10.02.2009

Super (Cheap) Apple Wreath!

Fall is definitely in the air! I broke out my cowboy (girl) boots yesterday with jeans and a sweater. So much fun with the cool weather, it's like a whole new wardrobe!

Here's a little project that inspired me to get all my fall decorations out. I spotted this wreath a few weeks ago at Goodwill. I think it was $1.50.

Pretty.

Then I was at TJ Maxx, and these apples were in the clearance section. Love that yellow sticker!

So I put the two together with the aid of my hot glue gun (not even one glue burn, thank you very much!).
Not bad for a total of $4.50, huh?

Stay tuned next week for more fall decorations! I am so excited to bust out all my pumpkins and gourds and other autumn goodies. Have a great weekend!


36 comments:

Shilo said...

Not bad at all! In fact, I'd say it's pretty darn good! :)
Have a super relaxing, fun weekend with your dear fam!
Blessings,
Shilo

Courtney Baker said...

Very nice! So great for under $5

Jboo said...

That turned out great! Love your projects!

Janet

Loui♥ said...

Carrie..
very nice indeed!
I think I would've added either some leaves or a bow..but it would look great with evergreens and a nice plaid bow around Christmas!
yesterday was definitely fallish with all the wind and leaves blowing!
thanks for sharing
♥ Lou

nina@themissadventuresofnina said...

Very, very cute!!

Kelli said...

Great price, great wreath. I can't wait to see all of your fall decorations. I remember it being what I first loved about your blog. Stay cozy.

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

You sure know how to knock out some pretty awesome wreaths. I love this one - and you can't beat the price.

Queen to my 3 Boys said...

I love that!

C'mon over...I need a decorator.

Shell in your Pocket said...

Looks very pretty...$4.50??? That is great!

What about a ribbon??
{you know me I love ribbon}

Sandy Toe

Angie said...

LOVE the apple wreath!! It's so cute and I can't believe it was SUPER cheap!!

Patricia said...

Great wreath with an even better price tag!
I love apples ~

You are so smart for remaking this wreath~
Did you price wreath bases lately?
WOAH they are expensive!

I often buy a wreath at a thrift store only to do the same thing you did!
I also add and subtract stuff from my current wreaths to change them up a bit too!

How fun!

Jessica Ryan said...

love it!!!

Southern Fried Gal said...

That turned out so cute! The apples look so fresh! Now I'm in the mood for apple dapple cake!

the undomesticated wife said...

Very cute Carrie!

Oh, and you can wear cowboy boots year round. I do! They are super cute with sundresses or denim skirts and a tank top. :D

talesandtrials said...

I love your apple wreath. I have been wanting to try to rehab a wreath myself. You have definitely inspired me to go ahead and give it a try!

Melanie said...

Too cute! At one time, I had my entire kitchen/dining area in apples. Love it!

Jen said...

Love the apple wreath! I love apples in general and the fact that you got the whole thing done cheaply! Kudos to you!

Amber said...

I like the festive fall wreath you created with your goodwill bargains!

Courtney said...

I love this apple wreath and the best part is the price!

Lana said...

This looks great! I can't wait to see your fall decorations!

Free Art Printables said...

That is very cute! I love those stickers!

The Pleasures of Homemaking said...

Not one burn!! Amazing! That wreath is cute!

Manuela

Mandi @ Sweetly Home said...

I just want to take a big giant bite out of your wreath. It looks so yummy!

Mimi Sue said...

Very fallish. Love the price too. Mimi

Its So Very Cheri said...

I was at my TJ MAXX last night lloking for apples for a different project but didn't see any. I need to go back today to exchange some jeans for my boys and maybe I will peak again.

Cheri
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Lisa & Gerald said...

Happy fall..Looks great...It's fall time for sure..and so beautiful...Hope you have a great weekend Hugs

Mandi Shandi said...

WOW! You have been busy lately. The wreath is great, the gel stain is super, but that bathroom makeover is fantastic! Way to go! It looks so timeless and classic. I love everything about it.

Happiness Is... said...

You are so creative! I don't have any time to look for those kinds of deals, much less complete the projects...and I don't think I have the creative skill either! I will just admire your talent from afar! :)

Wendy said...

Very nice makeover. But what I am most impressed with is that you avoiding getting a glue gun burn...I can't do that if my life depends on it...I have two blistered fingers as I type. ha ha!

Wendy said...

Very nice makeover. But what I am most impressed with is that you avoiding getting a glue gun burn...I can't do that if my life depends on it...I have two blistered fingers as I type. ha ha!

Jo said...

Another one of your fabulous ideas!

Jo

Anonymous said...

I bought those same apples but I wasn't smart enough to put them on a grapevine wreath. Great idea!

Gretchen

Bluebird said...

this looks awesome! great job! love that price, too!

Georgia Girl said...

So cute!

Not much of a reader but will have to try the tea. Thanks for the tip!

Unknown said...

Oh my gosh. This looks SO good! You are a glue gun genius!

Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top said...

I love this! It's so cute! And so simple!