I made my wreath very, very simply with Lindsey's recipe, but instead of a styrofoam wreath, I traced around a dinner plate onto cardboard and used it for my base. It was easy-peasy to do, and I made it in one evening -- even with the distractions of a two-year old grandgirl. I added another cardboard circle to the center of the wreath to cover the edges of the paper and then glued a classic silhouette inside (thanks Clarice from Storybook Woods!). Lastly, I hot-glued a black ribbon on the back. I can easily change out the middle silhouette for another one for special occasions and holidays. Wouldn't these make fun gifts?
Funny! I used to have so many wreaths and now they are all gone. I went through a wreath phase. I'm not sure I want to revisit it. I like the up cycling concept, though. You are a fast "maker" Jody. Remember how fast you made those bike baskets? I'm so slooooooooow.
ReplyDeleteI want to try this with orange pages! Can you get books with orange pages....
ReplyDeleteI really like that wreath too, so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea Jody -- I love the silhouette in the middle!
ReplyDeleteI love art made out of books. This wreath is fabulous, Jody!
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LOVE the silhouette center!! Your wreath looks so great! Aren't they fun to make. You can put just about anything in the center.
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I saw this on Living with Lindsey, and I've been tempted to make one; but I've been waiting to pick up a wreath form. Never though to improvise :D Thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable idea, and I like the thought of changing the center for the holidays.
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