I think I might have gotten too big for my britches in the wreath-making department.
I’m pretty sure the root of this problem stems back to a corn husk wreath I made and how proud I was that the first wreath I had ever attempted actually turned out ok.
So, I told myself that making a popcorn kernel wreath would just be a piece of cake compared to the strenuous activity involved in creating a corn husk masterpiece. I mean, you just drop a bunch of popcorn kernels onto some glue, right?
Well, I was quickly knocked off my wreath high horse when I realized that this would require just a little bit more delicacy than I had originally thought. Oh sure, it wasn’t all that complicated.
Just a bit more…well…sticky!
You have to work slowly, taking it section by section and making sure you get complete kernel coverage. And you have to ignore the crows circling overhead eyeing those corn kernels on your deck.
But after you give it a couple coats of white spray paint, you love it so much that it makes it worth the effort…
…and the stickiness…
…and the possibility of reenacting a scene out of a Hitchcock movie as the birds circle overhead.
Now, the funny thing is, instead of humbling me so much that I would bid farewell to my wreath-making days, I found myself making ANOTHER popcorn kernel wreath!
And I’m going to give you a sneak peek of where both wreaths ended up.
You’ll be able to see the rest of my fall living room and tour more of my home as well as Heather’s home all decorated for fall when we participate in the Finding Fall Home Tour next week!
And if you are looking for more popcorn kernel wreath inspiration you should check out this beautiful creation from Ashley at Cherished Bliss!
Oh, and by the way, my little ol’ corn husk wreath? The first wreath I ever made?
Well, it just happens to be featured in the latest edition of Cottages & Bungalows Magazine!
Yep…there’s me in all my cheesy glory.
In fact, Heather and I BOTH have projects featured in the October Issue of Cottages & Bungalows! Heather shows how to make her beautiful book page pumpkins.
Maybe this means I’m on a make-a-new-wreath-only-once-a-year system.
Who knows, next year I could be showing you a popcorn kernel corn husk wreath?!
Oh the possibilities! 😉
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I love the popcorn wreath. It would look especially beautiful painted gold. I may try that as soon as I finish the other 18 projects I’ve got lined up! We just moved to a different state, different house and I’m having a ball making a lot of decor myself instead of spending a large amount of money on store bought items! Thank you!
I’m so with you Pam! There are so many budget friendly ideas out there and it definitely makes you feel proud when you can decorate your home without breaking the bank! Thanks for coming by!
Vanessa
Your creative girls! A big hug and congrats to both of you!!!!! Will you sign my copy?
I love love love both of your wreaths! I must admit… I am such a popcorn addict that I just might hoard the kernels for popping!!! xo
Awww…thanks sweet friend! We are popcorn addicts around here too and thankfully I had some left over from making the wreath!
Love the popcorn kernel wreath! And congrats on the magazine feature! You both rock!
Thanks so much Leslie! 🙂
congrats on the articles! I think I will leave the popcorn wreath up to you girls….!!
LOL!! Thanks so much!
Vanessa
Love the popcorn wreath and congrats to both of you for the features.
Thanks so much Kim! 🙂
Love, love, love it! It can be used for so many different seasons too. Congrats again on your mag. feature! Xo~ Julie
Haha! It’s funny you mentioned The Birds. That’s exactly what came to mind when I first saw your post! The wreaths adorable though. Thanks for sharing! Stop by my Friday’s Five Features and link up this post (and others)! diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2013/09/fridays-five-features-no-8.html
THis is so adorable!! Easy too, I have old wreath from easter a few years ago and the malt balls are finally falling off, I might have to try this out.
XO
Kristin
Oh ps congrats on the feature!!!! YAY
HI girls! Congrats to you BOTH on the awesome mag feature!!!! So fun. Happy Fall to you right 🙂 The wreath is really cute Vanessa! I bet getting all those little buggers to stick was a chore 😉 It’s a qt though!!
I love both of your wreaths! Chic elegance all the wa y- just like you my friend!! xo Heather
wow, this is so wonderful, this is a new one for me, but that texture, then painted white looks fabulous!!