Disclosure: This post is sponsored by The Home Depot, but all opinions are my own.
Last week I helped co-lead the Do-It-Herself Workshop at The Home Depot in Austell, GA. I had an amazing time and I was so impressed by the turnout! We had such an awesome, diverse group of ladies come out to the workshop, and I was so happy to see so many women of all ages trying power tools for the first time.
My co-leader was Kristin of The Hunted Interior. We both believe that using power tools is very empowering, and women are just as capable of being as “handy” as any guy. We were happy to see so many women participating.
The project this month was to create a Pinterest-inspired monogram wreath. Each lady had the opportunity to cut out a monogram letter to take home, and power tools were raffled off as prizes too!
There were representatives from RYOBI and Dremel present to talk about specific tools and to assist the ladies with their projects. Everyone could get “hands-on” and try out several different power tools.
The folks at The Home Depot were awesome to work with too, and they made this workshop so much fun.
Jennifer from The Home Depot did awesome leading the women and showing them how to cut out their monogram.
I hope that everyone left the workshop having learned something new and feeling empowered.
Did I mention these workshops are free? They take place once a month, so check with your local Home Depot store if you’d like to attend. You can register here.
I created my own version of a Pinterest-inspired monogram wreath using a cloverleaf patterned radiator grate (purchased at The Home Depot) as a stencil.
You can check out my video tutorial below if you’d like to see how I made it. (Please ignore the messy garage!)
For lots of monogram wreath inspiration, check out my Pinterest board or the Home Depot #DIHWorkshop Pinterest Board. You can also follow along with the workshops on social media by following hashtag #DIHWorkshop!
By the way, I would like to say congratulations to Amy Pugmire — she is the winner of the $100 Home Depot Gift Card Giveaway!
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I love it!! I’m a sucker for anything with a monogram, and I’m so impressed that you made it yourself!
Thank you, Amy! It was a lot of fun. I’m all about monograms too! It was surprisingly easier than I thought it would be to make.
That looks like soooo much fun! Love that wreath!
Thanks Vanessa! It was a lot of fun!
This looks like such a fun event! I am going to see if they have these at my home depot and sign-up!
Thanks Kelly! It was so much fun. You should definitely sign up! 🙂
This is so fun! S is my initial for my last name, so I really like this wreath! I could definitely see one like it on my front door. 🙂
Thank you Laura! I had a lot of fun making it!
Your wreath turned out great!! I love that it can be used year round. Clever idea using the radiator grate as a stencil. It was a fun night at Home Depot, I can’t wait to attend more!
Thank you Elizabeth! And thanks again for coming to the workshop!
So cute!!!
Thank you Ashley!
This is so cool! I love that you used a grate to create the stencil – very creative!
Thank you Emily! I appreciate that!
For Christmas last year, I got a bunch of Ryobi tools…now I just need to sign up for a workshop! Thanks for providing the link, I’m signing up!
Awesome, Jeanie! You definitely should sign up – it’s a lot of fun!
How fun! I love the wreath 🙂
Thank you Kristin! It was a lot of fun!
Great job on the workshop and the video! The wreath is too cute. Makes me want to go make one STAT!
Thanks so much Katie! 🙂
Love the video. Looks like a great workshop.
Thanks Melanie! It was fun!
totallky wish I could have gone to one of these; they looked like so much fun!
It was a lot of fun, Carissa! They have them every month, you should check one out near you!
I love that wreath! I wish I could have attended – looks so fun!
Thanks Amy! It was a lot of fun!
Love this. I wish I knew how to use powertools. Still a bit afraid of them.
Thanks Denise! I understand, power tools can be intimidating. A jig saw is a great tool to start out with (and actually the first power tool I ever used) since the blade is small and not so scary. 🙂
Okay – that wreath is AWESOME! I love it!
How cool that those workshops exist – it’s a great way to get gals creating these projects without feeling intimidated by tools and the former “man zone” of the workshop!
Thanks so much Tara! I agree, I love that these workshops can help women become more comfortable with power tools!
Wow this looks great and your workshou-how fun!!! I wish I could have been there, but I am definitely in for next time! I have been intimidated to use my jigsaw to make letters, but I’m not sure why. I am definitely going to try this now and try to add a Z to our holiday wreath on the front door right now! Thanks, Erin!
Thanks Allyson! It was a lot of fun! A “Z” would be a great letter to make for this – no curves or anything to worry about. You should try it!
What a fun workshop! And I love the wreath. I so need to learn to use a jigsaw!
Thank you! Jig saws are fun – you can do so much with them. The workshop was a lot of fun too!
Erin, this turned out so cute I wish I could have been there! The grate as a stencil worked out perfect!
Thank you Kelley! Wish you could’ve been there too. Hopefully I’ll see you soon!
What a charming project! I have had this desire to get some Ryobi tools! Maybe this is a sign…
Thank you Malia! Yes — definitely a sign. Go get yourself some RYOBI goodies! 🙂
How fun! I had no idea that Home Depot did these workshops, definitely looking to see if they have any close to my house!
Thanks Britni! Yes, see if they have these workshops near you! They’re a lot of fun.
I’ve always wanted to go to one of these! They look so fun and your project turned out great!
Thank you! It was a lot of fun. I highly recommend going to one if they have them near you!
Beautiful and what a great opportunity!
Thank you, Kathy! It was fun!
Hi Erin, I think your wreath is adorable! I really like the pattern you choose and will have to stop by one of the workshops soon. I’ve always seen the workshops listed when I go to Home Depot, but have never checked it out.
-alaya
Thank you, Alaya! The workshop was a lot of fun. I definitely recommend going to one!