TO happy holiday It is customary to make an Easter wreath with your own hands. The Easter holiday in the Christian tradition is associated with spring, the awakening of nature. The people celebrate the Resurrection of Christ and the rebirth of the surrounding world after hibernation. Unbridled fun, rich festive table and themed home decoration have always been integral Easter traditions. It is difficult to imagine celebrating Easter without ritual colored eggs, Easter cakes, sugar bunnies and delicious pastries. Easter wreaths, endowed with sacred meaning and possessing special energy, have long been used to decorate homes and food.
Wreath motifs in the interior and table setting are designed to create a festive atmosphere on Holy Day. In addition, wreaths made for Bright Day fulfill a special mission in the house. Easter symbolism is contained in each element of the wreath.
- The closed circle shape represents eternal life, the infinity of being, which the fact of the Resurrection gives.
- The rods or wire from which the base of the wreath is made imitate bird's nests - a symbol of warmth and home comfort.
- Flowers and grass represent dawn and the return of life.
- Eggs and candles placed in the structure worship the birth of new life and that blessed fire that illuminates the world, which ignites on Easter night.
Easter wreaths on doors and walls indicate the hospitality of the owners and protect homes from evil spirits. After all, it is believed that during the Easter holidays the heavens are open, and the souls of the dead, and evil spirits along with them, move freely in space and can freely “enter” any home.
Baking in the form of a wreath ritually sanctifies the table and dishes. Beautiful pies in the shape of an Easter crown, occupying a central position among the dishes in Svetloye Christ's Resurrection, are present in the religious traditions of many peoples.
Easter wreaths for the door or wall
Hanging wreaths protect the house from troubles and troubles. The most energetically powerful will be a wreath made by yourself. Being imbued with the energy of the hands during the manufacturing process, it, like the sun, generously shares the warmth, positivity and goodness that literally flow from it.
Classic wreath. Ideally, a DIY Easter wreath is made on the eve of Maundy Thursday and hung on the door on Sunday night. It should be made from natural materials, decorated with primroses and young grass.
The frame of the crown is woven from any branches, but the best solution Willow twigs will become. The base of the wreath, closed in a circle, is braided with ribbons and decorated with fresh flowers and spring greenery. When choosing ribbons and flowers, you should adhere to the rules of aesthetics, maintain harmony and take into account the magic of color in church paraphernalia.
The wreath should turn out bright and joyful, just like the Easter holiday itself. If it is placed in a room, then a lit candle is placed on the lower inner surface. It is better to decorate the door wreath with a lantern in the form of a candle.
Modern Easter wreath. Urban conditions, cold winters and late springs make their own adjustments to wreath art: willow twigs, live primroses and young grass are almost impossible to find on the eve of Easter. For the base, you can take a factory-made round blank made of foam or plastic. Suitable for decoration satin ribbons, bright laces and ropes.
Artificial flowers, synthetic grass and props easter eggs will help you create a wonderful Easter wreath that will look no worse than a classic one.
Wreaths for decorating the festive table
It is permissible to place artificial Easter wreaths on the table, inside of which a basket with colored eggs or Easter cake, or cheese (curd) Easter is placed. Table wreaths are made in the same way as door wreaths, but smaller in size. You can also prepare original baked goods in the form of an Easter crown. There are many recipes for such a pie, but the principles of preparation are the same:
- a three-strip braid with different fillings necessarily closes in a circle;
- Decorative elements in the form of Easter eggs and sugar (mastic) bunnies are placed inside the wicker;
- the surface is decorated with flowers made from dough and fresh fruit.
How to make an edible wreath for Easter. Divide the prepared yeast dough into 3 parts. Roll each part into a long strip about 10 cm wide. Place the filling along each strip and pinch the edges. Weave three “tubes” into a loose braid (the braid will increase in size during baking), close the beginning and end of the pie into a circle. Lubricate the joint with egg white and decorate with a ball (sun) or a flower. Place the dough in a cake pan so that there is a hole in the middle, brush with yolk and bake until done.
