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September 12, 2013

How to Make a Popcorn Kernel Wreath

I think I might have gotten too big for my britches in the wreath-making department.

How to make a spray painted popcorn kernel wreath from atthepicketfence.com

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?

popcorn kernel wreath supplies

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!

making a popcorn kernel wreath

 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.

popcorn kernel wreath

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.

How to make a popcorn kernel wreath atthepicketfence.com

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.

white-popcorn-kernel-wreath atthepicketfence.com

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!

finding fall graphic

And if you are looking for more popcorn kernel wreath inspiration you should check out this beautiful creation from Ashley at Cherished Bliss!

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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.

me with my wreath

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.

cottages and bungalows feature

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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  1. Pam says

    September 12, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    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!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 12, 2013 at 4:45 PM

      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

      Reply
  2. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    September 12, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    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

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 12, 2013 at 4:46 PM

      Awww…thanks sweet friend! We are popcorn addicts around here too and thankfully I had some left over from making the wreath!

      Reply
  3. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    September 12, 2013 at 6:59 AM

    Love the popcorn kernel wreath! And congrats on the magazine feature! You both rock!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 12, 2013 at 4:46 PM

      Thanks so much Leslie! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Ceekay says

    September 12, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    congrats on the articles! I think I will leave the popcorn wreath up to you girls….!!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 12, 2013 at 4:44 PM

      LOL!! Thanks so much!
      Vanessa

      Reply
  5. Kim says

    September 12, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Love the popcorn wreath and congrats to both of you for the features.

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 12, 2013 at 4:44 PM

      Thanks so much Kim! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Julie says

    September 12, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Love, love, love it! It can be used for so many different seasons too. Congrats again on your mag. feature! Xo~ Julie

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  7. Becca says

    September 13, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    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

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  8. kristin says

    September 13, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    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

    Reply
  9. Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage says

    September 13, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    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!!

    Reply
  10. Heather says

    September 14, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    I love both of your wreaths! Chic elegance all the wa y- just like you my friend!! xo Heather

    Reply
  11. Debra@CommonGround says

    September 18, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    wow, this is so wonderful, this is a new one for me, but that texture, then painted white looks fabulous!!

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