Outdoor Winter Decorations on a Budget! Easy Wreath Making

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Komentáře • 348

  • @janicew6222
    @janicew6222 Před 6 měsíci +82

    My sons are 46 & 50, they had chores when young and while we tried to make work fun, and never asked of them what we didn't do ourselves, much was required of them here on the homestead. My husband has now passed away and they are such a blessing to me. You are wise to teach your children how to do things and be part of the family. It blesses me to watch your videos. Blessings.

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci +11

      This is a wonderful testimony!! Thanks for sharing.

    • @candymckinnon8554
      @candymckinnon8554 Před 6 měsíci +4

      Love the decorations. You did a great job

    • @tinagrady7209
      @tinagrady7209 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Looks great and I just love inky

  • @HumbleVoyager
    @HumbleVoyager Před 6 měsíci +26

    The decorations are delightful! Anyone making it to your door this season will feel welcomed, indeed. Thanks for the unexpected gift of a mid-week video!

  • @nancyh.7947
    @nancyh.7947 Před 6 měsíci +15

    Thanks so much for the mid-week video, it sure was a pleasant surprise when it popped up. Ruthann, you're so talented, it looks like your front area was decorated by a professional.....so pretty and festive. 🥰

  • @lowespringacres7838
    @lowespringacres7838 Před 6 měsíci +11

    What a blessing to see you midweek 😊

  • @debjohansen7867
    @debjohansen7867 Před 6 měsíci +2

    You always make doing things look so simple & uncomplicated. This is what I love about you and your family. Thank you for showing us the simplicity of life!

  • @christileach4644
    @christileach4644 Před 6 měsíci +11

    I second the first comment - goodness, how lovely to see you here on a Wednesday!
    I enjoyed this very much. I didn’t decorate outside this year, but I cut greens from here to decorate the mantel this year and I love it. Thank you for sharing! 🎄

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Inside greens smells so beautiful too!!

  • @bethford2334
    @bethford2334 Před 6 měsíci +14

    What a nice bonus to see you in the middle of the week! I love the natural way of decorating for Christmas. It looks lovely and perfect to see you through the winter.

  • @heatherpapinchak8002
    @heatherpapinchak8002 Před 6 měsíci +1

    My mom, sister, and I would walk through the woods harvesting ground pine to make wreaths. She would sometimes just use a sturdy coat hanger and bend it into a circle for the wreath form.

  • @nicolesawford5548
    @nicolesawford5548 Před 6 měsíci +19

    Nothing beats home made greenery for the holidays. I do the same thing. Inky is so into Christmas decorating with you ,lol. Merry Christmas to you and your family and everyone who watches your videos. GOD is GOOD!

  • @marlys7426
    @marlys7426 Před 2 měsíci

    I love your decorations. Isn’t it nice to have all that stuff handy there on the farm. You are so fortunate and blessed and you know how to make use of so many things that nature provides. Bless you!

  • @bevstacy9764
    @bevstacy9764 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Ruth Ann , your porch is beautiful!! And very festive.

  • @kimcwhite6509
    @kimcwhite6509 Před 6 měsíci +4

    RuthAnn I loved the video & Inky helping you with a little head butting & claws! He's a cute kitty, I'm glad you took him in❤️🎄💚

  • @tecora7419
    @tecora7419 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I don’t know what is more Beautiful your porch or the precious memories of gathering the greenery. ❤️

  • @chickaboom45
    @chickaboom45 Před 6 měsíci

    I can not tell you how much this made me smile and happy it reminds me of old times when boys wore small about 25 yrs ago

  • @epsitucky0920
    @epsitucky0920 Před 6 měsíci +1

    It’s beautiful! I love finding things outdoors for decorations!!!

  • @afairchild7224
    @afairchild7224 Před 6 měsíci

    I recently found you and am in admiration of your family and farm!!!
    Your kiddos are SO LUCKY to be raised around so many amazing animals, old fashioned skills, and sooooo much love! I am older than you and often say outlook, I wish I was a kid in that family!!!
    You have a gorgeous family, farm and life! Thank you for sharing it with us!!!! ❤

  • @patz780
    @patz780 Před 6 měsíci +11

    Your home grown greenery is beautiful in the ceramic pots and the wreath is perfect. The porch is really decked out! Happy holidays, Zimmerman family!

