…or in this case, the front door.
As much as I have a passion for waiting to get in the Christmas spirit until after Thanksgiving, I may have made an exception for a “wreath” on our door. (It’s really more wintery than Christmas-y, though, so I think I’m alright) The truth is, completing any projects around here–and then blogging about them–is hard enough as it is these days, so I had to move when the Spirit hit me!
Here’s a simple idea that doesn’t cost much (my specialty!) or take much time:
I wish I could say I came up with this concept on my own. But, I didn’t. Pinterest.
All I did was collect some pine cones. Ahem…a year ago…okay…my mom collected them. Hey, I said it’s hard to do more than keep my kids alive!
Then, I found some ribbon at Hobby Lobby for 1/2 off (which is pretty much every other week).
Next, I cut the ribbon in about 12-18 inch strips and tied one end to the knot on the end of my pine cone.
I used a little hot glue to secure the knot to the pine cone.
I repeated those steps about 8 times or so, and then tied all the ribbon ends together. I hung it on the front door using one of those handy-dandy Command Hooks.
Now, the burning question is Should it hang higher (as seen above) or lower?
I realize that most of you don’t notice the difference and no one probably cares, but I need opinions, people!
Anyway, I like it. It only took about 15 minutes to make (that is, once I finally got all the supplies) and I think it adds some cheer during this gloomy time of year (yes, I am aware that I rhymed, Jonathan). 🙂
Great idea, Sami! I like it lower, by the way. 🙂
Lower! 🙂
I like it lower on the door, but it really does not make that much of a difference (I had to take a second look at both pictures). Beautiful and simple!