Update: Congrats to winner Danielle! I went thru the entries, pruned duplicates, spun the random.org random number generator, found a winner, and she emailed me back tout suit. Thanks, everyone, for your lovely comments — and come back soon for more contests and retro fun!
So, I have been in the “let’s do some giveaways” mood. And I was thinking, yes, the holidays are not too far away. And, golly, everyone always goes crazy over Georgia Peachez’ (aka Suzy’s) Shiny Brite wreathes. So I asked Suzy to make one up for me (shown above)… I bought it from her… and it’s sitting on her dining room table itching to go to its new home. YUP: One week contest now “live” to Win this Wreath. Click on through for the rules and to enter ->
How to enter, now through noon Monday, Oct. 1:
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How to make a wreath using vintage Christmas tree ornaments — Suzy’s instructions
I bet we’ll get a lot of entries for this one — and there can only be one winner. So, the idea behind posting this giveaway right now is to remind you creative types to think ahead … make sure you’re collecting a whole bunch of vintage ornies … and gear up to make one of these yourself maybe. I know that in a lot of thrift stores across America, they start pulling out all the vintage ornaments for sale pretty soon. Or, maybe you’ve been collecting them all summer? That said, I know a lot of us *think* we’ll do a project… but never do… so keep an eye on Suzy’s blog because she keeps making wreaths all fall… she posts them for sale… and they sell out fast!
In the following super-popular story, Suzy showed us how she does it — how to make a wreath out of vintage Christmas tree ornaments:
Thank you, Suzy — you are such an inspiration!
Erin Kerr says
Did somebody say “Christmas Magic?” Well, if not this wreath certainly qualifies in the “Christmas Magic” category. It would look so good on my newly painted red front door!
Ann Harris says
Greetings! I have been Collecting vintage Christmas ornaments since I was a teenager (they were much less expensive back then!!), and I just turned 60. I treasure each one and even have my Mom’s from the late 1940s and 1950s (so precious). I don’t have the talent to make this wreath, but I might give it a try with my extras or duplicates. Thank you for a wonderful website. I always look forward to reading all the interesting articles, and the photos are great.
Kate says
Love the vintage ornaments repurposed as wreaths – clever!
Em says
Yey, a Shiny Bright giveaway! I’ve always admired these wreaths and thought maybe I’d try making one someday, but I’m sure I couldn’t do as good a job as Suzy. Love it!
Sarah McCommon says
Love these vintage ornaments. A wreath like this would be perfect in my 1951 cottage (complete with 2 pink bathrooms!).
Mary says
This wreath is so beautiful but all of Suzy’s wreaths are!! She is so talented. Crossing my fingers that I win!! Thanks Pam for having this contest.
Deborah Hyde says
I love your website and blog, and I so appreciate the regular updates! Thank you for the opportunity to win this beautiful decoration.
Cheryl says
This could be my favorite wreath ever! Love it.
Pat says
I’ve been collecting ornaments but don’t have enuf to make one of these beauties!
Connie Heien says
Ooooohhhh, so love this wreath and all you do! Just sold almost all our antique oak pieces to pursue this crazy love of mid century. Thanks!