St. Patrick’s Day is a time for green attire, festive celebrations, and of course, showing off your DIY skills! This year, why not welcome the luck of the Irish directly into your home with a beautiful, handmade St. Patrick’s Day wreath? It’s not just a decoration; it’s a statement of joy and a nod to the timeless traditions of this cherished holiday.
What You’ll Need:
- 14″ wire frame
- Pipe cleaners
- Thin wires for sign
- 6″ x12″ metal sign
- 10″ wide foil green mesh
- 10″ thin foil green mesh
- 2.5″ Shamrock Ribbon
- 2.5″ Black and White Stripe ribbon
- 4″ black and white plaid ribbon
- 2.5″ black shamrock ribbon
- 1.5″ green shamrock ribbon
- ⅞” white ribbon
- Clover bush
Step-by-Step Guide:
Print the steps and supply list from the “recipe card” below.
- Prep your sign
- Take your 6×12 St. Patrick’s metal sign (DecoExchange) and make holes to the side and add 2 thin wires (Discount Dealers and Crafts) to the holes.
- Prep your base
- Start with a 14” wire frame (Dollar Tree)
- Take 12 x green pipe cleaners (Hobby Lobby) and add it around the wire frame.
- Take a 10” wide foil green mesh (RE134106, DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 20” pieces.
- Take a 10” thin foil green mesh (RE130106, DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 20” pieces.
- Take the 10” wide foil green mesh (RE134106, DecoExchange) and make ruffles by pinching the ends together.
- Add the ruffles to the outside ring of the wire frame using the pipe cleaners.
- Add in your ribbon tails
- Take a 2.5” shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Take a 2.5” black and white stripe ribbon (Sam’s Club) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Layer the 2 types of ribbon pieces in pairs with the shamrock ribbon on top.
- Add the ribbon to the ruffles using the pipe cleaners.
- Trim the pipe cleaner ends.
- Fluff out the ribbon tails.
- Add the rest of the mesh
- Take the 10” thin foil green mesh (RE130106, DecoExchange) and make ruffles by pinching the ends together.
- Add the ruffles to the inside ring of the wire frame using the pipe cleaners.
- Add in your ribbon tails and greenery
- Take a 2.5” shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Take a 2.5” black and white stripe ribbon (Sam’s Club) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Layer the 2 types of ribbon pieces in pairs with the shamrock ribbon on top.
- Add the ribbon to the ruffles using the pipe cleaners.
- Take a clover bush (13523CM, Liberty Floral) and cut 6 pieces.
- Add the clover bush pieces to the inner ribbon tails using the pipe cleaners.
- Trim the pipe cleaner ends.
- Fluff out the ribbon tails.
- Add in your sign
- Take your sign and add it to the top center of the wreath using the wire.
- Make and add your bow
- Take a 4” black and white plaid ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 2 loops.
- Take a 2.5” black shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 4 loops.
- Take a 1.5” green shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 4 loops.
- Take a ⅞” white shamrock ribbon (RC500527, DecoExchange) and make a bow with 3 loops.
- Layer your bows.
- Secure your bows with a green pipe cleaner.
- Fluff out your bow.
- Add your bow below the sign using a pipe cleaner.
- Dovetail the ends.
Why This Wreath Will Stand Out:
The Texture: The mix of ribbons and greenery adds a depth of texture that is visually appealing and invites the eye to explore.
The Festive Sign: The sign is your wreath’s centerpiece, offering a cheerful greeting to all who pass by your door.
The Craftsmanship: Handmade with love, your wreath is more than decor; it’s a personal touch that reflects the care you put into your home.
St. Patrick’s Day DIY Decor
St. Patrick's Day is more than just green beer and parades! Style your space with this chic and festive wreath that's as fun to make as it is to display.
Materials
- 1 14″ wire frame
- 13 Pipe cleaners
- 2 Thin wires for sign
- 1 6″ x12″ metal sign
- 1 10″ wide foil green mesh
- 1 10″ thin foil green mesh
- 1 2.5″ Shamrock Ribbon
- 1 2.5″ Black and White Stripe ribbon
- 1 4″ black and white plaid ribbon
- 1 2.5″ black shamrock ribbon
- 1 1.5″ green shamrock ribbon
- 1 ⅞” white ribbon
- 1 Clover bush
Instructions
Prep your sign
- Take your 6×12 St. Patrick’s metal sign (DecoExchange) and make holes to the side and add 2 thin wires (Discount Dealers and Crafts) to the holes.
Prep your base
- Start with a 14” wire frame (Dollar Tree)
- Take 12 x green pipe cleaners (Hobby Lobby) and add it around the wire frame.
- Take a 10” wide foil green mesh (RE134106, DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 20” pieces.
- Take a 10” thin foil green mesh (RE130106, DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 20” pieces.
- Take the 10” wide foil green mesh (RE134106, DecoExchange) and make ruffles by pinching the ends together.
- Add the ruffles to the outside ring of the wire frame using the pipe cleaners.
Add in your ribbon tails
- Take a 2.5” shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Take a 2.5” black and white stripe ribbon (Sam’s Club) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Layer the 2 types of ribbon pieces in pairs with the shamrock ribbon on top.
- Add the ribbon to the ruffles using the pipe cleaners.
- Trim the pipe cleaner ends.
- Fluff out the ribbon tails.
Add the rest of the mesh
- Take the 10” thin foil green mesh (RE130106, DecoExchange) and make ruffles by pinching the ends together.
- Add the ruffles to the inside ring of the wire frame using the pipe cleaners.
Add in your ribbon tails and greenery
- Take a 2.5” shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Take a 2.5” black and white stripe ribbon (Sam’s Club) and cut 6 x 14” pieces.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Layer the 2 types of ribbon pieces in pairs with the shamrock ribbon on top.
- Add the ribbon to the ruffles using the pipe cleaners.
- Take a clover bush (13523CM, Liberty Floral) and cut 6 pieces.
- Add the clover bush pieces to the inner ribbon tails using the pipe cleaners.
- Trim the pipe cleaner ends.
- Fluff out the ribbon tails.
Add in your sign
- Take your sign and add it to the top center of the wreath using the wire.
Make and add your bow
- Take a 4” black and white plaid ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 2 loops.
- Take a 2.5” black shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 4 loops.
- Take a 1.5” green shamrock ribbon (DecoExchange) and make a bow with 4 loops.
- Take a ⅞” white shamrock ribbon (RC500527, DecoExchange) and make a bow with 3 loops.
- Layer your bows.
- Secure your bows with a green pipe cleaner.
- Fluff out your bow.
- Add your bow below the sign using a pipe cleaner.
- Dovetail the ends.
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Creating a DIY St. Patrick’s Day wreath is a wonderful way to engage in the holiday spirit. It’s a simple project that brings big results and can be a joyful activity for families or friends. So, gather your materials, and let’s get crafting!
Remember, the best part about DIY is making it your own. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different materials and designs. The goal is to have fun and create something that makes you smile every time you walk through your door.
Happy crafting, and Happy St. Patrick’s Day!