Guest Project -- 10-minute Easter/Spring Wreath!!

First off---thanks so much Jen for the opportunity to share with your readers! What an honor!!

I'm Tracie from Cleverly Inspired. 

I was on the hunt for a fabulous, large, springy wreath. 

 I wanted it to last past Easter---so I chose to make it simple and classic...and springy!

Super easy---and I made it in 10 minutes!

Think spring!

Start with 2 grapevine wreath forms (one is 24inches, one is 14inches...)

Set the small one inside the large one---makes it look nice and full! Take some floral wire and wire the wreaths together in 3 spots.

I found this paper butterfly in the gift wrap section of Hobby Lobby---thinking outside the box right!?! And these soft florals are so springy!

I attached 3 large hydrangea blooms around the butterfly--attach with floral wire. Twisting it tightly around the back of the wreath.

That's it! Perfect to keep up all spring!

I love it!

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Thanks Tracie -- beautiful Spring Wreath. 

and your home is so amazing!!

I am loving Tracie's blog - 







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xoxox

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Guest Project -- {Bow and Arrow} Valentine Wreath Tutorial

TGIF Tatertots & Jello readers!

I'm Maggie, your guest blogger today from Black and White {Side by Side}.

Black and White {Side by Side} is my growing collection of do-it-yourself home, wedding and party ideas + random other things that catch my eye :) Come by and check it out!

Today, I'm excited to share with you my "Bow and Arrow" Valentine Wreath tutorial. YOU are the crafty ones I admire every weekend at the Tatertots & Jello Weekend Wrap Up Party and I can't wait to see what you will do with the little bit of inspiration that I hope this tutorial provides :)

1. Start by wrapping a 12" straw heart wreath in yarn. I'm not going to lie, this part takes awhile. Turn on the TV, watch a movie, call a friend! It's easy, mindless crafting, so do something fun at the same time :) Also, save yourself a step and don't bother taking off the plastic wrapping around the wreath.

2. Make "Cupid's Arrow". Standard 12" dowel rods available at your local craft store are just a tad short for this project. You will need one full 12" dowel rod and a small piece of another.

The dowel rods are easy to push through the straw wreath frame. Push the full 12" one through first. This should cover the bottom left portion of the arrow, through the middle. Cut a small piece of a second dowel to complete the upper right portion of your arrow. Embellish with felt to complete the look you want!

I used hearts for the point of my arrow and a semi circle for the bottom fin.

3. Create a custom banner.I had this "love" vinyl decal laying around, so I applied it directly to a long strip of cream felt. But don't let me stifle your creative ideas! Individualize your banner with something special for you and your Valentine!

These vinyl decals are not intended for fabric application, but hey - it worked for me! Give it a try!

4. Finishing touches. I snipped the ends of my banner to make prettier tails and then attached it to the wreath with straight sewing pins. Use a hot glue gun to attach stiffened felt to the back of your banner before pinning it on.

Applying stiffened felt, only to the middle of the banner.

Add more of the stiffened felt to give the tails of your banner some structure.

 

Hang with some decorative ribbon and a lovely bow!

Get it? BOW and ARROW wreath? :)

The little fin gets lost in the black background, but it shows the rest of the wreath so well, I had to include it!

I hope you're feeling inspired to make one for your front door :)

Have a great weekend and Happy Valentines Day!

P.S. Jen, Thank you so much for allowing me to guest post on your amazing site! Your positive and do-it-yourself attitude inspire me! I feel encouraged everyday when I stop by Tatertots and Jello to see what's new! Thank you and keep up the great work!!!

xoxo - Maggie

Maggie - that is amazing!!

I love the arrow through the wreath. So cute!! 

I have loved Maggie's blog Side by Side for so long. You will love all of her awesome projects!! 

{Love this Quick and Easy Valentine Decor}

 {Glittered New Year's Crowns}

{DIY Fabric Vases}

Be sure to check out all the fun happening at Black and White {Side by Side}!!

xoxo

PS -- I am getting organized over at Brooklyn Limestone today!  

PPS - And am sharing a fun organization post over at Brown Paper Packages today!!I'm getting so organized!!!!

My Mantels love a good Party! {Valentine's Day ♥ Mantel Decorating}

My Mantles love a good party. They look forward to Beth's Valentine Mantel Party all year. It's a great time for mantels to get together and socialize - lol. Seriously though, Beth's Mantel parties are really fun.

Last year I went all romantic and flowery and loved it!! 

This year I wanted to do something a little different -- so I went a little more whimsical. 

I have always wanted to make a Boa Wreath, and what better holiday to make one for than Valentine's Day? It's just about the only time of the year that pink boas look good - lol! 

I found this little sign at Hobby Lobby {1/3 off - $3} and I made a little LOVE vinyl with my Silhouette to dress it up a little. I also made some organza flowers with little sparkly rhinestones in the center and hot glued those on. 

I finished it up with some whimsical polka dot ribbon. 

I can't resist polka dots!! 

Going along with my PINK theme, I found some pink plates at Tai Pan and cut out some vinyl with my Silhouette for those.  I love the silhouette of the boy and girl kissing. I put a bow and pink rhinestone in the girl's ponytail to give it a little 3-D action. 

And the ampersand is so graphic in the other plate. Then I took some left over ribbon and wrapped it around the top of my candle holders. I found those at Target about 7 years ago on clearance. Gotta love the clearance section!! 

I also made some paper hearts and put them in my cloche on the coffee table.

I still love my Coffee Filter Pom Poms. So pretty and romantic!

And here's my family room mantel all dressed up.

Be sure to check out the beautiful mantels over at The Stories of A2Z !!!

♥♥♥♥