I made a summer wreath for our front porch today. Leo and I have been working on our front porch for a week or so, finally getting around to some things that we've talked about doing for a while.
We spend so much time on our porch each day, beginning with our first cup of coffee. Our porch is pretty comfortable, but we wanted to do a few things to freshen it up a bit.
I have several seasonal wreaths that I use out here, but I needed one that could stay up all summer.
The colors that we use on the porch are red, gold, and brown. See that cute pillow? Leo picked it up at Lowe's and it was very inexpensive. I know you are looking on the right side of this picture and wondering, "What in the world do I see?"
Those are our dancing frogs! Yeah, I know, you were thinking something else, weren't you?
At Christmastime, I put little stocking caps on their heads. Leo and I loved them when we first saw them because we like to shag, which is our state dance.
The male frog even reminds me a little of Leo. He did tell me that someone gave him the nickname "Toad" in high school. Hmm......
Anyway, back to the wreath. I didn't want to spend much money on my wreath so I decided to rework on old wreath that I've had for about 12 years or so. It has been hanging on our storage building and was looking pretty bad, but I thought it could be reworked into something that I could use.
There wasn't much left hanging on the old grapevine wreath, so I found a few items at Hobby Lobby to use on the wreath.
This cute miniature birdhouse was on sale for $2.00.
I bought some red ribbon and flowers. They were all 50% off.
Had to have a sunflower because no flower says summer more than a sunflower.
I made a bow with the ribbon. My sister-in-law, Jean, taught me how to make bows. Thanks, Jean! It's not perfect, but it'll do.
I wrapped the wreath with the rest of the ribbon, put on the bow, and was ready to hang the wreath.
Here it is! All done and ready for the summer. I have a few more things that I'm doing on the porch that I will reveal in the next few posts. Check back soon to see what we're doing.
Stacey
The wreath is perfect for summer! I can appreciate the toads too since they mean so much to you. I always enjoy listening to Crossroads Radio. 🙂
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This is perfect for the summer so fresh!
classiccasualhome.com
So pretty. Looks like a great place to relax.
Kathy Ransom
Love the wreath! You did a terrific job - the ribbon is great! Perfect colors for Summer!
Kathy
Susan in SC
Very pretty Jane! I love your dancing toads! So cute!! I am sure they make you smile every time you look at them!!
Dawn
Lovely wreath. I think sunflowers brighten up any area. Forgot to tell you your grill is the inspiration to be mentioned on my upcoming blog post:)
Sue
Thanks for stopping by Jane. I love your new "old" wreath. It is perfect to last all summer. I am busy getting our outdoor spaces ready for the parties next week. Hope to see you there.
Andrea
What a sweet wreath and perfect for country summer!
susan
what a charming wreath...new to your blog and I am loving it! checking out all your links as well...thank you for blogging!!
RHoda @ Southern Hospitality
Hi, Jane, thanks for stopping by! Seems so many enjoyed the gardening post & I loved reading all the comments. Your wreath is so pretty, looks lovely on your door. Happy summer & hope your garden is bountiful too.
jim
I see the resemblance, Toad.
Vickie
Love the wreath-yep sunflowers are a must for summer. Love the cute dancing frogs. I always love porch ideas, can't wait to see the rest.
Barbara F.
That is a nice re-do on the wreath, and I love the birdie pillow you got at Lowe's. You and Leo are a hardworking team! xo,