Making your own festive wreath isn’t as hard as you might think!   It can easily be made with colourful plants or branches that can easily be found from the garden, parks or florists.    Many stores have frames for wreaths already assembled, which can be the hardest part of putting together a wreath!  These ready-to-go frames provide a blank canvas, that you can easily add your favourite holiday accents!  Using a metal frame provides a sturdy canvas, however the frames come in foam, or with branches entwined together.

Once you have the base with all your plants and floral sprigs added, you can simply add your holiday “bling”.  Accents for your wreath can easily be found in your home.  For example, ribbons are a great way to add festive “pop” of colour and can be used to help hang your wreath.   Pine cones, dried fruit, or glitter are just a few other items that you can add as well.   Don’t forget the fragrance!  Adding cinnamon sticks, star anise or cloves can compliment those fresh greens!

To give your wreath a little something “extra” you can purchase wooden letters from the Dollar Store or crafting stores, paint them and display your favourite holiday saying.   Pro Tip:    Using gardening wire, twine or hot glue gun can also help keep your items secured, especially if you plan to hang your wreath in a high traffic area (like a door) or outside.

For more of fun holiday look, you can skip the plants and make a wreath out of Christmas ornaments as well!  Gluing an array of Christmas balls together can make a fun accent piece for a wall or door!

Use your creativity!

DIY Christmas wreaths can make a wonderful thoughtful gift as well.

Happy Decorating!