Hello everyone! Since spring is now here, I wanted to update the wreath on my front door to something more seasonally appropriate. I had a ton of leftover fake flowers from my wedding, so I decided to make use of those. I ordered a lot of fake flowers directly from a company in China because I was hoping to make some flower arrangements for my wedding. In the end, I only made an arch and did not use the flowers. I ended up making some arrangements for my sisters’ homes and my own, but had these flowers leftover and unused.
I purchased this twig wreath form from Michaels for under $10.
These are the fake flowers I used. They aren’t silk flowers, but they are “real touch” fake ones. “Real touch” fake flowers are supposed to be really realistic and have a slightly rubbery feel when you touch them. I had leftover pink rosebuds, tulips, and calla lilies.
I didn’t want to cut the the stems off completely, so I trimmed the stems so they were about 6″. I intertwined the wired stem with the twigs of the wreath, so it did not require any kind of glue to hold into place.
I filled the wreath with all the rosebuds first.
Then I added in the tulips and calla lilies to fill in the spaces and to add some variety.
Because I kept some of the stem on the flower, I will be able to use it for some short arrangements if I don’t want to use this wreath anymore. Since it isn’t glued on, I can also use the wreath form again! I hope you enjoyed this post!
99 Comments
TwoPlusCute
March 25, 2015 at 9:09 amI love! I pin.
Ash
March 25, 2015 at 10:52 amThank you! 😀
Anna
March 25, 2015 at 10:39 amThis is so pretty! I like the colors in it.
Ash
March 25, 2015 at 11:00 amThanks Anna!
Karren Haller
March 25, 2015 at 2:14 pmYour rose wreath has turned out beautiful. I like not cutting the stems to short so they can be used in other arrangements.
Thanks for stopping by to link and share on The Oh My Heartsie Girl WW this week!!
We appreciate you shared your blog with us!!
Have a great week, Karren~Host
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Ash
March 25, 2015 at 2:19 pmThanks for stopping by, Karren!
Kate
March 25, 2015 at 5:28 pmLove the wreath and love how you can use the flowers and wreath again and again in different projects!
Thanks so much for sharing on the Wake Up Wednesday link party!
Hope to see you next week!
Kate | TheOrganizedDream.com
Ash
March 25, 2015 at 5:51 pmThank you Kate!
Cecilia MyThriftStoreAddiction
March 25, 2015 at 6:24 pmThis is so gorgeous! I hopped over from Creative Ways. I’m from Texas too! Blessings, Cecilia
Ash
March 25, 2015 at 6:31 pmThanks so much Cecilia! I’m actually in Southern California! 🙂
Pinky at Designs by Pinky
March 25, 2015 at 7:21 pmThat is gorgeous! I am a floral designer and so can say GREAT JOB!!! I love it!
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:35 pmThank you so much, Pinky! That’s very encouraging!
Samantha
March 25, 2015 at 10:05 pmGorgeous! I’m a sucker for a good wreath!
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:28 pmThanks so much Samantha!
Mai T.
March 26, 2015 at 1:24 amThis wreath is breathlessly beautiful! I wish I were handy enough to make one.
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:25 pmThanks so much Mai! I’m sure you can make one too! You just need to pick out the right flowers.
Kim Lawrence
March 26, 2015 at 5:02 amWhere did you find the “real touch” flowers. This wreath is breathtaking
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:16 pmHi Kim! I actually had to buy a lot of flowers for this arch I made for my wedding, so I ordered from straight from the factory in China. I can give you their info if you’d like!
Veronica Stroud
August 18, 2015 at 9:16 amLovely! I have two sons weddings to plan for and would live the China company information to order flowers… Thank you!
Ash
August 18, 2015 at 2:36 pmI ordered them from Sell Top in China through AliExpress: http://www.aliexpress.com/store/1268558. If you buy a lot, you should try messaging them first to see if you can get a better price. I’ll also email you this info in case you don’t see this reply!
Maria
March 26, 2015 at 6:44 amWhat an absolutely gorgeous wreath! Just beautiful!
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:13 pmThank you so much Maria!
Pam@over50feeling40
March 26, 2015 at 6:49 amIts beautiful…you did a lovely job and I think keeping stems a little longer might make it easier to make. Thanks for sharing with the Thursday Blog Hop!
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 6:13 pmThanks so much Pam!
Ashleigh
March 27, 2015 at 4:35 pmThis is very beautiful! I love all thing roses so this is a project for me for sure! Thank you for sharing!!
I invite you to please come share this and link up with me now {if you haven’t already} at http://www.wrightsimply.com/2015/03/wordless-wednesday-link-up.html
Have a wonderful weekend! xx Ashleigh @SimplyWright
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 5:33 pmThanks so much Ashleigh! I’ve linked up already. Thanks for the invite!
