Made a simple white linen bow in the end as this is staying inside... tones in with the tea-soaked linen curtains I made. But it could all change by next week!
(Folded a length of linen in three, iron it flat and spray starched it - then just tied)
Re-made the front ones as they were too small, just Ivy and hearts for now! (red or tartan ribbon being hunted for by my better half right now!).
Straw base and just adding two or three sprigs of ivy each second turn. Use thin florists wire, trimming off the excesses stalks and leaves that stick out.
These were for the front doors but looked 'lost', so keeping them inside...
Some of the cards I made... now all sent!
Even the fountain/roundabout was made festive this week in Bernay...
Poinsettia in place!!
Even a Christmas frosting for the garden...
May I take this opportunity to wish everybody a Joyeux Nöel, Merry Christmas and/or Happy Holidays!
Ivan x
oh so beautiful. you even made linen curtain!
ReplyDeleteyour wreath is so gorgous and you are my inspiration.
love,
coco
Hello Coco,
DeleteThank you, that's very kind of you to say so. Keep creating, it feeds our souls...
Best wishes Ivan
I love your ivy wreaths, Ivan! Have you made those before? How long will they last?
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your wreaths.....all fabulous!
Cheers,
Loi
Hello Loi,
DeleteThanks, very pleased you like them - yes, this ivy I used a few years back and as it is really cold here this year, it should hold out. I will spray them with water in a few days too. (If it browns, then I've always got some white or gold spay paint - when needs must!! or I have enough to remake them for New Years!)
All the best,
Ivan
Very festive! You have a great talent there. Enjoy the holidays (I have a feeling you will). :)
ReplyDeleteHello Walt,
DeleteThanks for stopping by and thank you for the kind words. I shall enjoy the holidays (how can I not with all that special French food!) but I hope you do also, do you have nice things planned...
Ivan ;)
Joyeux Noel to you too Ivan!
ReplyDeleteYou are secretly a crafting genius! I love all your wreaths but I think the wicker one with the big linen bow is my favourite, it's very simple and stylish. x
Hello Gillian,
DeleteThank you! A crafting muddler and fixer more like, I enjoy crafting which is the main thing - not in your league yet but trying!
Ivan x
Ohhhh, I love the crown of ivy and heart! Simple and natural. I also want to buy a Poinsettia. A greeting.
ReplyDeleteHello,
DeleteThank you, I wanted positive energy around the house, so I thought the hearts would make my guests smile. I always buy a Poinsettia as we always had one at home when I was small...
Best wishes,
Ivan
I concur with all the others--absolutely lovely! You have such warm and inviting creative talents!
ReplyDeleteWill think of you through Christmas. Stay well! xLinda
Hello Linda,
DeleteThank you for your mail will write tomorrow (lots of info thanks) - you're so kind to say. I am doing a lot better now, thanks.
Best wishes Ivan x
Looks like your are ready for the holidays Ivan. The wreaths look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Jim,
DeleteThank you and yes, getting there - tree next!! Lots of cooking to do though (the best bit!)
Best wishes and thank you for your friendship.
Ivan
Wow, Ivan, you made the wreaths and the cards. Amazing! xoh
ReplyDeleteHello Harriet,
DeleteHope you're not working too hard? Thank you - keeps me busy!! No, I really enjoy doing it.
Ivan x
Ivan your home looks so festive! The ivy wreaths are lovely fresh from the garden! Homemade cards! How crafty of you Ivan! And I must admit the frosty view with the fence in the distance is tugging on my heart!
ReplyDeleteHello,
DeleteThank you! I try!! Nothing is perfect but it all comes from the heart... We are loving our new fence also, it gives a bit of perspective to our view.
Best wishes - Ivan
All your wreaths are so lovely, but I think I like the ivy ones best.
ReplyDeleteHello,
DeleteThank you for saying so, the wreaths are a bit rustic but they cheer up the house and they are also my favourites!! I used an ivy bush that needed trimming, so two jobs in one!
All the best - Ivan
So creative! I especially like the little wreath with the heart. So sweet.
ReplyDeleteHello Terry,
Delete(I am not used to all these non-food complements!) Thank you so much, I had fun making them even if it was freezing outside!! Hope you and your family are well, enjoying your view and that your horses are happy...
Ivan
Oh my gosh you are talented! Those wreaths are beautiful and I can't believe you even made your own beautiful cards! Love them. :)
ReplyDeleteHello,
DeleteOh, thank you - I do what I can, not always perfect though!! The card making is my mother's hobby, she gave me some things a few years back... and I was hooked!!! - Thanks for saying so.
Best wishes Ivan :)