Monday, February 1, 2010

The Fastest Wreath in the East

The girls were busy decorating their playhouse this weekend (I think they need to call their landlord about the snow damage- can you see the snow filled sink in there?!)

and Emma was busy decorating herself,

...so I needed something to decorate.

Unfortunately, we were snowed in. I truly had to "shop my house" and put together a Valentine's wreath using only what I had on hand.

I started with a grapevine wreath that I've used for several other holidays. Kind of "meh," right?

I layered that with some pink berries, and a Target Dollar Spot heart wreath.

Secured with glittery heart ribbon.

I don't have a wood door, otherwise I would have looped the ribbon over the door like The Nester.
So...nothing glamorous or breathtaking here today, friends. Just a plain example of using what's on hand to celebrate.

My girls were excited to see it, but they were also excited when I pulled out a box of Multi-Grain Club Crackers, so that's not saying much.

Linking to Kimba's DIY party at A Soft Place to Land, Sarah's Before and After party at Thrifty Decor Chick, Wendy's Valentine's Craft party at Ramblings from the Sunshine State, and Jen's The Heart of the Matter party.





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46 comments:

Nancy said...

Very cute, Amanda! I have a few of those grapevine wreaths; now you've given me a great idea what I can do with one. Thanks!

Nancy

jmberrygirl said...

Makes me excited too! I love pink and red. This is the only time of year that they're ok when worn together!

Paula said...

Very cute! The red and pink look nice against your white door.

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Hi Amanda! That is so cute! I love adding the Target wreath to the middle...great idea! And so festive! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

Richella said...

Amanda, this is a great idea! Gives that little heart wreath some real "oomph" to attach it to the grapevine wreath.

You are so funny. I nearly spit out my coffee at the idea that the girls should call their landlord about snow damage. . .and then again at the Club crackers line. Thanks for making me laugh!

Paloma said...

Loved the pictures!!! very funny the one of your girls' house! LOL! I loved Emma's picture too! So cute!!! That wreath is very nice! You should be proud! I made mine for Christmas with white garbage bags! you have to use what you can!!! I'll share it soon! :D

Paloma.

southerninspiration said...

Manda, you are just too funny....and the wreath looks great! I know your girls love it!

Suzanne

Andrea said...

Great wreath there! and you daughter looks like she is having the time of her life!! :)

Holly said...

The wreath is really cute! Good thinking.

famr_4evr said...

I love this wreath!! I'm gonna try it this weekend. Thanks for sharing!

Marianne@Songbird said...

Very cute wreath! And no wood door here either. But when I want the Nester look I just loop it over anyway and then secure the ribbon or burlap or whatever I am using to loop with, at the top of my door with duct tape. You have to tape both the strands of ribbon or it will start to slip, but it works great and can not be seen.

Pam @ bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful said...

I saw that Target wreath last week and didn't buy it because I wasn't sure what to do with it. That turned out so cute! Hmmm, I wonder if my target has any of those left?...

Meg said...

Really cute! This puts me in the Valentines Day mood!

I'm kind of sad now that we don't have any V-day decor for this year. But I'm holding off for sales.

Samantha said...

That is super cute! I wish I was more crafty!

pk @ Room Remix said...

It turned out very cute Amanda! I love the comment about the girls and the crackers too - you're too funny.

FrouFrouBritches said...

That is super cute! I'm feeling really bad I have done NOTHING for Valentine's Day! You're so good!

Seizing My Day said...

Puppy Snow Face is SO cute!! Love the wreath... Have a great Monday!
Jenn~

The Cookie Girl said...

cute wreath and I lvoe that sweet puupy face with the snow. Too adorable.

alanna rose said...

I think it's great!
Your girls have good taste (multi-grain club crackers are awesome!). :)

Boagie (Janice) said...

Cute wreath, but I think you should personalize it by adding your names on the plain hearts.?!?!?

Wendy said...

Thats so cute!

I am hosting a Valentine's Craft party on my blog, love it if you'd stop by!

Confessions From A Working Mom said...

Please come shop my house!!! I always read about bloggers doing just this, but I must be creatively stiffled, for I can't come up with a darn thing.

Your daughter looks PRECIOUS in her snow-gear!

~Elizabeth
Confessions From A Working Mom

Sjn said...

it's so much fun to go all out for holidays when they are little. Enjoy this time!
Thx for stopping by my blog.

Leanne said...

Way Cute. I still don't have a valentine's decoration for my front door. That's on my list for tomorrow. Thanks for stopping by. Your little one is darling.

Grace said...

That is a cute wreath. I haven't done anything for Valentine's day this year, but I still have time.

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm enjoying finding so many new blogs through comments that are left on mine.

Kristin said...

It turned out SO cute. Great job!

Amy {The Red Chair Blog} said...

Cute and very Valentiney!

P@nmyfreetime.blogspot.com said...

very sweet!!!

Carmen said...

I just laughed out loud at your dog and the snow in the playhouse! :) Very cute wreath. I totally love grapevine wreaths.

Stephanie said...

super cute!!

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

I don't think it has to be fancy, to make your kiddos go ga ga - anything sparkly, or pink and my girls are gone!

Kris said...

Amanda! That turned out really cute! What a fun way to use things you already have on hand. I find it very theraputic to create something from what is around me to make the space even more beautiful. You did a nice job!

Jenn said...

Oops! Rookie Mistake confession! I have 2 blogs... I am not using the blogspot one... but my Google Account likes to redirect bloggers to it when I comment! ah! I humbly come back to say... my "Real" blog is at www.seizingmyday.com ;) Hope to have you visit one day!
Jenn~

mary'smom said...

Very cute photos! Great wreath!

Jessi @ Yankee Belle Home said...

Very cute! I have a pair of those $1 spot wreaths hanging in our home. Love the $1 spot! Thanks for sharing, and Happy (early) Valentine's!

tales from an oc cottage said...

So cute!!! And your dog is precious!!!!

m ^..^

2sisters said...

It turned out terrific! It's amazing what you can do sometimes when you shop your house!
teri

Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage said...

Very cute!!

Xazmin said...

Cute, cute! Very "valentines"! I must admit I'm not much of a V Day decorator...I should get on that!

Southern Fried Gal said...

Cute! You might check the top of your door - mine isn't all wood, either but I found on the top that in between the metal it is pressed board or something. So I nailed into that. It works fabulously - you know I hang most of my wreaths with burlap sashes!

PenelopeLovesLists said...

I think it's perfect!

And I love Puppy Snow Face, too!

michelle@somedaycrafts said...

Quick, easy and cute! my kind of craft!!!

too Blessed to Stress said...

your pup in the snow is the cutest! and your daughter - what a SMILE :) so incredibly sweet.

I love your simple project - adds some sparkle to the holiday :)

~ Emily N. from "too Blessed to Stress"

Jen said...

So pretty! Thanks for linking up! I am soooo ready for winter to be over....but having projects like this in my craft stash makes it go by a little faster!

Jane said...

I love your valentine wreath! And that fact that you made it so quickly, makes me love it even more! i'm all about easy design that looks great too!

Tracey said...

Nice touch of Spring! Beautiful pictures. Stopping by from SITS. Happy Saturday sharefest!!!