Theresaa@DearCreatives
March 27, 2015 at 8:54 pmThose are really great looking fake roses! The wreath is beautiful, perfect for spring. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party!
Ash
March 27, 2015 at 8:57 pmThank you so much!
Patty Haxton Anderson
March 28, 2015 at 5:19 amI spotted you on Catherine’s Corner blog hop. You visited my blog and am returning the favor very willingly. The wreath is stunning and simply GORGEOUS. Wish I had your talent!
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 6:24 pmThank you so much Patty!
Theresa @ Shoestring Elegance
March 28, 2015 at 7:41 amGood Morning, Ashley
Theresa from What to do Weekends. here! Love your Spring Wreath!! I love doing Seasonal Wreaths, too!
Really sets the pace for your home! Would you please bring your beautiful wreath over and share it @ the party??
I’d love to see more! Already Pinned and Tweeted!
Thanks!
Happy Saturday!
Theresa
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 6:24 pmThanks so much Theresa! I’ve shared it!
Roxanne
March 28, 2015 at 1:24 pmVery pretty! Thanks for sharing with us at Pin-Worthy Wednesday!
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 4:50 pmThank you!
Nicole Hallford
March 29, 2015 at 5:08 amLove it! It’s gorgeous, and I love that you can dismantle and re-use it for other projects later if you want!
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 4:59 pmThank you Nicole!
Katherines Corner
March 29, 2015 at 10:08 amit’s gorgeous!! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:02 pmThank you so much Katherine!
Katherines Corner
March 29, 2015 at 10:10 amIt’s gorgeous! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo
Katherines Corner
March 29, 2015 at 10:11 amoops duplicate sorry xo
denise low
March 29, 2015 at 11:53 amThank you. This is very pretty wreath. I would like to make this and put it on my mom and dads grave.
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:03 pmThank you, Denise! That’s a beautiful thought. It is very easy to do. I’d love to see it if you do create one.
Anna
March 29, 2015 at 12:56 pmOohh, that wreath is beautiful! The flowers look very realistic. We don’t have Michael’s in the UK but if I ever go to the States, I’ll bring a spare suitcase and stock up!
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:06 pmThanks Anna! I actually purchased these directly from a factory in China. I haven’t seen any “real touch” flowers at Michael’s though they do have a lot of flowers!
Alpana
March 30, 2015 at 1:31 pmLove this.
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:16 pmThank you!
Vanessa
March 30, 2015 at 5:47 pmThis wreath is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for linking up at “A Little Bird Told Me” Wednesday link party! You have been featured on Mama’s Happy Hive blog. 🙂
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:18 pmThank you so much Vanessa!
Tara @ Lehman lane
March 30, 2015 at 8:04 pmBeautiful wreath! I love the roses mixed with the lilies and tulips:) So so pretty
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:20 pmThanks so much Tara!
Gentle Joy
March 31, 2015 at 5:30 pmWhat a lovely spring wreath… so appealing. 🙂
Ash
March 31, 2015 at 5:44 pmThank you so much!
Katie
March 31, 2015 at 8:37 pmThat is seriously pretty, I just love the look of the soft roses, I may just try making it, would look gorgeous on my black front door. Thanks for sharing!
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:30 pmThanks so much Katie!
Jennifer Dawn
March 31, 2015 at 9:02 pmThis is gorgeous! Just wanted to let you know that I’m featuring it at our weekly link party! http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2015/04/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-134.html
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:32 pmThank you so much Jennifer!
Shannon
March 31, 2015 at 10:27 pmTurned out gorgeous!
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:34 pmThank you Shannon!
Mary Burris
April 1, 2015 at 7:52 amI love Roses. This is a very pretty wreath. Thank you for joining us at the Oh My Heartsie Girl Wordless Wednesday! I look forward to seeing you again next week!
Mary
Jingle Jangle Jungle
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:47 pmThank you Mary!
Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie
April 1, 2015 at 10:18 amYour spring rosebud wreath is beautiful! Thanks for sharing it at The Pin Junkie! It’s being featuring today in a spring wreath roundup.
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:48 pmThank you so much Bonnie!
Nikki Frank-Hamilton
April 1, 2015 at 11:10 amIt is gorgeous, and I love that the flowers were from your wedding, you can remember that day every-time you see the wreath, and it is a great conversation piece. Great job.
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:49 pmThank you Nikki!!
Annemarie
April 1, 2015 at 12:30 pmVisiting from Whimsy Wednesday, love love love this wreath! It’s so pretty, I wish I could make it one day. I would be thrilled if you would join my link party on weekends as well.
Have a lovely day!
Best wishes from The Netherlands, Annemarie
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:50 pmThank you Annemarie! I will be there!
