Wreaths for Cinco de Mayo.
A small wreath to adorn the front of her walker and a larger one for her door. Who knows, I might even make some small ones to use as decorations around her door area.
Let the cutting begin. This could take a while.
I really was not happy with the decorations we did last weekend. So, I made things better today.
I was lucky that Hobby Lobby had their artificial trees on sale this week for 50% off!!! So, I bought 2. Tuesday Morning has excellent prices on Talavera pottery so I was able to buy 3 planters. Each tree needed their own planter. Plus I purchased an artificial yellow rose bush on Amazon.
Also from Amazon, I purchased some more yellow rose garlands to spruce up what I have going around her door and some artificial ivy to put around the bottom of the trees and rose bush.
All in all, I am loving how it turned out.
Out with the St. Patrick’s Day decorations and on to something new!!!
Starting with a clean slate!!!! Our journey begins with decorating my mom’s door area.
We started with the tree. The goal was to make it look fuller and happy! Much like a rose bush but with every kind of flower imaginable.
From there we moved to the table area and, of course, the frog.
As always, we place garland around the door. We are using a yellow rose garland around the door as well as a banner.
After all of the decorations were put into place, it was realized that the garland looks a little thin. I added some of the butterfly picks I made to the garland but it still needs more. A lot more. This means I need to purchase some more garland and maybe use some deco mesh to fill things out. But that is for another time.
Mom likes the new door decorations but she does agree that it needs more. So we will make sure that more is added.
My granddaughter Victoria did the decorations for my mom’s walker. She was not very happy with taking off the old decorations and there may or may not have been some words spoken under her breath but she managed like a true champ! And she did a terrific job of decorating my moms walker for the spring!!!
While Victoria was working on the walker, I put some rose garlands on the top of mom’s curtain to bring a little spring into her room. I used four garlands for this and it looks great. Now I know how much I need to order to make the door garland fuller.
I also purchased some new vases to use for some spring time flowers I purchased at Hobby Lobby. The vases are from Marshalls.
Everything we have done so far to decorate for spring has made my mom very happy. As soon as I have more to add, I will be doing a part 2 of decorating for her. Who knows. There may even be a part 3!!!
I had some butterflies and flowers left over from the spring sign project. I decided they would be perfect to attach to the green leaf ribbon and make a garland. So I gathered everything up and got to work.
I used Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive to attach the flowers and butterflies to the ribbon.
I cut the ribbon in approximately 24 inch pieces. The first garland I did has 6 flowers and 3 butterflies.
The second garland has 5 flowers and 4 butterflies.
And the final garland 10 flowers only. No butterflies.
There are 3 butterflies left that I decided I would use as part of the tree topper. Stay tuned for that!
All items used for this project were purchased from Amazon!
Time to start working on the wood butterflies for the special spring sign I will be making. While working on the wooden flowers, I decided that wooden butterflies would make a nice addition to the sign. I found a package of 50 butterflies on Amazon that I am using for this project. The package contains 5 different butterflies so I will be using 4 of each. I think that I will not be using as many butterflies as I will the flowers.
Butterfly number one was created using Apple Barrell matte acrylic paint in Lilac Mist. For the center of the butterfly, I used FolkArt Glitterific FINE in the color Purple.
Butterfly number two was created using Anita’s all purpose acrylic craft paint in the color Light Coral. The center of the butterfly is a combination of Glitterific FINE acrylic paint in the color Tangerine and extra fine glitter in the color black that is from Hobby Lobby.
Butterfly number three was created using Apple Barrell matte acrylic paint in the color Key West. For the center of the butterfly I used FolkArt Glitterific FINE acrylic paint in the color Black Opal.
Butterfly number four was created using FolkArt multi-surface glitter acrylic paint in the color Turquoise. I did not do anything with the center of this butterfly as I felt it did not need it.
Butterfly number five was created using Anita’s all purpose acrylic craft paint in the color Morning Blue. For the center of this butterfly, I used craft smart glitter acrylic paint in the color Blue.
