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May Day Country Cottage Wreath DIY
May 01, 2020
Good Morning and thank you for joining me today as I celebrate May Day!
Truly what a beautiful day it is here in the mountains of Colorado, the sun is slipping through the pines and we didn't get below freezing last night.
After having had an extremely cold and snowy Winter we are welcoming spring with open arms.
The last snow drift has melted, tulips are budding and I saw the first bumble bee and hummingbird of the season.
Naturally with all of this Spring bursting around me I was compelled to create a May Day Country Cottage Wreath.
May Day is traditionally the day to celebrate Spring, so in honor of the tradition I am sharing this easy and pretty May Day Spring wreath for you to make, or if that isn't up your alley how about these other May Day suggestions!
WHAT TO DO ON MAY DAY
Make a May Day Flower Crown
Make a Flower Hat
Give a May Day Flower Basket
Plant Some Spring Flowers
Dance around a Maypole
Enjoy a May Day Picnic
Build a May Day Bonfire
Do a May Day Dance
Read a picture Book about Springtime
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DIRECTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING MAY DAY COUNTRY COTTAGE WREATH
For video instruction please click here.
Happy May Day Friends and for more May Day Inspiration I thought you might enjoy the following links!
Truly what a beautiful day it is here in the mountains of Colorado, the sun is slipping through the pines and we didn't get below freezing last night.
After having had an extremely cold and snowy Winter we are welcoming spring with open arms.
The last snow drift has melted, tulips are budding and I saw the first bumble bee and hummingbird of the season.
Naturally with all of this Spring bursting around me I was compelled to create a May Day Country Cottage Wreath.
May Day is traditionally the day to celebrate Spring, so in honor of the tradition I am sharing this easy and pretty May Day Spring wreath for you to make, or if that isn't up your alley how about these other May Day suggestions!
WHAT TO DO ON MAY DAY
Make a May Day Flower Crown
Make a Flower Hat
Give a May Day Flower Basket
Plant Some Spring Flowers
Dance around a Maypole
Enjoy a May Day Picnic
Build a May Day Bonfire
Do a May Day Dance
Read a picture Book about Springtime
MAY DAY COUNTRY COTTAGE WREATH SUPPLY LIST
- Grapevine wreath ( I used a 14 inch)
- Silk roses
- Assorted floral picks and greenery
- Small terra-cotta pot
- Raffia
- Black Buffalo Check Ribbon
- Florist Foam and Florist Wire or Chenille stems
- Moss rocks
- Florist Wire Cutters
- E6000 glue or Hot glue
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DIRECTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING MAY DAY COUNTRY COTTAGE WREATH
For video instruction please click here.
- Simply snip and separate flowers from stems and picks.
- Wrap terra-cotta pot in raffia, make simple bow and secure both of them with glue.
- Insert chenille stem or florist wire through hole in bottom of terra-cotta pot and out through top of pot.
- Glue florist foam into bottom of terra-cotta pot add flowers, moss and moss stone.
- Wrap chenille stem around grapevine wreath to secure terra-cotta pot.
- Place flowers, floral picks and greenery into grapevine wreath, secure with glue if desired.
Happy May Day Friends and for more May Day Inspiration I thought you might enjoy the following links!
How about breakfast in the Garden with Bonnie who writes a beautiful blog over at Living With Thanksgiving.
Inspiration and nature with Pam as she shares her Quimper and Wildflowers in Everyday Living.
Inspiration and nature with Pam as she shares her Quimper and Wildflowers in Everyday Living.
Super cute Jemma! Love the bright colors! Happy May Day!
ReplyDeleteLove your wreath!
ReplyDeleteSusan
Love it Jemma. Super cute. I love the color of the flowers. Very pretty. Happy May Day.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
I love this wreath when I saw it on Instagram. it's filled with my favorite colors. Also neat that you mentioned May day... As I kid, it was customary for me to make colored paper cones and fill with fresh flowers from our yard to hang on the neighbors door. The knock and run was my specialty but sometimes I would hide so I could watch get a glimpse at their reaction. Something precious about a smile when someone receives fresh flowers. Hope your day was nice.
ReplyDeleteHugs - Carole
Jemma, I adore this wreath, it would be perfect on my front door! Your FB lives are always fun, enjoyable, and easy to follow. You are a talented and creative friend, I am thinking I should take up crafting again. Have a delightful weekend!
ReplyDeleteJEMMA! I always,always miss May Day; being in school always pushes out these festive moments but God-willing in my retirement, I'd love to keep up.What a gorgeous collage you created here, very magazine-worthy! Thank you for your help on my wreath question. I will get on it this weekend!
ReplyDeleteOooo, that is so pretty. I love the pink flowers, and pink and black is always a good combination. The black and white ribbon adds a special touch. The "country cottage wreath" is a perfect name for it, as it looks a little of both. Such a charming wreath, Jemma. Your creative projects make me smile. : )
ReplyDelete~Sheri
I love the wreath. So pretty. The pink pops from the wreath.
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