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"Wander/Watch/Nest" Necklace

Literally, A SPRING Wreath

March 3rd, 2010 in member junk

Becky Lamb, contributor

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I tied 6 bedsprings together with jute, added a bird and nest, a messy bow, and a nest tag to make a SPRING wreath!

Pattern or design used: My own design - Becky

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LloydsLandingofSears writes: Sure like the style and grace of this "natural" looking wreath, especially since you were able to kick in a bit of an industrial feel with the springs! ~Mary~ Posted: 10:03 am on July 23rd

grabe writes: Perfect Posted: 6:17 am on June 29th

MimiToria writes: This is an awesome wreath, and so Spring. lol
Love this creation. Great job!
I just used the last of my 42 springs I had on hand, so will have to watch for more, and create something this cute.
Gretchen Posted: 9:25 am on March 12th

FOUND_AnnArbor writes: I hope my dad didn't get rid of the rusty springs in the woods - what a fun, creative re-use! Posted: 4:51 pm on March 7th

junkermidge writes: I love it, love it, love it!
Midge Posted: 7:47 pm on March 6th

gardencreations writes: Love!Love!Love it! My daughter is getting married this spring and we are doing a bird nest theme. We may have to try something with this idea.... Thanks. Posted: 9:28 am on March 6th

fellowjunker writes: Absolutely beautiful!
xojanis Posted: 8:52 pm on March 5th

miniworksofArt writes: HI, that is so cute!! Very spring like, thanks for sharing, I will have to look for some springs!! Posted: 11:06 am on March 4th

doggbo writes: What a cute way to begin spring here in Las Vegas! Posted: 9:43 am on March 4th

vanj writes: how darn cute!!! its people like you that keep me junking.
thanks for the insperation
vanessa Posted: 9:37 am on March 4th

Fjerda writes: Now, I know what to do with the pile of springs I removed from a old chair. My front door needs a change from the barbed wire wreath that is out there for winter. Oh Spring!! popping up all over. Chair has already been repurposed Posted: 11:43 pm on March 3rd

artteachergirl writes: So great!! How creative you are! Posted: 8:20 pm on March 3rd

Junk_Sophisticate writes: Becky - You are too good! I think this is adorable.

Here's how to change from your "junky self" to your pretty self.
Click on MY JUNK
On MY PAGE - look to the right and there are two tabs
Click on Edit My Settings
Upload your pretty self :)

Voila!

Can't wait to see you! ;)
Candy
Posted: 7:11 pm on March 3rd

Bec4 writes: Gee, thanks everyone--and what a fun surprise to see my wreath featured! On another note--how do I change my junky self (picture icon) to the real me? I couldn't find where to do that?? Posted: 4:50 pm on March 3rd

itsnotjunk2me writes: Love it & soooo cute! Great idea for old rusty springs...which I have several of from old upholstered chair seats. Happy Spring!
~judi ;) Posted: 11:58 am on March 3rd

shabbychick writes: Becky - I LOVE THIS! I just saw it on your blog - great job! I love the simplicity of the look and the springs are too cool!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy Posted: 11:45 am on March 3rd

MakinItHappen writes: SWEET! Posted: 11:11 am on March 3rd

suewhitney writes: This weeks member feature goes to Bec4! This is an adorable idea and well done. What's the bonus? You know me....always a sucker for a clever play on words! Nicely done, Bec4!

Be Well,
Sue Posted: 10:26 am on March 3rd

RustyDiva writes: GREAT idea for those bed springs! I love this wreath and the birds nest is awesome. Posted: 9:55 am on March 3rd

chippingcharm writes: Ah-haaa...great idea for springs! Laurel Posted: 8:25 am on March 3rd

OnEaglesWings writes: Toooo cute. I love it...very creative. I've never run across any old bed springs, but I'll be searching a little harder now!

Boing,
Susie Posted: 6:30 am on March 3rd