An Elegant Winter Door Wreath

I saw this beautiful deep green velvet wreath on the internet and instantly fell in love. It was a classic wreath and wasn’t so “Christmassy” that it would have longevity.  I would be able to use it as a winter wreath on my front door from November through February or on a mirror in my living room as an elegant Christmas wreath, or even hang it on my greenhouse or shed farmhouse style!  I have so many great wreaths from years gone past.  Unfortunately they are looking old, faded and I was long over do for something new and fresh.   Anyone else out there looking for a timeless choice to beautify your home through the holiday season?

The problem was that I could not find anywhere to buy it!  I searched and searched everywhere but there wasn’t a single option to buy it.

I could not get it out of my head because it was perfect and would blend in well with all of my holiday decor.  That is when I made the decision to make it!   Honestly, how hard could be be to basically make a braided velvet wreath?  I didn’t have a plan to follow but I now have one for you.  I promise you it is EASY!!!  If you are not into sewing, don’t let that worry you as I have an easy way to make it without the need for a sewing machine or needle and thread!  

So let’s dive right in.

Materials:

• 24″ wide wire wreath frame
• 96″ long (2.5 m) of green velvet (minimum 3 feet wide (1 meter)
• faux snow or pillow stuffing
• green thread to match velvet
• gold satin ribbon or ribbon of your choice
• scissors, 1 yard ruler, sewing machine, and sewing needles
• option: glue gun and glue sticks

Step 1 – Cutting the fabric

Cut strips 92.5 inches long and 12 inches wide.

Step 2 – Sew or glue the tubes

Fold the vertically fabric so that the velvet is on the inside to create a long tube.

Sew the length of the tube and then the end to create a tube that has one opening.

If sewing isn’t for you, you could also use a hot glue gun and glue the seams.  Just be sure to get a solid line of glue so that none of the stuffing falls out.

Step 3 – Stuffing the tube

Loosely stuff the tubes, making sure not to stuff very full as it will be too hard to braid. Use a yard stick to push the stuffing to the end.

Once stuffed, hand stitch or glue the final end opening.

Step 4 – Creating the braid

Take all three tubes and hand stitch them together as seen below.

Gently braid the three tubes.

Lay on your wreath frame to ensure that the braid wraps around and fits the frame.

Then sew or glue the end of the braid. If gluing, I would suggest using a clamp to hold the ends together until they dry. Use a very strong glue such as Gorilla Glue Sticks.

Step 5 – Attach to wreath frame

Study both sides of the braid to determine which side looks the best. If seams are showing try to twist them so they don’t show, or use that side as the back.

Lay the braided wreath best side down. Lay the wreath frame on top.

Hand sew the wreath to the wreath frame in several spots. Make sure to pull the wreath wide so that the wreath frame does not show.

Adding the ribbon

Tie a loop of the satin ribbon where the ends of the braid are to cover where they intersect.  While I used a gold satin ribbon, you could use a red ribbon, or other colored ribbon for a pop of color or you could even use a green velvet ribbon and keep the whole elegant green theme going.

Loop a long length of ribbon through the satin ribbon that you just attached and tie a very loose bow. Trim the ends of the ribbon.

I kept mine very simple but you could tuck in a few magnolia leaves for contrast and texture, or red berries, white berries, pine cones, hang a jingle bell or Christmas ornaments in the center for holiday cheer.  There are so many simple ways you could add your own personal touch to this beautiful wreath so let your imagination go!

Step 7 – Enjoy!

Now that you have your beautiful wreath completed, here are some places and ways to hang it

Using a suction cup hook you can hang it on a glass door.

Using an over the top of door wreath hanger, you could hang it on an interior door or an exterior wood door.

Using a suction cup hook or a ribbon, you could hang it on a mirror.

You could hang it on a wall inside your home or on your front porch.

This winter door wreath is so elegant, rich and classy! Wouldn’t you agree? With deep green being so popular right now, it doesn’t have to be taken down right after Christmas but can last much longer. In fact, if this is your color scheme it could be up past winter!

So whether you are using it as a winter wreath or a beautiful Christmas wreath, I hope you enjoyed this quick tutorial.

More inspiration from all my talented friends

Today I am participating in a blog hop with a group of very talented women and they are sharing a wide variety of decorating ideas and diy’s.  Be sure to click on the links below and you will be magically transported to their posts.

Kristy from At Home with Kristy – French Country Vintage Christmas Decorating Ideas

Kimberly at From Farmhouse to Florida – Shabby Chic Inspired Christmas Tree

Cindy at Cloches & Lavender – Spice Up Rusty Jingle Bells with Mod Podge Now!

Carol at Blue Sky at Home – 5 Steps to Plan Your Christmas Decorating

Rosemary at My Home & Travels – Setting a Christmas Table Without Christmas China

Rachel at Tea & Forget Me Nots – How To Make Dehydrated Oranges Slices For Decorations

Alicia at Design of Your Life – DIY Pottery Barn Dupe: Demi Village Wreath

Sherry at Houzewize – Best Christmas Mantel Decor yet

Mary Anne at House of Mar – How to Host a Fun Christmas Luncheon 

Looking for more inspiration?

What about this holly jolly old fashioned Father Christmas wreath alternative? Click here for this diy.

Or this spectacular mercury glass looking winter wreath? Click here for this diy.

I would be so grateful for some feedback

If you have a moment, could you please leave a comment below and let me know if you like these projects, or if you have an idea for another project you would like me to take on or if you would like me to cover something completely different. It helps so much to know what everyone would enjoy reading and viewing. Thank you!

Winter decor inspiration

Below are images and links of beautiful winter decor that you might be interested in. Just click on the photo and you will be linked to the product.

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