The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative and show off your festive spirit. If you’re looking for a unique and beautiful way to display your holiday cards, look no further than the holiday card wreath. This DIY project is not only fun and easy to make, but it also adds a touch of charm to your home decor. In this blog post, we’ll show you step-by-step how to create your own holiday card wreath and provide some inspiration for different styles and designs. Get ready to showcase your holiday cheer with this eye-catching and personalized decoration.
Every December, I curse the fact that we don’t have a mantle. I’d love to display so many things on it, from photos and items from nature to Christmas cards. I’ve spent the last few years trying to figure out some place to display holiday cards, and was just plain worn out of them scattered all over the fridge.
Holiday Card Wreath
While flipping through the latest issue of Martha Stewart Living magazine, I saw a cute card holder wreath made of clothespins and an embroidery hoop–2 things which I always have on hand. I decided to fancy-up their version and make a cute and functional wreath for the many cards that fill our mailbox this holiday.
This wreath costs under 10 bucks, depending on what you have on hand. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Holiday paper (scrapbooking or gift wrap)
- 12-16 clothespins
- 14″ embroidery hoop (or larger)
- scissors
- glue stick
- hot glue gun
- wide ribbon for hanging.
STEP ONE
Cut the paper to fit on top of the clothes pins, then put glue it to the clothes pin.
I used a 4 different colors, including blue. I tend to like bright colors rather than just the traditional green and red.
The fastest gluer in the world hard at work
STEP TWO
Once you’ve glued the paper onto the pins, arrange them how you’d like in a circle around your hoop.
You want to alternate them so that half of them have the pinching part (for lack of a better term) toward the center, and half are on the outside. This will give you more space for your cards, so they’re not all crowded together.
You may want to add your ribbon at this point, before gluing. I snuck mine between the hoops and then tightened it back up.
I also used it to hide the metal tightener of the hoop.
STEP THREE
Hot glue the clothespins to the hoop.
You just need a little bit, otherwise you’ll have glue dripping all over.
That’s it! Now just hang it and wait for all those cards to fill up your mailbox.
Cute, huh? And it took less than an hour to make.
I added a few little felt ornaments I picked up at the craft store for $1. You could certainly dress this up more, like adding a candy can ribbon effect by twisting a red ribbon around the hoop before hot gluing. However, I like the simplicity of this wreath without too much stuff on it.
I’m awfully tempted to make 2 more and hang them in a vertical row. We’ll see how many cards we get this year–we just might need the extra room!
The holiday season is a time for spreading joy and cheer, and what better way to do that than with a festive holiday card wreath? This DIY project is not only fun to make but also serves as a beautiful decoration that can showcase all the heartfelt messages and well wishes from your loved ones. By repurposing old holiday cards, you can create a unique and personalized wreath that adds a touch of warmth to your home. So gather your supplies, get creative, and let us know in the comments how your holiday card wreath turned out. Happy crafting!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the importance of holiday card wreath?
Personal touch: Sending a holiday card shows that you took the time and effort to think about the recipient and send them warm wishes. It adds a personal touch that cannot be replicated through digital means.
Emotional connection: Receiving a physical card in the mail brings back memories of simpler times when people used to send letters and cards to express their love and appreciation. It creates an emotional connection and makes the recipient feel valued.
Tradition and nostalgia: Holiday cards have been a tradition for many years, and receiving them evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth. They bring back memories of past celebrations and create a sense of continuity.
Spread joy: The holiday season is all about spreading love, joy, and goodwill. Sending holiday cards is a way to brighten someone’s day, make them smile, and remind them that they are loved and appreciated.
Keepsake: Holiday card werath often have beautiful designs, heartfelt messages, or family photos that can be cherished as keepsakes. They can be displayed on mantels or saved in memory boxes, serving as a reminder of happy times shared with loved ones.
