the wonderful inspiration below!
Such a pretty wreath and those little pots are adorable!
Thank you Pamela! I love clay pots in decor!
It’s beautiful, I love the way it turned out. The colors are so pretty!
Your kind comments are very appreciated Christina!
Beautiful, love the pink. Pinned
Cindy
Thank you Cindy – and thanks for the pin!
Your wreath is so pretty! I love the little flower pots and the earthy look.
Thank you Michelle! I love touches of gardening in my decor.
It came out amazing! And all without having to go out and shop! Bravo! Love it.
Yes! Win-win. Thanks Jodi!
Mary I always love to come over and see what you are working on. The wreath is so pretty. Love the soft colors your used for the flowers. Very pretty.
Thank you Terrie! I need a creative push sometimes, especially when I’m stressed, and your DIY hops keep me going!
It looks beautiful Mary, great job using what you had.
Thank you Corine! That means a lot coming from you!
I love your little nest in the pot! That was a great idea!
Liberty
Thank you Liberty! I was thinking spring!
This is just so adorable! Absolutely love the clay pot! I would never have thought of breaking one up, what a great touch!
Now I know what to do with my broken clay pots!
Love this wreath!!
Teresa!
Oh yes, so many uses for broken pots! Thanks Teresa!
Your wreath is beautiful! I love the clay pots that you used in it!
Thank you Paula! I love to use anything garden related, and clay pots are a favourite.
You did an amazing job shopping from your home to make your wreath!! Live the pretty florals and jute bow!!
Thank you Christine!
I love this so much! The clay pots are a perfect touch!
Thank you Jessica!
Mary, your wreath turned out great. I love using the little clay pot. Such a clever idea and it adds a cute natural vibe. Using the kite twine was a good choice.
Thank you Carol!