A winter wreath made from old sweaters and fabric scraps.
My inspiration came from Stephenie at Decorating Addition, her tutorial can be found here, it’s a slightly different version than mine below.
Here’s how I made the wreath:
I scoured my fabric stash for any neutrals with texture.
I found two sweaters plus lots of scraps (and yes there are pieces of drop cloth in there).
I cut everything into roughly 2″ strips.
I rolled each strip into a spiral and hot glued the end.
I probably made about 150 rolls:
I used a wire wreath form, cardboard cut to fit the back, and twist ties:
Make small holes in the cardboard and secure the cardboard onto the wire frame with the twist ties:
Start gluing the fabric rolls onto the frame and cardboard, swishing them in between the wire slots:
Fill it up tight and use the smaller rolls for the inner and outer edges to cover any wire:
A few close up shots:
The burlap ribbon gives a nice contrast to the soft fabric rolls:
Using items I had on hand I was able to make a cozy winter wreath for our front door.
Thanks Stephenie for the inspiration.
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Rene says
January 17, 2011 at 12:24 PMYour wreath is beautiful Jaime! How long did it take?
-Rene
Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says
January 17, 2011 at 1:40 PMLove the neutral colors of the wreath!
Karen says
January 17, 2011 at 1:55 PMJaime, you are an inspiration. I must figure out some way to create today! I mean, other that the 2 book reports that are due!
Stephenie from Decorating Addiction says
January 17, 2011 at 2:22 PMJamie – It turned out great! I love the burlap bow and I LOVE that you used a drop cloth in there!!!!
JunqueMagnet says
January 17, 2011 at 4:17 PMWow.That looks stunning.Warm AND fuzzy.Thanks for sharing.
Marty says
January 18, 2011 at 12:11 AMThis is totally cute! Love it=))Might have to try one of these myself, I'm always cleaning out closets and getting rid of clothes=))
cindy @ cottage instincts says
January 18, 2011 at 11:30 PMI love this! It looks soft and cozy, just like a winter wreath should 🙂 Great tutorial too!
Glad you could Mi4M!
Claire says
January 21, 2011 at 2:34 AMThis is so amazing-I love this adorable wreath-Found you through a blog hop and I'm your newest follower-come by to visit-Claire
Comeca Jones says
February 8, 2011 at 9:36 AMSweet!looks easier than the other tutorials I have seen.