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How To Make A DIY 4th of July Ribbon Wreath

I am really into wreaths right now (fair warning to friends and family you may get some creations as gifts in the near future). I have been toying around with an idea to make a wreath I saw in a magazine last Halloween since, oh last Halloween! The other day I was feeling particularly crafty so I decided to alter the idea to create a 4th of July wreath.

The good news is this wreath is uber easy to make, the bad news I totally under estimated (aka didn’t calculate) how much ribbon it would take! So heed my warning — I have done the calculations and YES you need that much ribbon 🙂

Supplies:

  • One 12 inch foam craft wreath ($4.99 at Joann’s less 40% off coupon = $2.99)
  • 25 YARDS of 1.5 inch wide grosgrain ribbon – I used 20 yards red dot + 5 yards solid blue (approx $25)
  • Sharp scissors

Let’s talk about ribbon for a moment. That’s a LOT of ribbon. Yes, you can buy it a JoAnn’s or Michael’s, but it will add up quickly at retail stores. I recommend purchasing it in bulk on Etsy. There are tons of ribbon sellers, just search “1.5 grosgrain ribbon” with your color choice and you will see what I mean. If you do buy it retail, don’t forget your coupons — you’ll need them!

DIY 4th of July Wreath Tutorial

Step 1 – Cutting your ribbon

The first thing you want to do is cut your ribbon pieces. Hint, I get bored cutting, so I typically cut about 20 strips or so then start the wreath and come back to cutting later.

You can either cut the ribbon with flat edges or angled edges. I decided to go with angled for a bit more whimsy for the 4th of July. Plus, I didn’t feel like sealing my ends so the angle helps keep the fraying down. If you want to be precise, you will want to seal your ribbon ends with Fray Check.

Your ribbon pieces should be 16 inches in length. If you go with angled, 16 inches is the long side of the angle the shorter side should be about 14 inches. (I say about because the amount of angle is up to you, plus I like to leave things a bit fluid.) I recommend cutting one sample and cutting all others to match the sample.

DIY 4th of July Wreath Tutorial

Step 2 – Tying the ribbon

There are a lot of ways you can tie your ribbon, but the key is to tie them all the same way. If you choose to go with angled ends, make sure you start with your ends going the same way, so they end up facing the same direction. I choose a simple knot — left over right (pull tight) and left over right (twist) again.

DIY 4th of July Wreath Tutorial

At first it feels a bit awkward tying the fat ribbon in little knots, but once you get into a rhythm, its smooth sailing.

As you tie your knots, make sure the ribbon overlaps in the back and squish your knots up close together. You don’t want to see any of the foam wreath below.

DIY 4th of July Wreath Tutorial

Step 3 – Hang and enjoy!

No really, that’s it. Two simple steps. It does take some tedious time, but it is easy to do while watching TV or something.

DIY 4th of July Wreath Tutorial

Happy 4th of July!

Looking for more 4th of July crafts? Check out these:

  1. Popsicle Stick 4th of July Flag Craft For Kids
  2. 4th Of July Popsicle Stick Fireworks Kids Craft
  3. 4th Of July Baby Food Jar Votive Candle Holders ~ Kid’s Craft

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Comments

  1. Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy says

    June 6, 2012 at 5:15 pm

    Oh I love that! Super cute.

    Reply
  2. Beeb Ashcroft says

    June 6, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    That’s a really cute idea!

    Reply
  3. Nichol says

    June 6, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    This is adorable. I am not crafty but this I can definitely do!

    Reply
  4. Tesa @ 2 Wired 2 Tired says

    June 6, 2012 at 8:07 pm

    That is very neat! It looks easy too. My kids would love to help me make this.

    Reply
  5. JulieK says

    June 6, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    oh my goodness! SOOOO pretty! I love it!

    Reply
  6. jules p says

    June 6, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    adorable. love it….making it tomorrow!

    Reply
  7. Shell Fruscione says

    June 7, 2012 at 2:01 am

    That is gorgeous! Great job!

    Reply
  8. Tracy @ Cotton Pickin Cute says

    June 7, 2012 at 5:11 am

    Too cute Jen and so festive! I love how simple it is and your pics and directions make it fool-proof. Thanks for taking the time to show us.

    Hugs…Tracy @ Cotton Pickin Cute

    Reply
  9. Mary says

    June 7, 2012 at 6:38 am

    I love it. You have inspired me. Gotta get to Michaels today 🙂

    Reply
    • jen says

      June 7, 2012 at 12:24 pm

      I’d love to see it when you make it Mary 🙂

      Reply
  10. Brett says

    June 7, 2012 at 8:06 am

    i. love. this.

    Reply
  11. Dee says

    June 7, 2012 at 9:15 am

    OMG – I love this and am gonna do it!!!!

    Reply
  12. Henrietta says

    June 7, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    This is such a cute idea and would be easy for my tween to do on her own! I always see ribbon at yard sales so I’ll have to remember to pick some up for this wreath!

    Reply
  13. Tricia Nightowlmama says

    June 7, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    how creative I love it and SOOOooooo Easy too

    Reply
  14. Danyelle says

    October 3, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    Looks great, and simple too! I even like the look from the back, especially with the spotted ribbon and the plain ends showing through from the other side. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • jen says

      October 4, 2012 at 1:32 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  15. betty says

    May 8, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    How festive – and it’s something I wouldn’t be overwhelmed about setting out to do.

    Reply
  16. robyn paris says

    May 19, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    http://pinterest.com/pin/234468724322927696/

    Reply
  17. Monica says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:31 am

    I can not wait to make this. It is so beautiful. I am off work and school for 2 weeks and i know what i am doing 🙂

    Reply
    • jen says

      June 7, 2013 at 9:48 pm

      Awe thanks! Have fun making it 🙂

      Reply
  18. Annabelle says

    June 15, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    Looks fantastic and so appropriate for July 4th coming up soon, as I write this. QUESTION – how many rolls of ribbon did you use?
    Thanks.

    Reply
  19. Annabelle says

    June 15, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    Forgive me please….I see where you did say how much ribbon. Sorry about that…guess I started reading with how to do it.

    Reply
  20. Kristin says

    June 5, 2014 at 8:01 am

    This is awesome, I think I can manage this!
    I want to make this Stars and Stripes version as well as a Minnie Mouse with pink polka dots and black ears.

    Reply
    • jen says

      June 6, 2014 at 11:05 am

      You totally can. It’s sooo easy, but it does take time 🙂

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        June 7, 2014 at 11:36 am

        Just ordered the ribbon from Ebay. Estimated delivery between Tuesday, Jun. 10 and Monday, Jun. 23 cannot come soon enough 🙂

        Reply
        • jen says

          June 14, 2014 at 8:46 pm

          Yeay! Have fun making it!!! 🙂

          Reply

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