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How to Make a Cranberry Bog Scoop Wreath Holder

December 18th, 2008 in blog, projects     

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Cranberry Bog Scoop Wreath Holder     
 



Materials:
Vintage bog scoop
Wreath
Pinecones
Cranberry/Berry floral pick
Ribbon
Vintage spelling tile board
Assorted game letters
Gorilla Super Glue
Mod Podge
Florist wire
Small picture hook
Craft paper
 
Tools List:
Exacto knife
Screwdriver
Scissors
 

Method:

Step 1: Set out vintage letters to spell "for the holidays".

Laying it all out in the first step ensures that you have all the correct letters.

Step 2: Apply Mod Podge to bottom of spelling board.

I chose a sparkle Mod Podge for that little somethin' extra.

Step 3: Cut paper to approximate size of opening in spelling board and apply Mod Podge and allow to dry.

I cut the paper to approximate size, glue, dry, then cut. That way I get a perfect fit every time.

Step 4: Using the Exacto knife, cut out excess paper.

Step 5: Super glue the game letters to the paper inset.

Pressing down on the letters as they dry helps them stick a bit more quickly.

Step 6: Once the letters are dry, flip the board over and glue a small picture hook on the back.

Make sure the hook is centered so the speller hangs in the correct position.

Step 7: Wire the speller to wreath using florist wire.

Just get the basic amount on the wreath, you can make adjustments once it's hung.

Step 8: Embellish wreath with pinecones, lemon leaves, fresh cut floral, and berry picks.

If your like me, you love to support the local church group or boy scout troop by purchasing your wreath from them. Unfortunately, those wreaths are typically very basic. Don't hesitate to add to them with some floral and other embellishments of your own.

Step 9: Attach a small screw into the handle of the bog scoop at the desired wreath location.

Pre-drilling is the key to keeping the wood from splitting.

Step 10: Run 'hanging' ribbon through wire on back of wreath.

The wreath appears to be hanging from the ribbon...

Step 11: Tie another ribbon around the top of the handle of the scoop, making sure to catch the first ribbon in the bow of the second to secure them both.

Step 12: Embellish ribbon in same manner as the wreath.

This will bring the whole look together.

So pretty and festive!

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