How to Make a Classic Christmas Wreath
Learn how to make your own classic Christmas wreath. With realistic greens, along with red and white berries, you will love this traditional holiday DIY Christmas wreath.
Classic Christmas Wreath DIY
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! And nothing welcomes the holiday season like a traditional, classic Christmas wreath! I love making wreaths and hanging them in my home for each season. Today I am going to show you how easy and budget-friendly it is to use a variety of greenery and berries to DIY a classic Christmas wreath!
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Supplies
For this wreath, I used a few simple supplies:
- evergreen wreath (I used a 24 inch wreath)
- floral wire cutters
- Gorilla® Dual Temp Full Size Hot Glue Gun
- Gorilla® Full Size Hot Glue Sticks
- artificial greenery and berries of your choice. I used artificial pines, juniper, white berries, and red berries
- ribbon of your choice
- floral wire for bow
To protect your fingers when using the hot glue, you may want to use these silicone finger protectors.
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Easy Step by Step Wreath Assembly
This wreath comes together so easily, in less than 30 minutes
- Lay your evergreen wreath down and fluff up all of the branches.
- Next, cut apart your berry stems and greenery stems, leaving a few inches of the stem.
- Arrange the greenery stems. When you are happy with the placement, bend the stem and add some hot glue. Tuck the stem into the wreath. BE VERY CAREFUL when using hot glue! I highly recommend using these hot glue finger protectors. You may also want to use a popsicle stick to tuck and press the stems into the wreath.
- Repeat the process with all of the greenery and berries.
- Then, use the ribbon of your choice to make a bow. I will be sharing a post and video soon.
- When finished, make a hanger from ribbon, twine or floral wire. Attach it to the back of the wreath.
- Hang and Enjoy!
Wreath Making Tips
- Before you begin, be sure to fluff of the branches of your evergreen wreath.
- Mix greenery for a variety of textures to elevate your wreath.
- I highly recommend using these hot glue finger protectors.
- You may also want to use a popsicle stick to tuck and press the stems into the wreath.
Where can I hang my wreath?
Hang your Classic Christmas Wreath on a door to welcome guests. You may also like to hang it on an on an interior door or wall for instant holiday decor. You may enjoy hanging it on a mirror too!
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I hope you give this DIY Christmas wreath a try! Please let me know in the comments below if you make one of your own. If you post it, please tag me. I would love to see your beautiful creations!
More Holiday Wreath Ideas
Enjoy more wreath ideas from my friends!
Isn't this dried orange slice wreath from Kippi of Kippi At Home, just gorgeous? The velvet ribbon is so elegant!
Have you ever made a live wreath? This succulent wreath from Kimberly of From Farmhouse to Florida is such a unique Christmas wreath!
Learn how to make a small wreath for windows with this easy DIY tutorial from Marie of This Dear Casa.
This simple holiday wreath from my friend Sonya of SonyaBurgess.com only requires a few supplies and comes together in just a few minutes. Isn't it so pretty?!
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Such a simple and lovely wreath!! There’s is something so classic and nostalgic about basic red and green decor for Christmas:) I just love it!!
Thank you so much, Rachel! I appreciate your kind words. Merry Christmas, my friend!!
Lynne I love your classic wreath and that picture of you holding it is gorgeous. Happy holidays friend!
Thank you, Sonya! You are so kind! Merry Christmas, my friend!
What a gorgeous traditional Christmas wreath. I adore the bow!!!
Merry Christmas,
Kippi
Thank you so much, Kippi! It is always wonderful to hop with you. Merry Christmas!
The plaid does it for me! I always love a classic Christmas wreath. Happy to hop with you.
Thanks so much, Marie! Always so happy to hop with you too! Merry Christmas!
Lynne – I love this wreath, and thank you so much for the easy to follow instructions. I’m pretty sure you can’t have too many wreaths around the house for the holidays; on the front door, hanging on the mantel, hanging on cabinet doors… they really do make the whole house feel festive and warm. I am pinning this for future…the project list for THIS Christmas is already too long! I’ll be showing up in your link parties in December! Happy Thanksgiving – and I too love the picture of you!!
Thank you so much, Kristine! It is always so wonderful to connect with you! I hope you and your family enjoyed a beautiful Thanksgiving holiday!
I agree…never too many wreaths, especially during the holiday season! I am looking forward to seeing all of your Christmas projects. Merry Christmas, my friend!
I absolutely love that wreath. I love the plaid ribbon. I’m trying to find it. Can you tell me where ya got it? I have a weakness for Christmas and this is just perfect to add to my collection. Thank you for sharing and the info.
Hi Christine! Thank you so much! I got it at Michaels a couple of years ago. They have a couple of similar plaids this year. I hope that helps you. Merry Christmas!