Thursday, May 31, 2012

Oyster Wreath {How to}

I saw a beautiful, organic oyster shell wreath at a gift store in Ocean Springs a while back and knew I wanted to set out and create one for my home this summer. I am the Acorn at Wisteria Hill, after all. I took what I saw, tweaked i,t and made it my own. At the price they wanted for it, I knew it would be easy and well worth my time.
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Any wreath says welcome, and an oyster wreath is an appropriate welcome for  the months of summer.
The steps to construct this wreath are very simple.
Materials needed include:
  • Grapevine wreath
  • Oyster shells (many)
  • Liquid cement (I use clear)
  • Spanish moss and/or green moss
  • Burlap or your own choice of sea worthy/seasonal ribbon (rope would also be nice)
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Simply start out with any size grapevine wreath that you desire. Place a large dollop of liquid cement on the back of the oyster shell and place directly on the wreath. You can add Spanish moss, green moss, or grasses in the openings.
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Add a bow if wanted. I like it without, but a bow might be nice later. You could use a red, white, and blue ribbon for the 4th of July or an apple ribbon for the start of school. I may add a burlap ribbon at a later date too!
I guess I’ll start taking orders now. What do you think? I will now transform the candle holder on the front porch with oyster shells soon. Projects!
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An oyster welcome, y’all!

Two to geaux.
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24 comments:

  1. That came out great and It looks perfect on your wall!

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  2. Beautiful! I'm going to have to add one (or two) of these to my list of projects...would make a great gift for my grandmother who lives in Ocean Springs... Thanks for the great idea!

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    1. A to-do craft project is always fun. Just make sure you let it dry well for 24-48 hours. Thanks for the comment. Thanks for following.

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  3. Great idea, Ron! I love it! :)

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  4. Oh my! I love it. Do you ship? I will send you my email to your email with the size I'd like. Check your inbox soon. This wreath is gorgeous. xo Jill

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  5. It looks great Ron, I have wanted to make one for sometime. Where did you get your oyster shells?

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    1. I will message you later. I have the contact info. at home. Thanks for the comment and for following the Uptown Acorn.

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  6. Loving the oyster wreath! I look forward to seeing more projects with all this time on your hands now. Love me some oysters and Ocean Springs! Win, win.

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  7. I really love this. I heart oysters and OCean Springs. A win, win.

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  8. Something to keep you busy this summer....LOL!

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  9. Hi Ron
    Saw you over at Babs place and thought I'd have a nosey around your blog which I like very much. Look forward to following your projects. Great looking wreath by the way.
    Paul

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  10. The wreath looks wonderful, Ron. We were at a restaurant in Norfolk recently and the entire parking lot was covered in oyster shells. I started to pick up a few for a similar project but my husband told me he would not post bail if I were arrested. lol. Thanks for linking to the Open House party.

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  11. Ron, your wreath is absolutely gorgeous! It's perfect on your porch and has that great coastal look and very upscale. :)
    Babs

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  12. Oh, it is so different and so creative. Love it. How fun, I am sure it is a great conversation starter. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  13. i text my son in law out in oregon and said get me lots of those oyster shells I like LOL

    I brought a shoe box full once from Northwest coast , still have them in my big planters

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  14. Awwww....thanks, Ron!!!!! This will be my first crafting project! (as soon as I find some oyster shells)....live west of ATL..lol!!

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  15. Where do I get a lot of oyster shells? Do I stalk the trash at Mike Andersons or ACME????

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  16. Third time I've tried to comment, hope it isn't sending them all to you! Where do I get oyster shells?????

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  20. May I say, how much I love this wreath. I would so make this, if I had access to oyster shells. Great job.
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  21. I am curious about the choice to use the hard as nails glue. Why did you pick this over a hot glue?

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  22. Why did you decide to use the hard as nails glue? Is there a reason you did not use a hot glue gun?

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