Well, I had no idea until yesterday where the original image came from, but I knew I loved it
and I had to have it for my front door!
I recreated it for less than $20.00 with items on sale from Hobby Lobby.
You will need:
*wreath (I used grapevine, but straw may work better)
*moss (first round: I used peat moss, but re-covered with spanish moss-spanish worked better).
* small pumpkins (I used real, but recommend fake)
*glue gun
* floral wire (if you use the real pumpkins)
*ribbon
How I Did It: Don't worry, it's easy!
Step 1: Cover the wreath with the moss, glue it down as you go with hot glue.
Finished with the moss.
However, it looks awful because the grapevine is not smooth and it looks like the bottom right has a huge growth!
However, it looks awful because the grapevine is not smooth and it looks like the bottom right has a huge growth!
Step 2: Buy spanish moss and re-cover. Glue the spanish moss down with hot glue.
It's going to look much better, I promise.
Step 3: Add the pumpkin(s).
This step would be super easy if you used the fake pumpkins with the stick, but I of course made the project harder on myself by using real pumpkins.
This step would be super easy if you used the fake pumpkins with the stick, but I of course made the project harder on myself by using real pumpkins.
Poke two holes all the way through the pumpkin and feed the floral wire through. Twist the floral wire together at the bottom of the pumpkin.
Step 4: Secure the pumpkin(s) to the wreath.
Feed the floral wire through the grapevine wreath, and twist to secure the pumpkin to the wreath.
*I only used one pumpkin on my wreath because being real, they are 1) pretty heavy and 2) a little larger than the pumpkins in the 1st wreath image.
Voila!
I think it still turned out cute with only one pumpkin.
Thank goodness I was able to cover the large growth with the spanish moss.
Thank goodness I was able to cover the large growth with the spanish moss.
Ready for a couple more photos of our fall front porch...
If you're not in the mood to DIY your wreath, the original wreath (which I found on pinterest) you can buy from Two Inspire You, on Etsy.
Today, Shelli from alamode is hosting Roomspiration-Nursery's. If you have a nursery, or need inspiration...head on over the alamode and link up.
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It turned out beautifully! well done! I also love your pick of burnt orange ribbon for the top - so pretty.
ReplyDeletexo Allison
Spicer + Bank
www.spicerandbank.blogspot.com
I love the one pumpkin touch..it's perfect!
ReplyDeleteI love the way it looks against the dark paint color of your door. I've been looking for a wreath idea, not feeling the fake flower wreaths I've seen in the stores.
ReplyDeleteI love this wreath and have also pinned it on pinterest. Perhaps I'll get out my glue gun this afternoon! Yours looks adorable!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea. Looks so pretty and simple.
ReplyDeleteLove that bow!!
ReplyDeleteIt's adorable! I love your pretty bow :)
ReplyDeleteSo stinkin' adorable!!! I think my kiddos actually might like a project like that! I need a new wreath to replace the crazy one our landlord gifted us...such a sweet gesture, but...well, not my thing! (c;
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect. Love the natural look of it.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and so perfect for fall!
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alexa
www.theshortandthesweetofit.com
Your wreath is simply elegant. I absolutely love it. Totally gets you in the Fall mood.
ReplyDeleteLove the wreath. Great job!
ReplyDeleteyour wreath looks wonderful, I love it!!
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is perfect! Love the mini pumpkin!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect fall wreath! I love using natural elements. I've been browsing around today. Love your blog! And I'm now following along!
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