DIY Mid-Summer Wreath Makeover

August 12, 2013
So, seriously is Summer passing as quickly for you as it is for me?

Seems as though June was just here and I was busily preparing for 

the 4th of July. 

I enjoy the traditions of this holiday, the potato salad, cookouts and 

such and I always make a 4th of July for our front door and this 

year was no exception, but this Holiday is long gone and it is time 

to do a wreath makeover.

burlap wreath on antique secretary desk with mums, ribbon and bows




Well, Red, White and Blue are wonderful for the 4th, but not so 

much for the upcoming months.

So let me share with you how I took this Patriotic Wreath and 

transformed it into a Mid-Summer Wreath, that will easily 

transition you into Fall too.

red, white and blue wreath with stars, stripes, deco mesh and ribbon
As cute as this was, it had to be taken apart.

  Which I did, and only left the white deco mesh.  

deco mesh, burlap, beautiful late Summer and Fall wreath for your home

Oh, I was really so close to cutting off all of the deco mesh too,

but then it occurred to me, the fuller, the better.  I don't know why

I suddenly had this epiphany, I should have know this all along.

easy to make fall wreath for your home athomewithjemma shows you how

So, with snips here and there the old was gone and the new was in.

Just in time for welcoming Fall and a little cooler weather.(Please

cool weather come our way!)


decorate your home with wreaths,at home with jemma shows you how


You know the routine, a trip to wonderful, magnificent, colorful

Hobby Lobby.  Burlap, wire edges with an ever so subtle amount of 

glitz woven through.  Off white mums, and stripe ribbon for the

bow and I was in business!

striped burlap bow for your wreath or door

I am super pleased with this bow.  Bows aren't my true "thing,"  so

naturally I was a bit of a skeptic.  After cutting beige and white 

ribbon into 24 inch lengths, folding, wiring and then hot gluing, my 

bow was ready to place on the wreath.

Decorating your home with wreaths is easy


As usual I have moved my wreath from one spot to the other.  I 

really like the mix of grey on the antique secretary desk with the 

browns and creams on the wreath.  However, I also like the wreath 

on the black front door with the lead glass.


Decorate your desk, hutch, door with handmade wreaths

My Rooster is years and years old and is from an outlet mall, while

the cute little pewter clock is a gift from my oldest daughter.  These 

treasures are true keepsakes.  I found the little wire basket 

at an antique store- not really certain if it is an antique, but for 

$5.00, I felt as though I wasn't breaking the bank. 



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  1. DiannAugust 13, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    Love the wreath redo Jemma! I just picked up some florals to to redo my wreath for Fall as well.

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  2. NancyAugust 13, 2013 at 2:39 AM

    What talent you have for putting these together and patience too! Love the little vignette you created with your treasures Jemma. xo

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  3. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseAugust 13, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    I love your wreath. I'm still in summer decorating mood, because holidays in France are until the end of August and I have friends coming for a week of holiday at the cottage next week. Once they leave, I'll remember your beautiful wreath!

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  4. MariaAugust 13, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    What a beautiful wreath!!! I love how you added the burlap and the bow is BEAUTIFUL!!! Bows aren't my thing either, I need to learn how to make them! Yours looks beautiful, and it really adds to the whole wreath! :)

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  5. Tina CAugust 13, 2013 at 5:34 AM

    I love the new fall look for your wreath, very pretty.

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  6. Linda @ A La CarteAugust 13, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Jemma I love this wreath! I think I would want this up year round!

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  7. Castles Crowns and CottagesAugust 13, 2013 at 6:57 AM

    Good morning dear Jemma! Your blog is so bright and beautiful, and has a wondrous blend of summer color with FALL! We are starting to feel the cooler mornings, and in just three weeks time, I go back to the classroom to teach French. What a lovely summer it has been. Thank you kindly for coming to visit and to rejoice with me that poetry can celebrate all things. Anita

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  8. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)August 13, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    I love this, so pretty. I am so ready for fall and this is stunning. Thanks for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  9. Jody and StanAugust 13, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Jemma, Very pretty fall wreath! Thanks for sharing!

