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The schizophrenic wreath - Το σχιζοφρενικό στεφάνι

10/29/2015

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There once was a wreath that was bare and cold.  After all it was made out of cardboard.  It was Fall so it looked in the closet and found some appropriate wear.  A lovely white, wool strip of fabric. 
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Κάποτε υπήρχε ένα στεφάνι που ήταν γυμνό και κρύωνε. 
Άλλωστε ήταν φτιαγμένο από χαρτόνι. Ήταν Φθινόπωρο γι 'αυτό  έψαξε και βρήκε κάποια κατάλληλη ένδυση. Μια υπέροχη λευκή, μάλλινη λωρίδα υφάσματος.
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Fall Halloween wreath before The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
Since the weather was crisp, it felt it needed something more to keep warm.  So it found some lovely fabric with earthy brown, orange and green tones. 

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Επειδή ο καιρός ήταν ψυχρός, ένιωσε ότι χρειαζόταν κάτι περισσότερο για να ζεσταθεί. Έτσι βρέθηκε  ένα ύφασμα με γήινα καφέ, πορτοκαλί και πράσινες αποχρώσεις.
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Adding the fall fabric, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
It was warm enough, but now the wreath wanted a little bit of flair.  It felt lopsided and needed balance.  
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Ήταν αρκετά ζεστό, αλλά τώρα το στεφάνι ήθελε κάτι παραπάνω. Ένιωσε ασύμμετρο και ήθελε  ισορροπία.
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 Adding lace and ribbons, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
It added a little lace for beauty and some ribbons in beige and olive, the colors of nature. 

Πρόσθεσε λίγη δαντέλα για ομορφιά και μερικές κορδέλες σε μπεζ και λαδί, τα χρώματα της φύσης.
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detail of ribbons, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
Look at this fabric.  Let's add that too.

Κοίτα αυτό το ύφασμα. Ας το προσθέσουμε.
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a strip of fabric, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
Oh, it makes a pretty flower.

Ω, κάνει ένα όμορφο λουλούδι.
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A rosette, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
And some texture with this straw.  

Και υφή με αυτό το άχυρο.
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Details, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
But wait!!  Halloween is coming.  Let's add a mouse to shake things up.

Αλλά περιμένετε!!  Ερχεται η παραμονή των άγιων πάντων. Ας προσθέσουμε ένα ποντίκι για να ταρακουνήσει τα πράγματα.
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Adding the mouse, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
And a skeleton peεking out.

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Και ένας σκελετός κρυφοκοιτάζει έξω.
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And the skeleton, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
And the wreath is ready!

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Και το στεφάνι είναι έτοιμο!
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the mouse, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
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Fall Halloween wreath, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
detail of fall wreath, The schizophrenic Wreath, theboondocksblog.com
Is it for Fall?  Is it for Halloween?  Is it schizophrenic?  What do you think? 

Είναι για το Φθινόπωρο; Είναι για το Χαλοουιν;  Είναι σχιζοφρενής; Τι πιστεύετε?
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Αν σας αρέσει αυτό που βλέπετε, να το μοιραστείτε με τους φίλους σας, ή να το αποθηκεύσετε στο Pinterest. Επισεις μπορείτε  να εγγραφείτε στο blog μου και να λαμβάνετε τις περιπέτειες  μου δύο φορές την εβδομάδα στο e-mail σας.
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72 Comments
debrashoppeno5 link
10/29/2015 07:22:03 am

I think your wreath is adorable. You have the knack for combining textures and colors. The fabric flowers really made it but my favorite is the mouse. I have to ask, is that a cat toy?

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:23:28 am

Thanks Debra. It is a toy that my girls picked up at Ikea a few years back. Not a cat toy as it was found in the children's section.

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Mami Made It link
10/29/2015 07:29:03 am

Lovely anyway!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:44:10 am

Thanks so much for stopping by.

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Katrin@kreativk.net link
10/29/2015 07:30:24 am

Hahaha, Mary you're awesome! It's a little bit of all, I love how all the pieces of fabric go well together, but are different, and how you divided the sides and styles...And, I'm glad the little wreath is warm now and pretty too!

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Mary
10/30/2015 06:49:12 pm

Yes that wreath is wa rm and cozy for now, but soon it will have to put its Christmas finery on. Thanks for visiting.

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Keri link
10/29/2015 08:16:47 am

Mary, this is an awesome wreath!! I love all the pieces you added, minus the mouse...I hate mice! ;) It's very cool though!! Great job!! :)

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Mary
10/30/2015 06:52:36 pm

Keri you are so funny. I hate those mice too, but what else can I do I had a skeleton head and it was way to heavy to stay up on the wreath. At least the mouse is light. But not cute!!

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Eleana Apst. link
10/29/2015 08:23:34 am

I think its perfect Mary, especially with the flower!! I liked the story as well!! :))

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Mary
10/30/2015 06:56:34 pm

Thanks so much Eleana. I try to keep things interesting. Mix them up a bit. So happy you stopped by.