All butterflies were finished off with a generous amount of Mod Podge to make them shine!
Now it is time to add the flowers, butterflies, and some other stuff to the sign!
I decided to continue making what I call pre-decoration signs before the actual decorations are put up. So, I’m working on the spring sign but there is some pieces that are made separately. The first part are the flowers that will adorn the sign. I found these flowers on Amazon and the they came in a package of 100. I will be using 6 separate wood flower designs each in their own individual color. At least for this project.
Flower number one was created using Apple Barrel matte acrylic paint in pink polish as a base coat. I then topped the base coat with 2 coats of FolkArt multi-surface glitter acrylic paint. I love how the flower has turned out. I have high hopes for the remainder flowers.
Flower number two was created using delta Ceramcoat matte acrylic paint in the color Calypso Coral. I topped the base coat with 1 coat of FolkArt Glitterific acrylic paint in the color Neon Tangerine. This paint is thick so it really only took one coat with a few touch ups here and there.
Flower number three was created using Apple Barrel matte acrylic paint in the color Cameo Pink as the base coat and topping it with Recollections fine glitter in the color blush. I love how subtle the color turned out.
Flower number four was created using Apple Barrel matte acrylic paint in the color Sunny Day as the base coat and topping it with Recollections fine glitter in the color Sunflower.
Flower number five was created using Apple Barrel matte acrylic paint in the color Pink Polish as the base coat and topping it with Recollections fine glitter in the color Bubblegum.
Last, but not least, is flower number six. This flower splash was created using FolkArt matte acrylic paint in the color Soft Apple as the base coat. I topped it with Recollections fine glitter in the color Mint. For some reason, this particular flower looks more like a paint splash than a flower which made me think it would be more appropriate as greenery than what would normally be considered a flower color.
In the end, all of the flowers were finished with a thick coat of Mod Podge to keep the glitter in place and to make them shine!
Now it is on to the next wooden project… Butterflies!!!!
I love shopping for decorations and things to use for craft projects. And the spring items are no exception.
Beginning with Amazon. I actually did not purchase as much as I usually do. I purchased several yellow rose garlands. Obviously more that I would usually purchased, but we will be using most of the garlands to decorate her very large window area. The wood flowers and butterflies will be used on several different projects. Of course I purchased a banner for the door as well.
Dollar Tree purchases was definitely on the small side for the spring season purchases.. From the Dollar General section in Dollar Tree, I purchased some floral garland that will adorn her walker as well as the tree. I also purchased some individual floral stems to use on the tree as well. I purchased some removable wall stickers that I want to try to use on the wall around the front door.
I purchased most of the spring items from Hobby Lobby this time. What can I say, when they have 50% off in their floral department, I do tend to go a little crazy, but not as crazy as I would have wanted to. I purchased wood letters and one word, for two separate projects. Other items included a lot of fabric for wreaths, scrapbook paper that may or may not be used on some letters, a wood frame which I have already started working on, wire ribbon, and pom poms.
I realize this appears that I only purchased one item from Michaels, but that is not the case.
I purchased a lot of acrylic paints for the spring projects. Some came from Hobby Lobby, some from Michaels, and some from Walmart.
I also purchased a lot of items for Easter while purchasing the spring items, but those will be in a different blog.
Thanks for reading my blog. I hope you have enjoyed it. Please return to see the craft project I make with these items and how I use them when decorating mom’s door, walker, and room.
I must admit, this wreath took a lot longer than I expected. But that was only because I changed my mind on a couple of things along the way.
With the inner and outer rings complete, I decided that I did not like the way I had originally done the stem. So, I removed what was there and took some time to think on it while I finished the middle ring.
Once the middle ring was completed, I realized that the center of the wreath looked bare. I had purchased a sign at Joann’s on one of my trips there so I thought it might work. But, to me, it looked like it would be too green for the wreath.
I also had a flag that I removed from the banner I will be using on my mom’s walker that I was also considering. The flag doesn’t have the sparkle that my mom would like, but that is something I can fix easily.
