Fourth Of July Wreath :: Deco Mesh

Deco mesh?!  I just don’t know how I feel about deco mesh and I’ve been super hesitant to use it.  Mainly because of the cost … I think it is fairly inexpensive but I feel like you have to have a lot of it to make a “statement”; thus driving the cost of the project up.  I’ve seen tons of awesome wreaths made out of deco mesh, and figured I should at least give it a shot.  Last year, for the 4th of July, I went ahead and made this one.

I feel like my wreath is only “okay” … I think my wire wreath form was way too big and I was hesitant to make big loops with the deco mesh to offset the size of the wire form.  Also, I really don’t like the white flowers, it’s too plain in that area; maybe this year I can add a small sign or something to fill it in.

Egg Wreath

For years I have been eyeballing the egg wreath at Joann’s Fabrics (Probably since college! Ha!).  Every year during Easter, it comes back out and I never end up buying it.  The traditional and Earthy look of the wreath is totally my style; however I could never bring myself to buy it.  I always felt like it was just a wee bit to much (even on sale) and by the time the Easter stuff was more than 60% off, they would be sold out.  Two years ago, I finally decided to make my own.  So glad I did!  Mine turned out a million times better and probably a little cheaper too!

As I said, I made this TWO years ago and I am just now bloggin’ about it … I am so lame!  Haha!  After I made this, when plastic Easter eggs went on sale, I stocked up … For some reason I probably have (35) 1 dz packages of eggs!!  Looks like I need to make a wreath for everyone I know! 

I purchased a simple green wreath form at Hobby Lobby.  I hot glued the plastic eggs to the wreath form.  I started adding eggs to the inside of the circle first, then skipped to the outside.  I wanted to make sure that I kept the “round” shape of the wreath, then I filled in the rest of the wreath.  The filler eggs were glued on a little less “perfect”.  (I did NOT put eggs on the back of the wreath form, only the back and the sides.)  Once all of the eggs are glued on, I spray painted the eggs, the wreath form … the whole thing.  Of course, some of the darker colored eggs take a little bit more paint than the others; so if you think about it just buy white plastic eggs (they’re usually the same price anyway.)  It’s so much easier to hot glue the eggs and THEN paint.  Do not try to paint your eggs before you hot glue them … trust me.  Once everything is painted, just shove moss in-between the eggs with a little hot glue.  I used the Spanish Moss from Dollar Tree … But I think it might have been cheaper to get the big bag at Hobby Lobby with a coupon. 

A burlap bow offers a simple finishing touch. 

Simplest Wreath Ever

We really don't use our front door very much; therefore I wanted to get a wreath on the back door that was welcoming without being as fussy as something on the front door.  I kept mulling it over in my head and couldn't come up with anything until I spotted this simple grapevine wreath at Hobby Lobby (For some reason, I hadn't seen this wreath before).  Hobby Lobby always comes to the rescue!  That's why it is my favorite store!  Not only simple-- but cheap too! Got the wreath at 40% off and the burlap ribbon was 40% off too!  I think I made it for less than $30.  Tied on a burlap bow and BOOM! - Done! 

Fruit of the Sprit Sign

Making custom signs and art work is a great way to customize your home.  I am still in love with the sign that I have made {HERE}.  The quote symbolizes where I was during that time in my life.  I just don't know if I will ever be able to get rid of it; mainly because it means so much to me and because it is one of my all time favorite items that I have made.  Below are two more that I made for some friends.

One of my all time favorite scriptures! Wish I could have kept this for myself!

And this one ... Definitely needs to be hung in my boyfriend's parents' house.  

The loudest family that I have ever met! They're the best!

Follow Me On Instagram: SewinCupcakes

I have recently become obsessed with Instagram!  What about you?! I usually end up posting some of my smaller projects on Instagram.  Most of the time, it is projects that are usually spur of the moment or things that I don't typically feel like blogging about.  

Here are some of the things that can be seen on Instagram! If you enjoy my blog, you can become a follower on Instagram! SewinCupcakes is my user name. 

Easy 100% cotton skirts that I whipped up for summertime!

Freezer paper stencils! I used my Silloutte to cut out the images for the freeer paper stencil.  How about the burlap?! Ack! I love it!! I made the burlap pillow for my Mom, she recently started raising honey bees.

Ties for the nerdy boyfriend! Aren't they fabulous! He does like them; however, he really wants a few bow ties ... The kind that actually tie.  Have you ever tried to make a bow tie?!  They are really a pain in the butt; so tedious and time consuming for such a small accessories. 

Ruffled rubber gloves for the boyfriend's sister! A cute and fun item to make!

Whipped up this decorative dish towel for the boyfriend's house.  Apparently I was using the "decorative" to dry my hands; however, the decorative dish towel was not decorative.  Problem solved. 

Instagram has become my new favorite place to search for ideas and inspiration.  Hope you can find some from me! Feel free to steal and idea or two and create it into your own.

Wire Screen Roses

My Mom is so creative when it comes to making junk into something fabulous.  Thank goodness because my Dad is one of those that doesn't throw much away; she likes to rummage through his things for DIY projects and up cycling.  She found some old screen, twisted it up and made these roses.  The finished rose was about two inches in diameter, or maybe even a little bigger.  You can paint any color.  Super fabulous, right?!  They looks great on flower pots.

Father's Day Sign

I made this last year for Father's Day and once again, I totally forgot to post it right before the holiday.  Oh well!  I'm going to go ahead and post it now.  This is such a cute and sweet saying.  I purchased a simple piece of wood from Hobby Lobby, stained it and added the vinyl.  Quick and easy! 

Texas A&M :: Baby Bedding & Subway Art

I really enjoy making baby bedding, especially when I get use Fightin' Texas Aggie fabric.  I only made a blanket and a few sheets with these fabrics.  I was surprised by how well this light pink and gray went with Aggie maroon.  

My fellow Aggies just can't get enough of these subway art signs.  I'm pretty sure that I've made about 20 of them.  So fun and unique.

Burlap and Grapevine Wreath

I'm pretty sure this is one of the most amazing things that I have ever made.  I wanted a really fabulous wreath for my front door and I knew I wanted it to be burlap but I did not want the same old burlap wreath like I've seen before.  Those are cute but I really wanted something a little more over the top.  I feel like I achieved the look that was going for- burlap, grapevine, flowers, and a few feather stems.