Burlap Wreath Tutorial
Simple yet elegant burlap wreath design.
Equipment
- 1 scissors
Materials
- Pipe cleaners
- 1 14" work frame Dollar Tree
- 5" loose weave burlap about 50'
- 1 2.5" wired ribbon solid burlap ribbon
- 1 1.5" wired ribbon white
- 1 1.5" wired ribbon stripe matching the solid ribbons
- 1 1.5" wired ribbon solid light green
Instructions
Method 1: Scrunch-and-Poof Burlap Technique
- Secure the Burlap: Take the end of your burlap ribbon, scrunch it together, and secure it to the frame with a zip tie at one of the crossbars.
- Make sure it’s tight so it doesn’t come loose.
- Create Poofs: Measure approximately 5 inches of burlap and scrunch it together. Feed the burlap through the wire frame, starting between the outer two wires.
- Pull the next poof up through the middle wires. Continue alternating between the sections to create a full, even look.
- Work Around the Frame: Repeat the process until you’ve gone all the way around the frame. Keep your poofs uniform for a polished appearance.
- Secure the End: Once you’ve completed the circle, secure the burlap with another zip tie at the back of the frame.
- Fluff the Poofs: After finishing the entire frame, fluff your poofs for a full and textured look.
Method 2: Wrap-and-Bunch Burlap Technique
- Start Wrapping: Secure the end of your burlap to the second wire on the frame using a zip tie.
- Wrap the burlap tightly around the frame, keeping the wire centered in the middle of the ribbon.
- Continue Wrapping: Work your way around the frame, pulling the burlap taut to ensure an even look.
- When one roll ends, secure it with a zip tie, and start the next roll in the same spot.
- Add Layers: Repeat the process for each row of the wire frame, working inward from the outer ring to the inner ring.
- Finish and Fluff: Once the frame is fully wrapped, secure the end of the burlap with a zip tie.
- Fluff and adjust as needed for a polished look.
Creating a Multi-Ribbon Bow
- Choose Your Ribbons: Select complementary ribbons, such as burlap, moss green, and a patterned option like linen stripes.
- Use a bow maker or make loops by hand. Start with the largest loops (approximately 5 inches) for the base.
- Add smaller loops in coordinating ribbons for dimension.
- Secure the bow with a zip tie and a pipe cleaner for easy attachment.
- Attach the Bow: Find the least attractive spot on your wreath (like where the burlap ends).
- Use the pipe cleaner to secure the bow to a crossbar on the frame.
- Fluff and Adjust: Spread out the bow loops and tails for a full, balanced look.