  • @debkincaid2891
    @debkincaid2891 Před 6 měsíci

    Your hubby sure got himself a precious little wife. So talented!

  • @jeanninedelory5417
    @jeanninedelory5417 Před 6 měsíci +5

    RuthAnn those greenery pots and wreath came out so Beautiful!! You are very talented! If anyone purchased identical greenery, it definitely would have cost a lot!
    It was Definitely a treat and a Blessing to be able to see you mid week!!
    I so love watching all your videos!!
    May God Bless, you and each and every one in the family!
    Merry Christmas to the Zimmerman’s

  • @chefevilee9377
    @chefevilee9377 Před 6 měsíci

    Oh my gosh that cat just adores you. I think it is also a very nice testament to what a kind spirit you have!

  • @lighthseskr
    @lighthseskr Před 6 měsíci +1

    This is exactly how I decorate for the holidays. I am harvesting my greens and dogwood and berries today and will put it all together.
    The cost of the planters and wreaths just blow my mind. I have a stash of bows from previous years and reconfigure and rotate those. Happy Holidays everyone.

  • @rachelseibert7882
    @rachelseibert7882 Před 6 měsíci +5

    It turned out so pretty! Thanks for showing us how to do it!

  • @sallydunbar1683
    @sallydunbar1683 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Looks beautiful! Our grocery had greenery with birch logs for $40 & they weren't near as big as yours! What a great job you do. Your talents are endless!

  • @BrendaJBarNett
    @BrendaJBarNett Před 6 měsíci

    I learned how to make a wreath in Girl Scouts using a potato as the center, which keeps all the greenery alive. We put the hanger and extra shoulder from wire clothes hangers. BTW I'm 70 and still do this❤

  • @tinatippin5705
    @tinatippin5705 Před 6 měsíci +1

    When I was young, one of our favorite things was going places in our dad's old truck. It was like being in a parade. What a fun day and the porch looks wonderful. Thank you.

  • @gardengrowinmawmaw8642
    @gardengrowinmawmaw8642 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Love that wreath!! Something else I've used as a form; a hula hoop, a pool noodle, anything round or square that you can make come to life!

  • @pattysmith4991
    @pattysmith4991 Před 6 měsíci +5

    That is lovely. I love making things like that. The transformation is beautiful. Makes it feel like Christmas time.

  • @rosiekerr8268
    @rosiekerr8268 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I love fresh greenery added to home decor…smells wonderful and looks gorgeous! Love your simple planters and wreath….beautiful xxx

  • @thedirtprincess3293
    @thedirtprincess3293 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Its a gorgeous wreath, and you have a serious artistic streak! Wanted to say it was such a boost to my spirit to see your video pop up unexpectedly!!

  • @dolorescampbell
    @dolorescampbell Před 6 měsíci

    What a wonderful, unexpected surprise today to get notified that there was a new video available from your channel mid week. Made my day😊

  • @jeannenemmyers6580
    @jeannenemmyers6580 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Looks like a very inviting entrance. Gorgeous greenery. Thanks for the great ideas.

  • @ChickaDeeAnna
    @ChickaDeeAnna Před 6 měsíci +3

    Ruthann, I couldn’t love this more! From the harvesting with the children to the wreath making with Inky! Great job! (ps…really enjoyed the music:)

  • @MrGoatlady
    @MrGoatlady Před 6 měsíci +1

    Your porch looks so festive. Thank for the tutorial. I think I'll go out in the woods and get some greens tomorrow.

  • @Patricia-cy7ij
    @Patricia-cy7ij Před 6 měsíci +1

    Just LOVE the pine tree decorations. We like the natural ones and yours are perfect. Thank you for the great video.

  • @jointheir7897
    @jointheir7897 Před 6 měsíci +9

    Beautiful and well crafted!

  • @jeannemcmillintwinlakeses3767

    Easy peasy and quick. Most times is the prettiest. Just throw some more zip ties in hubbies stocking. Or maybe the kids can put some in your stocking so you have them in the house. I also use them for a lot of things.

  • @caytiedid
    @caytiedid Před 6 měsíci

    We went and cut our own tree on land with a tag. I had to trim it when we got home and had the branches sitting on the back porch. I am so excited for this tutorial!

