Last week my roommate and I decided to have a little girls night, and we had some of our friends over for a fall dinner party. Last minute, I decided that our front door needed a little fall decoration, and after sticker shock from pre-made wreaths at the store I set out to make one myself. My impromptu decision ended up being a success, so I thought I'd share my process!
First step? Gather materials! I used a 16" styrofoam wreath circle, two types of ribbon (burlap and a silky copper), and a fall floral piece. I also used sewing pins throughout the process. All purchased at Michaels, and my total cost was just under $30. I started by taping the floral piece to the wreath. Then, using pins to keep the burlap ribbon in place, I wrapped it around the wreath, starting underneath the floral piece.
I continued wrapping the burlap, using pins along the way to keep it smooth. Voila! Then, I added the second copper colored ribbon, tacking it with a pin underneath the floral piece. I wrapped it loosely, to keep the wreath lighthearted and fun. For the hanger piece, I used leftover burlap ribbon to create a loop, which I attached with probably more pins than was necessary. If I'm being honest, there is probably a better way to attach a hanging loop, but this was an impromptu project and I just did the first thing I could think of!
And then, with everything complete, I hung it up on the door, adding a little extra bow on top! I'm pleased with the outcome, and the whole project took me about 30 minutes; I finished just in time for the party!
Have you every made your own wreath before? Any tips?
--Caroline
