A Valentine wreath DIY with faux red tulips, burlap ribbon and a wreath form. Make this pretty wreath for your front door for Valentine's day and Spring.
The idea for this tulip wreath came from my ginormous DIY tulip wreath that I made 2 years ago for Spring. The process to make it is so simple and, let's face it...who can resist red tulips for Valentine's Day?
Originally I was going to go all the way and make this a heart-shaped tulip wreath but it wasn't meant to be.
I couldn't find a wreath form in the store that was big enough so I just went with a leftover form that I had in the basement.
I also used leftover ribbon that I bought at the Dollar Store. I like that it has some texture to it and I love the price!
The key to this project is the ribbon wrapping technique that I use. It's best to use a wreath form that allows you to wrap the ribbon so that you can tuck the flower stems in (no glue needed!).
I'll get into the process more below, or you can check out the video I made (there's also a How-To card included at the end of the post if you want to print it and save it for another day).
Supplies for Valentine's Day wreath DIY
- faux tulip stems ( I used 11 bunches)
- 15.8" foam wreath form
- burlap ribbon
- wire cutters
- straight pins
- fishing line
Let's make a tulip wreath!
First thing you want to do is to wrap the foam wreath form with the burlap ribbon.
The ribbon needs to be snug but not too tight (you want to be able to slip your stems under the ribbon).
Secure the ends of the ribbon with a straight pin or two.
Next, snip off the stems with wire cutters, making sure to keep them on the longer side.
Now just slip each stem under the ribbon, working your way around the wreath form in sections.
Make sure the stems are secure under the ribbon.
I usually leave the flower and just a small part of the stem sticking out.
Work your way around the form.
When you have the whole form filled in, go back around and fill in any empty spaces where you can clearly see ribbon.
Do a little tulip fluffing.
Take a piece of fishing line, tie it around the wreath and hang it on your front door.
Just like that you have an easy to make Valentine wreath that will take you right into Spring. Cooper's a fan, but apparently he likes the mailman more.
Check out some of my other DIY wreaths:
DIY Sunflower Wreath
Easy DIY Spring Wreath with Lilacs
Valentine Wreath DIY
A Valentine wreath DIY with faux red tulips, burlap ribbon and a foam wreath form. An easy craft that you can make in under an hour.
Materials
- red tulips (I used 11 bunches)
- 15.8" styrofoam wreath form
- 2 spools pink burlap ribbon
- straight pins
- fishing line
Tools
- wire nippers
- scissors
Instructions
- Wrap ribbon around wreath form - not too loose but not too snug
- Secure ends of ribbon with straight pin
- Use wire cutters to trim each flower stem - keep stems on the longer side
- Insert each stem into the ribbon making sure it is snug - ideally you want to have ⅔ of the stem under the ribbon and ⅓ out (plus the flower)
- Work your way around wreath form inserting stems into ribbon
- Fill in any bare spots that show ribbon
- Fluff flowers
- Use a length of fishing line to hang wreath on door
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Carol says
Love the bright red on your door. My favorite is still the pink wreath from last spring but this works too. You make it look so easy but with my slow fingers it would be a major chore for me.
Always love seeing Cooper in your posts. XXXOO
Kristi says
Thanks! I love the pop of red on the turquoise front door. 🙂
Marlene Stephenson says
Very clever never would have thought to wrap ribbon so i could tuck flowers in it. It will be a pretty wreath for spring too, thanks Kristy.
Kristi says
Thanks so much, Marlene! I love using the ribbon trick. It makes this project so easy to do.
Calypso in the Country says
What a great tutorial! I love how it turned out..pinned!. Have a Happy Valentine's Day!
Shelley
Kristi says
Thanks so much Shelley, I appreciate it! Happy Valentine's Day!
Joan Gumaer Tyhurst says
Hi, looks great. I too would not have thought to tuck the flowers into a burlap cover. Wonderful idea as it allows for a perfect background contrast to the flowers and excuses any empty spaces. Happy Valentine's Day- early..
Kristi says
Thanks so much, Joan! Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Kahleen says
How clever Kristi....such a beautiful wreath!
Kristi says
Thanks so much, Kathleen! 🙂
Susan Dupuis says
So GORGEOUS!!!
Kristi says
Thanks Susan, I appreciate it!
Chloe says
Fantastic! I have never seen one of these in red. I just made one in shades of pink! Yours is perfect for Valentine's Day! I would love to see one done in a heart shape, I am wondering how to accomplish the top point.
Kristi says
Thanks so much, Chloe! I really wanted to do a heart shape but couldn't find the right wreath form to use. Will keep looking for the perfect one to make for next year. Thanks for stopping by.