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Winter Rudolph Wreath

December 6, 2015 by Albion

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.

Winter Rudolph Wreath

I have such a thing for antlers, so when I saw this paper mache deer’s head at JoAnn’s, I knew it was coming home with me. My supplies included (affiliate links):

  • paper mache deer head
  • wreath form
  • yarn (similar)
  • white paint
  • silver glitter paint
  • Buffalo snow flakes
  • decoupage
  • miniature pinecones
  • red felt ball
  • paint brush
  • scissors
  • glue gun

supplies

I found a really thick, fluffy white yarn and used that to wrap the wreath.

yarn

yarn wrap the wreath

I then painted the entire deer head white.

paint 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.

Buffalo snow flakes

snow flakes

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.

silver glitter paint

silver glitter paint

When the head was dry, I attached it to the wreath with my glue gun.

attach the head

You know I love my pops of color and I couldn’t wait to see the pinecones against all the white.

pinecones

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.

pinecones

I kept going until I had a nice little cluster on each side of the wreath.

pinecones

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!

Outdoor

My girls and I are loving our Winter Rudolph Wreath and it’s a great addition to our holiday decor!

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Category: makeTag: Americana, Darice, DecoArt, FloraCraft, JoAnn's, reindeer, Rudolph, winter, wreath, yarn

About Albion

I’ve wanted to be an archaeologist, in theatre, a judge and to run a museum. I’m now in my mid-30s and have no idea what I want to be when I grow up.

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  1. Lindsay Eidahl

    December 6, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    Great project!! Love it!
    Lindsay Eidahl recently posted…Buck & Doe Christmas DecorMy Profile

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  2. Amy @ StowandTellU.com

    December 6, 2015 at 8:07 pm

    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!
    Amy @ StowandTellU.com recently posted…Twig Christmas Tree LuminariesMy Profile

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  3. Sara @ Shabby Grace Blog

    December 6, 2015 at 8:12 pm

    This is too cute! I love the added snow and glitter!!!

    Reply
  4. Jillian

    December 6, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    I am still in love with deer heads, this one is no exception! Super cute.

    Reply
  5. Tara @ Anything & Everything

    December 6, 2015 at 8:38 pm

    What an adorable Rudolph! Love everything about your project!

    Reply
  6. Karrah - Mrs. Do It Herself

    December 6, 2015 at 8:51 pm

    This is the cutest thing! I’m totally going to do this!!!
    Karrah – Mrs. Do It Herself recently posted…We Built A Christmas Tree Lot!My Profile

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  7. Vanessa

    December 6, 2015 at 9:08 pm

    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.
    Vanessa recently posted…Potterybarn Silhouette Reindeer Knockoff – “Home For Christmas” Hosted by Hometalk and Country LivingMy Profile

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  8. Kathleen Charm Bracelet Diva {At Home}

    December 6, 2015 at 9:13 pm

    This is fabulous, I love white and I love deer decor! Wish I had gotten one of those deer heads at JoAnn’s! xoKathleen

    Reply
  9. Tammy

    December 6, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    Love this project!!! You did a wonderful job!

    Reply
  10. [email protected]

    December 7, 2015 at 4:51 am

    This is so cute, I love the wreath and everything deer this season!!!

    Reply
  11. [email protected]

    December 7, 2015 at 11:03 am

    Love the snow on the horns! Really cute wreath.

    Reply
  12. Jeanette

    December 7, 2015 at 1:28 pm

    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.
    Jeanette recently posted…Dish Christmas TreeMy Profile

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  13. Donna @ Modern on Monticello

    December 7, 2015 at 2:49 pm

    This is really cute. Love the effect the snow and glitter has on the deer. I wouldn’t have thought of that. Great idea.

    Reply
  14. Marie from The Interior Frugalista

    December 7, 2015 at 10:34 pm

    Very cute Rudolph wreath! Pinned to share 🙂
    Marie from The Interior Frugalista recently posted…Large Outdoor DIY Holiday Lanterns {Home for Christmas}My Profile

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  15. Sharon

    December 8, 2015 at 8:55 am

    I love your sparkling, white Rudolph Wreath!
    Sharon recently posted…A must-have snowman craft: Sweet, Felted SnowmenMy Profile

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  16. Pili

    December 23, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    I love it!! So easy yet so cute!! Love the glitter on it!
    Thanks for sharing at #2usestuesday, and Merry Christmas!
    Pili recently posted…Two Uses Tuesday 60My Profile

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  17. Malisha Mishel

    September 26, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    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! 🙂

    Reply

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