This beautiful DIY patriotic grapevine wreath not only adds a festive touch to your home decor this election year. With rich red, crisp white, and bold blue accents intertwined through the natural beauty of grapevine, it’s an eclectic mix of rustic charm and celebratory flare.
In this video tutorial Coach Tammy from The Makers University will walk you through each step, ensuring you can proudly display your creation in time for this monumental electoral season.
Supplies for this project
- 14″ Grapevine wreath
- Red Filler flower
- Blue filler flower
- 4″ stripe wired ribbon
- 1.5″ Stripe with stars wired ribbon
- 1.5″ Denim canvas wired ribbon
Project summary
Prepare Your Base:
Start with a plain grapevine wreath base. Its natural look provides a rustic charm and a sturdy foundation for our patriotic theme.
Select Your Florals:
Choose faux flowers in red, white, and blue for a vibrant and lasting look. Consider different textures and sizes for variety and depth.
Ribbon Selection:
Pick out ribbons that have a patriotic flair—think stars, stripes, and dazzling colors. Wired ribbon is especially helpful for creating bows that keep their shape.
Create a Focal Point:
Form a large bow with your patriotic ribbon and secure it to the bottom or top of the wreath, depending on your preference. This will serve as the eye-catching centerpiece.
Arrange Your Florals:
Trim the stems of your faux flowers and begin tucking them into the grapevine wreath. Use floral wire for extra hold if needed.
Add Finishing Touches:
Once all elements are in place, step back and assess. Fill in any gaps with additional florals or small American flags to enhance the festive look.
Finalize Your Creation:
Use the hot glue gun to secure any loose elements. Make sure everything is firmly attached to withstand summer breezes.
How to Make a Patriotic Grapevine Wreath
Patriotic Grapevine Wreath
Equipment
- 1 scissors
Materials
- 1 blue filler flower
- 1 red filler flower
- 1 14" grapevine wreath
- 1 4" wired ribbon striped
- 1 1.5" wired ribbon stripe with stars
- 1 1.5" wired ribbon denim canvas
Instructions
Prep your base
- Start with a 14” round grapevine wreath .
- Take a red filler flower bush and a blue filler flower bush and join them together using a zip tie making a mini swag.
- Repeat above instruction and join it to the previous mini swag on opposite colors using another zip tie.
- Add the mini swag to the left of the grapevine using zip ties.
- Fluff out the swag ends.
Make and add your bow
- Take a 4” stripe ribbon and make a bow with 2 x loops.
- Take a 1.5” denim canvas ribbon and make a bow with 4 x loops.
- Take a 1.5” ribbon with stars and make a bow with 4 loops.
- Layer your bows.
- Secure your bow with a zip tie.
- Take the 4” stripe ribbon and cut a piece to cover the bow’s zip tie.
- Secure the piece of ribbon and add the bow to the center of the mini swag using zip ties.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Fluff out your bow.
Video
Hanging Your Wreath
Find the perfect spot to display your handiwork—whether it’s on your front door to welcome guests or as a part of a feature wall in your living space. The wreath’s versatile design makes it suitable for Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day.
Creating a DIY patriotic grapevine wreath is more than a crafting project; it’s a celebration of the nation’s spirit and a testament to your creativity. Each time you glance at your handmade wreath, you’ll remember the joy of the process and the pride of the celebration. So hang it with pride, and let the spirit of the country shine through your home decor.