Ideas for strip filling:
- poppy seeds with honey or sugar;
- jam;
- cranberries/cloudberries soaked in alcohol, mashed with sugar;
- dried fruits with nuts;
- seeds or crushed nuts with sugar/honey.
When serving the wreath pie, place a lighted candle or pile up Easter eggs. It is advisable to decorate the surface with flowers. They can be made from apples, oranges, lemons.
A house decorated with Easter wreaths breathes goodness, radiates warmth and hospitality. Handmade wreaths create a special atmosphere, because they are saturated with the energy of a person who has put their soul, imagination and a piece of their heart into them.
When celebrating Easter, people try to fulfill all the traditions and collect all the attributes of the holiday, because each has a deep meaning. They bake delicious pancakes with Easter cakes and at the same time figure out how to make an Easter wreath with their own hands, where to hang it and what such wreaths mean.
Wreath as a symbol
Each item made specifically for Easter is striking in its simplicity and meaning. For example, Easter eggs. Once upon a time, Mary Magdalene brought the ruler several ordinary, white eggs as a gift when she went to tell him the wonderful news about the Resurrection of Christ. The Bishop then, having accepted the gift, used it as an example of his rightness, because he did not believe in the rumors: “just as eggs remain white, so the dead do not rise.” After a moment, the ordinary eggs turned red. This is why people dye eggs and the shades of red are the most traditional.
What's a wreath? Its round or heart-shaped shape has a closed structure, like an endless circle or cycle of life. Easter itself is considered a day of celebration when Life was able to defeat Death. The resurrection of Christ became that symbol of faith, that example for others that the spirit is immortal and no person leaves without a trace.
Death is not an end, but just a door to something new. Therefore, the shape of the wreath repeats the statement about the eternity of the spirit and the cycle of life. And yes, it's a little nod to Christmas when wreaths are used too. They are usually hung either on the walls or above the door, on the gate, if the house is private.
Making wreaths has become a modern tradition; people want to decorate their homes more, filling Easter with warm, beautiful symbols. There are no rules for making the right wreath; you can use any available materials to make your own Easter wreath, photo, beautiful, bright and even warm. Use bright, spring colors, because Easter is also a welcome to spring. Decorate with ribbons and bows, embroider with beads, glue on toys - whatever your heart or imagination desires!
Making a wreath
Master class for a beautiful wreath made in calm, subdued colors.
What you will need:
Compass;
Sharp scissors;
Glue gun;
A sheet of strong cardboard;
Bevechka;
Decoration elements, here these are Easter stickers;
Ribbons - beads;
Bows.
Manufacturing:
You will need a compass to draw two even circles of different sizes so that the base for the wreath comes out ready for cutting.
Next, carefully cut it out with scissors, from the inside too. You will get a cardboard base - you should immediately use it to determine the size and shape of the future wreath. It is not necessary to make it traditionally round. Take an oval or heart shape, whatever you like.
We first secure the edge of the twine with a glue gun (you can replace it with any woolen sewing or even floss, but you will need a lot of the latter), then we wrap the thread around the entire circle, fitting tightly so that no gaps are visible. If necessary, secure with glue from time to time.
You need to wrap the entire circle with such dense, frequent turns. Choose a calm thread color so that the decorative elements look more beautiful against its background.
Using a glue gun, attach the ribbon-bead to the finished base. You can take several ribbons and then glue them together or make a pattern.
By the way, it is convenient to sew decorative elements on top of the thread base. For example, sequins or fancy buttons. Easter stickers are put on here.
Next, use the same glue to fix the bows (they can be sewn on, just be careful). For stickers, take silhouettes of angels, symbols and spring. Let them be bright, noticeable, shiny.
By the way, you can wrap the base in several layers with rope (thread), then the wreath will be more voluminous).