I did what any normal person would do and asked some people that know my mom well what they think would work.
They said they liked the flag best so it was time to make the flag sparkle. I grabbed by container of rhinestones, NUVO Deluxe Adhesive, No-Sew fabric adhesive. Time to make another decision. What color of rhinestones to use.
Obviously, green would be the perfect choice. So I covered the holes at the top with the green rhinestones and attached it with the NUVO Deluxe Adhesive.
Since I have some FolkArt Glitterific FINE glitter paint, I decided to use the paint to cover the burlap area.
The flag definitely sparkles for my mom.
To complete the wreath, I used some twine to wrap around the stem which definitely came out much better than the fabric I had originally used. To give the stem a little something extra, I attached some gold coins.
And now the wreath is complete.
Next time I make a clover shaped wreath, I will try something different. Like wrapping the entire wreath in twine!!!! But that will be another day, another time!
Thanks for taking the time to read my blog. All that is left to do is to decorate my mom’s door and walker!
As with every cruise or road trip we plan, I find myself stalking Amazon for purchases I think I need, but I really do not need. But I always seem to buy the things!!!! I blame COVID for this addiction.
Let’s get started with the shopping. I will list the description of each item along with the name of the seller. If the item is something that does not see cruise related, I will give an explanation as to why it was purchased. The pictures in this blog were found on the Amazon website. Actually, they were found in the view order details!
The first thing I always purchase before any cruise is a binder. This time I purchased an AVERY + Amy Tangerine 1″ binder. Since our cruise leaves on Valentines Day, I thought the hearts on the binder were perfect. I use the binder to keep all of the important papers in and any paper flyers or notices we receive during the trip. It isn’t as necessary now that the cruise lines uses QR codes for everything but this one will be used primarily after the cruise to keep all the copies of our paperwork in and any notes/info from the cruise. This will help me remember what we did when I start working on the scrapbook. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I decided Jim needs some new fancy face masks so I purchased the Perry Ellis reusable pleated face masks. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I was looking for a blue tunic and I found this one that will work perfectly. I have already worn it so I guess it wasn’t necessarily purchased for the cruise but I will likely be taking it with me. Seller: AWULIFFAN
After our last cruise, I decided it was time to replace the over-the-door shoe hanger as it was looking worn. So worn that it really did not need to be going on any more cruises. I decided to look at something smaller that would work for the narrow doors and I found this instead. It will definitely work for our needs. Seller: EPFamily Direct
Of course, I purchased some Command Strips to keep the new over-the-door shoe hanger in place. Seller: Amazon.com Sellers LLC
I was looking for a pair of casual shoes to wear with a specific outfit and just happen to find these. I do not know if the outfit will make the cut on this cruise, but they will go with another outfit I have in mind. Seller: FRACORA director
Before our last cruise, I purchased this shirt. Unfortunately I lost it in a bad laundry accident. I did not check my husbands pockets and there was a pen left in one of his pockets. The shirt was the only casualty of the incident. So naturally, I had to replace it. The color is Lake Green. Seller: Dofaoo
I have purchased a red dress to wear on cruise elegant night. It only seems natural for my husband to have a red shirt to wear as well. He’s hot-natured so I found a short sleeve, button down shirt for him. Seller: EsabelC
I have been looking for sweatsuits/loungewear that were suitable to wear outside of the house and very comfortable. I decided to try this one in the color blue. Fits perfect! Seller: Automet-US
When you find jeans at a good price, you buy them. I just happened to find a pair of black Lee jeans at an unbelievable price and they somehow ended in my cart. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
For some time now, I have see this shirt but I just never could figure out a time I could use it. Well, the time is for this cruise. I am not use to cruising in the winter months so I decided that some tops with longer sleeves would be a good idea. This shirt is a pretty shade of pink and it is slightly see through. I will be looking for a cami to wear under it. Seller: LookbookStore
The pink top looks well with white pants in the pictures on Amazon so I decided to find a pair of white jeans to go with it. Seller: VIV Collection
To complete the outfit, I found some cute pink and black heels to wear! I have already worn the shoes and they are comfortable. Probably the most comfortable pair of heels I have worn in a long time. Seller: fereshte
What’s better than one pair of black Lee jeans??? Two pairs! I purchased another pair. One pair is a longer length that works great with ankle boots and the other works with flats or sneakers. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I found a pink leopard print top with 3/4 sleeve that will be nice to wear to dinner in the MDR. Seller: Zattcas company
You can’t have a pink leopard print shirt without a pair of pink leopard print slip on shoes. They fit great. Seller: Kufeiti shoes.
