A classic Victorian dried flower wreath. Roses, nigelia pods, peonies, pepper berries, dark blue delphiniums, sage, lavender hydrangeas, sesame, and globe amaranth. Ribbon can be added. 18” - 20" across outside. 150.00 U$ A sumptuous Delirobia wreath consisting of many Tropical fruits (imitation) that will last for years. Tropical foliage, pods, melons, pineapple, apples, berrys, reeds, grapes, grapefruit sections and much more.....This wreath is very heavy and lush. Measures 22" - 24" across outside. 275.00 U$ Finery for the kitchen. All artificial for longevity. Full and thick with a large seed pod ( please note pods vary), garlic, peas, artichokes, red peppers, green apples, cinnamon sticks , eucalyptus, yarrow, and Peacock feather. Your choice of paper ribbon color. Measures 18" - 20" across outside. 250.00 U$ Be charmed by this Blue Jay nesting in a woodsy setting. This slightly oval handmade grapevine wreath has moss, red oak leaves, seed pods, lambs ears, lavender, and nigelia pods. Approximately 20" across outside. 50.00 U$ Classical wreath with a handmade grapevine base featuring hydrangea blooms, pepper berries and a bit of fern and weeds from my garden. 18" across outside. 50.00 U$ Whimsical and lovely with a handmade grapevine base. Golden ribbon, red oak leaves, mixed berries, yarrow, pearly everlasting, twigs and hydrangea. 16" across outside......(not including the long branch) 65.00 U$ Light, airy and wispy. Woody flower pod in center with red oak leaves, golden hydrangea, nigelia pods, rice weed, apple slices and rose of Sharon pods. Approximately 24" across outside. 50.00 U$ A bit of country glamour that will fit in most decors. Handmade grapevine base, purple grapes, cinnamon sticks, sweet annie yarrow, wheat tansey, eucalyptus, red oak leaves, seed pod, reeds and nigelia pods with a raffia bow. 16" - 18" across outside. 65.00 U$ Country straw base (handmade?) with brown raffia, pearly everlasting, grapefruit sections, leaves, pods, hydrangea blooms and more. Approximately 22" across outside. 55.00 U$ For that summer cottage on the lake, river or ocean. This unique handmade grapevine wreath features a light house complete with driftwood, grasses, beach glass, shells, damong and a birdhouse with many Seagulls. A gift from nature. Measures 36" across outside. 375.00 U$ A little history:     The use of wreaths to celebrate & decorate goes back to ancient Persian and Greek cultures. Wreaths then were called Diadems from the Greek word diadema meaning a thing bound around. A diadem was a band of fabric worn around the brow of a royal bonnet symbolizing royalty. Wreaths made of varous leaves were also used as prizes during the Greek Olympics. Each host city would award head garlands made with material from local trees along with olive or laurel leaves. This originated the olive leaf as a peace symbol and the phrase,"to earn your laurels."  Diadem head wreaths were soon worn by the upper classes in other countries. Precious jewels and metals were added to associate with royalty during the 15 century. As time went by all classes began wearing wreaths. It is unclear how they got to be a wall ornament, perhaps someone did not want to get rid of the headress and hung it on the wall.     No longer do we see wreaths limited to the front door. Dried flowers, fruits and berrys can accent any decor with their deep shades of color as well as pastels. Herbal wreaths for the kitchen can be made up and even picked according to your cooking needs. I like to use everything live, but sometimes this is not possible, fruit for example will not last inside. However, I do make these as well. When berrys are used for texture, artificial is used.    Hello, my name Martha. I have been making custom wreaths for over 40 years and this has been my business for over twenty. I can create anything from Contemporary to Victorian. I am also an avid gardener. Most of my flowers and greens come right from my gardens and are then picked and dried in my barn. I have a love for all the materials I grow, each wreath gives me heartfelt joy. Although the design and color will be the same and similar as shown for each design, please note just as no two blossoms are the same, neither are my wreaths. Slight variations are normal....as with all of us.         I am more than happy to go over any specific questions you might have, please feel free to call or write.       To order any one of my wreaths please call or email with your contact info and let me know a good time to get back to you. I will call / write you back promptly at which time we can go over the details. Upon ordering, each wreath will be created, properly packed and shipped within ___days. You will not be disappointed.     I accept money orders / bank checks and personal checks (with D.L. and phone # please) as payment.  Thank you. Most sincerely, Martha email: adirondackwreaths@netzero.com Tel: (518) 580-1289 9 am - 6 pm EST