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The Home Depot Do-It-Herself Workshop {+ Monogram Wreath Video Tutorial}

November 25, 2013 By Erin Spain 49 Comments

The Home Depot has monthly Do-It-Herself Workshops. Check out a recap of November's #DIHWorkshop!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 Home Depot #DIHWorkshop

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!

The Home Depot #DIHWorkshop - Make a monogram wreath!

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 Home Depot #DIHWorkshop

The folks at The Home Depot were awesome to work with too, and they made this workshop so much fun.

The Home Depot #DIHWorkshop

Jennifer from The Home Depot did awesome leading the women and showing them how to cut out their monogram.

The Home Depot #DIHWorkshop

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.

Monogram wreath video tutorial via DIYontheCheap.com! Plus a recap of The Home Depot #DIHWorkshop.

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!

Monogram wreath video tutorial via DIYontheCheap.com! #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!

Disclosure: The Home Depot partnered with bloggers such as me for their Twitter Party and DIH Workshop program. As part of this program, I received compensation for my time. They did not tell me what to purchase or what to say about any product mentioned in these posts. The Home Depot believes that consumers and bloggers are free to form their own opinions and share them in their own words. The Home Depot’s policies align with WOMMA Ethics Code, FTC guidelines and social media engagement recommendations.

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Comments

  1. amy @ one artsy mama says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    I love it!! I’m a sucker for anything with a monogram, and I’m so impressed that you made it yourself!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:07 pm

      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.

      Reply
  2. Vanessa says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    That looks like soooo much fun! Love that wreath!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:06 pm

      Thanks Vanessa! It was a lot of fun!

      Reply
  3. Kelly of Simply Kelly Designs says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:43 pm

    This looks like such a fun event! I am going to see if they have these at my home depot and sign-up!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:06 pm

      Thanks Kelly! It was so much fun. You should definitely sign up! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Laura says

    November 25, 2013 at 3:08 pm

    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. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:05 pm

      Thank you Laura! I had a lot of fun making it!

      Reply
  5. Eizabeth @ Southern Color says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:22 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:05 pm

      Thank you Elizabeth! And thanks again for coming to the workshop!

      Reply
  6. Ashley @ Simply Designing says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    So cute!!!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:04 pm

      Thank you Ashley!

      Reply
  7. Emily @ Two Purple Couches says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:42 pm

    This is so cool! I love that you used a grate to create the stencil – very creative!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:03 pm

      Thank you Emily! I appreciate that!

      Reply
  8. Jeanie @ create&babble says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:03 pm

      Awesome, Jeanie! You definitely should sign up – it’s a lot of fun!

      Reply
  9. kristin says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    How fun! I love the wreath πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:03 pm

      Thank you Kristin! It was a lot of fun!

      Reply
  10. katie says

    November 25, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    Great job on the workshop and the video! The wreath is too cute. Makes me want to go make one STAT!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:01 pm

      Thanks so much Katie! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Melanie says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:55 pm

    Love the video. Looks like a great workshop.

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks Melanie! It was fun!

      Reply
  12. carissa rasmussen says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    totallky wish I could have gone to one of these; they looked like so much fun!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:00 pm

      It was a lot of fun, Carissa! They have them every month, you should check one out near you!

      Reply
  13. Amy Anderson says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:16 pm

    I love that wreath! I wish I could have attended – looks so fun!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks Amy! It was a lot of fun!

      Reply
  14. Denise says

    November 25, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    Love this. I wish I knew how to use powertools. Still a bit afraid of them.

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 2:00 pm

      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. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  15. Tara @ Suburble says

    November 26, 2013 at 12:15 am

    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!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks so much Tara! I agree, I love that these workshops can help women become more comfortable with power tools!

      Reply
  16. Allyson says

    November 26, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 8:12 pm

      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!

      Reply
  17. Steph @ The Silly Pearl says

    November 26, 2013 at 7:27 pm

    What a fun workshop! And I love the wreath. I so need to learn to use a jigsaw!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 26, 2013 at 8:14 pm

      Thank you! Jig saws are fun – you can do so much with them. The workshop was a lot of fun too!

      Reply
  18. Kelley @ Miss Information Blog says

    November 26, 2013 at 11:35 pm

    Erin, this turned out so cute I wish I could have been there! The grate as a stencil worked out perfect!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 28, 2013 at 1:13 am

      Thank you Kelley! Wish you could’ve been there too. Hopefully I’ll see you soon!

      Reply
  19. malia says

    November 27, 2013 at 2:42 am

    What a charming project! I have had this desire to get some Ryobi tools! Maybe this is a sign…

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 28, 2013 at 1:13 am

      Thank you Malia! Yes — definitely a sign. Go get yourself some RYOBI goodies! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  20. Britni says

    November 27, 2013 at 4:41 am

    How fun! I had no idea that Home Depot did these workshops, definitely looking to see if they have any close to my house!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 28, 2013 at 1:14 am

      Thanks Britni! Yes, see if they have these workshops near you! They’re a lot of fun.

      Reply
  21. Nat & Holly says

    November 27, 2013 at 5:12 am

    I’ve always wanted to go to one of these! They look so fun and your project turned out great!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 28, 2013 at 1:14 am

      Thank you! It was a lot of fun. I highly recommend going to one if they have them near you!

      Reply
  22. Kathy Penney @ Sparkles And A Stove says

    November 28, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    Beautiful and what a great opportunity!

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      November 29, 2013 at 12:41 am

      Thank you, Kathy! It was fun!

      Reply
  23. Alaya says

    November 30, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    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

    Reply
    • Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

      December 1, 2013 at 11:27 pm

      Thank you, Alaya! The workshop was a lot of fun. I definitely recommend going to one!

      Reply

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