I am SOOOOO ready for spring!
We were teased with temps in the 60s this weekend and then it snowed 3 inches Monday afternoon. BLAH!!
But when it was warm I got my craft on making a fun spring wreath to hopefully encourage the weather to warm up.
I am super thrilled with how it came out and it was a fast, east project too!
Here’s how to make it.
Supplies:
-Wreath Form
-Chevron Ribbon
(I bought mine at Hobby Lobby but I know sites like Very Jane or Groopdealz sometimes have them.)
-Styrofoam Eggs
-Burlap
-Floral Pins
-Hot Glue Gun
To start, I wrapped the entire wreath form in burlap.
I then unwrapped all the ribbon spools and pinned down the ribbon in four spots, equally spaced. I will say I pinned them at 12, 3, 6, and 9 like on a clock.
You could also just cover the wreath with one ribbon at a time but I just wanted to make sure they were spaced out correctly so there wouldn’t be a gap somewhere just in case the ribbon ran out.
After I pinned the start of each ribbon onto the form, I wrapped one ribbon at a time, pinning as I made the loops (just like I did with my Fall Burlap Wreath).
I started with yellow, then blue, the pink, and lastly green and filled in any areas that needed more fluff as I went.
By using the pins, you can always pull them out and readjust the ribbon as you go or even start totally over if need be, which by the way, I needed too. 😉
I then wanted to add some eggs to make it good for Easter but didn’t want to make them a permanent fixture on the wreath.
In order to achieve that, I used the floral pins and pushed one end into the egg and out the other side. Depending on how I wanted to the egg to lay, depended on where and how I placed the pin. This yellow one, I wanted it to stand up to hide the pins from the other eggs so I inserted the pin in the very bottom.
I clustered all the eggs together for the biggest impact on the busy ribbon.
I did place a little bit of hot glue on the end of the pins so when I pushed them in they would stay pretty well in windy CO.
I didn’t place much though so I will still be able to pull them out if I want to extend the use of the wreath.
I love how it came out! 🙂
So bright and cheery for spring!
Here is a closer shot of the ribbon and how I weaved them together.
The eggs look good on the ribbon as well.
And the wreath pops off our front door too!
Now come on Spring!!
I am READY for ya!
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Stacy @ She's {kinda} Crafty
March 5, 2013 at 2:19 pmSo bright and cheery! And I **might** have already picked up a couple spools of those burlap chevron ribbons myself 🙂
Natural-Nesters
March 5, 2013 at 3:57 pmI absolutely adore this wreath! I think I may have to make one! EASTER is my FAVORITE! and I love chevron and all the bright colors! I need this on my door! 🙂
Amy Redd
March 5, 2013 at 5:55 pmThis is so adorable!!
Sarah @ Becoming Martha
March 5, 2013 at 6:06 pmOh. My. Goodness so gorgeous Allison! I absolutely love it!!! I need some ribbon like that!!! Great job girl 😉
Pam McFarland
March 5, 2013 at 6:29 pmThis looks amazing! By far my favorite spring wreath! Great job and so simple on directions. I love it!
Thanks for sharing!
Marisa
March 5, 2013 at 7:47 pmWow!! I love how that turned out. I need some chevron ribbon. Thanks, for the inspiration.
Keep Calm and Decorate
March 6, 2013 at 3:05 amThis wreath is adorable and I love the colors with the burlap. Also, I love the color of your door. 🙂
Natalie@SophisticatedYellow
March 7, 2013 at 5:56 amThis wreath is so perfect for spring — bright and cheery! The chevron pattern is even reminiscent of painted Easter eggs – brilliant!
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:28 amThanks so much! And I never thought about the chevron being like decorated eggs! 🙂
Ala Astor
March 7, 2013 at 6:42 amWow! i agree with everyone – so perfect for spring! I saw your blog at the Military Support Blog directory and I'm following you now from http://inhighheelsanddogtags.blogspot.jp/. I am really thrilled to have found this support group. I am looking forward in visiting your blogs and meeting you all.
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:28 amThanks so much! And glad you found me! 🙂
Frances Kendrick
March 7, 2013 at 8:28 amThis turned out fabulous!!! Love it!!
Frances
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Meredith @ Wait Til Your Father Gets Home
March 7, 2013 at 1:46 pmThis is my favorite Spring wreath I've seen so far this year! Love it! And that chevron ribbon is too cute 🙂
Jeni IGOTTHISMARTHA
March 7, 2013 at 7:29 pmThis is too cute!
Jamie
March 7, 2013 at 11:52 pmThis is so cute! I love the spring colours! Thanks so much for sharing!!
Jamie
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Kimberli B.
March 8, 2013 at 5:28 pmLove this Wreath! Love it! Love it! It is so me and I think you did a great job on it!
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Kimberli!
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:25 amThanks so much! I appreciate it! I love it as well!
Amanda
March 9, 2013 at 6:53 amYou make this sound so easy! I don't know that I could make the "loops" as pretty and conforming as you do, but I may just have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing.
Angela Shear
March 9, 2013 at 8:00 amAdorable – pinning!
Angela @ A Typical English Home
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:20 amThanks so much!
Beverly {Flamingo Toes}
March 10, 2013 at 1:32 amSoooo cute!! All those chevron ruffles make me happy!
Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com
March 10, 2013 at 3:45 amSo fun and cheery!! Love it!! Nicely done 😉
Catherine @ Evolving Mommy
March 10, 2013 at 4:12 amThis looks so bright and happy. Love it!
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:19 amThanks so much!
Jodi Stuber
March 10, 2013 at 6:03 pmOmg this is fabulous. I need to find me some of that ribbon!
Lindy @ Veni Vidi Scrappy
March 11, 2013 at 2:31 pmGorgeous wreath!!! I love it!
Kimberly Glinski
March 12, 2013 at 1:32 pmSo super cute! I've been thinking about making a new spring wreath. I love the chevron burlap ribbon. I'm going to have to see if your AC Moore has any. Great job!
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:13 amThanks so much! I hope you do find some of the ribbon! Check online.
Katie Adams
March 12, 2013 at 11:37 pmI love your wreath! It is fabulous! Thank you for sharing on The Crafty Blog Stalker. I have featured you this week and it will be posted later tonight! I would love for you to stop by to grab a feature button and wear it on your blog proudly! You deserve it! Click here to get to your feature!
AllMich
March 15, 2013 at 6:13 amAwww… thanks so much for the Feature Katie! I appreciate it!
Bethany
March 14, 2013 at 3:22 amYour wreath is adorable! It's seriously one of the cutest easter wreaths ever! Love it, great job!
Robin
March 19, 2013 at 3:04 pmThis is so pretty!! you should come link it up with us over at http://craftindesertdivas.blogspot.com/. We are having an Easter linky party!!!
Robin
http://cutonedesignsbyrobin.blogspot.com/
The Mueller Crew
March 19, 2013 at 9:09 pmI cannot find this ribbon to save my life!!! I've googled to no end – can anyone find it online??? I never found it in my Hobby Lobby store! Help please!
Erin Preston
March 10, 2014 at 8:38 pmDid you use the 2 1/2 inch or 4 inch ribbon?