Dollar Store Spring Wreath -tutorial-

When I was at our local dollar store last week, I spotted some pool noodles.  I was totally giddy because I had wanted to make a wreath out of one.  So, I snatched it up and shopped around for something to wrap it.  I found some adorable cord, well actually clothes line. 

I threw it in the car and away we went...but wait...my little guy liked the noodle too!  As I was driving, he was playing with it and out it flew through the open window.  HA!  I had to go back and get it.  I was wondering if people thought I was crazy.

Spring Wreath Tutorial

Supplies Needed:

•  1 pool noodle
•  3 inch piece of 1/2 inch PVC pipe (optional)
•  Duct Tape
•  4 (70 Ft) pack of cord

 Step One:

Cut about 7 inches off of the noodle.

Step Two:

Insert half of the PVC pipe into the noodle.  Bring other end around and insert remaining PVC pipe into that end.  Duct tape together. 

NOTE: My husband thought of the pipe for security.  It worked out awesome and was much easier to tape with just one person. 

There is the finished wreath before being "dressed"

 Step Three:

 Wrap your noodle wreath with whatever your creative heart desires, in my case; it was this green and white cord.  It did take a while as it needed a few layers, but I think it was worth it because I love the way it turned out!

 Step Five:

DECORATE!
I actually had a hard time with this.  I just was so indecisive about "the look" I wanted.  So a tried a few things and I was just OK with it.  I decided to sleep on it and I am glad I did!  When my sister and I came across chip board letters, I knew I found my final embellishment for this wreath.

I used things I had on hand...get creative with it!

 On our visit to Iowa over Spring break, my Mom and Sister liked it so much that they went out and bought the supplies and made one too! It was certainly fun crafting all together, and it got the creative juices flowing a little bit more than usual.

My Mom chose a moss green and white cord

My Sister chose this beautiful royal blue and white

Silly Girl:-)

 In the end, they finished the wreaths but not the decorating as we all got the nasty stomach bug that I mentioned here.  When they finish, I will update with pictures.

UPDATE:

Check out my sister's finished wreath!

Another version by my Mom!

 
If you feel so inspired to make one of these fantastic wreaths, please leave me a comment!  I would LOVE to see pictures of yours!!!

Have a great week!