A couple of weeks ago, the ladies at my church got together to make fall wreaths for the church door. We had youth that night, so I couldn’t participate, but I snuck in to check out their creations (in case you haven’t noticed, I have a thing for wreaths). Teresa, our pastor’s wife, had the most brilliant idea for a fabric wreath that I’ve ever seen. I mean I knew our church ladies could cook, but they can craft too? They’re legit, man!
I had to try one of these babies for myself, and it didn’t disappoint. It was so easy to make and will be so versatile. Plus, I didn’t use any hot glue! That was a first for me.
You’ll need a straw wreath, fabric squares (I used burlap, go figure), and a screwdriver. Yep. That’s it. Unless you want to add some doolittles to yours.
First, cut your fabric into squares. I cut my burlap into 2×2 inch squares.
And then, take the screwdriver (I used a very small flat head), and simply punch the fabric into the wreath.
And you’re done!
It’s pretty as it is.
But you can dress it up a little, too.
I added a few spray-painted burlap rosettes and a piece of Christmas tree greenery. I attached them with floral wire, so I can change out the adornments when I want.
I kinda like it plain, though, with maybe a little ribbon or bow added to it. And after I found out that you could successfully spray paint burlap (!), I started dreaming of the possibilities with this baby.
A red painted burlap wreath with a simple white ribbon for Valentine’s day.
A yellow painted burlap wreath with a ‘springy’ ribbon for spring.
I’m getting excited.
And, the wonderful thing about this method is that it works for other fabric, too. Teresa and the ladies at church were using plain colored cotton fabric. They cut their squares with pinking shears, which made for a really neat presentation as well.
You’d be surprised how well the fabric holds in place, too. Obviously, it will come out if you pull hard, but that’s part of the beauty of it too. If you get tired of it, just rip it all out and start all over! Simple stuff, man!
Have a blessed Wednesday 🙂
Love it! I have some extra burlap and I was wondering how much you think you used for this? a yard? or more?
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I think a yard would be plenty! I cut mine into 2×2 squares and I probably used 30-50 squares.
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Okay, that is awesome! I am going to make one of these this weekend. Thanks!
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If I had an extra SECOND in my day, I'd totally make a Christmasy one of these. Staying home is seriously THE hardest job. 🙂
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I LOVE IT!
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My mom and I use to make these when I was like 10. We would use the pinking shears when we cut our material and would dip the ends in elmer glue and then stick it in the wreath. I love them.
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It looks fantastic! I have made these kind of wreaths before, but with cotton fabrics. I really like the look of the burlap. Very versatile.. and you can pull all those out and do it again in different colors.. fabrics.. etc. Many possibilities!
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why'd you show me this? now you know i have to go make a burlap wreath just like it. i already have a wreath up that is ruffley tan linen in my head this is different…but what will the husband say? hmmmmm. i wonder what color besides tan i could do? you know i love all things cream. gray?
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this is super cute I can see it at halloweem thanksgiving fall christmas and even easter!
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What a great way to put oddly-shaped scraps to good use! I soooooo want to copy you on this!
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this my friend, is beautiful! i lurve it! cant wait to give it a try!
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Ok. I remember you saying you had a surplus of burlap, but guuuuurrrrrrrrrrl! So where did you get it? Also, I just love the idea of having a pretty base wreath like that. It's just so pretty!
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I do have too much! I bought like 5 yards or more at Walmart a while back. I wanted a little for a pillow cover (not to sleep on!) and totally overestimated what a yard is!
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Aww you're obsessed with all things burlap like me!!! I would wear burlap if it wasn't so itchy.
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I love this!!! 🙂
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I found this on pinterest and im eager to try this with my daughter. I purchased red burlap as I have a white door and figured the contrast would look nice. Thanks again for the tutorial.
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This is such a great DIY! The end result looks great, and I admire your dedication in making it!
Maycee (http://heavyhaultruckingtransport.com)
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