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9.04.2011

Rustic, Country, Whole-Grain Wreath

At the beginning of each season I like to create a wreath from things that I've gathered while out and about in the countryside. So, out I went looking for something that would epitomize autumn and what better material could I choose than some kind of grain, since we are surrounded by farmland. Yes, I may have strayed from the ditch to the edge of a farmers field of oats . . . hmmmm . . . I hope they don't notice when it comes time to count the grains after harvest . . .


my newest creation
I love natural, local material
a bit of burlap
sunshine
sunshine
oat love
from whence it came
a car went by and I had to hide
wrapping - no glue used
Start with a straw based wreath. Take small batches of oats (cut stems short) and wrap with twine, heavy thread or as I used, floss! As you add each batch it covers up the first one. I wrapped my wreath twice - here you can see that the whole wreath is covered but I'm starting a new layer.


create sprays for the bottom of the wreath
Create two (or more) sprays by laying a bunch of oats opposite each other and securing with floral wire.



Us a floral pick to anchor it to the wreath.



Wrap wire around the sprays and the wreath.



Tie with some kind of bow - I used a simple rustic piece of burlap and voila! you have your wreath. The wonderful thing is that it doesn't have to be perfect - it's a rustic country wreath, after all.





I'm joining the DIY wreath party at the Nesting Place


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53 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    I love it! It looks great against the rustic wood.

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  2. JaniceSeptember 4, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Lovely wreath...definitely says autumn!

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  3. TexWisGirlSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    that is gorgeous! love it, in its simplicity! and i was laughing at the thought of you practically laying down in the field to hide from the car! :)

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  4. Jo-Anna@APrettyLifeSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    This wreath is absolutely beyond gorgeous!! YOU have outdone yourself! LOVE IT!
    Jo

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  5. Funky Junk InteriorsSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Oh my gosh... this is so STUNNING. I want and need this. Your chosen background is killer as well. So inspiring!

    Found you on nester's party. :)

    Donna
    http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    So beautiful - so happy that Nester had this fabulous party! You made me think of the best part of Idaho and bring my heart home. Fabulous!

    xoxo michele

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    So when you said it was made of things you "found" outside...
    I doubt you had to duck and cover but it made me laugh.
    Beautiful job. How many more are you willing to make?

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  8. Judy ~ Through My Garden WindowSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    What a great idea!! We've had to duck in fields of Sunflowers while in ND before, so I know what you are saying about duck and cover ;-). I'm thinking about poking my hydrangea blooms into a wreath this year...if I just have the patience.

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  9. Ms. BeckySeptember 4, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    this is amazing - it looks like a beautiful cloud on the door. and rustic yes; I love the texture. you make it look simple and if I find some oats in a field, I may have to try my hand at this. I love your creativity, and I see that it extends way beyond your photos. happy day to you Barb.

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  10. cherylSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    great wreath and beautiful photos.

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  11. DeannaSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Oh I love this wreath and especially the place that you hung it, perfect. Thanks for taking us step by step thru the process. All of the photos are fantastic, especially like the macro.

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  12. reFresh reStyleSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Found you at the Nester's party! Love your wreath! All your photos are wonderful!
    Debbie

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  13. CherieSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    So very pretty! I love the natural content and it looks amazing outside! So funny that you hid from a passing car!

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  14. UnknownSeptember 4, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    This is so full and gorgeous!! Love it against the weathered wood, too. Stunning.

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  15. Funky Junk InteriorsSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Well then, welcome to my own partay! My facebookers are on a frenzy for your creation! :)

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150352730521141&set=a.192514281140.164586.175378011140&type=1&theater

    Gorgeous. I just want to take that entire door... make it buiding and plunk it in place somewhere in MY yard. Gahhh...

    Donna

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  16. NancySeptember 4, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Gorgeous -- the light wreath against the dark door is pure perfection. And you can feed the wreath to horses afterwards to get rid of the evidence. :)

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  17. Decor To AdoreSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    What a completely adorable wreath. I love it.

    Have a Happy Labor Day!

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  18. Craftberry BushSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Barb this is stunning...I am in love :)

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  19. Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and DreamingSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    This is simply gorgeous - so pretty! Stopping by from the Nester's Party - One of my favorites by far. Hope you are enjoying the holiday weekend ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  20. JenniferSeptember 4, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    This is beautiful. So inspiring! I love the texture and color. Wonderful pictures, too. Found you from the Nester's party. Glad you joined!

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    This is just amazing! I now really want to plant oats next year, so I can try this.

    Teresa

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  22. AnneSeptember 4, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    I love it!

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  23. Nadege,September 4, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Amazing work, love it.