Timisha
April 1, 2015 at 3:51 pmThis is exactly what I need for my front door. So pretty!
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 5:52 pmThanks so much Timisha!
Sherry
April 1, 2015 at 6:40 pmThis is beautiful! Thanks for joining HSH!
Sherry
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 6:41 pmThank you Sherry!
Joyce @ Live Laugh Love Post
April 1, 2015 at 7:32 pmAdorable wreath! I love it! Thank you for sharing. Oh, I found your post from Whimsy Wednesday Party 🙂
Ash
April 1, 2015 at 8:56 pmThank you so much Joyce!
Jennifer
April 2, 2015 at 6:13 amThis is so beautiful!! Heading to Michaels later and going to try and make one.
Ash
April 3, 2015 at 4:31 pmThanks so much Jennifer! I’d love to see your wreath!
Create With Joy
April 2, 2015 at 11:22 amCongratulations Ashley on the launch of your new blog! I’ve had the chance to explore it in depth and I LOVE the beautiful projects and creations you are sharing!
Thank you for joining us at Friendship Friday at Create With Joy. I’d like to extend and invitation for you to consider joining our other parties/communities as well and to share them on your linky list! (Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy, Wordless Wednesday at Create With Joy and The Book Nook at Create With Joy)
Now for the exciting part:
CONGRATULATIONS! You are our Featured Friend Of The Week at this week’s Friendship Friday Party (#166) AND the 3rd Recipient of my Inspiring Blogger Award. The party is now open so be sure to stop by – grab your badge – and spread the word!
Have a blessed Easter week and I look forward to seeing more great things from you! 🙂
Ginnie
April 2, 2015 at 4:24 pmThis is so stunning, and I totally thought the flowers were real! Thank you so much for sharing at Best of the Weekend! 🙂
Ash
April 3, 2015 at 10:48 pmThanks so much Ginnie!
Dee Lafrenz
April 3, 2015 at 8:53 pmI love this wreath, I like the subtle color variations. I would not have thought of Calla Lilies but I love them. Nice job!
Ash
April 4, 2015 at 9:38 pmThank you Dee!
Joanne T Ferguson
April 4, 2015 at 1:37 amLove this and thanks for sharing at the Say G’day party! Pinned all 🙂
Ash
April 4, 2015 at 9:40 pmThanks so much Joanne!
Debbie-Dabble
April 4, 2015 at 5:30 amJust beautiful!! Love the roses!!
Hugs,
Deb
Amanda Evans
April 4, 2015 at 9:03 pmTruly beautiful…I’m inspired! I hope I can find those real touch flowers at my craft store! Thank you for linking up at #MeetUpMonday with thequinntessentialmommy.com and me (although I missed hosting this week)!
Ash
April 4, 2015 at 9:42 pmThank you so much Amanda! I’d love to see your wreath once it is done!
Christie
April 6, 2015 at 4:17 amThis beautiful wreath just makes me happy. Love it! 🙂
Ash
April 6, 2015 at 1:21 pmThanks Christie!
MICHELLE JAMES
April 6, 2015 at 7:03 amHi! I would love to make a wreath like this for my niece. Would you be able to share the company you bought the flowers from? They really do look so real. Thanks Michelle
Ash
April 6, 2015 at 10:27 amOf course, Michelle! I ordered them from Sell Top in China. I did it off of Aliexpress because I was buying in bulk, but you can easily make a small purchase through AliExpress too: http://www.aliexpress.com/store/1268558. Ill also email you this info in case you don’t see this reply.
Lou Lou Girls
April 6, 2015 at 3:27 pmThis looks amazing! You are so talented. Pinned and tweeted. Thanks for being a part of our party. I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Nicole
April 9, 2015 at 7:34 amSo gorgeous! I’m featuring your wreath this week -thanks for sharing!
Ash
April 9, 2015 at 4:38 pmThank you so much Nicole!
Bobbi
April 11, 2015 at 1:55 pmHello!! Just wanted to let you know I will be using this in a round up (posting soon) from the Teach Me Tuesday party! Very much appreciate you linking up with us 😉
Ash
April 14, 2015 at 1:14 pmThanks so much for letting me know, Bobbi!!
Winnie
April 11, 2015 at 1:57 pmThis is such a beautiful wreath!!
I love the flowers and the colors – definitely spring-like 🙂
Ash
April 14, 2015 at 1:15 pmThank you Winnie!
Eva
April 14, 2015 at 8:28 pmThanks for inspiration!
Ash
April 15, 2015 at 11:40 amThank you for stopping by, Eva!
Richard Hicks
April 17, 2015 at 10:14 pmI like this wreath! I think seasonal wreaths are great!
Ash
April 20, 2015 at 3:45 pmThanks so much Richard!