    Jody

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  10. Samantha ConnerAugust 13, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    This is my favorite 'Jemma Wreath'! Beautiful!
    :) Samantha

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  11. Khammany @ Sweet Inspired HomeAugust 13, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Hi! What a lovely wreath! Is it really almost fall already (please say yes!)? I can't wait to see more fall decor popping up. I just found your blog and am a new follower! Looking forward to seeing more!
    -Khammany

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  12. Lady LindaAugust 13, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    I really like your wreath! It is so charming and I am ready to slip into fall...gradually.
    Hope you have a wonderful week and yes, I think the summer has gone by so quickly this year.
    Love, Linda

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  13. LeslieAugust 13, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    Your wreath is so pretty Emma and perfect as we begin to transition into another season. It's still warm here but the days are beginning to get shorter and I think the temperature will begin to cool at night. It's wonderful to experience the change of seasons ~ even if it's ever so slight:) and to change are environment up. The wreath is perfect for this! xxleslie

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  14. trishieAugust 13, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    That is really pretty. Love the beige and white bow.

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  15. eileeninmdAugust 14, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Jemma, your fall wreath is beautiful. And I love the cute rooster. I wish I could be so talented, lovely makeover. Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  16. Chatty CroneAugust 14, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Oh my gosh that is gorgeous - I love it and you are right the fullness is nice looking on it. And the beige and white bow so unique. I have all the items now to make my wreathe and it is still sitting there looking at me! Love, sandie

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  17. Martha's FavoritesAugust 14, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    Hi: That is a very cute wreath. You are so talented. Love your vignette! Blessings, Martha

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  18. Chris ScheuerAugust 14, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    What a beautiful way to welcome friends, love your transformation! It's funny how different colors look pretty at different times of the year. I would not have like these colors in the Spring but now they look gorgeous to me :)

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  19. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHAugust 15, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    ADORABLE! There are so many wreaths out there but this one is truly unique. Cute vignette with the rooster too :D

    Linsey

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  20. Elizabeth @ Southern ColorAugust 15, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    This is great!! The colors are perfect for fall and I love anything with burlap ;) Stopping by from Transformation Thursday!

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  21. Style SistersAugust 15, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    So pretty and unique! Come link up to my party and share this post with us. http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/08/centerpiece-wednesday-88.html
    Karin

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  22. bjAugust 15, 2013 at 4:34 PM

    Hi,...I'm over from Mrs. Olson's...
    I really like your pretty wreath...you did a great job...I am really not ready for fall...and like you, my summer FLEW by.
    I linked to follow you thru bloglovin' and Google Friends Connect.

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  23. Jann OlsonAugust 15, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    Jemma the wreath is perfect for Fall. Love the striped ribbon! I picked up a wreath at a thrift store last week. Thinking It will make a great new Fall wreath with a bit of tweaking. I am really thinking Fall also. Too bad it was 100 degrees today. lol! Sure feels like Fall in the morning. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  24. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereAugust 18, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Jemma, I adore your wreath! Thank you for joining the Open House party and have a great week!


    xx,

    Sherry

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  25. Kathy A Delightsome LifeAugust 19, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Jemma, this wreath is amazing! Love the use of burlap, white mesh, flowers and that gorgeous striped ribbon. We're supposed to get a Hobby Lobby nearby next month. I can't wait! I am delighted that you shared with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  26. thepaintedapron.comAugust 19, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    Great wreath Jemma! I'm so glad Marty featured it because I somehow missed it last week! Love the striped burlap ribbon bow~I was in HL the other day and all kinds of things followed me home! Great re-purposing job!
    Jenna

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  27. At Rivercrest CottageAugust 19, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    I think this is a knock out wreath. love, love, love the striped ribbon bow.

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  28. Jann OlsonAugust 21, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    Hi Jemma, just popping in to let you know that I will be featuring you at SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  29. The Summer Kitchen GirlsAugust 21, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    Cute!! Love that striped ribbon ~ adorable!

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  30. Tammy HendersonAugust 22, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Just came from Share your cup...you wreath is just gorgeous I love the colors and that striped ribbon is just perfect! I host a party on Sundays at www.onemoretimeevents.com would love it if you came by and shared your talent some time. New follower. Tammy

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  31. JoAnn HutchesonOctober 14, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    Sooo pretty! I've not yet made anything with the mesh stuff, but I will now ! Love how you made it interchangeable. Thanks so much for the BOW HOW TO.... I always make a mess of mine.

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  32. LisaJuly 7, 2016 at 7:17 AM

    Jemma I think you are the Wreath Queen! This is so beautiful and I love that you were able to reuse your 4th of July wreath.

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  33. StaceyJuly 7, 2016 at 8:22 AM

    This is so pretty Joyce! I'm glad you brought this post back. Pinning and pinning.

    By the way, saw our friend Renee last night and she commented on how beautiful your photos are. :)

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