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Kathleen link
10/29/2015 11:21:23 am

I think it's adorable! You've encompassed a few different themes with one wreath but I don't think it looks crazy! Your post was quite funny. Great job!
xoKathleen

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:00:12 pm

Thanks Kathleen. It was my intention to be all over the place with this one. I'm glad I could make you laugh. We'll see how the mouse feels about this.

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Marie from The Interior Frugalista link
10/29/2015 01:31:49 pm

It has a split personality...Halloween or Fall, depending on it's mood!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:10:17 pm

That's right Marie, a split personality. I was actually thinking of callig it the Bi-polar wreath, but it didn't sound very poetic.

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Zografia link
10/29/2015 01:34:00 pm

I loved your post Mary! And that mouse on the wreath is just perfect!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:11:04 pm

That mouse Zografia is going to haunt me soon. It's mad that I gave the post a nasty name.

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Pili link
10/29/2015 05:17:14 pm

Mary that wreath is so pretty!! I love the colors you used, the floral fabric is lovely, and the rosette is the extra touch.

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:12:16 pm

Thanks Pili. It's all over the place, but somehow it works. I think I got the idea of the rosette, from a video you had posted. Thanks.

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Christina Makri link
10/29/2015 05:23:23 pm

Δεν ξέρω για ποια απ όλες τις γιορτές ταιριάζει. Αυτό που ξέρω είναι πως μου αρέσει με όλα αυτά που κουβαλάει πάνω του. Κάποιος μπορεί να πει πως είναι διαφορετικά και δεν δένουν μεταξύ τους ... κι όμως αυτή η διαφορετικότητα είναι που κάνει το σύνολο ξεχωριστό. Μπράβο Μαίρη μου! Ευφάνταστη κατασκευή!!!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:16:11 pm

Χριστίνα είπαμε σχιζοφρενεια!! Και ειναι και η εποχή που θέλουμε να φορτώσουμε τη διακοσμηση. Θέλουμε υπερβολές όχι μινιμαλισμό. Σε ευχαριστω για τα καλά σου λόγια.

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JP link
10/29/2015 05:48:43 pm

It's really, really cute!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:19:20 pm

Thanks so much, so glad you stopped on over.

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Theresa @DearCreatives link
10/30/2015 11:32:25 am

How fun! I love the fabrics you used. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared.

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:20:25 pm

Thanks so much Theresa, it is always a pleasure to visit parties that appreciate you. And I will continue to visit.

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Audra @ Renewed Projects link
10/30/2015 02:24:47 pm

Haha, the name of your wreath had me chuckling! It turned out so fun!

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Mary
10/30/2015 07:21:27 pm

Thanks Audra. Mission accomplished. A little humor with the Halloween candy.

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Kathy link
10/30/2015 08:15:42 pm

Fun story! Love the nature inspired fabrics and textures. And of course the mouse. Cute. I think he can stick around for Thanksgiving. Thanks for sharing at The Creative Circle.

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Mary
10/31/2015 05:41:49 pm

Yes, Kathy that little rodent seems to be growing on me. I had a skull I wanted to put on the wreath originally but it was made of clay and was way to heavy. But now it seems the little mouse turned out to be the best solution. Thanks for visiting.

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Dianne link
10/31/2015 05:14:30 am

Mary, it is adorable!

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Mary
10/31/2015 05:43:20 pm

Dianne, I never thought I would say this, but yes it is growing on me too. Althought I remember when my kids bought this toy home, I originally looked at it with horror. How we change.

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Cecilia MyThriftStoreAddiction link
10/31/2015 07:39:57 pm

So fun, Mary! Thank you for sharing @Vintage Charm!

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Mary
11/1/2015 03:06:35 pm

Thank you Cecilia, it is always a pleasure to have you visit.

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Zefi link
10/31/2015 09:22:15 pm

Love the little rat on the wreath! I found you at Party Junk! How come you have your blog in Greek as well as English?

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Mary
11/1/2015 03:11:10 pm

Thanks Zefi.. I blog in 2 languages because I have viewers who don't speak English. I don't like google translate. It is not natural speach and I believe if someone is going to take the time to visit my blog, then I owe them the courtesy of trying to communicate with them the best I can. It takes longer but we should not forget why we blog.. In my case it makes me happy when I know that people have seen and liked my work. Hopping on over to your blog too. Thanks for visiting.

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Doreen@househoneys link
11/1/2015 12:52:01 pm

You are clearly talented Mary! You have a way with putting fabrics,textures and patterns together that just work!

As for this being a schizophrenic wreath, I think I prefer 'versatile'. ;)

Have a great week!

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Mary
11/1/2015 03:12:32 pm

Thanks Doreen. You are too kind. I don't know what the mouse would say to that. Have yourself a wonderful November.

