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Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Mental With Poodle Joy

Hi friends! Hi friends! Hi friends! I am all jazzed up! Why? Because my headache went away? NO! Because I had a big Coca Cola? No! Because I have had a desire for a poodle wreath to decorate our front door. Yep! Don't you all? tee hee!

I was thinking and thinking and thinking and BINGO!  The idea came! And once it came, there was NO going back! And it cost me not a thing!! That is right. I used supplies I had on hand. So here it is, my poodle wreath. Ta da!

I know right?! Woo hoo! I immediately pictured a white pine wreath with black felt poodles with red scarves and a big red bow!! Yes!

I have this collection of poodle pictures and templates. I mean, don't we all? ;) I went through my stash and knew this guy was the one for the wreath. I had the white felt on hand. I embroidered little noses and eyes with DMC 310.  Each poodle has a front and back. There is a tiny bit of stuffing in each poodle. I glued the edges together and finished the poodle off with a little red satin ribbon bow. ♥
This pine wreath is about 18 years old! The big plaid bow is even recycled. I don't throw out usable craft items. ;)  I had the gold ribbon to hang the wreath from the door also.

The last step was to hot glue my two poodles in place. All done. I love that it cost me not a thing. And I love that it is one of a kind. ♥

That is it for today friends. Now I really should write out those Christmas cards!!

 I spotted this on ebay.
 Gemmy LED Lighted Twinkling Starry Night Poodle Sculpture Outdoor Yard Decor NEW
Even if we did have the money for fun and wild things right now, Brian said, "Um, no." Aww, c'mon. Wouldn't the front yard filled with, oh about 2 dozen of these girls be TOTALLY AWESOME?!? Why is Brian saying I might have a poodle problem? ;)

Stitching and praying, (and smiling real BIG)
Vickie

34 comments:

stitchersanon said...

I love the wreath..gorgeous!

Honeybee said...

Aw, that poodle wreath is darling! Well done, you!

Robin in Virginia said...

I like your poodle wreath. Of course, I was told I could change out the poodles for labs.

gracie said...

Love the wreath but I agree with Brian...no pink poodles on the lawn! Sort of like the pink flamingo things if you know what I mean!

Angela Tucker said...

Oh, Vickie, that is an wonderful wreath. And extra special since it is one of a kind. As for lawn poodles...YES, YES, YES, must have them NOW! LOL

Have a wonderful evening!

Margaret said...

You are one crafty lady! Love it! It's so you! And to make it all out of stuff you already have -- amazing!

Barb said...

Your poodle wreath is adorable!

marly said...

I have never seen a lighted pink poodle before. Flamingo, yes. Poodle, no. She should be perched in your patio area!

Bea said...

That is a terrific wreath! And extra special as it was made from stash on hand.

A little iffy on the pink poodle. Now a pink cat I could understand, but a pink poodle . . . . . . . lol

The Knitting Cross Stitcher said...

Love your poodle wreath:)

Ann at Beadlework. said...

Poodle Joy:-)

butterfly said...


How wonderful great wreath love it hugs.

Manuela said...

Wonderful idea. I like the wreath.

Mii Stitch said...

Great job on the wreath!
My that pink poodle was made for you :)
Couldn't hubby let you have one or two?!

Astrids dragon said...

Great wreath, I love when you can make something wonderful with what you already have!
I think that pink poodle is howling your name...

Angela said...

Absolutely love your poodle wreath! Fabulous and creative finish :)

Cindy's Stitching said...

Great idea Vickie. Love the wreath. The lighted pink poodle from eBay so funny. MERRY CHRISTMAS.

Julie said...

I did giggle at reading your post Vickie, you still have a lovely sense of humour (even with the headache still present)

{hugs} xx

Penny said...

Your wreath is very creative and cute to boot! : ) And I don't see a poodle problem - I love the lighted pink poodle!

Von said...

Your wreath is perfect!

Carolien said...

No idea why Brian ... wink ... Your wreath is great!!!

Hugs across the ocean, Carolien

Lillie said...

The wreath is simply perfect

Maggee said...

Good job on creating the perfect, one-of-a-kind Poodle Wreath! If it makes you this happy, it was meant to be! Hugs!

Andrea said...

Love the wreath. Very unique.

De borduurvrouw said...

Your wreath is so original, well done! You brought me the idea of making a catwreath, hihi. Greets, Nienke

Sarah in Stitches said...

That is the perfect poodle wreath! Great job :D

gominam said...

Oh, you're wreath is unique and beautiful, really made me smile when I saw it!

laceystitcher said...

Love the poodle wreath!! You are so creative. Merry Christmas and blessings for 2017.

Lili said...

Very creative, Vickie!! It's beautiful!! The red bow is really great!
Happy weekend!

Jo who can't think of a clever nickname said...

Your poodle wreath is gorgeous, you reallly do need a black poodle version now. More than you need a pink light up poodle anyway!

Lumiruusu said...

I really like the poodle wreath it is very cute.All my best Greetings to you ! You must be waiting for Christmas as much as I do !

Jenny said...

Oh Vickie,
Your joy over your poodle wreath is contagious! You have me smiling already this morning! The wreath is absolutely adorable and looks wonderful on your door! Honestly you are just so talented! As for the pink poodle in the front yard...it made me smile too and yes I could easily see a bunch of them in your yard!

I am just now catching up with blogs! Will be writing to you shortly! Hugs my dear friend!

Brigitte said...

Oh my, Vickie, this so so creative. This wreath is so you ...
You having a poodle problem???? NO, never ;)

Carol said...

Another cute poodle creation, Vickie! I think you should start your own little online store of poodle themed goods :)