Wicker wreath
A wreath made from willow or other easily bendable twigs can be considered the most traditional. This is exactly how our ancestors made a wreath when there was no cardboard or glue. Wreaths were woven from flowers, so it is customary to decorate modern options artificial flowers. The real ones fade quickly, although some even look good when dried.
What you will need:
1. Several fresh willow twigs (you can cut them from a nearby willow tree or buy a ready-made wicker wreath);
2. Decorative elements (bird figurines, toys, artificial flowers, balls, buttons, ribbons).
How to attach decor to such a wreath? You can glue it with a glue gun or carefully sew it on, grabbing the outer twigs. Especially if you chose soft, toy decorations. They hold more securely when sewn on.
How to change the color if you want to decorate a wreath already made from willow twigs better? Spray paint cans will do. It’s just better to use it outside, it doesn’t smell very nice and can stay on furniture or the floor. Before decorating, treat the wreath with paint, then leave it to dry for several hours.
What else are wreaths made from?
Made of fabric (the base is usually cardboard, but there are soft ones, made of felt, for example);
Willow or other twigs;
Wire (base, wrap with cloth or paper on top;
Braided, but uses rope or something similar. First, a regular braid is woven, then its edges are joined and the ponytails are hidden under the decor. To ensure that such a wreath retains its shape, it can be hung or additionally reinforced with a metal ring from the inside.
The finished wreath, made of artificial plants or wire, can be further decorated with your own materials.
A DIY Easter wreath is an integral part of your holiday decor. It is created from various kinds of materials and placed on a door or wall. In addition, there are types of wreaths that are used both as a gift and for serving a festive table.
History of tradition
The Easter wreath is an ancient symbol meaning eternal life and infinity. It is also associated with the image of the sun, which gives life-giving warmth to all people. Easter wreaths are used as decoration for family feasts. They are placed in the center of the table, and freshly baked Easter cake is placed inside and painted eggs. It is also common to see a wreath on the front door on Easter Eve. It symbolizes that the owners of the house will be glad to see new guests and will receive them with cordiality and kindness.
Previously, wreaths were used only to decorate rooms at Christmas, but now they have become an integral element of all possible holidays. It is believed that if you put positive messages into them at the energy level, they will become a real talisman against evil influence.
What can you make an Easter wreath from?
The basis for a DIY Easter wreath can be cardboard, branches, wire and even newspapers. Willow twigs are often used. They bend easily and do not break, so it is comfortable to work with them. A wreath made of willow twigs looks like a nest and symbolizes homeliness.
Also, to create a product with your own hands, foam rings are used - this is an almost ready-made base for a wreath. However, to save money, you can make a circle from cardboard trays intended for transporting and storing eggs. As a rule, during Easter they are always at hand.
Advice! To make the twigs or any other branches used more flexible and pliable, they need to be soaked for half an hour in hot water.
DIY Easter wreath ideas from scrap materials
When creating an Easter wreath with your own hands, you need to be creative and careful. Perseverance is also equally important, since making complex compositions usually takes a lot of time. Below are interesting ideas and variations of Easter wreaths of different categories of complexity.
How to make an Easter wreath with your own hands: master classes
Below are master classes on how to create Easter wreaths with your own hands from improvised materials, as well as purchased ones. At the end of the work, the finished products are decorated with feathers, plastic eggs, fresh flowers, decorative figures, ribbons and eggshells.
Simple Easter Yarn Wreath
Scroll necessary materials and tools:
- glue gun;
- lace;
- green yarn;
- plasticine;
- scissors;
- threads for knitting in three different colors;
- 2 brown dense threads of different shades;
- satin ribbon;
- foil;
- matches.
Step-by-step instructions:
- First you need to make the base. Knead the plasticine and place it in a container of hot water for 5 minutes. This will make the material more pliable. Next, a ring is sculpted, the diameter of which should be 22 cm.
- Plasticine can stain the yarn, so the prepared ring is wrapped in foil intended for baking food.
- Next, the base is wrapped with grass yarn. The threads must be placed tightly to each other. There should be no gaps.
