Simple Outside Wreaths

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I wanted to put some wreaths on the front windows of the house.  I saw several smaller ones I could get but buying 5 wreaths plus the large one I wanted for the front door was going to set me back more than I wanted it to.  Right before a trip to Dollar Tree, a post from Allison popped up.  It's like she was reading my mind.  She used the garland in Dollar Tree to make wreaths.  I could make several without breaking the bank.  I bought 4 packs of garland and 5 bows since I have 5 windows I want wreaths for.




I cut a piece in the size I wanted my wreaths to be.




I used this as a template to make 4 more.


Connect the wreaths by wrapping the ends together.  The frame of the wreath is metal so it was pretty easy.  Since these wreaths are pretty thin, I cut 5 long equal pieces of the remaining garland.  I wrapped each piece around a wreath.  This made each one fuller.  I attached a bow to each one and now they are ready to hang.


I used small Command hooks to attach the bottom 2 wreaths to the windows. 



The ribbons play off the red of the door.  I only have 2 wreaths up right now.  We need to get on the roof to attach the other 3 to the front windows.  I need to work on a wreath for the front door too.



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Comments

  1. MorganDecember 8, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    That's such a good idea! They look great.

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  2. Melanie @ bear rabbit bearDecember 9, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Using garland is a great idea. Thanks for linking to Things I've Done Thursday!

    Melanie
    Sew Rugged @ bear rabbit bear
    bearrabbitbear.blogspot.com

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  3. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateDecember 10, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Fantastic idea to use garland! Thanks for sharing at this week's BFF Open House!

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  4. Decor To AdoreDecember 12, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Wow! You are a Christmas crafting genius! So glad I found your project via Centsational Girl.

    Please stop by for a visit to my blog. I am currently in the midst of a Gifts to Make series.

    Be Merry and Bright!

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