Red and Pink Gingerbread Wreath Tutorial
Project: Red and Pink Gingerbread Wreath
Skill Level: Intermediate
Time Required: 1-1.5 hours
Theme: Christmas/Gingerbread
Equipment
- Pipe cleaners
- Wire Cutters
- hot glue gun & glue sticks
Materials
- 1 Wreath Base: 24-inch evergreen wreath from Hobby Lobby
- 1 Red 10-inch mesh
- 1 Pink 10-inch mesh
- 1 4" diagonal double-sided ribbon
- 1 2.5" solid red fancy ribbon
- 1 1.5" pink glitter polka dot ribbon
- 1 Wired pompom ribbon Amazon
- Flocked holly leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Evergreen Base:
- Fluff out the evergreen wreath to maximize its size. Make sure the ties are pulled up and spread out evenly.
- Add Mesh to the Wreath Base:
- Cut red and pink mesh into 22-24 inch strips (approximately 8 pieces each color).
- Start on the outside ring, using two pieces of red followed by two pieces of pink. Continue alternating to complete the outer ring.
- Move to the inner ring, following the same pattern, ensuring that each mesh piece overlaps for fullness.
- Create the Bow:
- Use the 4-inch diagonal ribbon as the base. Make loops around 7 inches long and secure them with zip ties.
- Add the 2.5-inch solid red ribbon next, followed by the 1.5-inch pink polka dot ribbon for a layered look.
- Finish with the wired pompom ribbon, creating three loops for added texture.
- Repeat the process for a second bow, ensuring both are similar in size and placed diagonally from each other.
- Form the Wreath Shape:
- Push the mesh forward and create an oval shape using zip ties for a custom elongated look.
- Attach both bows securely to the wreath in opposite corners for a balanced design.
- Add Ribbon Tails:
- Cut additional ribbon tails (about 7 inches each) using the 4-inch and 2.5-inch ribbons.
- Insert these tails throughout the wreath for added dimension.
- Incorporate Greenery:
- Attach flocked holly leaves around the bows and mesh sections to create texture and visual interest. Use hot glue for secure placement.
- Focus on accenting the areas around the bows and filling any open spaces.
Notes
Tips & Tricks:
Add small gingerbread pieces, peppermint candies, or mini marshmallows as accents.
For additional flair, consider using glitter picks or small ornaments tucked into the mesh. Ribbon Placement: Ensure bows are placed diagonally for balance and visual interest. Use the greenery to accent and enhance the bows rather than cover them. Use an accordion fold for a truffle effect to create fullness and volume. This design can easily adapt to other holidays or themes by changing the mesh colors and ribbon patterns.
For additional flair, consider using glitter picks or small ornaments tucked into the mesh. Ribbon Placement: Ensure bows are placed diagonally for balance and visual interest. Use the greenery to accent and enhance the bows rather than cover them. Use an accordion fold for a truffle effect to create fullness and volume. This design can easily adapt to other holidays or themes by changing the mesh colors and ribbon patterns.