… So the window shutter is complete, for now. I don’t know if you have noticed at all, but I am constantly making changes when it comes to home decor. I am never satisfied. It’s sad, when I get done with something I love it & the next day I am thinking of new ideas for the project. Anyways I made these fun little twine wreaths yesterday to add to my Window Shutter {as seen in my previous post} So this is the window shutter as of now….
The wreaths were very simple to make. Just a little twine & a few Styrofoam circle wreaths from Michael’s & I was all set. I thought about adding something to the wreaths, but I decided to keep them as simple as possible to show off the shutter & all it’s distressed glory.
{{Window Shutter Before…}}
I really did like the original color of the window shutter, but I wanted to personalize it myself, so I made it a creamy white, no distressing needed because of the already distressed condition of the wood.
I added this knob to the shudder, doesn’t it look like it was meant for it? It was the first knob I used from the huge collection I scored while I was in Michigan {Check out the collection I got for only 20 dollars HERE}
The wreaths are attached with some simple black string. I am debating whether or not to add some ribbon just for embellishment. For now it remains to look like it’s “floating” with out ribbon.
See at the top where the shutter was damaged? Since this shutter is an antique & is very old, the condition was not so good. I am in the process of fixing the top piece.
Do you think I should add some ribbon to the wreaths to attatch them to the shutter? What are your thoughts? I hope you are all having an amazing weekend. My weekend has been very relaxing so far. Spent the day downtown with the puppies and my husband, it’s so beautiful here in NC! What kind of DIY projects are you working on right now?? Go share your DIY projects & blog posts on Liz Marie Blog facebook page!! I would love to see them!
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I love the wreaths on it. Ribbon would just add a different look to it, which I think it would look either way
My day has been cleaning and making 14 cake stands. The fumes are taking over me…
I would vote for some ribbon, just for a little something something
I'm thinking some ribbon as well!!! & 14 cakes stands?! I love it.. I have been wanting to make some cake stands ever since I saw your DIY post on how to make them… they are too cute!!!
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Love the dark wreaths against the white shutter. And the dark knob–perfect! Ribbons would add a softer look. You could try and see if you like them added or not…
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Love that you used the shutter and the way it looks as art on the wall. See we Michiganders think a like. Did you ever see my bi-fold door project? Similar idea but different. I use it as a decoration in the living room. I hope your visit to back home here to Michigan was great a few weeks ago
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Love the shutter "art" — such a nice job!
Great wreaths- giving me some ideas!
I think some ribbon and/or flowers from felt or fabric or something would look adorable!
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Neat idea!! I don't know about ribbon, I kinda like the simplicity of the wreaths alone.
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I also love the original color but you are right in making it your own, the white looks fabulous!
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LOVE your shutter project and previous posts too…cute blog
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Love your work. Absolutely beautiful.
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I really like your shutter redo. It looks great!
I just love to see decorating ideas that other people come up with, Can't wait to see more of your posts!
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Don't do ribbon. Do berries. Some red ones…Yeah.
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Man, I love a great shutter used for decorating. Good job
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I love all the cute little simple ideas you have on here! The hardware find was awesome! congrats! Stopping by from the hop! Hope you have a great week! BJ datssocute.blogspot.com
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I loe the wreaths, what a great idea!
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I love how this turned out with the wreath! I'm having so much fun browsing around your blog. Just came by for the first time today and I'm a new follower.
Wow, I am soooo horrible about decorating, really, I am so boring, love your blog –
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What a great addition to any room! So cute! I'm stopping by from the Sweep Tight Blog Hop!
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I found you from the middle matters blog hop and glad I did! I love your blog….and am now following you! pop over if you wish…I share interior design and garden ideas
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You did a lovely job on the shutters… beautiful.
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The door looks great with the wreaths!
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I love that you used a vintage shutter as wall decor! So creative, I never think to do things like that! I love the original color too but it looks like the creamy white flows well with everything else you have going on (in the photo). Anyway, stopping by from the Take It From Me blog hop! New follower!
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You are definately very crafty! New follower from Wednesday Blog hop, Fellow NCer also
Just stopping in from Welcome Wednesday! I love your blog – your projects have a great touch, reminds me of my mother's decorating style!
Newest follower from the 'Welcome Wednesday' meme. Definitely add a ribbon to the wreaths. A little color would be a gorgeous addition.
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Hi, I am stopping by and following on the Wednesday blog hop. I love all your fun stuff, very creative!! I really love how the keys turned out with the wall paper backing, really made them pop! Great tip on getting hardware for craft projects too, I love finding great bargains like that! I am off to check out more of your cool ideas. Hope you are having a wonderful Wednesday.
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Your blog is so cute! I love it. It looks so classy!
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What a fun idea! And your blog is absolutely beautiful by the way… Love it! I would love for you to come link up this project to my Tuesday linky party over at The Little Birdie. We have lots of women who love DIY home decor!
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I think ribbon ties would be perfect, in a common ribbon color like pink would really set off an odd piece like this. I stopped by to congratulate you on being featured on the WW blog hop and so glad I did. I so need your advice on interior design. Hope you will also like my blog and follow back:
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Like the shutter and wreaths but it might be nice to add a little more color or texture to the wreaths.
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Hi! The shutter is lovely, but I would consider adding a little more color too it.
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What a beautiful shutter! Following from the blog hop!
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Hi, following you from Welcome Wednesday! I'm glad you were featured so I could see your blog. I really like the shutter as a decor piece and I think a bit of ribbon would be a nice touch. Something simple – almost contemporary to keep with the clean lines. Not flowers, not multiple bows or overly long tails. Very simple. I'm off to look around your blog more…
Me again…I just read through the comments and I agree with Sleppery to use berries or another object that is simple. Ribbon might make it too country-ish and I'm guessing your style is a little contemporary. Can't wait to see what you do!
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oooh beautiful! I looove these shutters and the twine paired with it looks great!
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