I don’t know what it is, but about once a year (or maybe a little less, every 18 months?), I get the itch to make a wreath. Wreaths are such a classic decor project that there are about one million options for how to create one, what supplies to use, etc.
Since it’s the holidays, I decided to make something simple that I knew I could use year after year if I choose.
This easy DIY yarn wreath is similar to making a latch hook rug and kind of resembles shag carpet—but I mean that in the best possible way. 🙂
Also it only took about 2 hours to complete, so you’re just one good holiday movie away from completing this cute project. You could use any color yarn and ribbon, so it doesn’t have to be a holiday wreath unless that’s what you are going for.
And this project is so inexpensive (mine cost around $12) that I could see this being a really fun gals’ night craft project or homemade gift you could make multiples of if you wanted.
Supplies:
–50-60 yards of yarn
–wire ribbon
–wire wreath frame
–spray paint, optional
–scissors
-needle and thread
Quick note about yarn for this project: I’d recommend choosing something that isn’t prone to fray much if at all. I also think thicker/chunky yarns look really nice here, and they will make this project come together much faster (you’ll see why in a second).
I used 1 1/3 skeins of yarn (each skein was 43 yards), but see what you can find at your local craft store as I think there are lots of options that would work well here. You could even use jersey yarn or cut up t-shirts into thin strips of fabric for a different look than yarn.
The possibilities really are limitless here, but do keep in mind to choose something that doesn’t fray easily.
Step One: If you using, spray paint the wire frame. I decided to do this as my original frame was a dark green and I chose to use white yarn.
So I wanted the frame to be white in case any small areas showed through the yarn. If your frame already matches your yarn color choice, then you can skip this step.
Step Two: Cut one of the skeins of yarn into 7 to 8 inch pieces. This is a bit longer than you will probably need, but it makes it much easier to work with. You will likely need more than one skein of yarn, but it depends how big your wire frame is.
So it’s good to just cut one skein, and then wait to see how much more you will need before cutting a second one.
Step Three: Loop each piece of yarn over the wire frame and then slide into place. See the images above for how I did this. Repeat until the entire frame is covered in yarn.
Step Four: Give your wreath a hair cut! Trim the yarn to the length you desire. Then add a ribbon bow or any other embellishments you want (faux berries, decorative birds, greenery, etc.).
You can sew these in place or use a hot glue gun. I chose to sew mine with thread to the wire frame.
That’s it—pretty simple! Now you can display your wreath on any door or wall in your home. Mine is currently hanging on the inside of my backdoor (you can use removable hangers like this or an over-the-door hanger).
If you do choose to hang it outside, you might consider using a product like this to help make it a bit more weatherproof.
Yarn is delicate, so if your doorway doesn’t have some kind of overhang or a storm door and you think your wreath might get excessively wet, then it may not last long.
But again, this kind of depends on your doorway. So use your best judgment here. If you love yarn wreaths then you’ll also love these pom pom wreaths as they give you a similar feeling.
Also, feel free to judge my backyard. Maybe I should have been raking leaves instead of making a wreath? Hmm. But making a wreath is SO much more fun, guys. OK, excuse me, I need to go find a rake. 😉 xo. Emma
Looking for more wreath DIYs? Check out How to Make a Wreath (For Any Season)!!
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Supplies
- 50-60 yards yarn
- wire ribbon
- 1 wire wreath frame
- spray paint ((optional))
- scissors
- needle & thread
Instructions
- If you're using, spray paint the wire frame. I decided to do this as my original frame was a dark green and I chose to use white yarn. So I wanted the frame to be white in case any small areas showed through the yarn. If your frame already matches your yarn color choice, then you can skip this step.
- Cut one of the skeins of yarn into 7 to 8 inch pieces. This is a bit longer than you will probably need, but it makes it much easier to work with. You will likely need more than one skein of yarn, but it depends how big your wire frame is. So it’s good to just cut one skein, and then wait to see how much more you will need before cutting a second one.
- Loop each piece of yarn over the wire frame and then slide into place. See the images above for how I did this. Repeat until the entire frame is covered in yarn.
- Give your wreath a hair cut! Trim the yarn to the length you desire. Then add a ribbon bow or any other embellishments you want (faux berries, decorative birds, greenery, etc.). You can sew these in place or use a hot glue gun. I chose to sew mine with thread to the wire frame.
- That’s it—pretty simple! Now you can display your wreath on any door or wall in your home.
Notes
Credits // Author and Photography: Emma Chapman. Photos edited with the NEW A Beautiful Mess actions.
Made this over the Thanksgiving weekend with my sister and it was super fun and easy! (For context, we have ZERO crafting experience or ability!) I made a Harry Potter 4-colored wreath and my sister made an emerald green Christmas wreath. We used thick but wooly yarn, so slightly different look than the one in Emma’s picture, but still very cute, and I loved having something to work on while we watched movies and sat by the fire.
Is the yarn put on every row of the wire wreath form
Do you think this would work with the string mop string? Like you would get at the $ store? Or does that fray?
This is so nice!
I can’t wait to try this, I might need to run out at lunch and get some supplies! I love the leaves in your yard it makes you more human. thanks for the inspiration
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Hi Al! Emma used the 12″ wreath. -Jacki
What size wreath did you use? Just wondering so I have a good idea of how much yarn to get. Thanks!
Such a simple yet stylish wreath – love it! 🙂
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This looks amazing! Such a simple but really effective DIY!
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I love this…(looks cozy!
Oooh I really like the look of that single ply yarn. Nice choice!
I like this because in photos and, I imagine from far away, the wreath almost seems beach-like. Kind of like white coral. I can totally see this being a great wreath for someone who lives near the beach or has a beach themed home.
That is sooo cute!
It’s seriously the easiest thing ever-no crafting skills required. If you can cut yarn you can make this.
-Emma
Thank you!!!!
-Emma
If I saw someone make a cute wreath from packing peanuts I would be super impressed! I hate those things and it feels like I have an excess right now from online (holiday gift) shopping. So annoying and I feel terrible throwing them away as our recycling can’t take them but it just feels like SUCH a waste. So, yeah, that was be impressive.
-Emma
This is so nice! x
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This looks amazing! and probably so simple to do.
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This is super cute! At first glance, I thought it was white chocolate strips!
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