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Christmas Crafts: DIY Christmas Wreath

December 16, 2013 by Dianna

Two months ago, I bought a wreath form, covered it in yarn, and created my Halloween wreath. One month after that, I turned it into a Thanksgiving wreath for less than $5.00. Now, one month after that, I’ve turned it into a simple, but lovely Christmas wreath – again for under $5.00.

The original Halloween wreath took me about an hour to make. Changing the holiday decorations on the wreath has taken me less than 30 minutes for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This wreath is so easy to make, and can be used year after year… even holiday after holiday if you choose to reuse it like I do.

I grew up celebrating Christmas, but now celebrate Hanukkah with my husband and sons (believe it or not, Hanukkah has already come and gone this year). For that reason, this wreath will grace my mom’s front door for the next month.

Even though we don’t decorate, I still enjoy crafting for others during the Christmas season. As a matter of fact, I always say that I am lucky because I get to enjoy all of the lovely holiday decorations that everyone else puts up without having to deal with the hassle of putting them up or taking them down!

Thank you to each and every one of you who light up the night with your beautiful Christmas lights – and inflatable Santas and snowmen.

Christmas Wreath ~ oyveyaday.com

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If you made the Halloween wreath or the Thanksgiving wreath, you can use the same yarn-wrapped wreath form for this wreath. You just need to update the decorations.

Christmas Wreath Supplies

  • Styrofoam wreath form

TIP: The wreath form is the most expensive item in this project ($8 – $10). If you check online or in your local paper, you should be able to find a coupon for 40% to 50% off one item at your local craft store. Be sure to use it on the wreath form.

  • Yarn

TIP: Choose a color that can be used for other holidays. I attached my decorations to the wreath using pins so that I can remove them and replace them with as the seasons/holidays change. This will save me money and storage space!

  • Clear jewelry filament or fishing line
  • Inexpensive ($1 or less) decorations (I used one pack of foam snowflakes, one pack of plastic snowflakes and one silver glitter star that I purchased at Dollar Tree.)
  • Straight pins (t-pins or ball-head)
  • Wide ribbon for hanging
  • Scissors


Christmas Wreath Instructions

Wrap the wreath form with yarn

  1. When beginning the wreath, you can secure the end of the yarn to the wreath with glue or a pin, or you can wrap yarn over the end. I chose to wrap the yarn over the end to secure it.
  2. Be sure to push the yarn together as you go to avoid large gaps where the wreath form shows through.
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Attach the decorations to your Christmas wreath

  1. Using straight pins, attach the snowflakes to the front of the wreath.
  2. Determine the length of ribbon needed to hang your wreath. I attached mine to the top of my front door. However, the length will vary if you are hanging yours from a hook, on a window or indoors.
  3. Wrap the length of ribbon around the top of the wreath, and attach it to the wreath using straight pins or t-pins placed on the back of the wreath.
  4. Thread one end of your clear filament through the hanger of the glitter star (other other decoration for the center of the wreath).
  5. Center the star in the middle of the wreath, and then twist the other end of the filament around the pins used to secure your ribbon on the back of the wreath. Tie a knot in the end of the filament so that it doesn’t slip
  6. Hang and enjoy.

Christmas Wreath ~ oyveyaday.com

 

Do you go over the top with your Christmas decorations, or do you prefer a simpler look?


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Comments

  1. Elaina @atimeout4mommy says

    December 16, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Wow! That is a beautiful wreath!

  2. Maryann says

    December 16, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    that is very pretty and looks nice on your door
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  3. LyndaS says

    December 16, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    I love that you can use it for multiple holidays. I need to get crafty and make one.

  4. Tammy says

    December 17, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    Very neat the way you have use it for all three holidays! We keep it pretty simple a tree and some stockings that’s about it.
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  5. Stephanie Person says

    December 17, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Love this! It looks more complicated than it really was!

  6. jennay green says

    December 18, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    this is soooo cute and looks easy to do!!! I would love to try to make this

  7. Christina Marie says

    December 19, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    I go for a simpler look for Christmas. Your Christmas wreath looks good even with just the green yarn. Thanks for sharing!

  8. Tracie Trump says

    December 19, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    Love to make one for me and my mom

  9. Julie says

    December 20, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    I love that you reused the wreath! We don’t have a ton of storage for seasonal decor, so being able to reuse things (and not being afraid to toss them or give them away once the holiday passes) is key for us.
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  10. Rachel says

    December 20, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    That is just beautiful. I have been wanting a nice wreath for the front door but haven’t found one yet that I just love. I will have to get the things to try this.

  11. Megan @ That Neat Blog says

    December 20, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    I’m not crafty in the least but this looks easy enough for me to do. Great step by step instructions.
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  12. Jennifer says

    December 22, 2013 at 12:29 AM

    this is absolutely gorgeous! I’m not at all crafty but I can handle some wrapping and pinning

  13. Singapore Mum Blog says

    December 22, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    This is so pretty!! I would love to have this at my door!
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  14. Katie says

    December 22, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    super adorable – and within my crafting capabilities!

  15. Anne says

    December 22, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    I love the way you are re-using the same basic wreath! You don’t have to worry about where to store it, you just get it ready for the next holiday

  16. jeanae says

    December 22, 2013 at 10:30 PM

    That is a brilliant idea, and takes the work out of searching for different wreaths throughout the year.
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  17. Kathy says

    December 23, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    That is pretty and I love the idea of resizing the same wreath for all your holidays!

  18. Sam says

    January 21, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    Wow! Thanks for sharing! I’ll defiantly be trying this!!

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