Might as well but another pair of slip on shoes. But this one is on beige leopard print. This pair of shoes may not make it on the cruise. Seller: Kufeiti
I purchased a pair of ankle boots that will only make the cruise if the weather is cold. Most likely they will stay home. But they are so cute and very comfortable. Seller: Fishbone Apparel
I have noticed I have been having a hard time finding my favorite brand of athletic shoes, Reebok. I was browsing Amazon and I found a pair that I knew I needed. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
The blue lounge set I purchased earlier was so perfect, I bought another set in black. Depending on weather at the time of our cruise, they could be my travel day outfit. I will have one for traveling to Galveston and one to wear traveling home. Seller: Automet-US
With the uncertainty of the temperature during the day, I purchased a short sleeve shirt that is short in the front and long in the back. I decided on the color pink. Seller is Zeagoo.
I like the pink 3/4 sleeve top so much, I purchased another one in black and white. I can pair this shirt with either the black jeans or white jeans. Seller: LookbookStore
I found what I hope will be the perfect cami to wear under my pink top. It is pink in color so I do not think it will stick out as much as a white cami would. Seller: Shein online store.
Sweatsuits/loungewear is something I am interested in buying for this cruise. Not to wear during the cruise, but to wear to travel to and from Galveston. I found a couple that I like. The first one says “Be Kind” on the front. I decided on the color blue. Seller: Ze Qing.
The second sweatsuit/loungewear is also in blue and is more of a loose fit. And it is so comfortable. Seller: LYHNMW
And the last purchase for this cruise is a short sleeve casual white shirt. The sole purpose of this shirt is to wear it under a long sleeve sweater I have. It may or may not make this trip.
We have come to an end of our Amazon purchases for our upcoming cruise on Carnival Breeze. Thanks for taking the time to read this long blog. I’m hoping to have another cruise related blog on January 6th.
Have a great week!
It is amazing how the stuff you see on Instagram can easily found on Amazon. I found things I never knew I needed. But now I know the truth!!!! Amazon is the best! So let’s get started with the extra things I purchased on Amazon for this cruise.
Relavel marble makeup bag, marble pattern. It measures at 10 1/2 ” wide x 6 1/4″ long x 3 3/4″ tall.
Relavel marble make up bag, large marble pattern. It masures 16 1/4″ wide x 11 1/2″ long x 7″ tall.
O2COOL deluxe handheld battery operated misting fan, light blue (FML0001). Sold by MoveAbility Brands.
TowelTouch Cooling towel, 4 pack. Sold by CHMG online.
Sani-Hands hand sanitizer wipes. Sold by Preferred Pharmacy Plan.
Aqua 4-in-1 monterey hammock inflatable float. Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC
StrawExpert Set of 16 reusable stainless steel straws with travel case, cleaning brush, silicone tips, extra long metal straws for 20, 24, and 30 oz tumbler. Sold by StrawExpert.
Aloe facial skincare sheet hydrating mask. Sold by PalNour.
Cedize under eye collagen patch, 24K Gold anti aging mask. Sold by Arena Innovative Designs.
Face Mask, pack of 50, blue. Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC
Vaccine Card protector. Sold by AISON STUDIO.
And that is the end of the Amazon shopping… at least for now.
Coming up next, what is in our first aid kit.
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