  • @trishthehomesteader9873
    @trishthehomesteader9873 Před 6 měsíci

    Very festive! 🤩
    I'm late in watching this because my next door neighbor had someone trim his pine tree up off the fence just yesterday. 😄 I'll remember this for next year, though.
    Inky is such a lovey and purring in the mic. 😻
    Blessings! 💜

  • @kimberlyrice165
    @kimberlyrice165 Před 6 měsíci +6

    Great job! Looks beautiful!

  • @lizhaydon2250
    @lizhaydon2250 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I always enjoy and look forward to seeing your videos.

  • @kleineroteHex
    @kleineroteHex Před 6 měsíci +1

    you make it look so easy - mine never turn out all that great HOWEVER, from the road no one can tell for sure LOL
    The birch looks really nice in your planters!

  • @belieftransformation
    @belieftransformation Před 6 měsíci

    Beautiful decorating, plus everyone helped get the branches! Thanks for sharing! God bless everyone 🤗💕🇨🇦

  • @poodledaddles1091
    @poodledaddles1091 Před 6 měsíci +1

    The birch type wood really set off the pots!

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Yes I save those from year to year because we have so few around here.

  • @faigee3493
    @faigee3493 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Absolutely beautiful Ruthann!
    Nice to see a quick video during the week too😊

  • @debracampbell5151
    @debracampbell5151 Před 6 měsíci

    Inky wants back in the house!😂 I brought greenery in and arranged it in a large vase with some artificial poinsettias in place of a Christmas tree. It takes up less space but still looks festive.😊🤗

  • @sherriehagenhoff5342
    @sherriehagenhoff5342 Před 6 měsíci

    I love everything you do Ruthann! Thank you so much for sharing. Lord be with you and your family.

  • @amsohn1
    @amsohn1 Před 6 měsíci +4

    Awesomeness! Love the fresh greenery, and the smell must be amazing!
    Thanks for sharing
    Blessings ❤

  • @whitestone4401
    @whitestone4401 Před 6 měsíci

    Your security detail is adorable. Just beautiful and so welcoming. Thank you.

  • @tammygermonto2113
    @tammygermonto2113 Před 6 měsíci

    That looks wonderful! I love the birch limbs. So fresh and natural…God is good!

  • @misterincreds5341
    @misterincreds5341 Před 6 měsíci

    I absolutely love this. I love decorating with things from nature. I think you did a great job.

  • @curban616
    @curban616 Před 6 měsíci

    So beautiful! I love your simple way of living! I know you work hard, but your life is beautiful!

  • @annhendrick8681
    @annhendrick8681 Před 6 měsíci

    Just beautiful Ruthann. I loved all the arrangements! I don’t know which one the most. I think I’m most drawn to the basket and lanterns❤️ I bet it would have been awesome to add some small branches of the white Burch tree limbs to that as well

  • @carolcrudder7864
    @carolcrudder7864 Před 6 měsíci

    Oh my goodness Ruth Anne the front of your house looks beautiful! The wreath looks amazing! I love the music too lol.

  • @cydney3283
    @cydney3283 Před 6 měsíci

    You have inspired me to walk my forest and get creative Thanks for that!!

  • @johnnyerrington4605
    @johnnyerrington4605 Před 6 měsíci +1

    What a nice surprise! So good to see you and the family mid week. The porch looks beautiful, what I really loved is that the kids had fun helping you collect the greenery. So wonderful that you always include them. Thanks for the video, You did great on the wreath!

  • @wizelbee
    @wizelbee Před 6 měsíci

    Your Inky looks exactly like my Norman "Normie". The wreath is beautiful as are the greenery pots & the smell has got to be so Christmasey. I love the smell of evergreens.

  • @kristydavies1665
    @kristydavies1665 Před 6 měsíci

    Tuned in for the crafts, stayed for that and the kitty!

