As far as this house is concerned, when pitchers and catchers report for spring training (lets go Phillies), it’s springtime.
So for two weeks now, I’ve had a yarn wrapped wreath with beige yarn pom-poms, because I’ve had commitment issues with changing it up for spring. When I saw the original wreath at Tatertots & Jello, I loved the idea of wrapping fabric, and figured it was time to commit. I changed mine up a little bit with the bow for the simple fact that my wreath form hangs on our door with one of those magnet hooks, and I’ve been using a repurposed curtain sash to hold it on the hook, which I tie with a bow. I didn’t want bow overload, so I went with a few flowers.
It’s on!
You’ll need…
fabric & scissors
straight pins (for pinning the end down & your flowers)
I started off with my old yarn wrapped wreath. In it’s naked state, it’s a straw wreath form, left in its’ original plastic. I got mine at my local craft store with a handy-dandy 40% off coupon.
You’ll want to cut strips of your fabric. I’m not entirely sure how much fabric I used, maybe a 1/4 yard or so. I cut as I wrapped because I didn’t want to cut too much at once and have leftover strips.
Wrap, wrap, wrap.
When you’re at the end, use a straight pin to hold it down. You can also do some glue, or just tuck it under. Whatever is handy is just fine.
Now, you’re ready for the flower portion. I used Martha Stewart paint chip samples from Home Depot.
Fun story – I asked my husband to grab some of these on a run for caulk, and asked for “springish colors” and really just hoped for the best.and I was pretty thrilled that he came back with 2 coordinating colors – a cool yellow and an orangey-yellow. This whole thing was done during naptime, and I didn’t even make a note of what colors these were exactly. The bonus of using paint chips is they’re free, convenient, bright, and I love a quick change. You can certainly use fabric or something else convenient for you. I simply had nothing in the color family I wanted, and wanted to go for a different look.
Ok, so for your flowers, I just cut different sized circles, then added scallops.
Stack ’em up until you get a cute little flower shape.
I used some pins from my sewing box to hold these on for something different, but you can glue them, sew them, or whatever you like.
Then just pin them on the wreath. I did a second pin, on an angle in each flower just for extra sticking power. I also tied my beige sash around the top for holding it on the hook.
This is so cute! I'm planning on repurposing my winter felt wreath, too, and I think I'm loving your navy and yellow. By the way, I love the design of your blog…very pretty!
I love everything about this! I can't believe the flowers are from paint chips! Very resourceful =) Pinning this and following along
Love this! It's amazingly cute! I'd love it if you'd link up to my party…going on now.
Jessica
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Thanks for stopping by! I'm so glad I just committed to changing it. It definitely got me out of the winter blah funk, that's for sure. Do it, do it, do it! lol
Thank you!!! I'm all about paint chips. I have an issue with those things, they're free and so easy, and in the best colors! Thanks for the follow!!
Jessica,
Thanks for the invite!!! I'm totally heading over there to party!
-Kim
You wreath is so fresh and springy. Love the colors as well as the pattern. π
<3 Christina @ I Gotta Create!
Wildly Original link party is open.
Thanks Christina! I just popped in the link party – great projects, can't wait to join in the fun next week!!
I love your wreath! It is absolutely gorgeous! Well done!
Thanks Katie!
Beautiful job on your wreath. I love the chevron fabric.
That turned out beautifully. It's so cheery. The paint chip flowers are my favorite. Your neighbors are going to be so jealous of this beautiful wreath. When I start to see green grass, that's when I start to hope for Spring π
Hi Amy, thanks so much! As soon as I saw our daffodils, tulips & other spring bulbs sprouting through the mulch in our garden, I was all about it! hahaha
Thanks Brandi!
Hi! I just popped in from Diana Rambles: Pin Me Linky Party – LOVE this wreath and the paint chip flowers! I am definitely going to try making one! Thanks!!
I'm in love with mine, and it's way too easy. Go for it!!
Seriously cute! Love your paint chip flowers!!! Thank you for sharing at the Give Me The Goods Link Party!!!
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