Monday, March 5, 2012

Ruffled Dropcloth Wreath

I have had enough of winter and was in the mood for a new wreath. Using things I had on hand and some inspiration from Pinterest, this is what I ended up with:  My 'Ruffled Dropcloth Wreath'.
My inspiration came from Jones Design Company. They have a beautiful 'Spring Wreath' with a tutorial at this link. I love their wreath with it's perfectly placed birds nest laying on a bed of moss and surrounded by gorgeous linen ruffles.
For my version, I chose to use Dropcloth fabric for the Ruffles and a trio of Burlap and Painters Cloth Rosettes in place of the nest. If you are unsure how to make rosettes, Freckled Laundry has a wonderful video tutorial.
The course nature of the Burlap and the nubby imperfections of the Dropcloth fabric are a texture combination I never seem to tire of!
For a bit of 'natural bling' - I added a few sprigs of Juniper and some simple twigs.
The rock backdrop for my wreath is our well used fieldstone fireplace. I am currently working on a simple 'Spring Mantel' and will post about that in the coming days.

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49 comments:

  1. I ma fed up with the cold as well thankfully here it is looking and feeling like spring. Awesome wreath I love it ! Have a good day !

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  2. This is such a classic look!

    Mrs. Delightful
    www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  3. It's impressive how similar the linen and dropcloth look. Linen can be expensive, so that is an awesome alternative! And those rich-in-texture flowers add a lot too. Nice work, Suzanne!

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  4. This is beautiful! I love how you decided to do the rosettes- I like those better. BTW- how did you get all your linky parties lined up so perfectly at the bottom?

    I hope you'll stop by and link up: http://www.serendipityandspice.com/2012/03/manic-monday-8.html

    -Melissa

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  5. I love the ruffle look! Your rosette flowers look fantastic too, I'm not sure I have that skill yet. Heck I don't know that I can ruffle anything either. I better stick with wrapping yarn around a foam wreath form and calling it a day. ha!

    Stopping by from A Bowl Full of Lemons linky party. :)

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  6. Love it! I'm pinning it and sharing it of FB!

    Anna
    www.askannamoseley.com

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  7. Who knew something so pretty could come from a drop cloth?! Love it!

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  8. Beautiful crown ... I like it. I'm pinning it :) Greetings from me and the Czech Republic.

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  9. Saw your wreath over at CrsftOManiac when i was linky mine. Yours is lovely. I love your blog header too. You are a very talented crafter.

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  10. Hi! That's a beautiful idea. I love wreaths and I love ruffles! I'm a new follower :)
    Cas x

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  11. That is lovely and so natural looking!

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  12. I saw this at serendipity and spice. I love the ruffles on it. I'd love it if you shared it over at Whimsy Wednesdays at www.thenymelrosefamily.blogspot.com/2012/03/whimsy-wednesdays-1.html.

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  13. Beautiful Wreath! It sure looks like spring, very inviting!!

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  14. Amazing! it is hard yo believe that was a drop cloth! love the fabric rosettes too! Would love for you to link up to our Uncommonly Yours link party! Bonnie ;)

    www.uncommondesignsonline.com

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  15. Thanks for stopping by my blog today for the linky followers blog hop. Now I'm discovering your blog for the first time. It's beautiful! I look forward to coming back some more... Rita from www.harbourbreezehome.com

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  16. Hi there! just found your blog and I love what I see so Im following you now!Love Love Love your wreath!So Simplistic and rustic:) Stop over sometime and follow me as well:) Deidre~ http://simplysimplisticated4.blogspot.com

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  17. Thanks for visiting my blog for the Linky blog hop. I love that wreath, how cute is that!! I am returning the Linky follow!

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  18. Great wreath! I love the fabric rosettes. Thanks for your kind comment.

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  19. So pretty and I love it displayed in the frame. I really like the neutral colors and natural fabric textures!

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  20. I like, I like, I like! Different for a wreath but I'm loving it. I may have to see what I have laying around and come up with something too. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  21. I'm so glad you shared this over at Whimsy Wednesday over at The NY Melrose Family. The detail in the rosettes is stunning.

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  22. Love the wreath and truly wondering how we just found each other...I'm now following your blog and on Pinterest...come on over and do the same...loving your blog...have a happy day, Mariaelena....PS: nice to meet you!!

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  23. Such a great mix of rustic and pretty. Nicely done. Thanks for sharing your creativity on Motivated Monday at BeColorful
    pam

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  24. LOVE it. I just made a burlap wreath for St. Patricks Day. I wanted to stay "rustic" with my theme this year. I'm new to your blog!

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  25. What a gorgeous wreath! Great job!
    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  26. I'm dropping by as The CSI Project guest judge this week. This wreath is gorgeous! I love the use of the natural fibers. Great job!

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  27. I just wanted to let you know that you’ve been featured on homework. Please stop by and grab a featured button. Thank you again for linking up your beautiful project.
    Have a great weekend.
    http://carolynshomework.blogspot.com/2012/03/inspiration-board-link-party-spotlight_09.html

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  28. Very pretty wreath! I love the flowers too! Thanks for sharing at the Rock 'N Share! I shared your post on my FB page tonight!

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  29. Gorgeous wreath...can't wait to see your mantel! Love your header, too.

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  30. I love your wreath. Everything about these textures appeal to me. Great job!

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    God bless you, Amy

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  31. I love it!!! Pinning this!

    Thanks for linking it up @ Creatively Living!!!

    --Katie

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  32. Such a beautiful wreath,thanks for linking up to Creative Mondays :)

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  33. Thanks for sharing your beautiful wreath at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy! I will add this to my Pinterest Wreath board when I have a moment - and I look forward to seeing your creations this week!

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  34. Suzanne, the wreath is gorgeous! You are so clever. You are a true inspiration! Love it!

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  35. Back to tell you that your beautiful wreath is one of my Features at this week's Inspire Me Monday - congrats! Look forward to seeing more of your beautiful projects!

    Create With Joy
    http://create-with-joy.com

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  36. So darn pretty! Love the ruffle and that little nest is perfection!

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  37. We featured you tonight! thank you for linking up to Uncommon! Stop by and grab a button! ;)

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  38. Very pretty! I love the little burlap rosettes.

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  39. I love your wreath!!!! I need to make one for my house! I would love for you to link up at my party going on now at Jillify It!

    Enter to win a Hobby Lobby gift card while you're there!

    Jill
    www.jillifyit.com

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  40. I think this is such a great look for a wreath, Suzanne! I am sharing my version of your wreath on my blog today & adding a link back here to your blog so they can see my inspiration. Hope you don't mind!
    CAS

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  41. What a great wreath! I've seen so many cute things made from drop cloths that I really need to pick some up!

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  42. Your wreath is amazing. I've just looked at your refurbished cart, i would die to find one of those. Noticed you live in New Hampshire, I am from Southampton in Hampshire U.K. We have visited The inns at Mill Falls in New Hampshire 4 times and love it there, you are very lucky to live in such a lovely place. Karen Barclay www.karenbarclay.com

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  43. I am featuring your wreath over at decor2adore{able}.com

    It will be up on the 12th.

    Cheri

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