Neutral Fall Wreath

Oh, I know we're still enjoying the last weeks of Summer!

Yes, I do.

And I know some of you don't even want to hear about Fall, but I can't help it. My house's summer decor was beginning to look out of place.

The beloved crab art, seashells, and sailboats are all packed until next year.

I've been slowly transitioning -decor-wise- from summer to fall in a very neutral way.

One thing about today's project is that I already had everything I used.
You can also get ideas to re-think what you already own.

I re-purposed an old wreath, which was, in fact, the oldest wreath I had. 

It had been a long time since I last used it. Working on it was a complete mess. The pieces of straw kept on flying away. :/

• Note: If you have one of these, work outside.

I wish to say the idea for this wreath was mine, but it's not! 

My inspiration came from Deb. I saw a beautiful wreath in her family room, and I totally fell in love with it. So, I'm here trying to copy that wreath.

My old straw wreath was less chunky than my inspiration's —–> A pool noodle solved the thickness problem.

• Note: Still keeping that summer vibe inside ;)

Then, using an old, white fitted sheet torn into long pieces...

• Note: Don't throw away your kid's worn bed sheets. Let them jump and do as much acrobatics as they want on their beds. All that action will tenderize those fabrics to the max. :)

The wreath was wrapped. No glue is needed; tuck the pieces underneath or between both sections.

I didn't even know what else to use besides the jute rope, so I searched all around my house for white cording or something white.

I found a white decorative wire that I've used for this and this project.

After wrapping the wreath with the wire, it was time to bring out the jute rope.

Then, I remembered I had white piping from my sewing projects, so I added it, too.

• Note: If I need the piping or the jute rope, I just have to unwrap them later. No glue.  ;)

A long piece of burlap ribbon -from this project- was used to hang it in place.
My neutral Fall wreath's all done!

The pumpkin garland was the only element I bought at T.J.Maxx; I love it.

I might or might not move it from here.

Have you started any Fall decorating yet?

Please, don't tell me I'm the only one. :D

For more Fall DIY projects, check these out:

Ribbon Spool Pumpkin

Leaves Garland

Baskets - Fall Mantel

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