have a separate wreath for each occasion.
different embellishments, ribbons, etc. to change it up.
which a very popular trend now in even the most high end looks.
of tan chenille stems (we used to call them "pipe cleaners").
It also helps to have glue to keep the stems from sliding around.
have to be perfect but it helps hide the form.
twice tightly onto the wire wreath form.
You don't have to glue the stems down, but I like to.
they can secure all the elements onto the wreath form.
After the glue has dried, you can start adding the deco mesh.
not as many feet. It has a lot of body however and you don't need a lot to go around the wreath.
the online source Mardi Gras Outlet. It costs more but it is 30' long.
across the width...this is what gives you the "poufs".
This is what you first gather will look like with the "tail"
from pulling through the twisted chenille stem arms.
smaller pouf, just re-do a gather closer to your original one.
This mesh does not have a finished edge and unravels some.
your gathers and it will hide the edge and keep it from raveling.
Try to keep your poufs about the same size all the way around.
Make a mesh pouf that ends on top of the first attachment point.
poufs the same way along the inner wire of the wreath form.
mesh roll about 12" from the end of the final pouf.
the ends if you would like to in order to make them neater.
embrace all sorts of items on top of the "burlap" mesh.
back of the wreath form to hide them.
stems, take out the old elements and add the new.
by pulling them to the back of the wreath.
had a tan in it to go along with the color of the mesh.
(wired ribbon works best) along the shape of the wreath.
outside wire and the inside wire or just pick one or the other.
the chenille stem arms to the back of the wreath to hide them.
a bow, next time I would probably get at least 6 yards of ribbon.
sively you can add things to your already good-looking wreath.
too by forming a little loop on the back of the bow.
chenille stems but not have to tan stem show on the bow.
of the stem (blue arrow)to hold your object on the wreath.
to the actual wire wreath form to stay put.
but 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans' Day or President's Day.
I thought it would (does that ever happen to you?).
So, after Memorial Day, you are going to want a summer wreath.
need to add a few more things to make it beachy.
I am just addicted to their ribbons, etc. especially when they are 50% off.
most seaside look for this summer wreath.
with the chenille arms twisted around gathered points.
directly onto the wire wreath form.
The burlap look of the wreath is perfect for a Fall wreath.
the year so that is a quick way to change the wreath up.
for other seasons) is to use more mesh and a fancy ribbon.
chenille arms that you used to make the original base.
Then add wired ribbon on top of the colored mesh.
to "pouf" or be visually pleasing to the eye.
little placards or sayings. Here is a St. Patrick's Day wreath.
suspended with an additional chenille stem attached to the form.
Your wreath can also come in handy for events at your house.
Attach white ribbon in loops with the chenille stem arms.
This is super-duper cheap wide synthetic ribbon from Michael's.
like plastic...fun to use extravagantly then throw away.
back of the form and secure with floral wire or chenille stems.
Make the flowers "behave" by securing the ends where you want them to be with already attached chenille stems or new ones.
"fishtails" and attach to the wreath form with stem.
the original chenille stems...they are long enough to add lots.
baby rattles, or letters if you know the baby's name.
Gosh, I wish I had had enough ribbon to make a big bow too.
Want an everyday wreath every once in a while?
This would be a good look with a wooden initial in the middle suspended by chenille stems or invisible fishing line.
I don't have an initial handy so , thanks, Pic Monkey!
should give it a rest from all it's work during the year.
good 'cause it's the only post I've had time to do all month!
I love this wreath and its changing "wardrobe." I love the bunting for Memorial Day! LOL I guess it does need a break at Christmas...it's been working hard all year!
Oh, and I love the beach one!
I love all of these wreaths! GREAT idea! I always like to incorporate a natural look, and this fits the bill! I am a huge fan of Hobby Lobby....especially love those 40% off coupons!!! If you check back at my blog, I had some posts last year of some of my finds at Hobby Lobby. Thank you for visiting me today and let me know how your kale chips turn out. If you have any tips for me in preparing them, let me know!! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
I love your wreath post, it has lots of ideas. You spent a lot of time on this and it shows. Great pictures.
You are going to have a lot of people copying your idea! What a versatile wreath. I love each version and I am going to look for that burlap deco mesh. Fabulous idea!
You are the most awesome wreath maker ever! I love the versatility of the one wreath.
Thank you so much for such a detailed tutorial. I just followed your directions and now have a great wreath for my front door! Thanks again!