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  24. Victoria @ The FAT Paint™ Company and ÉdinHomeSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    You know...I'm not a wreath chickie (except at Xmas), but I'm LUVing this! The texture (FAB!), the colour of the oats, the burlap tie in the same colour...really gorgeous! Of course the rustic barn door helps a little ;-)
    Victoria

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    That photo of "oat love" is just so beautiful.

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  26. Rosemary AubutSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    Awesome wreath and post! Enjoyed my visit here as always!

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  27. jooSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    Lovely wreath! Here similar ones are very popular during the Harvest Day which is celebrated at the end of August in most of villages!
    Have a nice week:)

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  28. UnknownSeptember 5, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Holy wow. SO pretty. I adore your wreath. It screams farm to me. Perfect!

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  29. ArabellaSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    That wreath is simply and delightfully charming - I love it!

    Happy Labor Day to you & yours.

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I love this a lot... I make my own wreaths from wheat, oats, barley or whatever else I find along the way... love your photos!

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  31. LuiSeptember 5, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    oh what a creative project!
    i love your shots: clear, crisp and tells more stories.

    i love tansy and bokeh too.

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  32. UnknownSeptember 5, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    What a beautiful wreath. It looks stunning on the barn door!

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  33. Rosie Nixon FluertySeptember 5, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    That's lovely - I used to make things like this years ago.

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  34. AmandaSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    What a great project! :) I've featured this post on Craft Gossip here:
    http://homeandgarden.craftgossip.com/whole-grain-wreath/

    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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  35. Evelyn ~ Indigo Beach ArtSeptember 5, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Lovely images and how amazing to make your own wreaths!

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  36. Jessica @ FourGenerationsOneRoofSeptember 5, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    This is gorgeous! I love all thepics you posted! Looks lovely :) visiting from tipjunkie!

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  37. Jessica @ FourGenerationsOneRoofSeptember 6, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Hi Barb...thanks for your comment you left on my wreath. Your email isn't active so I couldn't email you back! Thank you :)

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  38. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I love love LOVE your new wreath, but now, I want one! =)

    happy week

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  39. CarolynSeptember 7, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    One of the prettiest wreaths I've ever seen! I would love for you to share this project on my Inspiration Board {link party}. I know my readers would really enjoy it.
    http://carolynshomework.blogspot.com/2011/09/inspiration-board-link-party-14.html
    Hope to see you there.
    carolyn | homework

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  40. Jaime Lyn at Crafty Scrappy HappySeptember 8, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    ohhhh I am so so so in love with your blog! I love the natural materials you used here and I just love the entire look together---those barn doors just make me swoon!
    Jaime

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  41. mummsieSeptember 8, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Hope that Farmer doesn't follow ur blog tee hee. It is Bee-autiful. Makes me wish I was back livin' in the midwest....

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  42. Malinda Jane SiegSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Simply stunning!

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  43. SherrieSt.HilaireSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Wow! I completely LOVE this wreath! I found you through Texture Tuesday...and noticed your wreath link! This is such a great tutorial post! I'm bookmarking it! Thanks for sharing!

    I live in farm country too...in fact, I know a farmer real well!!! ( "

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  44. JillSeptember 20, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    So beautiful!! thanks for the info.

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  45. Amy KinserSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I do believe that is the prettiest wreath that I have ever seen. I think it's pretty much perfection.

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  46. Ingrid TalpakNovember 7, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    I love, love, love, love this! It's my type of craft that you can get the materials for free and it looks gorgeous.

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  47. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    SO GORGEOUS, and the photos truly make it come to life. I am crushing on this. It would be so gorg. to with a big deep red luscious bow around it for Christmas. Well done.

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  48. AllieNovember 7, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    This is beyond gorgeous. So so so pretty. Your pictures are perfect, too. Found you on Craft-O-Maniac Monday. Looked through a few of your photography posts. Nice. I'm your newest follower. :)

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  49. JillyNovember 7, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    So clear work you done. Which is best for this year 's Christmas work. Your photographs seems that you started work of Christmas, I also started with unique wreath making.
    high visibility vests

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  50. UnknownNovember 12, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    CONGRATS YOU ARE IN THE COM SATURDAY SPOTLIGHT TALENT SHOW! WOOT WOOT! winks, jen

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  51. DebbieNovember 13, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Gorgeous wreath!! It's very natural and the burlap bow finished it off perfectly...would look great on my front door =)

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  52. Eclectically VintageNovember 26, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Thanks for commenting on my Marshmallow Wreath! Love this wreath, the texture is amazing. Hope you didn't hurt yourself when you flung yourself into that ditch!
    Kelly

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  53. UnknownAugust 27, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    This is stunning! I've featured this project with link to your site on my blog! Here's the post: http://glamorousbride.blogspot.com/2012/08/fabulous-fall-wreaths.html

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