If you haven’t noticed yet, I absolutely adore Christmas decorating. I will keep going until Christmas Day. If there is an empty nook, I need to fill it. I wanted a wreath for a bare wall in our entry and came up with this Winter Rudolph Wreath that has the option of a removable nose. It’s sparkly, whimsical, and my girls love it. It makes me smile every time I walk past.
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Supplies:
- paper mache deer head
- wreath form (similar)
- fluffy white yarn (similar)
- white paint
- silver glitter paint
- Buffalo snow flakes
- decoupage
- miniature pinecones
- red felt ball
- paint brush
- scissors
- glue gun
I found a really thick, fluffy white yarn and used that to wrap the wreath.
I then painted the entire deer head white.
I painted decoupage on just the antlers and sprinkled the Buffalo snow flakes on. When it was dry, I did a second coat, more snow flakes, and sealed it. I wanted a lot of sparkle, but wanted to keep the head white.
I then used a bit of silver glitter paint to go over the face and ears. Again, just enough to add a bit more depth, but not enough to take away from the overall snowy white look.
When the head was dry, I attached it to the wreath with my glue gun.
You know I love my pops of color and I couldn’t wait to see the pinecones against all the white.
Because the pinecones had “picks” and it was a styrofoam wreath, I just poked each piece in between the yarn, straight into the wreath form.
I kept going until I had a nice little cluster on each side of the wreath.
At this point, I couldn’t quite decide if I wanted to add the red nose or not, so I compromised with myself. I used poster putty for the nose so that I could put it on for Christmas, but take it off for the rest of winter. I love decor that can be used all winter!
My girls and I are loving our Winter Rudolph Wreath and it’s a great addition to our holiday decor!
Lindsay Eidahl
Great project!! Love it!
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Amy @ StowandTellU.com
I love how many home decor styles this classic piece would work with. I could see it in a modern, city condo, a cottage or log cabin. All that white it just so pretty!
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Sara @ Shabby Grace Blog
This is too cute! I love the added snow and glitter!!!
Jillian
I am still in love with deer heads, this one is no exception! Super cute.
Tara @ Anything & Everything
What an adorable Rudolph! Love everything about your project!
Karrah - Mrs. Do It Herself
This is the cutest thing! I’m totally going to do this!!!
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Vanessa
I love it and too bad the reindeer paper mache is solded out on Joann’s web site. Bummer, I have the hardest time trying to find one of those. Your reindeer wreath is beautiful.
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Kathleen Charm Bracelet Diva {At Home}
This is fabulous, I love white and I love deer decor! Wish I had gotten one of those deer heads at JoAnn’s! xoKathleen
Tammy
Love this project!!! You did a wonderful job!
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This is so cute, I love the wreath and everything deer this season!!!
karen@somewhatquirkydesign
Love the snow on the horns! Really cute wreath.
Jeanette
I saw his red nose in the feed this morning from the blog hop and it made me smile. Great project and I love the colors. Pinning and sharing.
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Donna @ Modern on Monticello
This is really cute. Love the effect the snow and glitter has on the deer. I wouldn’t have thought of that. Great idea.
Marie from The Interior Frugalista
Very cute Rudolph wreath! Pinned to share 🙂
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Sharon
I love your sparkling, white Rudolph Wreath!
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Pili
I love it!! So easy yet so cute!! Love the glitter on it!
Thanks for sharing at #2usestuesday, and Merry Christmas!
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Malisha Mishel
How sweet! I have fallen in love with it!!! I’m an avid DIYer and always try to be busy with some new projects. Was searching for a unique idea to start. The Winter Rudolph Wreath made me stop and crazy to make it asap! In a hurry to start. Wish me good luck, Albion! 🙂