- Lace ribbons are divided into individual flowers. You will need 12-20 of them, depending on the size of the lace. It is advisable to use several different tapes.
- Next, the flowers are attached to the yarn using a glue gun and left to dry.
- While the base for the Easter wreath is drying, you need to tie the basket and eggs. Using colored thread, tie 2 air loops. 6 single crochets are knitted into one of them and the ring is closed. The next row should consist of 12 similar columns. In other words, each loop needs to be knitted with 2 stitches.
- Next, knit 2-3 rows without adding loops. When most of the egg is formed, you need to gradually reduce the number of columns. At the end, the thread is secured and pulled to the base. You need 3 of these eggs.
- Sewing brown threads are connected and 2 loops are made. 6 stitches are knitted into one of them. Then, as you knit, the number of stitches increases. When the bottom of the basket reaches the required diameter, knit 1 double crochet and 1 more without it.
- Eggs are sewn onto the finished product.
- The knitted basket is glued to the base using a glue gun.
- A satin ribbon is threaded through the wreath and tied into a bow. The excess is cut off with scissors and the edges are singed.
Advice! If foil is not on hand, then cling film or a cut bag will do as a substitute.
Wreath made of twigs and eggs
Required materials and tools:
- dried or artificial flowers;
- hollow eggshells from quail eggs;
- hay;
- glue gun;
- birch or willow twigs;
- feathers;
- willow branches;
- decorative wire.
Instructions for creating a wreath:
Easter wreath with paperclay eggs
List of required materials and tools:
- paperclay;
- skewers;
- birch twigs;
- aerosol can;
- acrylic brown paint;
- acrylic paint of different colors;
- brown pastel;
- glass of water;
- decorative flowers;
- cotton openwork ribbons;
- paint brush;
- cardboard;
- a bag of tea or a teaspoon of coffee;
- glass beads;
- glue gun;
- newspaper.
Step-by-step instructions:
- First you need to make eggs from paperclay. It is a material for sculpting figures. Paper glue is moistened with water and formed into balls, which are then shaped into eggs. All preparations are placed on skewers or toothpicks. If cracks appear on the products, there is no need to smooth them out. They will serve to create the effect of a cracked egg. The finished pieces are left to dry overnight.
- When the paper glue has hardened, you need to start painting. You can paint eggs with gouache, acrylic or aerosol spray. It is advisable to use gentle and soft tones. To create an Easter wreath you will need 8-14 pieces of blanks.
- The sides of the eggs are tinted using brown pastel, and the skewers are taken out.
- Next, acrylic paints are diluted with water and sprayed onto the workpieces using a brush.
- At the fifth stage of work, you need to create a frame. Newspaper sheets are cut into strips 4-5 cm wide. Then they are crumpled and twisted into thin strands.
- A disk with a diameter of 24 cm is cut out of a sheet of cardboard. Using a glue gun, blanks from newspaper sheets are attached to it. It is advisable to intertwine the bundles with each other.
- The inner and outer edges of the cardboard disk also need to be framed with a rolled piece of newspaper.
- The base is coated on both sides with brown acrylic paint.
- Next, the birch twigs are threaded between the strands with the thick end first. It is advisable to take the thinnest and most easily bending branches.
- Then they start decorating the base. Strong tea or coffee is brewed and lacy ribbons are placed into the glass. As soon as they acquire an aged appearance, they need to be dried and also woven into an Easter wreath. All manipulations are repeated with artificial flowers. To ensure that the blanks keep their shape, they are coated with PVA glue.
- At the final stage, eggs, beads, moss and flowers are attached to the DIY Easter wreath using a glue gun.
Important! Paper glue can be replaced with ordinary colored plasticine or clay used for modeling
DIY Easter wreath from egg trays
List of required materials and tools:
- artificial or fresh flowers;
- decorative wire;
- egg carton;
- scissors;
- glue gun
Instructions for creating a wreath:
How to decorate an Easter grass wreath
The main symbol of the holiday is Easter eggs, so they must be present in the wreath. However, it is customary to use decorative analogues. Real eggs will add weight to the wreath. The simplest and cheapest substitute is eggshells. You can also decorate the product with figures or drawings of a rabbit, chicken and hen.
