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Cornhusk Wreath

I made the cornhusk wreath featured on the Martha Stewart show last November. The steps involve dyeing the cornhusks (you can buy tamale cornhusks in your local grocery store), then separating them into strips while they are still damp, and pinning them to a straw wreath. Finish it with a thick satin ribbon. I chose apple green dye, so I can have it on the front door year-round.

Closeup of the ribbon:
I'm so happy with the results. To make your own, here is a link to the directions.
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  1. MarijkeFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    You are becoming a creative person. Never even thought of making it from cornleaves. It looks gorgeous.
    Have a nice day

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  2. My Little Home and GardenFebruary 29, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    I like your wreath, it's really lovely! I'll have to remember this come corn season...

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  3. The Sage ButterflyMarch 1, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    That is beautiful! And it looks as if it will last a long time. I like the white ribbon on the green...very pretty.

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  4. RobinLMarch 1, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    You did good Sherry, Martha would be so proud! It looks lovely.

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  5. JenniferMarch 1, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    Your wreath turned out really nicely, Sherry! I love the fresh green color; perfect for spring.

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  6. SissyMarch 13, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    I absolutely love the green with the white ribbon, Sherry. It seems like that sure took a lot of patience to finish so well!
    Good job!

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  7. JaneMarch 26, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Your wreath looks nice & neat. Like it!

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  8. LonaApril 9, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    What a beautiful wreath. I hope you have Bluebirds in your new boxes by now.

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  9. ~~~Lydias Gröna Fingrar~~~May 25, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Lovely!!!

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  10. SissyFebruary 3, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Sherry,
    dropping by my pals to see how they are faring...my blog has suffered terribly from my neglect, but started to miss my pals.
    I hope you are well and that you blog again soon!
    Sis

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