Hello amazing friends! Today I am bringing you a little spring inspiration with a super simple greenery wreath that cost only$7 to make!
One of my favorite blogging friends, Krista from The Happy Housie, is hosting several weeks of spring blog hops and this week is all about spring wreaths! (Several other talented gals are sharing wreaths today as well so be sure to look for them at the bottom!)
When I think of spring, I immediately think of things turning green. I wanted a simple wreath that implies that warmer weather has arrived, but isn’t necessarily committed to one particular season. That way I can enjoy it all the way up until the Fall.
And because I’m cheap, I wanted it to be inexpensive. Mission accomplished.
Here’s my very simple Spring Greenery Wreath:
I told you it was simple, and it was just as simple to make. And did I mention it only cost me $7 dollars to make??
It’s the perfect pop of green here in our living room:
Want to make one too??
Here’s what you’ll need:
1. Greenery (Found at Hobby Lobby.)
2. Grapevine (This is part of an old wreath.)
3. Floral Wire
4. Wire cutters
This bushel is from Hobby Lobby and was regularly $15, but on sale for 50% off.
To get started, I took apart an old summer wreath I already had and snipped some of the grapevine off of it. I needed just enough to give my wreath form.
I bent the grapevine into about a 12″ circle and secured with floral wire:
Then I cut the greenery into individual pieces:
More than this came from that one bushel, but you get the idea.
Then I just started tucking the stems into the grapevine like so:
I added another, slightly overlapping, and so on until I had one layer all the way around:
Then I added a second layer all the way around…
I secured it here and there with more floral wire and called it a day!
Easy, right?
Almost too easy…
This would also look great hanging on an interior door, an old window, or even a regular window, hanging from a bit of ribbon.
It looks right at home here on my favorite mirror. (I have it hanging with a command hook.)
Did I mention it was super easy to make?
I already had the floral wire and the wreath, so I only had to buy the greenery and I didn’t quite use one whole bushel.
I was able to get two more smaller grapevine forms out of that one old wreath…
So I made a wreath for either side of my built-ins as well. I’m undecided if they will stay or not. When I get my living room all set for spring, I’ll be sure to come back and share!
Several other super talented ladies are sharing their own Spring wreaths today. You can visit them all at the links below!
The Happy Housie / A Pretty Life / Duke Manor Farm / Confessions of a Serial DIYer / Zevy Joy
House by Hoff / On Sutton Place / Place of My Taste / Heathered Nest / Setting for Four
The Turquoise Home / Home Made Lovely / Willow Street Interiors / Newly Woodwards / Amber Tyls
Here are a couple of my favorite spring wreaths from the past…
Sweet and Simple Spring Wreath
I’ll be back on Thursday sharing how I went to town on some smalls for my booth!
See ya then!
UPDATE: Check out the first half of these mini-makeovers HERE now!
XO,
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Mary Kaiser says
BEAUTIFUL!! Gotta love simple and beautiful, thanks for sharing!! I have a bunch of small stuff like in your picture that I need help with ideas for, waiting on Thursday!!
Christy says
Thanks, Mary! Yes… love simple! It’s amazing what that sad collection of smalls looks like with a little paint! See ya Thursday! 🙂 XO
Chef Alli says
Hi Christy – I’m always so excited to see your emails in my inbox…..I love the teaser “before” photo, and I’m always thinking “Now HOW is that Gurl going to turn THAT into something special???” And you always DO! I think your before/after is brilliant for drawing us in as readers. I think I’m going to try your Spring wreath, too. Happy Spring – hope it arrives soooooon! Your fan in Kansas, Chef Alli
Christy says
Aww thank you, Chef Alli! I love a good before and after as well. 🙂 This wreath was SO easy, and adds just enough green to welcome Spring, and like you…I am SO ready! XOXO
MaryJean says
Really cute and simple, Christy!
Christy says
Thanks, MaryJean! XOXO
Doris says
I like your work ! Around here a bushel is a measure.It is a basket used to pick apples or potatoes and sold in that quantity. Does that make sense? Have a good day. Doris I am in New Brunswick Canada.
Christy says
Thank you, Doris! And thank you for that explanation…that makes perfect sense. I just could not come up with a word for what that greenery was called ha ha! XOXO
kim says
Very Lovely, and yes simple, going at lunch to pick up supplies to make me one 🙂
Christy says
Thank you, Kim! Oh yay…I love that you are feeling inspired to make one too! 🙂 XOXO
Kathy E says
Please tell me about the mirrir you hung your wreath on. I searched your site, but couldn’t find that one. I love how it is distressed!
Christy says
Hi Kathy! I shared the makeover of that gorgeous mirror a couple of years ago as part of my Fall décor. You can read more about it here: https://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/gorgeous-mirror-makeover-entry-table-vignette-a-decor-challenge/ 🙂
Debbie says
Okay, now you got me me motivated to make one of my own! I happen to have extra grapevine wreaths and all kinds of flowers and greens – I see another project on the horizon. Thanks for your simple but beautiful idea!
