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April 8, 2013

Petite Spring Wreath

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

Hello Picket Fencers!!! This is Angelina from JoJo and Eloise and I am so excited to be back here visiting with you again.

Spring! Spring!  It’s finally here and I couldn’t be happier!

Seriously, this has to the most beautiful time of year. The temperatures are just right, flowers are beginning to bloom, the birds are Sweetly Chirping and the colors couldn’t be anymore prettier.

This Adorable Petite Spring Wreath, I think encompasses all those things I just mentioned above. It is so precious and perfectly sweet in every way. 

I don’t know about you but it looks like, that Sweet Little Gingham bird built her nest right onto the wreath itself. I know if I was a little Bird my nest would look a lot like this one {Wink*} and how cute would it be, if we could look out of our windows and see these Adorable little Gingham birds flying all around! Or would that be a little weird?

Probably, huh!

Well enough of living in the world of Willy Wonka!

How about we get started on this Petite Spring Wreath Tutorial. All of my supplies for this project were purchased from Joann’s (Gingham Bird and all ) in the floral section.

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

I purchased 2 different types of Floral Stem Wire. I began by taking 2 stems of my cloth wire and twisted it together on both ends forming a circular shape.

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

I then took my paper covered stem wire and began twisting it around my already made circle. Once that was done I took another cloth stem wire and repeated the process again for a layered effect.
Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

I wanted my wreath to have a nice soft look to it, so I lightly brushed a soft pale pink paint onto my wreath, leaving some of the wire still exposed for a worn and weathered look.
Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

After you’re done painting your wreath you are going to set it aside to dry.

(Yeah, RIGHT?? If your anything like me, you NEVER wait for the paint to dry. I am inpatient like that. I have been known for hanging pictures on the wall even before the paint has fully dried, YIKES!!! ). So this would be the perfect time to say, “Do as I say and not as I Do”.)

Now comes the fun part!!

I took some of my flowers apart and began layering them onto my wreath. You can use a separate piece of stem wire and wrap it around your wreath and flowers to secure them to your wreath, you can also hot glue them to your or tuck them into the already existing wire. I did a little bit of all three. Have fun playing with the layers because there really is no Right or Wrong to whatever look or style you are wanting to achieve.
Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

After you’re all done go ahead and Hang it on a door, display it somewhere in your house or give it away as a House Warming or Bridal Gift. (Just be sure the paint is fully dried)

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

And how adorably cute would it be to wear as a Head Wreath! Super Cute, Right??

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

This would make a great accessory to a little flower girls wedding attire.

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

Or even a Beautifully Sweet Crown for her special Birthday.

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

No matter how you choose to wear or display it, it is sure to be a hit!

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

So have fun with it and enjoy your new Petite Spring Wreath!!

Petite Spring Wreath from JoJo and Eloise

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 We invite you to take a peek at more of Angelina’s beautiful contributions here At The Picket Fence
and to visit her at her gorgeous blog JoJo and Eloise! 

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  1. Martina says

    April 8, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Very sweet!!

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  2. Amy W. says

    April 8, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    SO precious!! Would love it if you would link up at my {all things creative} linky party!

    https://www.theblissfulbeeblog.com/2013/04/1-year-blogiversary-linky-party.html

    xo
    amy

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  3. Lori Lehman says

    April 8, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving such a kind comment!! I am a new email follower for your blog, which I love by the way!!! My blog is with my sister too, we needed an outlet for all our crafty projects! Happy Spring, Lori

    Reply
  4. Tanya says

    April 8, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Yes, you said it correctly! It is very adorable 🙂 My niece would love to wear this.

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  5. Marilyn Feeback says

    April 8, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    This is so cute, but I could not find the instructions for the gingham bird. Please send them to my email.

    Reply
    • Angelina says

      April 8, 2013 at 10:27 AM

      Hi, Marilyn
      I bought all my supplies at Joann’s Craft store in their floral section. The bird is attached with a bit of my Floral Wire and a dab of hot glue to hold it in place. I hope this helps. 🙂 Have a LOVELY Spring!

      Reply
  6. Vintage Whites says

    April 8, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    GORGEOUS! I LOVE the idea of a petite wreath for a door…. When I was in high school, we used to do these mums for football season….ridiculously over-the-top flowers with all kinds of ribbons and charms hanging from them to represent one of the players…..and I was just thinking how much fun it would be to do something like this instead! A sweet headpiece!!! Love it girls.

    Jana & Vanessa – The VWM Girls!

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  7. Ann says

    April 8, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    This is very soft and pretty. Love it!

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  8. Julie says

    April 9, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    I love it as a headpiece—how beautiful & creative! I’m going to pin that for a future birthday idea! Your little model is just gorgeous.

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