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16 comments
Danna McCallum says
I just made a wreath this Christmas following your wonderful instructions. Today the hanging nail gave way and it crashed to the floor. I’m so sad. I would like to selvage as much as possible. Do you or anyone else have any suggestions for separating from the glue etc.
Pam Kueber says
Ack! That’s horrible. I have had success cutting ornaments off the tinsel, with sharp very pointy cutter bee scissors https://amzn.to/2QDemsD (affiliate link, these are the exact scissors I bought)
Michelle says
This happens to me on occasion, usually a burst of heat from my crazy glue gun and POP! I cut away as Pam does, I also use tweezers and many times pliers to pry pieces and glue off. I’m always amazed at how tough these lovely pieces of glass are.
Danna McCallum says
Thank you. I have small needle nose pliers so will try that also. I agree they are pretty tough. I’ve had them bounce around the floor with no damage. But when they fall 6ft with weight of all the ornies the ones on the bottom didn’t stand a chance.
Michelle says
Oh yeah, that’s one of the most horrifying sounds! I use thick floral wire now and hold a finished wreath over the bed and give it a good shake to make sure everything is well attached, but accidents happen and CRASH! Yay for pliers, tweezers and little scissors!
Pam Kueber says
I had one fall a few years ago — the wire on the back of the wreath was not properly attached. Did surgery, only lost about 1/10 of the ornaments.
Lesson: Make sure you use a foolproof hangar method + nail in wall. Even then, scope the situation to make sure no other unfortunate accidents may occur. Argh.
Danna says
Glad to hear you got your wreath repaired. So there is hope. Thank you.
Danna McCallum says
Thank you! I was so upset it never dawned on me they were glued to tinsel.
Lisa Compo says
Yes, it’s darling in the warm, traditional colors. I have the same elf on my tree now…with several others. 🙂
If you make a bunch every year can I ask where you display them all? I love making things too, but now days I ask myself “where am I going with this when it’s finished?” LOL My boxes, bags and storage totes runneth over with projects. Hee hee
Pam Kueber says
I give them away!
Wendellyn Plummer says
How lovely! I agree with the rest of the comments. I have ALL the stuff, but am scared to make one. I am not very artistic. enough said. Your work though is wonderful!
Michelle says
I used to feel the same way, my early ones are very different than the ones I make now, but I enjoy the ornament hint and score and making them, I say go for it and have fun!
Nate says
I like this one! 🙂 Traditional colors, vintage and warm and inviting! Great Job!
Jay says
Very Nice!
Your artistic skills shine through and you have become a real pro at these.
Lori Duckworth says
Oh, I love your wreath! I had an elf that was exactly like that one when I was a kid in the 60’s! It really brings back memories.
Pennie Miller says
That’s a really nice one! I made my first vintage ornament wreath this year and am looking forward to making more. I enjoy collecting vintage ornaments, thanks to your inspiration!