Buffalo Check Christmas Wreath
When my clock died I saved the parts.
I knew they'd be good for something some day and for some of those
lucky parts, that day is today!
I began by painting the outside of the clock with a green chalky finish paint by DecoArt.
The paint sticks to the shiny finish with no problem.
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When the paint dried, (I "quick dry" my projects by sitting them in front of a fan), I sanded the edges for a distressed look.
Next, I made a set of bells using vintage tins and 2 small wooden cherries I had in my stash.
I tied the bells together with a narrow buffalo check ribbon.
Next, I made a large bow with a wider buffalo check wired ribbon and tied on the bells.
I hot glued a small twig of berries to my clock then tied on the bow with the bells.
I used a scrap piece of painted wood and used a Sharpie paint pen to write Merry Little Christmas then attached it to the wreath with hot glue.
That old broken clock became a beautiful buffalo check Christmas wreath, saving it from the land fill and beautifully decorating my front door!
I am replacing the winter wreath basket I made last year with a fresh new look.
Another great idea is the Canning Jar Holiday Wreath that uses recycled canning jar lids and the Easy Fall Hoop Wreath.
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This is so pretty, Susan! I'd never have guessed that was a clock part!
ReplyDeleteI'm featuring this cutie in this weekend's DIY Salvaged Junk party. Thanks for bringing it over! :)
Thanks so much Donna, I always appreciate your features :)
DeleteWhat a lovely way to repurpose an old clock frame, Susan! Love the color, the buffalo check ribbon and the cute sign. Such a pretty holiday wreath!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Marie, this was a fun project! One of those projects that takes on a mind of it's own while I'm working on it!
DeleteVery clever way to reuse an old clock. I LOVE how it turned out! When I first saw it I thought that it was a wooden picture frame not a clock part.
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever idea! Love this old clock frame repurposed as a wreath and the bells couldn't be more adorable. I need to go to thrift stores, flea markets, and yard sales more! What a treasure trove of supplies can be found. Thanks so muh for sharing this. Keep on inspiring us.
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