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Christmas Boxwood Wreaths in the Kitchen

kitchen ideas December 3, 2012

The past few weeks I’ve been a bit frustrated. I haven’t been able to find the Christmas decor I want when shopping at local stores. First and foremost on my list are boxwood wreaths. Nobody’s got ’em. And I don’t want big, honkin’ ones either. They need to be sweet and petite to fit my built-in kitchen hutch. This weekend was the monthly flea market and although I didn’t find boxwood wreaths, I did find some boxwood … a bunch for six bucks.

 So I made my own wreaths with the boxwood branches.
I was inspired by the simple boxwood wreath I saw over at Just So Lovely.
I used green craft wire to shape 2 small wreath frames.
Then I snipped off long stems from the branches and weaved them around the frames.
As needed, I used thin floral wire to secure the boxwood clipping to the frame.
I didn’t want the greenery to be too heavy. I just wanted simple wreaths.
Three wreaths for 3 doors. I used creamy grosgrain ribbon to hang them.
The ribbon is secured on the back of each cabinet door with a small finishing nail.
I added a little pine tree to this corner of the kitchen,
along with an ironstone pitcher stuffed with leftover boxwood.
The pine tree came wrapped in typical grocery store red foil.
I replaced it with some old flour sack material and red grosgrain ribbon.
A couple of red toile hat boxes add a little more Christmas red.
I found the hat boxes on sale for half price. The smaller one was $6.
But the true stars of this vignette are the boxwood wreaths.
1.  Because I made them myself.
2. Because I only paid $6 for three wreaths.
2. Because I almost had to do without them!
And this is how I’m keeping my vow to simplify Christmas this year.
Using stuff I already have on hand, along with some fresh greens.
See more Christmas kitchen decor here.

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Comments

  1. beachcomber says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    really lovely! thanks for the idea.
    x

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  2. [email protected] Charm says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:28 pm

    Now…you are one smart cookie to make your own. They look wonderful on that cabinet. Hope I see them at my thrifty party:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  3. Shelia says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    You are truly the smartest one! I love your sweet little wreaths and they look wonderful on your cabinet. The little added Christmas greenery looks so beautiful.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

    Reply
  4. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:37 pm

    I love those and they are better than what you can buy. Nice and simple. Love the touches of red, too with the toile. Thanks for joining.

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  5. An Urban Cottage says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    Very sweet, humble and perfect! Much nicer than what you can buy!

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  6. Divine Theatre says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:44 pm

    The boxwood in my gardens turns bronze color in the cold months so I cannot use it for Christmas…which was why I really planted it in the first place!
    May I ask where you found the boxwood stems?
    I have heard that Trader Joe’s has boxwood wreaths for $9.99! Such a deal!

    xo

    Andie

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  7. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:56 pm

    You did a wonderful job making your own wreaths! They look so pretty! The fresh ones you made look even better than the preserved ones.

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  8. Pamela Gordon says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    These are adorable wreaths and they look so lovely on your old cupboard doors. I love the green tree on the stool too. Simple and sweet.

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  9. Whimsical Perspective says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    Just Beautiful! I love the simplicity. 🙂

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  10. Carol OurSearsKitHome says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:26 pm

    Jennifer,
    What a beautiful look! Every detail is perfect. Still loving the floors and cabinets too…

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  11. Debra @ Common Ground says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:48 pm

    your wreaths turned out great, I’ve been looking everywhere for these and a bigger one. Lowe’s says they have them, but they really don’t. bummer…yes, frustration. love them on your cupboard doors!! great job!

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  12. Anne says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:51 pm

    Jennifer I absolutely LOVE this! Love the simplicity and the look! And a great deal to boot too! Love that pitcher propped on top of those hat boxes!
    xx
    Anne

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  13. Dawn says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:07 am

    Those are just adorable, I wish I had some boxwood’s. Great pop with the red ribbon.

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  14. Sherry says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:07 am

    Beautiful. I love that they are not heavy. Great idea!

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  15. Stacey says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:43 am

    Very pretty. 🙂

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  16. Sherry says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:57 am

    Your kitchen looks so pretty. I love them. I pinned them. 🙂

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  17. Simple Pleasures says

    December 3, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Hi Jennifer,
    Those little wreaths are just perfect! I purchased a boxwood wreath from Trader Joes, but is large and it’s getting dried out quickly with this warm weather! Have a wonderful holiday season.
    xoxo

    Reply
  18. Christa says

    December 3, 2012 at 1:29 am

    So pretty. You might have shopped forever and never found wreaths that fit your space so nicely. I’m inspired to make some as well!

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  19. chateau chic says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:23 am

    That corner of your kitchen is so fresh and pretty. Adorable little boxwood wreaths!
    Mary Alice

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  20. sweet violets says

    December 3, 2012 at 5:12 am

    So perfectly sweet and simple!!!

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  21. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

    December 3, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    The added greenery is the perfect accent to your fabulous built in cupboard!

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  22. Infuse With Liz says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    Very nice! I love what you created and they look perfect against your white cabinet. I picked up some from The Country Door catalog a few years ago. I keep storing them and they look fine each year. I used a pair on my Santo’s Cage Doll this year. Looks like you accomplished just what you wanted and that’s a good thing!

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  23. Cynthia says

    December 3, 2012 at 2:41 pm

    Boxwoods are one of my favorites I have them all over our yard. I love these wreaths and I love the touch on the toile red boxes.

