diy: spring wreath

Ahh, it is that time of year!  The birds are chirping, the grass is green, and my allergies are crazy!  It must be Springtime again :)

Looking for an easy afternoon project, maybe between yard projects or for a rainy day?  Check out this pretty spring wreath:

As usual, I started out with Pinterest for some inspiration.  Here's a link to my { holidays + seasons } board if you want to see what I've pinned.

What you'll need:

• basic twig wreath
• ribbon, 2 sizes: appx. 3"W and 1.5"W (I just cut the 3" roll in half to get the 1.5" wide pieces)
• appx. 15-20 individual floral stems (you can purchase a floral bunch instead of single stems, just make sure you have 15-20 flowers total)
• floral wire
• hot glue
• floral snips
• wire snips

supplies

Step 1:  if you purchased a bunch of stems, snip each stem off of the bunch so you have individual flowers to work with

Step 1

Step 2:  work with the flowers until you get an arrangement you like.  You don't have to be precise, but this will help you know where to start working and which flowers should overlap.  If you are adding a bow and ribbon like I have, make sure to leave a gap for the bow and some space between the flowers for ribbon.

Step 2

Step 3:  begin to wire each stem onto the frame.  If you can, tuck the stem under large twigs in the wreath for added stability.  It is important to wire each stem at least once, this will ensure the arrangement stays during use and storage.  Occasionally hold the wreath upright to see if any stems move or sag; add additional wire if needed.  As you work, you may want to cut off some of the leaves that are on the stems - I only left about half of them and cut off the rest.

Step 3

Step 3

Step 4:  (optional) wire accent stems onto the wreath

Step 4 (optional)

Step 5:  make and attach your bow.  If you have read any of my other tutorials, you know I am not the greatest bow-maker.  I completely made this bow up, to the point that I even feel bad calling it a "bow".  It is more like a bow-imposter.  Feel free to reference youtube for various bow and centerpiece tutorials.  The yellow metal flower I found in the garden section.  Don't be afraid to think outside of the box for your supplies - you never know where you might find something great!

Step 6:  wrap the 1.5" ribbon around the wreath, gluing it in place on the backside of the wreath

...And you are finished!