Before I finish blogging about my trip to the Netherlands, I thought I’d pop in here quickly with a little Spring “how to” project.
Feeling inspired by all of the tulips I saw on my trip, I decided to create a wreath for my front door for Spring. Sadly I had to settle for fake tulips as real ones would not last more than a day, but it made for a quick and fun project.
To begin you will need:
-Grapevine Wreath
-approx 20 tulip stems- I found mine 1/2 off at a local craft store (Dee’s for those of you local) watch for sales they get marked down frequently.
-wire cutters
-burlap ribbon in 2 widths (3″ and 1″)
-floral wire
-hot glue
I think it’s easiest to begin by making the bow, then attaching it and arranging the flowers around it.
To make the bow, fold the ribbon over itself twice. Then using floral wire pinch the middle to give it some shape. Repeat this step again, so that you have a ribbon with 4 loops.
Do the same thing for the 1″ wide ribbon. Attach the smaller bow to the top of the larger bow.
Place the completed bow onto the wreath using floral wire. Don’t glue it down yet.
Very beautiful! I would make one but I’m trying not to cover my No Soliciting sign. What I really need to make is a beautiful No Soliciting sign!
So very pretty. You’ve made it look so easy I may just have to try it!
Beautiful. I’m featuring this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com
so pretty! I have been on the hunt for the perfect spring wreath, but the ones I like are over $35! I might just need to may one myself.
I love the wreath. I actually have a question about the adorable lens cap cozy you made last month….where did you get the hooks to attach them to the camera strap? I can’t seem to find them anywhere.
This is so eye-catching! The simplicity is stunning! Also, thank you for taking the time to do this precise, thorough tutorial! I’ll be out looking for some tulips first thing tomorrow. : )
That is gorgeous! And so simple. I love it.
What a gorgeous wreath…I think it would be perfect for my front door! Thank you for sharing!
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I made mine today! Not as beautiful as yours but I am quite proud of it. I could not find the burlap after weeks of searching so settled for another type of wired ribbon. Thank You for the inspiration!
That is stunning! I love the colors and tulips are my fave!! Would love for you to stop by and link up to the Pomp Party!
http://jill-createcraftlove.blogspot.com/2012/04/pomp-party-15.html
Jill @ Create.Craft.Love.
What a beautiful spring wreath. Well done!
Your wreath is sooo pretty! I have been looking for something for my front door and this is it. I am off to the craft store to make my own. Thanks for sharing.
Good luck!! I’m so glad you can use the tutorial !
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