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DIY Wreath for All Occasions

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I love do-it-yourself projects, but I’m not what you’d call very ‘crafty.’ So when I discovered Washi Masking Tape I was hooked–and bought more rolls of it than I’d ever need. So here’s a fun wreath I made putting the Washi Tape to good use. 

Porch Swings and Rocking Chairs

Where I’m from, we like to decorate our outdoor spaces more than our indoor space, probably because we spend a lot of time on our porches or outside in the evenings when the Southern heat still simmers, but is easier to enjoy.

That’s why I’m loving this project. It will go well with the trinkets and flowerpots I already have sitting around on my front porch–and is perfect for adding a little festive feel when I pull out the patriotic decorations for Memorial Day and the 4th of July.

DIY Wreath for All Occasions

Like most of my projects, everything else I used can be found at your local dollar store. I even spotted some patterned masking tape on my last visit–though obviously I didn’t buy it since I already have a year’s supply!

The great thing about this project, is that it’s REVERSIBLE. That way, you can easily tie another ribbon or scarf around it, flip it over, and you’ve pushed yourself into the next season or holiday.

DIY-Reversible-Wreath

 

Materials Needed for Your Own DIY Reversible Wreath

So here’s what you’ll need for this project:  

    • Clothespins
    • Cardboard
    • Felt, Cloth, or Posterboard (This is cosmetic to cover the cardboard ring. I used white poster board. But you could also cover the ring in a patterned cloth, felt, etc. Get as creative as you like!)
    • Circle Pattern 
    • Ribbon or Scarf 
    • Washi Masking Tape
    • Pencil
    • Scissors

Endless Ideas for Every Season

Though the materials are basic supplies, the patterns you use and the scarf or ribbon you choose will be based on the holiday or season you want to celebrate.

Again, I wanted to keep it simple and inexpensive, so the scarves I used were found at the Dollar Tree. I then used the patterned Washi Tape to create an Easter/Spring Wreath that I could then flip over to take me into Memorial Day/Summer all the way to the 4th of July.

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Mitzi@WrittenReality

Comments

  1. Sheila says

    A double-sided wreath. What a great idea! I have not yet trusted myself to purchase Washi tape for fear of becoming obsessed with it.. You have temped me here . . .

  2. Vanessa @Pre-K Pages says

    I saw these on Google + last night and just had to come over and leave a comment. These are so cute! I’m not the most crafty person but I feel confident I could make these. I also love shopping for washi tape- now I have something to do with it- thanks!

  3. Crystal Green says

    This is such a great idea. I have heard many great things about Washi Tape, but I fear if I mess with I will become hooked on using it and go into an even bigger poor house. This is definitely something that even kids can make for their Mothers as a gift too.

  6. Deborah says

    That looks pretty creative! This is what we are all about. Use what you got to make the most of it. You rocked it! Glad to find you via SITS

  8. Cassie says

    HI Mitzi!

    What a great idea!! I love this. We would love to feature this project on our site with credit and links back to you for the project. Let me know if we can and we would love to do that!

    Thanks!

  13. Kate says

    Hi! Just stopping by to let you know that your reversible wreath is so adorable! Great tutorial! Thanks for linking up with at the Wake Up Wednesday link party this week. Hope to see you again!
    -Kate @ The Organized Dream (WUW co-host)

  15. Katie says

    Love this idea! How genius to create 1 wreath with two sides?!? Thanks for linking up at Cook it! Craft it! Share it! This week!!
    XO,
    Katie

  17. Kristy GD says

    What a cool idea! I’ve got a weak spot for clothes pins, and I particularly love the colors you choose. Thanks for linking up at The Creative Spark!

  18. Natasha in Oz says

    What a brilliant idea! I am pinning this to my wreath board on Pinterest!

    I would be thrilled if you could share this post at my weekly Say G’day Saturday linky party. It has just started and this would be a brilliant addition.

    Best wishes for a great weekend,
    Natasha in Oz

  21. Regina Partain says

    Hi Mitzi. Thanks for linking up at #Pintastic Pinteresting Party! This is really cute. Like so many of your other readers, I haven’t worked with the Washi Tape yet. (fearful of addiction,? maybe) I have so many other addictions, and lately so little time that I am still hesitant to go down that road. But I do enjoy seeing what others are creating. Thanks again for sharing.