Simple Wreaths

Susan K Mullins
by Susan K Mullins
4 Materials
$5
1 Hour
Easy
Challenge: Create something using a thrift store find. I have been looking for a couple of small square frames to use for making wreaths. So, today I had a little time to explore in a couple of our local thrift stores. I found several items I think I can use for other projects. I also discovered two of what I thought were unique square picture frames. Well, when I finally was able to start working on my project, I quickly realized they were not frames. I am not sure what they were originally used for. It was tough removing the plexiglass out of the squares, but I succeeded. “I am woman, hear me roar!” I love my small square wreaths. Please read along and I will share the steps I took to create the wreaths.
At first I thought I might make three wreaths, but I decided to stay with my original plan and just make the two square wreaths. I used the two frames from the thrift store for .99 each and silky thread from the thrift store for .59 and eucalyptus I previously purchased from another store.
I sat down to work, plugged up my hot glue gun and turned the first frame over to remove the glass. Uh oh, this was not a frame at all and it did not have glass. The frames were some type of panels for who knows what. Never know you will find when thrifting! I love it!!!


The inside of the frame had four pieces of rubber protecting the edges. These were easy enough to remove. So I removed all four pieces just by pulling them out with my fingers.
I could not budge the center piece of the frame. I was sure it was not glass. So,I used a hammer and after multiple blows, finally broke the plexiglass.


Whom ever put the plexiglass in the metal frame meant for it to stay. It took the use of needle nose pliers to pull all of the plexiglass out of the frame.
There was more of the rubber lining deep inside of the frame. Once I was finally able to get a good hold on the rubber, I was able to remove it in large pieces.
I followed the same process on the other frame. It seemed a little easier. Maybe it was because I knew more of what to expect. Let’s just say, I am glad they only had the two frames. I would have bought more, because I thought they were so stinking cute.
Next, I clipped off some of the eucalyptus leaves and hot glued them around the frame. I forgot to take pictures of this step. All I did was use small scissors and clip the dried eucalyptus leaves until I had a small pile. Then I dabbed a small amount of hot glue on the frame and attached the leaves. The eucalyptus stems had small berries on the ends. I added some of the berries to the top, left-hand corner of each wreath for an added touch.
I used the .59 silky thread to make a hanger. I cut the thread the length I desired and hot glued it to the back of the frame.
Project completed!
I made these for my kitchen. we are still in the process of working n the kitchen, so I am not ready to hang them. I did want to see what they will look like hanging so I tried them on this chest.
Here they are hanging on a door. I love them! There are so many different ways you can decorate them. I do like the fresh eucalyptus scent and the wine color. I may decide to make a round wreath and use the green color. This is a simple, inexpensive project. Thank you for taking the time to view my post.
Suggested materials:
  • Picture frames
  • Glue gun and glue sticks
  • Silky thread
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