  • @catladynj
    @catladynj Před 6 měsíci +3

    Inkie is so sweet😊❤

  • @juniper4915
    @juniper4915 Před 6 měsíci

    Love the decor and the affectionate cat. So sweet. ❤

  • @silver_threads
    @silver_threads Před 6 měsíci

    I was so excited to see a bonus video from you this morning! I'm excited to go foraging for greens now for some planters on my porch! Also your wreath is just perfect...next year I will make my own as well! Blessings, Marie

  • @tammygagnon996
    @tammygagnon996 Před 6 měsíci

    Very festive! Such a treat to have a video mid week, thank you.

  • @cheyennereeves6863
    @cheyennereeves6863 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Great to see you mid-week. I love using natural greenery for Christmas decorations, i think it turned out beautiful. And I love that your children have chores. I taught my children to do chores too.

  • @beadwright
    @beadwright Před 6 měsíci

    Your Christmas greenery is so pretty. It was very nice of your neighbor to let you go take cuttings. I notice that you were very careful about how much you pruned any one tree. The white branches really set off the arrangement and the red berries were so pretty too. I love a fresh wreath and have them on both sides of my door so the inside will smell as good as the outside. Inky loves the holidays too. What an affectionate cat, so fluffy too. (We had a black rabbit named Inky who was not so affectionate. In fact he had deadly aim for my brothers! Lol)

  • @aveyacres
    @aveyacres Před 6 měsíci +1

    I love the fresh greenery, and that you can harvest it yourself! Such a beautiful and welcoming entry. Inky is adorable 😊

  • @tinadoerer4312
    @tinadoerer4312 Před 6 měsíci

    ❤ Thank you for this video. Your wreath and planters look wonderful. God is very good!

  • @MaryWilliams-zl8ls
    @MaryWilliams-zl8ls Před 6 měsíci

    I don't comment very often but wanted to let you know my husband and I enjoy your videos, the content, and your family. We've been watching just a couple of months now. May you all have a blessed and healthy Christmas and upcoming New Year. 🎉 God Bless. ❤

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci

      I’m so happy you are here!! Thank you so much!!!

  • @galeharris6696
    @galeharris6696 Před 6 měsíci

    I love these decorations--festive, beautiful, and home crafted!! I really like the idea of using zipties, I alwas used string or fishing twine, and it's much more awkward. Thank you, RuthAnn.

  • @kathyburns2945
    @kathyburns2945 Před 6 měsíci

    Great timing. I have been scrolling through Pinterest trying to find something easy and then you posted this video. I can do this without any problem. Thank you.

  • @creativespaceslandscaping
    @creativespaceslandscaping Před 6 měsíci +2

    OMG! Looks amazing, you did a fantastic job! 😍And absolutely love your sense of design. It was so sweet the kids helped collect the greenery...they rock!

  • @ruthcowden1386
    @ruthcowden1386 Před 6 měsíci

    What a nice reminder that I was going to make a wreath!

  • @renabuckner8
    @renabuckner8 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Look how pretty!!! Love the decorations!! Can you get inki to sit by the pot for the Christmas season? 😁

  • @TrishPatches
    @TrishPatches Před 6 měsíci

    Great video, I will be doing mine with my 16 yr grand daughter. love Inky, a beautiful cat. thanks for the lesson.

  • @zelmanewell5486
    @zelmanewell5486 Před 6 měsíci

    You are so blessed to have so many different types of fur trees. Here in Missouri in the wild we have mostly pine and cedar we don't have any of the other two pretty kinds that you have. It's beautiful. Merry Christmas to you all.

  • @barbaraweber3084
    @barbaraweber3084 Před 6 měsíci

    Inky is a star! She's your Christmas kitty!

  • @denisepineda1788
    @denisepineda1788 Před 6 měsíci

    The greenery looks great. I think even I could make that wreath after watching you!!😂😂

  • @lindagraff4842
    @lindagraff4842 Před 6 měsíci +1

    My favorite tree is the white pine, I love those long needles, and the fabulous pine cones,
    Very nice arrangements,

  • @sharonoytb21
    @sharonoytb21 Před 4 měsíci

    I am blessed every single time I watch a video. You are so smart and talented!

  • @mattthomas3885
    @mattthomas3885 Před 6 měsíci

    Beautiful decorating, Ruthann! Thank you so much for sharing. You're a great inspiration !

