Spring is the season of renewal and joy, and what better way to embrace it than by crafting a beautiful Spring tulip wreath for your door?
Tulips are a symbol of spring, and their bright colors can bring warmth and welcome to any entrance. This DIY guide will walk you through making a simple yet stunning tulip wreath using a pancake wreath frame, perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Let’s dive into this fun project and bring a touch of spring to your home decor!
How to Make a Spring Tulip Wreath
Supplies Needed
14″ pancake wreath frame
2.5″ wired ribbon
11 bunches Tulips
1 1.5″ Cabana stripe ribbon for bow
Pipe Cleaners
Hot Glue optional
Prep Your Base
To kick off your tulip wreath, you’ll need a 14-inch pancake wreath frame as your base. This slim frame is perfect for creating sleek, modern wreaths that don’t skimp on charm. Begin by taking a 2.5-inch ribbon of your choice—perhaps in a color that complements your tulips or matches your decor. Wrap the ribbon around the frame, covering it completely for a neat and cohesive look. Secure the ribbon in place using two pipe cleaners, ensuring it’s tight and secure. This wrapped base will not only look finished but also provide a good foundation for attaching your tulips.
Add in Your Tulips
Now, for the fun part—adding the tulips! Select three types of faux tulips in varying colors for depth and interest. Creating a bundle with these different tulips will give your wreath a fuller, more natural look. To attach your tulip bundle to the wreath, use a pipe cleaner. Simply twist it around the stems of your tulips and then secure it to the wreath frame. Repeat this process, adding tulip bundles all around the frame. The goal is to cover the frame entirely, so adjust the number of tulips per bundle as needed to achieve a lush, blooming effect.
Make and Add Your Bow
No wreath is complete without a bow, and for this tulip wreath, a handmade bow adds a personal touch. Take a 1.5-inch ribbon, which can be the same as or different from the base ribbon, and create a bow with seven loops, leaving the tails long for added flair. Secure your masterpiece with another pipe cleaner, ensuring it’s tight so the loops don’t lose their shape. Curl the tails for a whimsical effect and dovetail the ends for a professional finish. Attach your bow to the left center of the wreath using the pipe cleaner, then fluff out the loops for volume and shape.
The Final Touch
With your tulips and bow in place, step back and admire your work. You might need to adjust the placement of the tulips or fluff the bow a bit more to get it just right. The beauty of this project is in its simplicity and the personal touches you can add along the way. Hang your wreath on your door or anywhere in your home where you’d like a burst of spring cheer.
This simple tulip wreath DIY is more than just a crafting project; it’s a way to celebrate the season and add a homemade touch to your home decor. Whether you’re new to wreath making or looking for a quick and easy project, this tulip wreath is sure to brighten your day and your doorway. Happy crafting!
Spring Tulip Wreath DIY
Materials
- 1 14" pancake wreath frame
- 1 2.5" wired ribbon
- 11 bunches Tulips
- 1 1.5" Cabana stripe ribbon for bow
- Pipe Cleaners
- Hot Glue optional
Instructions
Prep your base
- Start with a 14” pancake wreath frame.
- Take 2.5” ribbon and wrap the wreath frame and secure it with 2 x pipe cleaners.
Add in your tulips
- Take a pipe cleaner and add it to the wreath frame.
- Take 3 types of tulips and make a bundle and add it to the pipe cleaner.
- Repeat above instructions 1-2 all around the wreath frame.
Make and add your bow
- Take a 1.5” ribbon and make a bow with 7 x loops keeping the tail long.
- Secure your bow with a pipe cleaner.
- Curl the tails.
- Dovetail the ends.
- Add your bow to the left center of the wreath using the pipe cleaner.
- Fluff out your bow.
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