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Vickie @ Vickie's Kitchen and Garden link
11/1/2015 08:42:10 pm

This is so cute. What a great job. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty

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Mary
11/2/2015 01:33:11 pm

Thanks so much Vickie. Now that Halloween is over the mouse will have to go into hiding.

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Kim link
11/2/2015 07:10:31 pm

Well, whatever it is, it's perfect!! :)

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Mary
11/3/2015 04:18:14 pm

Thanks so much Kim. It can be whatever you want it to be. :)

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Jen @ The Striped House link
11/2/2015 07:55:12 pm

You did a great job combining so many different materials and patterns. Thanks so much for linking up The Creative Circle!

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:42:34 pm

Thanks Jenn, it will be a wreath for (almost) all seasons.

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Jess link
11/3/2015 11:45:56 pm

This is so cute! I love how it turned out!

Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:43:03 pm

Thanks Jess.

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Susan link
11/4/2015 05:52:56 am

Very cute! A lovely wreath and a sweet story.

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:44:32 pm

Thanks Susan. It's always fun for me to try something different when writing the posts to make it a bit more interesting. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

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Holly {McCall Manor} link
11/4/2015 08:17:35 am

This is fun! Thanks for sharing at Your Inspired Design.

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:47:32 pm

Thank you Holly. I try to have some f un for Falloween... this is how we will call it.

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Christine link
11/4/2015 11:20:09 am

Thanks for linking up at Your Inspired Design Link Party! It's Falloween! Great job!

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:48:08 pm

You get me Christine. It is totally Falloween!!

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Sherry link
11/4/2015 11:24:23 am

How cute and creative! Thanks for linking with Home Sweet Home!

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Mary
11/5/2015 02:48:43 pm

Thanks Sherry, hope you had a great Falloween!!

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Debbie link
11/6/2015 03:53:58 am

One thing it surely is, Mary, is fun. :)
Thanks for sharing your creativity with us all at #tiptuesday!

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Mary
11/6/2015 05:47:58 pm

Debbie we've even named it. It's the Falloween wreath!

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Mila link
11/6/2015 08:59:24 am

LOL, Love the schizophrenic touches :)

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Mary
11/6/2015 05:48:49 pm

Thanks Mila, althought now that Halloween is over it may be time to hide the mouse... till next year.

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Beverly link
11/6/2015 04:33:35 pm

What a fun wreath idea. Very creative. Thanks for partying with us at Snickerdoodle Sunday.

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Mary
11/6/2015 05:49:55 pm

Thank you Beverly. And now we'll embrace November and all things Fall, so goodbye little mouse.

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T'onna @ USS Crafty link
11/7/2015 05:28:18 am

Cute wreath! I really like the different textures of fabrics, and the fabric flower! Thanks for sharing at Submarine Sunday!!!

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Mary
11/8/2015 09:40:23 am

T'onna it is always my pleasure to visit your link party.

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AmberJane
11/8/2015 08:47:52 am

It is lovely I love the split personality of it -Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board.

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Mary
11/8/2015 09:41:08 am

I really appreciate it AmberJane. Thanks for your kind words.

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Mimi link
11/8/2015 08:46:35 pm

That is so clever and creative Mary! Thanks for sharing at Five Star Frou-Frou last week. Mimi xxx

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Mary
11/10/2015 02:06:42 pm

Thank you Mimi for dropping by and for your sweet compliment.

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Nikki Frank-Hamilton link
11/9/2015 12:37:38 am

Mary, this wreath is so you! I love the fabric, gorgeous prints, and the lace and rafia. Your sense of style is so unique and charming. Yes, it's a bit crazy but it works well together, especially the mouse! I bet it surprises everyone who sees it!!!

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Mary
11/10/2015 02:08:43 pm

Nikki, the other day the mouse fell off the wreath and I walked outside looked down and screamed. I had forgotten about it and thought it was real... lol . Yes, I make crazy wreaths because I need excitement in my life.

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Life Loving Linkie link
11/9/2015 04:23:23 pm

What a super idea. The fabrics against the other elements look brilliant. I love the way this has come together.

Thanks for sharing this on #LifeLovingLinkie too!

Sally @ Life Loving

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Mary
11/10/2015 02:12:07 pm

Thanks Sally, I'm so glad you like it and don't think it looks like it's all over the place.

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Navy Wifey Peters @ USS Crafty link
3/10/2016 04:37:52 am

I'm just loving all your wreaths!

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Mary
3/10/2016 07:17:15 pm

Thank you T'onna! This was a particular favorite of mine, it scared the visitors when they walked up to the wall.

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Barbara Warner
9/30/2018 08:47:46 am

Mary,
I love your wreath made from scraps. Doesn't look schizofrenic to me. The colors mimic fall and the mouse just makes it adorable. Love the rolled flower. That could be left on a bedroom wall year round! I am subscribed NOW to your blog.

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Mary
9/30/2018 09:38:45 am

Thank you so much Barbara. It just goes to show that you can repurpose just about anything, and this wreath has everything in it. Thank you for subscribing.

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