Flowers and willow branches with unopened buds will look beautiful on Easter wreaths made from grass. They symbolize spring, as well as the resumption of life. In addition, it is customary to use satin ribbons. They cover imperfections in the form of joints and empty spaces on the wreath. Also, the ribbon will give the product a more festive and solemn look.
It is customary to use bright colors of paint. The predominant color in Easter wreaths is green. It is a symbol of the rebirth of nature. They also use red shades, which are associated with life that has overcome death, and blue shades. In general, the composition should include many different cheerful colors.
Advice! To get an eggshell, you need to pierce the egg at the top and bottom, and then blow out the contents. The finished base is coated with paints or decorated using the decoupage technique.
Even after fully studying the master class, an inexperienced person will encounter a number of difficulties and questions when working. Expert advice to help simplify the task and avoid mistakes:
- When creating an Easter wreath with your own hands, it is better to use peeled willow branches. After some time after cleaning, they acquire a beautiful golden color. To peel the branches, you need to boil them for 2 hours, and then use a squeezer or knife to remove the peel.
- The foam elements and base must be painted. To do this, it is better to use paint, ink or a marker. However, you must first coat the foam with a primer. It will prevent paint from being absorbed and will also make its porous surface smoother.
- Before you pierce an egg to blow out the contents, you need to stick a piece of tape or adhesive tape on the top and bottom of it. This will prevent many small cracks from appearing around the puncture site.
Important! You need to clean the rods while they are wet. In order to avoid drying out, they are placed in water at room temperature.
Conclusion
By making an Easter wreath with your own hands, you can get a beautiful and extraordinary decoration for your home that will not only surprise guests, but also create a festive atmosphere. Making it will not take much time and will give you a lot of pleasant emotions. Creating a wreath is a fun activity during which you can show your imagination and signature style.
First, a little about the symbolism of the wreath. The Easter wreath, personifying eternal life, is one of the symbols of the Easter holiday. Himself round shape contains the concept of eternity and infinity, plus - refers to the image of the sun, which returns nature to life every spring. The flowers and leaves that decorate the wreath carry the same meaning. An egg is a symbol of the miracle of birth, a hare or rabbit - fertility and prosperity.
You can decorate the door with wreaths, both the entrance door and the door in the room; you can hang the wreath on the wall, on the window, or put it in the center of the table instead of a bouquet. Also, an Easter wreath, especially one made by yourself, can be a wonderful gift for the holiday. Here are a few for your attention simple ways making an Easter wreath and ideas for its design.
Wreath based on twigs: master class
This wreath is made from artificial, imitating natural, willow leaves and flowers. Select them so that there is a flexible wire inside, this will make it easier to form a bouquet.
For this wreath you will need:
- a round blank for a wreath made of branches (sold in florist and handicraft stores);
- artificial branches with leaves and flowers (you can buy them there);
- ribbons for decoration.
1. Wrap the workpiece with branches and leaves.
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2. Add branches with flowers.
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3. Tie the wreath with ribbons.
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Options for wreaths made of artificial flowers on a blank of branches:
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Wreath on a three-dimensional basis with a nest and flowers made of fabric: master class
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For such a wreath, it is better to prepare tree branches in advance by placing them in water so that the buds have time to open slightly. However, the wreath will look good even without this.
You will need:
- a voluminous round blank for a wreath (sold in florist and handicraft stores);
- several foam plastic blanks in the shape of eggs (you can buy them there);
- artificial flowers made of fabric (sold there; if you wish, you can make them yourself from fabric, buttons and wire);
- a nest made of dry grass;
- ribbon;
- paints - blue and bronze colors;
- glue;
- wire;
- nail pins.
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1. After pinning the beginning of the ribbon, wrap it around the base for the wreath. Also secure the end of the tape with pins.
