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September 24, 2010 by Angie 22 Comments

Yes. My dirty little secret.
While the inside of my house was plumped for Fall, my front door was barren.
{And while I am not fond of the white screen door, it came with the house.}
I had a bad case of the buy-something-new-itis this week.
I really, really, really wanted to buy something new for the front door.
I looked around at a few shops and found a wreath that I quite liked, but it was $70.
With all the monies that just flew out of our house for school fees and sports fees, I could not justify $70 that was basically a want…not a need.
So I went shopping in my basement.
I found this wreath that I bought in 2001 for our new house in Nova Scotia.
It came from Wicker Emporium…..a store in the Maritimes that I love.
I decided to add a little orange to freshen it up.
So I took this flower pick I already had from Michaels…

and cut some pieces to add to the wreath with floral tape.
Here is the finished project:
{Cost: $0.00}
There you have it-an upcycled wreath for Fall.
I also switched out this summer-ready lantern from this:
To this:
And added it to the little bistro table beside the front door.
Next I will be adding some fresh pumpkins.
Canadian Thanksgiving is just 2 weeks away!
How are you decorating for Thanksgiving?


*Edited to Add: This wreaths was featured here:



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  1. Chrissie says

    September 24, 2010 at 10:34 pm

    I love shopping in the basement!Everything looks lovely~

    Reply
  2. Pamela says

    September 24, 2010 at 11:08 pm

    The wreath is gorgerous and good for you jazzy up something you had.
    Love the lantern too!
    I'm looking for some small pumpkins and some coloured leaves for my harvest table. I am hosting our first Thanksgiving dinner for my hubby's family. I love Thanksgiving!
    I also want to add that i love your new photo header Angie..it is perfect for fall!
    Pamela xo

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  3. Dining Delight says

    September 25, 2010 at 12:25 am

    Good for you, using what you had on hand! I did the same thing with the wreath I just made for my front door (haven't posted it yet). Yours turned out wonderfully and you saved a pile of $! Your lantern looks perfect for fall now too. I can't believe Thanksgiving is coming up so fast!!

    DD

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  4. Pam @ diy Design Fanatic says

    September 25, 2010 at 1:56 am

    You did a fantastic job on your wreath and for free!!!I really love your fall touch to the lantern too. Thanks for stopping by and for the nice comment on my daughter's party!

    Reply
  5. Jan @ bobbypins boardwalk says

    September 25, 2010 at 4:57 am

    I love wreaths and this one is so beautiful. Well done!

    Reply
  6. Lindy says

    September 25, 2010 at 5:24 am

    Upcycled? How cute. It's looks like a very expensive wreath. And, look what you saved by doing it yourself!

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    September 25, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    I just wanted to stop by and let you know that I linked to this post today from the Home & Garden channel at Craft Gossip. 🙂

    Your feature will appear in the main Craft Gossip RSS feed, on the main home page and can be found directly here
    http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/9-fall-wreath-ideas/

    If you would like a "featured by" button, you can grab one here!
    http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/grab-a-craft-gossip-button/

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  8. Lenore @ Lather. Write. Repeat. says

    September 25, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    Beautiful! What a small change to make such a big difference. I confess, I'm not a seasonal decorator but I love seeing what others do!

    XO
    Lenore

    Reply
  9. Bronwyn says

    September 25, 2010 at 9:20 pm

    You've spruced that wreath up beautifully! No one will even notice that white door !

    Reply
  10. Kim says

    September 26, 2010 at 12:19 am

    Very cute. It's amazing how just adding a few different flowers (and berries) can make your existing items look so fresh.

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  11. Lisa says

    September 26, 2010 at 12:34 am

    Very pretty! I love your decor! I'm planning on taking out my fall decorations bins tomorrow to get started on my house!

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  12. Land family says

    September 26, 2010 at 4:33 pm

    Lovely as always! Amazing how those deep colored berries can make such a striking contrast to what was there previously (sea shells). Love your wreath too. 🙂

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  13. C.R.A.F.T. says

    September 26, 2010 at 10:16 pm

    very cute! come on over and link up to MMM 🙂

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  14. Becca says

    September 27, 2010 at 1:27 am

    Your "upstyled" wreath is so pretty! Love all of the vibrant colors in there, not to mention the fact that it was *fer-eeee* to make! And, your lantern is beautiful with the Fall pieces in it. *Becca*

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  15. Petie@inspirednesting.com says

    September 29, 2010 at 2:22 pm

    Nice update to the wreath. It looks very warm and welcoming. I really like the lantern too. Happy Canadian
    Thanksgiving!

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  16. Julia @ Hooked on Houses says

    September 30, 2010 at 1:04 am

    Looks great! Love that lantern. 🙂

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  17. this blessed nest says

    October 1, 2010 at 2:50 am

    you are so smart for doing this!

    the wreath looks beautiful. love that latern too!

    thanks for linking up to the FALL FESTIVAL!

    kellie

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    July 30, 2012 at 8:57 pm

    Thanks for linking up to The "Autumn Décor" Talent Scouting Party at WhisperWood Cottage, Angie!

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