Southern Scraps

I don't know where time goes anymore. I don't even have my summer flip flop wreath hung on the front door. It needs a repair. After a few years in the southern heat and humidity, I need to glue a flip flop back on. Or maybe I could make a new summer wreath.... when I find the time. For now, here are 10 summer wreaths I adore for inspiration.

    This was my kind of project. Quick. Easy. While browsing at the Dollar Tree a few weeks ago, I saw this top hat decoration. I thought it would be cute hanging on my door, but knew it could be cuter framed.       I happened upon a sale at Michael's where I got a laser cut frame for 50% off and their Craft Smart paint was on sale too. I painted the frame with "holiday red".  It took three coats because this wood really soaks up the paint. After I painted it, I applied a clear top coat by Plaid. Then I added some pears and rhinestone embellishments to the frame. I didn't go overboard with red, white, and blue so I can use the same frame at Valentine's or Christmas.  Here are a few close ups of the embellishments. I hung the top hat from the back of the frame. I attached it with a staple. Be careful with staples, one of mine showed from the front but  I covered it with a rhinestone jewel. I added a flag to my p...

I hung my spring wreath out last week (a little late I know, but we're still in season.) I made it a couple of years ago and I still enjoy it. When I do get ready for a new one, there's lots of inspiration out there. Sand and Sisal     Making Home Base     Addicted 2 Decorating   This Girl's Life     Happy House of 5     The Cards We Drew     La-Dee-Da Creations     twelve O eight     Positively Splendid       Chic on a Shoestring

Where did the year go? I say this every year. Nonetheless, I think it's been a pretty productive year. So what did I craft? Here are my top 10 posts, according to Blogger's views stats, in the order of most viewed.   Dollar tree skeleton wreath   Men's dress skirt to skirt  

I love the look of wreaths on windows, indoors and outdoors. I decided last year that I wanted to make wreaths for the three windows around my morning room, but didn't get around to it. I made it a priority this year and got them done.

Once Thursday is over, most of us will begin the mad rush of shopping and "decking our halls" for Christmas. One of the most popular decorations is the wreath. Here are some ideas for DIY wreaths to get you started. 20 minute wreath by Mommy by Day, Crafter by Night     Ornament wreath     Pom pom snowball wreath by BHG     Mesh ribbon wreath by Kristen's Creations     Frame wreath by Buckets of Grace     Silver and blue wreath by Make the Best of Things     Moss frame wreath by Blessed Beyond Measure