    Cynthia

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  24. Jami says

    December 3, 2012 at 4:48 pm

    Love, love, love! So simple and sweet. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Erin~Just*Grand says

    December 3, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    I love the wreaths and your hutch, but how did I never notice that fabulous floor before? I love that green, especially with all of your wonderful whites. Enchanting!

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  26. Anita @ Cedar Hill Ranch says

    December 3, 2012 at 6:44 pm

    I really love your simple boxwood wreaths, so pretty and elegant. The simplicity is part of their charm.

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  27. Katarina says

    December 3, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    Love your wreaths, Jennifer! And photos, especially the last three!

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  28. ❀ JoAnne says

    December 3, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    Oh Jennifer, you made me laugh when you said you didn’t want big “honkin'” wreaths! I know exactly what you mean ~ why is it so hard to find small wreaths? I love how yours turned out and how you hung them with the pretty ribbon. We have some boxwood in our front yard and last year I made one small wreath so now I feel inspired to make some more. Love your little tree and hat boxes too!

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  29. Leslie says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    I love the simple elegance of these boxwood wreathes. Your decor is beautiful!

    leslie

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  30. Marilyn Holeman says

    December 3, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    Visiting from Between Naps on the Porch. Lovely–just lovely!

    Reply
  31. Eclectically Vintage says

    December 3, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Simply stunning – love the clean look of your decorations – the white with the little touches of green and white are perfect! Pinning this – maybe I’ll try my hand at it!
    Kelly

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  32. Carolyn says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    It looks so pretty! I love those hatboxes too.

    Carolyn

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  33. Our Neck of the Woods says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:16 pm

    I love the boxwood wreaths! They look so great up against the white. It makes them POP! It’s a great classic Christmas look.

    Visiting from Tweak It Tuesday 🙂

    Tammy
    ourneckofthewoods.net

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  34. [email protected] says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:48 pm

    You did a great job. If you can’t find it, make it. That’s my motto.

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  35. Olive says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:54 pm

    So pretty. I am sure I could break them or something. I am following you now:}

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  36. craftyles says

    December 4, 2012 at 1:08 am

    The wreaths are the perfect touch to your white kitchen. They are simple and don’t take over-as I said , just perfect!

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  37. Heather says

    December 4, 2012 at 2:34 am

    Hi Jennifer! Thank you for visiting my blog! Your simple boxwood wreaths are just perfect! Love the cream ribbon too.

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  38. [email protected] Parsonage Living says

    December 4, 2012 at 3:03 am

    You are so creative! I love the wreathes you created. You’ve inspired me.

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  39. Carol says

    December 4, 2012 at 5:14 am

    Those are so perfect — just adore how you have them hung from the cream-colored ribbon.

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  40. Maureen Wyatt says

    December 4, 2012 at 7:10 am

    Simply beautiful!

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  41. Ruby and Arthur says

    December 4, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    These are so sweet and simple. I need one on my beadboard cabinet! Jean

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  42. Maria G says

    December 4, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    You have great taste and very beautiful wreaths!

    Maria from whitecrystalsilver.blogspot.fi

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  43. michele says

    December 5, 2012 at 12:16 am

    they look perfect, and now i’m thinking i’ll need to make some as well!

    smiles to you.

    michele

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  44. Jenny says

    December 5, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    These are so sweet. I would love to add something like this to my kitchen – might have to raid the boxwood in my yard… 😉 Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
  45. Dawn says

    December 6, 2012 at 3:06 am

    Thank you for linking up to the party at the Cabin this week, you know how much I adore your style:)

    Reply
  46. Anne Marie says

    December 6, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    love the simplicity of this…I have been wanting to make a few as well – thanks for the tips!!
    xo + advent blessings,
    Anne Marie

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  47. Shirley says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:55 am

    I’m going out tomorrow and cut some boxwood from my many bushes. These wreaths are so cute.

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  48. Karen says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:57 am

    That is simple elegant and beautiful!

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  49. Jamie -Better With Age says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:13 am

    Beautiful idea! Simple and chic. Beautiful blog too 😉

    Reply
  50. Kim @ Plumberry Pie says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:47 am

    So pretty, fresh and crisp! I love it. I’m going for simplicity this year too. Isn’t it refreshing?! stopping by from happy hour 😉

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  51. lynn says

    December 7, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    so charming, jennifer! love those cabinets:)

    Reply
  52. Barbwire Pretty says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    Wow!!! I just love your blogs, I visit often but because my back does not appreciate my sitting at the computer for very long, I cannot take time to comment. Thanks for the lovely blogs.
    Bernice

    Reply
  53. Ida von Katthult says

    December 8, 2012 at 3:27 pm

    What a wonderfull, simple idea, I really adore your wreaths! Happy Adventszeit 🙂 Ida

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  54. Anne says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    You have the most beautiful home and I love the way it’s decorated! I have a special request. Can you send me a photo of the inside of the doors to your cupboard?? I have leftover beadboard and want to make cupboard doors with it if I can. Your doors are PERFECT!

    Thanks Jennifer! Merry Christmas!!!

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  55. Kim Gaynor says

    September 23, 2013 at 10:08 am

    Oh my goodness! I LOVE that cupboard of yours and the boxwood wreath idea is perfect.

    Reply
  56. Amy @ StowandTellU says

    November 30, 2014 at 9:20 am

    You boxwood wreaths are the perfect Christmas touch to you gorgeous cabinets. Loved that you decorated with supplies you already had. I really enjoyed your holiday home tour over at Anne’s.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      November 30, 2014 at 9:25 am

      Thanks, Amy! So glad you enjoyed the tour over at Anne’s! I love her blog!!

      Reply

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