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2. Place foam eggs on toothpicks, place on a base (such as an egg carton), paint and let dry. Dip a dry brush into bronze paint and make speckles on them.
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3. To fasten the branches into a bundle, you can use wire. Then pin the branches to the base in several places.
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4. Use glue to secure the colored eggs in the nest. Then attach the nest itself to the branches with wire.
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5. Decorate the branches with fabric flowers.
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6. Don't forget the ribbon loop on top - you'll hang the wreath on it.
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Options for wreaths on a volumetric basis:
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Wreath of live or artificial roses: master class
You can make such a wreath using both fresh and artificial flowers. A wreath of fresh roses will not please you for so long, but it looks much more impressive. Bonus - great scent.
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You will need:
- a wreath blank woven from branches (sold in flower and handicraft stores);
- several branches of live or artificial bush roses.
1. Trim the rosebuds, leaving a stem a few centimeters long.
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2. Insert the stems into the base at right angles to form a wreath.
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Options for rose wreaths:
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Tulip wreath: master class
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For a wreath of tulips, you can also use both fresh and artificial flowers. You will also need a wicker wreath base and ribbon.
1. The manufacturing algorithm is the same as in the case of a wreath of roses, only the tulips should have longer stems so that they hold more firmly in the wreath. Insert flowers into the base at an angle, forming a wreath.
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2. When finished, tie the ribbon around the wreath, making a loop.
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Options for tulip wreaths:
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Unusual garland:
Unusual Easter wreaths
An Easter wreath doesn't have to be traditional.You can make a wreath, for example, from a hoop: 
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Or from plastic eggs: 
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From small toys, for example, rabbits:
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...or fluffy chickens:
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You can add birds sewn from fabric:
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The wreath may not have the usual shape:
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...and not even be a wreath at all.
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Traditionally, such wreaths are made from branches, flowers, small decorative eggs and other themed decor. We offer you two master classes with which you can make these spring decorations yourself - for yourself or as a gift.
How to make an Easter wreath with your own hands
If you can find a ready-made base at a flower shop, most of the work is already done! If not, don’t worry—you can make your own base from branches. Using a universal frame, you can create a variety of wreaths. For example, this one, complete with decorative eggs.
You will need:
For the frame:
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Wire or twine
Birch/willow branches
Cardboard stencil
Carnations without caps
Wooden board
For decoration:
Wide tape
Narrow tape
Decorative colored eggs
Dry grass or straw
Manufacturing process
First we make the frame. Birch or willow branches are suitable - do not break them off the tree, pick up those that have already fallen. Flexible, young branches are best suited.
Prepare a stencil - a circle of cardboard of the required diameter. For example, 27 cm.
Drive small nails without heads, about 15 pieces, onto the board around the stencil. Remove the cardboard.
Let's start weaving the frame! Place the branches in a snake between the nails, alternating the weaving in front of the nail and behind the nail.
Once the circle is formed, tie the frame with floral wire or twine in several places. Remove the finished base from the nails.
Now let's start decorating. At the bottom, attach dry grass or straw using wire. Glue the eggs onto it. You can also add a decorative rabbit or small chicks.
Thread a wide ribbon through the top. Attach a bow to it using a second piece of narrower ribbon of the same color.
Your DIY Easter wreath is ready! As you can see, you can make it from scrap materials - ordinary branches, ribbons and grass. All you need is a few decorative additions.
DIY Easter wreath: master class
A DIY themed Easter wreath will be made from willow branches that you collected in honor of Palm Sunday before Easter.
You will need:
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Base for a wreath made of branches or straw (you can make it yourself - see above)
Willow twigs
Floral or regular wire
Manufacturing process
Cut the willow so that you get branches of approximately the same length, 8-10 cm.
Gather several branches into a bundle and fasten them at the base with wire. You will need several such bundles.
Distribute the bunches throughout the wreath and attach with wire. Ready! You can grow willow in your own garden at the dacha, and every spring you will have fresh branches!
