Learn how to make a DIY ribbon wreath in three simple steps!

This is a very easy craft for Christmas decorating or any time of year.

Youll be cutting pipe cleaners and attachingribbonwith them.

How to make a wreath with ribbon

Im going to walk you through the steps, plus theres a video tutorial.

At least I did.

I had no idea that when I would get older, a DIY ribbon wreath would be completely attainable.

how to make christmas wreaths with ribbon

That all I needed was the money to buy the supplies, and Id be on my way.

Because the truth is, making a wreath like this is just about as easy as it gets!

If youre someone that likes to decorate with a wreath all the time, this is perfect.

Wire wreath form, scissors, buffalo plaid ribbon, and pipe cleaners

Its budget friendly and you might make a new one for every season.

And you dont have to leave it as-is (thought its cute).

you might also add embellishments any which way you like!

Cutting a black pipe cleaner with a pair of scissors

Tips for Making a Ribbon Wreath

This wreath is completed in three easy steps.

Youre going to cut the pipe cleaners, then youll start the steps of attaching ribbon.

Youll do three rows one, two, and three.

Attaching the end of wire ribbon to the wreath form with a pipe cleaner

What wreath form should I use?

Youll want to use a wire wreath form for this project.

You need something that has attachment points, allowing you to twist pipe cleaners onto the frame.

Making a loop with the ribbon using your hand

For this project, I used a 12 wire wreath form, but there are several sizes out there.

What jot down of ribbon can I use?

And it wasnt as stiff as mesh.

Attaching the ribbon to the wreath with a pipe cleaner

So, it all flopped over.

You want to get ribbon that has wire in it so that it stays loopy.

you’ve got the option to also use mesh ribbon!

Pipe cleaner attachment points with blue circles

It should be 2.5 or wider.

Mesh that is 6+ works fine as well.

How much ribbon do I need?

First ring of ribbon attached with pipe cleaners

I used 2.5 rolls of ribbon for this wreath.

They are 30 foot rolls, which makes it about 75 feet for a 12 wreath form.

This can vary greatly depending on your loop size and wreath form size.

Second ring of ribbon attached with pipe cleaners

Are you ready to get started?

Heres what youre going to need!

If your ribbon is wider, you might need to cut them into halves.

Third ring of ribbon attached with pipe cleaners

Start with several and set aside into a pile.

Attach the Ribbon

Grab one of your ribbon spools and unfurl a length of ribbon.

Bunch the end of the ribbon together.

making a wreath with ribbon

Tie it down onto the wreath form, going from front to back, with a pipe cleaner piece.

Youll twist together in the back.

So take your hand and wrap the ribbon around it.

Youll want to twist your pipe cleaners on alternating wires.

Complete One Row

Work your way around the form until youve gotten one rotation complete.

For this first row, I used up one entire spool.

Make the Second Row

Either trim the ribbon or start a new spool.

Youre going to be using the second and third wires again.

This row really adds a fullness to the wreath, and pushes that first row out a little bit.

When you are finished, trim the ribbon with your scissors.

Fluff for fullness before hanging.

SOME RIBBON will be a little thinner or less substantial than others.

you’re free to keep going until the wreath form is full.

The end is your chance to fluff the ribbon a bit.

Dont forget this important step before hanging.

This wreath is very easy to hang with either a picture hook or Command strip.

And it doesnt weight much at all.

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