Monday, July 25, 2011

Building a Custom Wreath

One of my customers requested that I make him a new wreath for his front door!
I don't get many custom orders, but when I do.... I love it!


I started with a grapevine wreath, that was already covered in greenery.


I start by adding my biggest pieces... 
the fruit and the orchids, this will be the focal point.

Little by little...


piece by piece...

she's getting there...


His house color is a cream and his door barn red, 
I want this wreath to pop and compliment the front of the house!


I love using these vines to wrap around, it gives some nice texture and depth.


Using a lot of different flowers, but in the 
same color combination adds to the texture as well.


A lot of different greenery helps add interest too.

Done!


I would love to have this on my front door!
(If only I could afford it!)
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19 comments:

  1. Amy ChalmersJuly 26, 2011 4:06 PM

    Well this is gorgeous! I can say without hesitation because I saw this spectacular wreath in person!! You did a fantastic job on this wreath B!

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  2. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJuly 26, 2011 4:28 PM

    As a floral designer I say, Bravo!!!! Beautifully done! XO, Pinky

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  3. LKellsAntiquesJuly 26, 2011 8:56 PM

    It is beautiful!

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  4. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)July 27, 2011 2:46 AM

    This so beautiful! You did a fantastic job! Thanks for sharing:)
    Friend, I would love to see you on my blog:)

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  5. MonicaJuly 27, 2011 3:30 PM

    Italy: era da un pò di tempo che non guardavo il tuo blog, che meraviglia. adoro i tuoi BEFORE and AFTER. Sei bravissima! I mobili non sono più gli stessi dopo il tuo lavoro. Complimenti!
    Passa da me, se ti va!
    See you soon, Monica!

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  6. AnonymousJuly 28, 2011 12:19 AM

    This is so pretty! I love the fruit and all of the greenery. You've done a wonderful job.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  7. UnknownJuly 28, 2011 8:10 AM

    Spectacular!

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  8. UnknownJuly 28, 2011 10:42 AM

    Lovely! I love it all, and the vine does add a nice woodsy touch to all the greens and creams. Beautiful work!

    Di @ http://subjectschosenatrandom.blogspot.com/2011/07/haint-blue.html

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  9. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydJuly 28, 2011 12:17 PM

    F A B U L O U S ~ I miss being in floral design when I see wonderful things like this, your Wreath design is So Beautiful & Creative....

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  10. abeachcottageJuly 29, 2011 10:20 AM

    Your wreath is so lovely. Thanks for sharing it at Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays.

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  11. Beverly@southernhomesweethomeAugust 03, 2011 10:26 PM

    So gorgeous! You did a wonderful job.. it is just lovely

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  12. La Vie QuotidienneAugust 05, 2011 11:14 PM

    Just beautiful...I would love it on my door too!

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  13. PamelaAugust 06, 2011 12:05 AM

    What a gorgeous wreath! Which reminds me I need to make a new one for fall.

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  14. Vickie @ Ranger 911August 06, 2011 11:47 PM

    A beautiful wreath like that is such a welcoming touch to a front door!

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  15. Mona Kay GormanAugust 09, 2011 10:39 PM

    Ohhhh... Gorgeous!! Now a follower :)

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  16. Donata CurtottiSeptember 23, 2011 4:59 AM

    Really gorgeous blog!
    hugs
    donata

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  17. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenOctober 19, 2011 6:00 PM

    Gorgeous wreath! You did an awesome job! I'm your newest follower ;)
    Blessings,
    ~Wendy

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  18. Kitchen BenchtopsDecember 14, 2011 3:56 AM

    What a perfect fall look and you could change the look easily with the seasons.

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  19. JudyAugust 24, 2017 5:37 PM

    I know this post is froma while back, but I just had to comment. Your wreath is without a doubt, THE most gorgeous fall wreath I've ever seen! What incredible creative beauty!

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