My mom was SOOO good at making each and every holiday special for us kids in some way (which I've written about before), and I love thinking back on my childhood and remembering those things she did (mostly VERY cheap, or even free things) to make each little holiday special, in some way.
Most of the time those special feelings were created with the use of crafty decor. I'm not sure where she came up with this Halloween Sign- but it isn't half bad, really. And I couldn't stand to let it get tossed into the "dump" pile as we were cleaning out the garage last week.
I remembered that I purchased a BLACK feather wreath on 75% off clearance at Joann's last winder and then knew exactly what I would do with them!
I cut it all apart and ended up with these three "BOO" letters that were in desperate need of painting.
After some "Vintage White" spray paint (about 6 coats to cover up the splatter paint), they were beautiful.
I used some black sturdy ribbon, strategically hot glued to the rear of each letter to tie them on the wreath individually. I paid close attention to what direction I wanted my letters hanging out to figure out which direction to glue on the ribbon.
My mom, is MASTER of bows--- she can make them big and beautiful or small and beautiful- unfortunately a skill I have yet to learn from her, but I love to watch each time- hoping I will learn.
She made me a beautiful bow with some vintage style black and white striped ribbon to adorn on the wreath.
It turned out simple and beautiful, exactly what I wanted.
A little something to add to my so-far small collection of Halloween decor to assist in making Madisyn's holiday a little more special.
Did you make a wreath this year for Halloween? I'd love to see and hear about it- please leave links in comments!
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