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I’ve always loved the look of a dressed up front door. I think wreaths and seasonal decorations are very pretty ways to get into the spirit of the different seasons and welcome guests inside.
This year I wanted to incorporate a little of our family into the decor too so I chose to recreate this beautiful decoration (from This Ole Mom) that I recently stumbled upon. Isn’t it pretty?
Here’s what I used:
- Reindeer Moss (Honestly, I have no idea what that is. I bought some bags on clearance at a Pottery Barn outlet last year, and after filling a vase I had a ton left over. I was happy to have found a use for the rest.) Any floral moss will do.
- Glue gun
- Scissors
- Unfinished wood letter
- Ribbon
- Faux flowers (“faux” sounds better than “fake,” right?)
Right now you may be thinking, “What’s all that other stuff?” Well, I made a traditional wreath too, but I’ll share that one later. Consider that a sneak peek. 🙂
First, I looped my ribbon through the hole in the R because I wanted it to be underneath the moss.
Next, I hot glued the ribbon to the R on both sides.
Then I covered the R with moss by using the hot glue gun with my right hand and placing the moss with my left. The glue cools really quickly so I worked slowly in small sections across the R, and after a few mild burns this is what I got!
I wanted to add some flowers to the R but had to be careful with my placement because I wanted people to be able to read the letter when it was finished. I ended up choosing the upper left hand side, and hot glued the flowers into place. And there you have it!
She is now happily residing on our front door, and I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. This was my first attempt at a project like this so the fact that it turned out looking pretty much like I’d wanted is a success to me.
{Linking up at these great parties.}
Cute!!
Thanks, Diana! 🙂
The moss looks great on your initial! Great job with the tutorial.
Love it, I especially like the look of the moss. Great work 🙂 Found you through the Mom’s Monday Mingle, following you on Bloglovin’ 🙂
http://peacoatsandplaid.blogspot.com/
Thanks, Bre! 🙂
Hello Emily,
I love the way your monogram door hanger turned out. I am so glad you liked my door hanger
it was really fun to make. I am so glad that I was able to Inspire you to make one yourself. . easy huh? Love
projects like that! I have never heard of reindeer moss , it’s very pretty!
Have a great night!
Kim This Ole Mom
Hi Kim, It was really easy. I just wish I’d used regular glue instead of hot glue for the moss. I got a good burn on my thumb that could’ve been avoided. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
So cute! I love the flowers you used, everything works so well together!
Thanks, TaMara! 🙂
Don’t you just love it when you can find uses for all that leftover stuff? The moss looks great on your initial! Great job with the tutorial.
I found you on “Get your DIY on” Challenge and on “Give Me the Goods Monday”. I’d love for you to hop over to my blog to check out my Fall Monogram Wreath.
Take care and keep crafting!
Thanks, Ashley. I was so happy to be able to use some of the extra stuff around the house. Decluttering and crafting at the same time. Woohoo! Off to check out your blog now 🙂
IT’s lovely.
Thanks, Joanna! 🙂
Found you on Mom’s Monday Mingle, I like your site and now I follow you on Bloglovin. I blog at thewholeserving@blogspot.com and healthfulmindbodyandsoul.com.
Thanks for co-hosting the party.
Celeste
Thanks, Celeste! Off to check out your blog now 🙂
That looks awesome! I love incorporating initials into projects… can’t wait to see the wreath! 🙂
Thanks, Heather! 🙂
What a cute idea! I am terrified of the hot glue gun though… I always burn myself no matter how careful I am.. lol
Me too! I burned my thumb while making this wreath. Not fun. Next time I’d probably use a regular craft glue for the moss and save the hot glue for the flowers.
This is great! I was thinking of making a fall wreath, but this is cooler 🙂 I love the texture of the moss!
Stopping by from the Meandering Mondays hop, Dawn from http://www.ithinkwecouldbefriends.com/
Thanks, Dawn! I loved the texture too (the only downside is I think I’m allergic to the moss!) Oh well, having a pretty front door is more important than being able to breathe 😉
Emily, it is SO cute! I am a sucker for anything with a monogram, and I love the natural look you added with the moss and flowers! Beautiful! Hope you’re having a wonderful week, friend!
~Abby =)
Thanks, Abby! And thanks for hosting such a fun party! 🙂
Love this wreath, Emily! The moss and flowers look so pretty together! Thanks for linking up to the “Get Your DIY On” Link up party! Hope to see your thrifty upcycle project on Sunday! 🙂 – April
Thanks, April! 🙂
I wanted to invite you to the Friday Flash Blog Party, the best linky in town! I hope you’ll join us and link up. Who knows. You may just get highlighted!
The party goes on ALL weekend.
Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution
http://www.thejennyevolution.com
Thanks, Jenny! I’ll be sure to stop by Friday.
How pretty! I love the look of the moss!
Thanks, Tori. I love it… but I’m happy it’s outdoors. I think I’m allergic to the moss! :/
This is adorable! I love it!!!
Hosting my FIRST linky party this Saturday, would love it if you stopped by!! DIY projects, yummy recipes & all brilliant ideas welcome! You might even get featured! 🙂
http://www.theculturedcavewoman.com
Thanks, Brenae! I’d love to link up 🙂