How to Make a Dried Flower Wreath
Sunburst grapevine wreathMatte white spray paintAssorted dried grasses and flowersFlorists wireWire cuttersFloral scissorsHot glue gun
Step-by-Step Directions
With a few supplies and these how-to instructions, you can create your own handmade wreath. Customize your easy project with your favorite dried flowers.
Step 1: Paint Wreath
In a well-ventilated area (or outside), lay down a protective surface. Place a sunburst grapevine wreath ($20, Joann) on the surface and spray paint it matte white. Let the wreath form dry completely before continuing. Safety Tip: Always use spray paint in a well-ventilated area or outside. Wear a protective mask and gloves, and cover any surrounding surfaces to protect against the excess spray.
Step 2: Make Bunches
To create the first two bundles, we used dried pampas grass (from $22, Etsy), blue star grass ($10, Magnolia), bunny tails ($25 for 50, Etsy), and a few sprigs of pink dried arrow grass. Gather a few sprigs of each and secure with florists wire to create groupings. Use floral scissors to trim the stems so they are short and uniform. For the pink dried flower bundles, we used preserved baby’s breath (from $6, Etsy), mini strawflowers ($8, Etsy), and dried arrow grass. Arrange a few sprigs of each flower and secure bundles with florists wire ($3, Michaels). Trim the stems to about 2 inches long so you can tuck them into the wreath form.
Step 3: Assemble Wreath
Arrange the first two bundles on the bottom of the wreath form. Once you’re happy with the placement, use florists wire to secure the bunches to the wreath. Add a dab of hot glue to secure any stray branches. Place the pink flower bundles on top of the dried grasses and secure them with florists wire and hot glue. Fill in holes and bare spots with cut flower bunches and additional sprigs of pampas grass. To hang your finished wreath, create a loop with a length of florists wire and display.
