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If you thought that you couldn’t make your own outdoor wreaths then read on because they are easier to make than you might think. Outdoor wreaths need not be confined to the lighted outdoor wreaths you see on other people’s doors at Christmas. You can make one to add character to your front door all year round. Here we will give you ideas for wreaths utilising what is available in your garden season by season. Alternatively of course you can go and buy one but there’s nothing more satisfying than making your own.
No matter how inept you may think you are at anything arts and crafts the super thing about door wreaths is that it is a natural decoration following natural rules of design. Basically, there aren’t any rules! All are very easily made – simply go to your local florist and ask to buy foam backed wet foam. The backs being made of foam are easy to push wires through to keep your decorations in place. Beware though - nothing can rid you of Christmas cheer quicker than a wire through the finger so take care.
Spring outdoor wreaths can be made from a variety of materials found in the garden, simply take a fresh look at your shrubs and trees. They should just be coming into bud so gather whatever you can find and fix them to your foam ring using some wires. Summer outdoor wreaths can be made in much the same way. Ideal shrubs and trees to use are Viburnum, laurel, pine and fir. Add some coloured ribbon or - as I personally prefer for a rustic look - some plain raffia tied in a rough bow. There will be some bare spots so just pin some moss or some more leaves to it and no one will ever notice.
Fall outdoor wreaths are wonderful to make. You have a wealth of beautiful colours and materials to use from the garden but try and stay away from the Christmassy stuff such as holly, or you won’t see the difference when it comes to your Christmas wreath. Fall is a great time to go to town on some large outdoor wreaths with dried grasses and fruit such as apples oranges and numerous berries available for use. Simply slice your fruit into chunks and pin it to the wreath ring after you have put on your greenery.
Now for the best wreath of all – Christmas Outdoor Wreaths. This is the ideal excuse to hack at your garden shrubs and plants – let’s face it no garden looks its best in winter so what does it matter. If anyone asks simply tell them you’re deadheading! Holly, ivy, viburnum and pine cones are a few of my favourites but anything goes. Add a ribbon for the final touch and you’re done.
Wreaths are a beautiful addition to anyone’s door no matter what time of year. True, you can buy them but for a true gardener there’s nothing better than using what you’ve strived so hard to nurture all year. Just remember to water your foam daily and your outdoor wreaths should last for weeks – if not months.
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Author Bio Box: Patricia Wainwright
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