I actually made this wreath quite awhile back, but just hung it on my front door within the past week. With less than a month of official winter to go, and with an almost balmy feel to the air today, I may have spring fever!
The mix of purples that I used just get me in the mood for spring-like weather and I couldn’t resist. Here’s a quick how-to if you want to make something similar:
-Choose a foam or straw wreath form and a basic yarn in the color you want.
-With a generous dot of hot glue to hold one end of yarn in place, wrap yarn continuously around the wreath form. Just a word of warning–this does take some time and patience! Try to cover the entire surface of the wreath as best you can.
-Embellish however you wish. I mostly used felt flowers, which I’ll briefly explain how to make…
Cut a long strip of felt and fold in half lengthwise. Run a line of hot glue down the "open" end to seal.
Using sharp scissors, cut through both layers, leaving a little bit together at the end where you just glued. You will cut slits down the entire length of the felt.
Roll up the entire way, gluing as you roll. Try to keep the bottom as flat as possible. You should now have a pretty felt flower to use.
That’s pretty much it. There’s tons of possibilities for prettying up these yarn-wrapped wreaths. Pinterest is a great source for ideas and inspiration for these (and many other things). Yep, I have a little bit of a problem when it comes to Pinterest, and I know I’m not the only one!!
What a cheery welcome home! I love that felt flower, thanks for showing me how to make it.
Loving the purple! So beautiful! I am hosting a Link Party today and would love for you to add these, and anything else you like!
http://www.mom4realky.blogspot.com/2012/02/4-real-friday-link-party-2.html
Jessica @ Mom 4 Real
Very cute! Love the purple
Your puplicious wreath caught my eye over at Whipperberry, love it! Thanks for the info on how to make the flowers, easier than I thought it would be. I’ll have to give it a try.
This is a beautiful wreath! Thanks for sharing an awesome tutorial; I can’t wait to try it!
I’m lovin’ this wreath!!! I actually just finished a purple yarn wreath and have been trying to decide on which type of flower to “adorn” it with… thanks for the quick tutorial!
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I love these colors! Lilacs are my favorite smelling flowers and this wreath makes me think of lilacs. Beautiful job.
This is so pretty. I don’t think you are the only one with “the fever”. Thanks for the tut – I’ve always wondered how to do this.
Your wreath caught my eye! I linked up my yarn wrapped wreath this week, too. I LOVE the purple color!
Love this – it’s my favorite color! Not sure I have the patience to make my own but it sure is pretty!
I love the purple, it’s so bright and springy!
Love wreaths – this is no exception. Beautiful work!
Love for you to share it at my “Made by ME” Linky Party Wednesdays
http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2012/02/made-by-me-20-linky-party.html
Love! Pinning this! Thanks so much for sharing.
Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
Love the yarn wreath! The colors are perfect and springy:) I’m in the process of finishing mine and this give me some more inspiration!
I love this! I’m actually planning on making one of my own next week with a girlfriend and I’m so excited about it! I especially love your felt flowers.
By the way, I love how many children you have. It makes my heart happy!
Thanks, they make my heart happy too. I just enjoyed checking out your beautiful blog!
I love this! Purple is my favourite colour and this wreath is just amazing! Well done
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Love the Purple Wreath! But I’m VERY interested it the “Welcome” sign on the door behind it. Do you have a tutorial on that as well??
What a fantastic idea! I am featuring it today:
http://www.thegunnysack.com/2012/03/who-was-stuffed-in-gunny-sack-week-27.html
Stop by and grab an I Was STUFFED button!
~Tonia
Aw, this is so beautiful! Just wanted to let you know that I featured this today. Thanks for sharing @ Show & Share.
http://southernlovely.blogspot.com/2012/03/show-share-29-features.html
So pretty! I just love the different shades of purple. Thanks so much for sharing on Mom On Timeout!
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