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Holiday How-To: This DIY Frosted Christmas Wreath is Timeless, Chic, and Easy to Make (We Promise!)

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Rachel Aschenbrand-Robinson

5 years ago

There’s something about decking your halls with homemade wreaths that just feels extra special. That said, the holiday season can make it feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to do everything you need to, let alone attempt an involved craft project (that could very well end up as a Pinterest fail). That’s why we came up with a simple DIY to show you how to make a Christmas wreath that’s chic, in keeping with the spirit of the holidays, and appropriate to leave up well into the winter season.

Our DIY frosted Christmas wreath is easy to create and also makes an unexpected, thoughtful present. In addition to adding a spirited touch to your own front door, homemade wreaths are a great gift option for that hard-to-shop-for person–or persons–on your list (your in-laws, your auntie, your neighbor who brings over cookies every year!). Either way, because of its timeless winter vibe, this DIY Christmas wreath can stay up long after the holidays are over, bringing that cheer into the new year!

Scroll on to see how to make a Christmas wreath with ease.

DIY Christmas Wreath

Supplies:

Floral wire, cut into 6″ pieces
Wire wreath frame
Wire cutters
6′ pine garland (or greenery garland of your choice)
Artificial snow spray
Scrap of cardboard or other safe painting surface

Instructions:

Step 1: Starting at one end of the wreath, bunch a group of the pine fronds together so they all are facing the same direction.

Step 2: Take a piece of wire and wrap it around the base of the bunch, twisting the two ends of the wire together on the back of the frame until secured. Moving down the garland a few inches at a time, bunch and secure groups of fronds until the garland is wrapped around the frame one time. Be sure the fronds are all going in the same direction.

Step 3: Once garland has covered the wire frame, cut the remaining length of garland off. Use the fronds in the extra garland piece to fill out any areas of the wreath that aren’t as full. Cut off individual fronds and secure them to the frame using the same wire method as when attaching the garland.

Step 4: At this point, you can choose to leave your wreath fronds for loose/fluffier look, or bunch them together further to create a tighter, full look. Working your way around the entire wreath, bunch groups of fronds tighter than before, and secure each bunch with another piece of wire. Repeat until the desired look is achieved.

Step 5: In a well-ventilated area, lay the wreath down on a piece of scrap cardboard or another paint-safe surface. Shake the artificial snow spray can well (according to the manufacturer’s instructions). Spray individual fronds in quick, short sprays until you achieve the desired look. We chose to leave a good amount of green showing, but feel free to completely “frost” your wreath!

Step 6: Let the artificial snow spray dry overnight in a well-ventilated area.

Did you make this DIY holiday wreath? Show us your homemade wreaths on Instagram @lulus using #lovelulus and shop women’s Christmas dresses, gifts, accessories and more in our Holiday Shop!

This post was originally published in December 2019 and has been updated with new content.