81 Easy DIY Christmas Wreaths to Make Your Door the Most Festive on the Block
Spread some holiday cheer with any of these homemade ideas.
If you celebrate Christmas, then you know one of the best parts of the holidays is putting up your Christmas decorations. From trimming your tree to decking out your windows, there are endless ways to get your home ready for the holiday season. However, if you're overwhelmed by the idea of turning your house into Santa's workshop, then it's best to start small, such as with a simple winter wreath. Even just a tiny bit of Christmas cheer on your front door can make a big difference, and these DIY Christmas wreath ideas can help give you the inspiration you need.
Christmas wreaths are one of the most classic types of holiday decor, and lucky for you, they're one of the easiest, too. And while you can easily buy a wreath online or at a local tree stand, a DIY wreath makes for a fun Christmas craft if you're up for the challenge. No matter your Christmas decor style or your crafting skill level, we've got both indoor and outdoor wreath options and inspiration for everyone.
Read on for all the best DIY Christmas wreaths that you can make for your front door this holiday season.
Classic Colors Leaf Wreath
Paint select leaves of a magnolia wreath red, white, and green. Once dry, brush glue onto the tops of the white leaves and dust on glitter for added sparkle.
Paper Wreath
This wreath is so simple even the kids could make it. Cut out a large circle (about 18" in diameter) of green construction paper. Then cut out a small circle (about 6" in diameter) in the middle to create a wreath shape. Using dots of glue, attach a few pom-poms around the wreath to look like berries.
Snowcapped Village Wreath
Snowcapped Village WreathTo embellish a feathery wreath, make a couple of card stock houses and use pins to secure in the middle.
Ring of Roses Wreath
Felt gets a royal transformation when it's spiraled and coiled into a stunning array of rosettes in this ring of roses wreath. Follow this holiday color palette, or create your own, playing with various shades of green and red.
Get the Ring of Roses Wreath tutorial.
Christmas Ornament Wreath
Believe it or not, a simple wire hanger serves as the base to this festive ornament wreath.
Forget-Me-Knots Wreath
Red is the most festive color of the holiday season, so bask in the merry hue with this simple yet stately wreath made from knotted wide grosgrain ribbon.
Get the Forget-Me-Knots Wreath tutorial.
Paper Cone Gratitude Wreath
The holidays are all about gratitude, and this wreath encourages you to write down the things you're thankful for and tuck them inside, so the entryway to your home can remind you of your many blessings.
Get the Paper Cone Gratitude Wreath tutorial.
Under Wraps Wreath
Presents don't just belong under the tree! Put them front and center of your home with this charming wreath, decked with mini gift boxes that are wrapped and ribboned with care.
Get the Under Wraps Wreath tutorial.
Snow White Wreath
Looking to make a statement? Opt for this dazzling wreath made with folded and twisted coffee filters that are lightly coated with red acrylic paint.
Get the Snow White Wreath tutorial.
Winter Ice Wreath
This ice wreath filled with cranberries and apples doubles as a bird feeder. How fun is that?
Get the Winter Ice Wreath tutorial.
In Full Bloom Wreath
Remake Poinsettias, the fleur du jour during the holidays, by wrapping the silk flowers into a wreath and hanging it around the house.
Get the In Full Bloom Wreath tutorial.
Pom-Pom Wreath
Make a snow-inspired wreath by gluing pom-poms in varied sizes to a wreath form. Make even more of an impact by finishing the look with a matching tassel and bottle brush trees.
Bottlebrush Tree Wreath
To make this vintage-inspired wreath, wrap wire around bases of bottle-brush trees and attach to a faux wreath (dabbing hot glue on bottoms will help them stay upright). Spray adhesive all over the wreath, then sprinkle with artificial snow.
Christmas Balloon Wreath
A wire wreath decked out in red and green balloons will make a huge impact over your mantle. Plus, it's really inexpensive to make!
Get the Christmas Balloon Wreath tutorial at Studio DIY.
Vintage Toy Cars Wreath
Use a brass or gold hoop as a base for mini sisal trees, a vintage toy car, and flocked faux tree branches.
Get the Vintage Toy Cars Wreath tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Crepe Paper Anemone Holiday Wreath
Start with a braided rope wreath, then jazz it up with crêpe paper anemones and wintry greenery.
Get the Crepe Paper Anemone Holiday Wreath tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Peppermint Paper Christmas Wreath
A mix of red and green paper rosettes with peppermint rosettes can help you make an eye-catching work of art.
Get the Peppermint Paper Christmas Wreath tutorial at Crafting Cheerfully.
Tinsel Snowflake Wreath
All you need is a basic wreath form, old garland, and a snowflake ornament to make this stunner.
Get the Tinsel Snowflake Wreath tutorial at See Vanessa Craft.
Frosted Paper Conifer Six-Point Star Wreath
You may already have a star on top of your tree, but there's nothing wrong with having another one on your wall.
Get the Frosted Paper Conifer Six-Point Star Wreath tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Fluffy Fun Winter Wreath
What could be more fun and festive than a wonderfully fluffy winter wreath?
Get the Fluffy Fun Winter Wreath tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
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