  • @vicky52557985
    @vicky52557985 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I love your wreath Ruthann also the trimmings in the pots

  • @Tia-vj9ox
    @Tia-vj9ox Před 6 měsíci

    Everybody in the back of the pickup reminds me of simpler times❤😊

    • @Tia-vj9ox
      @Tia-vj9ox Před 6 měsíci

      The planters look lovely!

    • @Tia-vj9ox
      @Tia-vj9ox Před 6 měsíci

      Wreath, too! Inky was such big help! lol❤

  • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
    @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 Před 6 měsíci

    Your little “hunters” are adorable ❤
    Blessings

  • @karenfleming1500
    @karenfleming1500 Před 6 měsíci

    You could work part time at a florist shop your wreath is beautiful and I love the pots by the door the fireside basket is beauty too I’m retired florist 40 years worth!!!

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci

      Oh wow!! What a beautiful job that must’ve been.

  • @kathryncurry8728
    @kathryncurry8728 Před 6 měsíci

    Oh you made my day by adding an extra video this week!

  • @elderberryfarmlife4258
    @elderberryfarmlife4258 Před 6 měsíci

    I have 6 planters in the front porch. I just filled them today. So much fun!

  • @marylynnbehrens5562
    @marylynnbehrens5562 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Your kitty is so sweet and precious usually they don't want to have anything to do with you! Love your winter arrangements and love the wreath!

  • @joannemathews8394
    @joannemathews8394 Před 6 měsíci

    I love when you have
    Extra videos I could watch you daily. Love you and your whole family
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

  • @sallyeblen7032
    @sallyeblen7032 Před 6 měsíci

    Im all about thrifting , so I enjoyed this. You did a great job, it was all pretty.

  • @LindaScales-hr5br
    @LindaScales-hr5br Před 6 měsíci

    Yes, God is good. Your decor is very cool and frugal at the same time whooo whooo.❤️❤️❤️

  • @hazelbrungard1623
    @hazelbrungard1623 Před 6 měsíci

    I make my wreathes by stretching a coat hanger into a round space and then bend hanger bend the hook around to make the holder.

  • @kathyschauer2114
    @kathyschauer2114 Před 4 měsíci

    Nice. You sure make everything look easy. You’re my inspiration for a lot of things. Thank you 🙏

  • @Longfamily3
    @Longfamily3 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Beautiful!! So wonderful to do something so lovely with something nearly free! A midweek video was an unexpected gift!! Thank you so much!!

  • @riverduck3
    @riverduck3 Před 6 měsíci

    LOVE this so much! You're so creative! Wow!!!!! Now I'm inspired!

  • @MarilynBower-pe8qn
    @MarilynBower-pe8qn Před 6 měsíci

    I love the decorations of pines. I hato say i really enjoyed seeing your kitties. I was so excited hear the name of your black cat. We had a black cat we called Inky. He was big, sleek, 7 toes on his front paws which he used just like hands. He weight 15 pounds. I miss the cat.

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Inky is quite chunky right now and is probably close to 10 lbs.

  • @annequiring5652
    @annequiring5652 Před 6 měsíci

    I never thought of using zip ties. That would make it so much easier on my hands. I used some vines from around the property to make a wreath this fall we don’t have many evergreens around for me to get greenery.
    Your front porch looks very inviting.

  • @nancybrooks-hartz8807
    @nancybrooks-hartz8807 Před 6 měsíci

    What a lovely video ! I just love watching you and your family. I lived in Maryland and loved going to Lancaster , PA
    Thank you for the video in the middle of week and a Merry Christmas to you and yours !!! And a Happy New year!!

  • @pattyholt9773
    @pattyholt9773 Před 6 měsíci

    GOD is good! Even when going through breast cancer !

  • @lattelolly6925
    @lattelolly6925 Před 6 měsíci

    Great job on your wonderful decorations. Never tried to make my own. It would be fun to do. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @cathykernen4909
    @cathykernen4909 Před 6 měsíci

    Our cat, Simcha, looks just like your Inky

  • @Christian-jx3nx
    @Christian-jx3nx Před 6 měsíci +2

    Love the wreath and greenery. Looks great!! ❤️ Good job Momma!

  • @Famcke
    @Famcke Před 6 měsíci

    Wow, look at that! Love it, and it didn't cost to anything. 😂 💐🥰🙏🇺🇲