Clothespin Wreath

Hello Dears,

Just to catch you up on things I have been working on my friend's houses by packing, redecorating, and packing, redecorating some more.  Also, I have been diligently working on my Crafty Sewing room attempting to get it organized before I return back to work.  Also my family came for a visit, and daddy helped me hang shelves around three sides of the upper perimeter of my room.  I can't wait to show off the finished organization.   

In other news, I asked a friend to help me with some things I am working on.  As form of payment, she requested I craft her a wreath.  Her great grans are living in a nursing home, and she explained to me that other people passing by her parent's door pick at the wreath she purchased and placed outside.  As a result, I got my crafty juices flowing.  While on my trip to KS, I read over some magazines my mom brought along for us to read.  Here is the link and this is my version!

My wreath is different because my mother-in-law always gives me these little motivational sayings, so I decided to incorporate both ideas into an even better idea. I started thinking about how the folks and other guests were pulling things off the wreath. Why not make their day in the process and give them a bit of motivational scripture and a touch of sunshine in their lives?   Anyway, I am super excited to get this to her!  

Notes about changes in the directions I followed:

1. Depending on the hot gluing method and technique you use, I only used 50 clothespins.  The directions called for 72 pins. 
2. I used some bias tape and stitched ribbon right down the middle for added support and fluff.
3. I used a zig-zag stitch on the machine for a design element of interest, texture and ease of sewing.  
4. The bow directions called for 24 inches of ribbons, and this made a stingy bow.  As a result, I changed up the amount of ribbon used.  Instead, I used 48 inches of ribbon.  The first 24 inches I stitched it together at the topped, and I slipped it down to the front because I wanted the seam for added bow fluff.  Then I used the other 24 inches and tied the bow like a shoelace bow right at the seam! 
5. For added protection from pickers, I hot glued the bow in place so it won't move around as quickly.
6. I hot glued the bow to the wreath.  Refer back to statement number five.  
7. I pinked the edges, so the bow tails will not fray.    

Anyway, I have enjoyed sharing my process with you.  Also, this wreath cost next to nothing to make!  Enjoy what little bit of summer that remains.  
Hugs, 
A