I started with a simple Grapevine wreath that I purchased from Michael's Craft Store. I originally bought a 12" Grapevine wreath but realized that I wanted something bigger so I got a 24" wreath instead.
I also bought this cute 8" MDF Scroll Letter which I painted in my favorite Vintage Market and Design paint color; Antique.
Next, I used wire cutters to cut the stems off of some silk roses that I had laying around.
You can use any type of flower that you want for this part. I think that's what makes this projects so personal.
I considered using peonies, sunflowers, or hydrangeas, but I settled on roses.
Then, I used a low-heat glue gun to glue the flowers onto the wreath.
I absolutely love having a hot glue gun. It makes most projects I do that much easier. The only issue is the stringy mess they leave, but that's not to hard to clean up.
See all those stringy, spiderweb looking things all over? I just had to spend a few minutes picking that all off.
I then wrapped twine around the opposite side of where I glued the flowers for a more rustic look. It also helped with attaching my "G" to the wreath.
When I was done wrapping the twine around I simply tied down the "G" with a bow. By the way, the "G" is for my families last name but you would want to pick the letter best suited for your families home.
I tied a bow with burlap and lace ribbon and voila, a wreath to hang in that empty spot on my porch!
Just to show how I hung it up, I attached more twine to the bow and hung it on a light. I think it completes my space quite nicely.
I hope that you have fun creating your special family wreath! I would love to see pictures of your completed projects also.