Christy says
Oh awesome, Debbie!! It feels even better when you can make something beautiful out of things you already have on hand! XOXO
Lori says
Christy, I love the wreath, but I am really loving those beautiful drapes in the picture. Will you share where you got them? 🙂
Christy says
Thanks, Lori! I got those curtains on a deep deep discount online at JCPenny.com. They still have a couple of sizes left in the aqua. You can find them here: https://www.jcpenney.com/p/jcpenney-home-addison-blackout-grommet-top-curtain-panel/pp5006640144?COLOR=Perfect+Aqua&pTmplType=regular 🙂
Kim says
This is lovely! I think we all need a little green in our lives.
Christy says
Thanks, Kim! And yes absolutely! XO
Constance Colvin says
Christie! Are you having March Madness this Year? (-:
Christy says
Hi Constance! So I was planning to do March Madness this year, and on January 17 we unexpectedly lost my oldest son’s father. I absolutely love March Madness, but it takes a lot of work and a lot of time away from my family to pull it together, so in the aftermath of that heartbreaking event, I decided I would not be doing March Madness this year. It makes me really sad, but that time with my boys is far too precious. Now if I could pull it together enough to create a little extra all year, I might eventually do it again lol, but I’m a last minute girl, so it’s a no-go for this year. I hope you understand! XO
Constance Colvin says
Oh Christy……that is a hard blow…….no sadness hurts as much as the sadness we feel on behalf of our child….I’ll be thinking of you….. :*
Christy says
oh absolutely…thank you so much. ????
Jo-Anna Rooney says
I love how simple and cheery your wreath is! Quick projects like this are my favourite!
Christy says
Thanks, Jo-Anna! I’m a big fan of simple! 🙂
Julie Briones says
Perfect wreath! Love the light touch on the greenery! Can’t wait for Thursday!
Christy says
Thanks, Julie! See ya Thursday, friend! XO
Laura says
This is so beautiful! It for sure doesn’t look like a $7 wreath. Amazing job!! ????
Christy says
Thank you so much, Laura! XO
Ivory says
I love it! Gotta make this to, beautiful.
Christy says
Thank you, Ivory! ????
Bonnie says
Christy, first I love the wreath. I have all the stuff just never thought to pull it all together. I have a huge square mirror I got for free(loving that) and painted it in your behr bit of sugar will make this and put it on it. Sometimes simple is the best. Second may I say condolences to you and family for your loss. I pray you all find strength together and hope you had good memories to think back on.
Take care Girl, Hugs????????
Christy says
Thank you, Bonnie…I really appreciate that. I try to keep things light and fun around here, so I didn’t mention it on the blog. My son is so strong, and we are getting through it the best we can. As for the wreath, yes girl… go make one! Simple really is the best sometimes…and glad you tried Bit of Sugar. The perfect not-too-bright white! ????????
Becky says
This wreath is PERFECT. Who would guess that such simplicity would be so gorgeous?! I need to get me to Hobby Lobby and buy a bush! I think this might be my favorite wreath of all time.
P.S. Hugs and prayers for Jack (I hope I’m remembering his name correctly?) on his loss. I’m glad he has a strong and loving mom. My dad died when I was young also.
Christy says
Thank you for your condolences, Becky, and yes it was Jack’s Dad. I am amazed at how strong he is. I can’t imagine losing a parent so young. As for the wreath, yes girl go to Hobby Lobby immediately lol. I found this greenery on the same aisle as the garlands. I too love the simplicity! XOXO
Krista says
So pretty, Christy! I love your design – so simple and classic and you could use it in or outside. Thanks for joining in on this hop, friend!
Christy says
Thank you, Krista! Love simple these days, and thanks so much for including me, friend! XOXO
Amber says
Wire cutters! I have got to invest in these so I can make something this beautiful!
Christy says
Ha ha yes you do! Thanks, Amber! 🙂
Jackie C says
An as always, yours is my favorite! Honestly, is there nothing you can’t do? Thank you for sharing your projects. You have given me so many wonderful ideas.
Christy says
Aww you are so sweet, Jackie! Thank you so much! XOXO
Heather Luckhurst says
So gorgeous Christy! I love the pop of green and it looks amazing on your mirror!
Christy says
Thanks, Heather! XOXO
Shannon - Home Made Lovely says
What a simple but pretty wreath!
Christy says
Thanks, Shannon! XO
teresa bragg says
I love your wreath. It is so simple but eloquent! I too love wreaths! The most simple one i made was from a garland I got at Hobby Lobby. I had a grape vine wreath and i just zip tied the garland to it. It looks like i actually glued all of those flowers on it! I think it’s gorgeous. I don’t get to Hobby Lobby very often, since the closest one is in Va. Beach. I hope some day, they will open one here in Hampton or Newport News. I love reading your blogs. I love all of the white you use, but my husband wouldn’t let me get away with all white! I look forward to reading your next blog!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Teresa! Hobby Lobby has some gorgeous garlands and I bet your wreath is a beauty! I love that we have a Hobby Lobby so close by…when the closest one was in Richmond, my Mom and I would take day trips there just to stock up on knobs! 🙂 XO
Kerryanne says
Sometimes keeping it simple really is the best. I love this wreath Christy.
Thank you for sharing the tutorial at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather party this week on Shabby Art Boutique. I’m delighted to be featuring it at tomorrow’s party and pinning too.
Hugs,
Kerryanne
Christy says
Thank you so much, Kerryanne! XOXO