How to Make a Beautiful Ribbon Wreath in Just a Few Simple Steps We are excited to share with you a fun and easy DIY project: a ribbon wreath. It’s the perfect way to add a touch of personal style to your home decor, and the best part is that you can really customize it to suit any season or color scheme. We recently made our elegant ribbon wreath using navy and soft white ribbons in various widths and textures, and it turned out beautifully! Here’s a step-by-step guide so you can create your own. What You’ll Need: 8 to 10 coordinating ribbons (variety of widths and textures) Faux boxwood or green magnolia wreath base Floral wire Scissors Step-by-Step Instructions: Choose Your Ribbon: Pick 8 to 10 ribbons in colors and textures that complement each other. For our wreath, we used navy and soft white ribbons in different widths, which gave the wreath a nice layered look. Make Your Primary Bow: Select the ribbon you want to highlight and make that your primary ribbon. Cut a long piece and create a large simple bow with two loops and long tails. This bow will be the focal point of your wreath. Once you’re happy with the size of your bow and the tails, secure it with a long piece of floral wire (about 20 inches). Measure and Cut Your Ribbon Tails: Use the length of the tails from your primary bow as a guide. Lay out your other ribbons and cut each one to match the length of the primary ribbon tails. Make sure to cut all the ribbon tails at an angle in the same direction for a neat, polished look. Gather the ribbons: gather the ribbons and primary ribbon, placing the primary on top. Secure all the ribbons together with the floral wire. We cut an extra long piece of wire to make sure there was enough to attach the ribbon to the wreath base. Attach the Bow and ribbons to the Wreath: Using floral wire from the ribbon bunch, attach the bow to the wreath base. Be sure to position it in the spot where you want the most attention to be drawn. Fluff and Adjust: Once all your ribbons are in place, fluff the loops of your bow and adjust the tails until you’re happy with the overall look. Be sure to overlap and criss-cross the ribbons to create texture and depth. You want the wreath to feel full and inviting. Final Touches: Step back and look at your wreath. Make any final adjustments to the ribbons to ensure they are evenly distributed and flowing naturally. And there you have it—an elegant ribbon wreath that can be modified to fit the season and perfect for any door in your home.
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DIY Pumpkin Centerpiece: Give Your Old Pumpkin a Fresh New Look Hello, friends! With autumn just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to add a touch of fall charm to your home with this fall foliage pumpkin. Today, I want to share a fun and easy project: decorating a pumpkin for a centerpiece using Mod Podge and some pretty napkins. We took an old, faded artificial pumpkin and gave it new life, and you can too! Let’s dive into the step-by-step process. What You’ll Need: An old artificial pumpkin (or a new one if you prefer) Decorative napkins (choose ones with patterns you love) Mod Podge Paintbrush Scissors Floral wire (optional) Plastic container (to fit inside the pumpkin) Wet floral foam block (trimmed to fit the container) Clear protective spray Fresh or faux flowers for arranging Step-by-Step Instructions: Prepare the Pumpkin: Start by tracing a hole on the top of your pumpkin that’s the size of your plastic container. Carefully cut out the hole using a craft knife or sharp scissors. This is where your floral arrangement will sit. Prepare the Napkins: Separate the layers of your napkins so you’re only working with the printed top layer. Cut the napkins into approximately 2-inch pieces. Smaller pieces help conform to the curves of the pumpkin more easily. Cut all the pieces at an angle in the same direction for a cohesive look. Apply the Napkins to the Pumpkin: Using your paintbrush, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to a small section of the pumpkin’s surface. Gently press a piece of napkin onto the glued area, smoothing out any wrinkles or bubbles. Carefully brush another layer of Mod Podge over the napkin piece to seal it. Continue this process, working in small sections and slightly overlapping the napkin pieces until the entire pumpkin is covered. At the top opening, tuck the ends of the napkin pieces into the hole where the container will sit for a clean edge. Let It Dry: Allow different areas to dry as you work to prevent the napkins from shifting. Once the entire pumpkin is covered and completely dry, spray it with a clear protective spray to seal and protect your design. Prepare the Fall Floral Pumpkin Arrangement: Trim a block of wet floral foam to fit snugly inside your plastic container. Soak the foam according to the package instructions if you’re using fresh flowers. Arrange your flowers in the foam, creating a beautiful bouquet that complements your pumpkin’s new look. Assemble Your Centerpiece: Place the floral-filled container into the opening at the top of your decorated pumpkin. Adjust the flowers as needed to ensure they’re arranged just the way you like. And there you have it! A gorgeous fall floral pumpkin centerpiece that’s sure to impress your guests. This project is a wonderful way to repurpose old decorations and add a personalized touch to your fall decor. Feel free to get creative with your choice of napkins—there are so many beautiful patterns out there! Whether you place it on your dining table, in an entryway, or on your countertop, this fall floral pumpkin arrangement adds a bit of fall fun to your home.
