Sunday, March 20, 2011

Thrifty Wreath

Hi friends! Spring is playing tricks on us here. It was 80 yesterday and 62 today. It is sunny so I ignored the temps  and hung my revamped spring wreath anyway.

If you remember, I found this wreath at Goodwill last summer for $2.00. I used it through the fall but it was looking a little tired . So, I quickly pulled the flowers off.  Well,  not too quickly, someone really glued those flowers on!



I wanted something bright for spring so I headed out to the  Dollar Tree and Hobby Lobby for some new  colorful supplies.


I found the yellow and red tulips and the cute gingham ribbon at Hobby Lobby for 50% off. I then picked up the filler greenery and little white flowers... don't know what they are, at my favorite Dollar Tree. Next I pulled out my  E-Z bow maker to make a new bow. If you don't have and E-Z bow maker you need to beg borrow or steal one. They are so easy! Even I can make bows with them and I can hardly tie my shoes!


Well, it's all finished for a grand total of ten dollars. I love the vivid reds and yellows.



The yellow even matches the lovely yellow pollen that has settled all over everything. However, I won't complain... I have been so anxious for Spring to get here, even the pollen.


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25 comments:

  1. JennyMarch 20, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Tulips are my favorite! I love the wreath, it's so fun and makes me think of Summer!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 21, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    The tulips and ribbon really brighten up your door. Happy Spring.

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  3. DonnieMarch 21, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    I love how that turned out. Very bright and cheery. The white oak pollen is heavy down here in Florida right now.

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  4. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 21, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    It's so pretty for Spring! I need to make a new wreath...thanks for the ideas! Please visit me soon! I'm having a giveaway! ♥

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  5. KimMalkMarch 21, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    You chose the prettiest colors and you can never go wrong with gingham. Thanks for the heads up on the bow maker, every once in awhile I see them and wonder if they are worth it.

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  6. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalMarch 21, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    The colors look great on your door. So bright and cheery. I too have been dealing with the thick yellow pollen everywhere. I'm waiting for it all to stop before I wash everything down.

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  7. High Street CottageMarch 21, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    It turned out beautifully! Thank you for stopping by my blog too, yours is lovely, xoxo tami

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  8. VickiMarch 21, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    I love tulips. Such a pretty redo!

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  9. Faye March 21, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    The tulips are so pretty!

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  10. UnknownMarch 22, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    I love your wreath! Thanks so much for linking to 2nd Time Around!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Oh your wreath does look so very cheery!! Great job!

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  12. Screaming SardineMarch 24, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    That's so pretty, Annette. Love how your re-do is very colorful and so spring-y.

    Cheers,
    Tracy All Thumbs Crafts

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  13. SueMarch 24, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    You did a beautiful Job, Annette, and I am now motivated to get my wreath fixed and put up! I love the gingham ribbon and will get to my Hobby lobby as soon as possible. For some reason I am into gingham this year. I have a bow maker and have never used it, (do you see me hiding my eyes) yes I am embarrassed to say I have not even got it out of the box. And I will!!
    Thank you for praying for Will and us, it means so much.
    Hugs,
    Sue

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  14. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 25, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Love the bright wreath on your door! The yellow is so pretty! Great job. Thanks for joining JFF. hugs, Linda

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  15. Diann @ The Thrifty GrooveMarch 25, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Oh, I LOVE this wreath Annette! It just says "Happy Spring"! What a wonderful way to welcome your guests into you home. And the red gingham bow is perfect!
    I look forward to seeing you and your "thriftiness" next week at Thrifty Things Friday!

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  16. the cape on the cornerMarch 25, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    this looks great-i love the bright and cheery tulips and the greens poking out.

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  17. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 25, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    I absolutely love all the beautiful colorful flowers on your wreath....gorgeous! I will have to look up the bow tying gadget you mentioned. Those are Canada Geese in the post right before this one....we must have had a bad winter if they won't fly north ;). Thanks for visiting my blog earlier....we both love spring flowers!

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  18. RebeccaMarch 25, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Totally springy-love the vibrant colors!

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  19. An Oasis in the DesertMarch 25, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Beautiful new door wreath. It is so bright and cheerful. To answer your question about the Yankee Candle tarts, the ones I'm using are different. The containers operate with a low-wattage light bulb, so I think the consistency of the wax is such that it will melt like that, so you don't have an open flame. Maybe the Yankee tarts (okay, that sounds a bit funny, but you know what I'm talkin' bout) would melt, too, I haven't tried that.
    CAS

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  20. JodieMarch 25, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Very pretty! Love the colors, so bright and cheery! Thank you so much for the sweet comment! I'm glad you stopped by!

    Warm Weekend Wishes!
    Jodie

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  21. RenéeMarch 25, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Your new wreath is so pretty and fresh. I'm especially loving the gingham ribbon with the tulips. I need to get busy!

    Thanks for stopping by.

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  22. Sunny Simple LifeMarch 26, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    That came out beautifully. I really love all the bright color and as you pull up to your house your lovely wreath welcomes everyone. Great job!

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  23. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Hey! That looks pretty good :-)

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  24. AshleyMarch 28, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    I love your wreath! The tulips are so pretty. I am going to have to try that bow maker!

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  25. ThriftyAnnabellaApril 3, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Very pretty!

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Annette

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