DIY: Spooky Halloween Wreath
I’ve had this gorgeous tulle Halloween wreath pinned for over 6 months. Last week, I realized Halloween is right around the corner and I could finally make it!
So, I broke out my craft case and got to work.
As you can see, I have a straw wreath form. Michael’s did not have 8-inch foam wreaths, so I got straw and left the plastic wrapper on so I wouldn’t have to deal with it falling apart of poking me. It worked out fine! I also (severely over purchased) my accessories from Michael’s.
I got the ribbon and roll of tulle from Hobby Lobby, and here is a money-saving tip: they have 100-yard rolls of “Christmas Tulle” for $9.99 (and they were 40% off). Even though they’re labeled as Christmas, they come in every color, including black. In comparison, in the fabric section the tulle was $4.99 for a 25-yard roll.
Before you start any craft projects it’s important to have a pug check everything out thoroughly, for safety.
Everything seems legit here, so you can banish the pug from the room and get started.
I eyeballed a length of tulle and tied it around the wreath form, and I happened to be happy with my first try. I would say it’s about 20 inches long. My wreath ended up on the larger side, so you could definitely go shorter to make it more compact.
Once the wreath is fully wrapped, I went to town with my accessories and glue gun.
Unfortunately, my awesome glittery black crow was too big for the wreath. I’m looking for another project to use it because I want to use it for something.
Linking up with: Lines Across My Face, Today’s Creative Blog, Sugar Bee Crafts, Uncommon Designs, Ginger Snap Crafts, Live.Laugh.Rowe, The 36th Avenue, Design, Dining and Diapers
October 8, 2012 @ 9:35 pm
That is a great Halloween wreath! Your quality checker is great too!
October 9, 2012 @ 5:14 pm
Thanks on both counts! 🙂
October 9, 2012 @ 1:41 pm
Your dog is so serious! Glad he approved of your wreath though. It’s gorgeous!
October 9, 2012 @ 5:14 pm
Thanks so much. 🙂
October 9, 2012 @ 3:24 pm
I seriously am laughing out loud at the pics of pug checkin out the items. SOOOO cute! I am a dog mommy too 🙂 That wreath is adorable I so want to make one! Great tutorial!
xo
October 9, 2012 @ 5:15 pm
I’d love to see it if you make your own version. There is so much you can do with the tulle wreath base. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
October 10, 2012 @ 9:07 am
Supercute wreath. Really creative. Do come share it at our linky party at http://www.finecraftguild.com/party-35/ !
October 11, 2012 @ 8:00 pm
BAHAHAHAHA….that dog of yours cracks me up…seriously …his expressions are just priceless…
The wreath is perfect for Halloween…love the black tulle…! thank you so much for sharing with us…and for bringing some laughter too…xo
October 11, 2012 @ 10:27 pm
Thank you so much. I do try to add my own brand of humor (frequently via Pug) to my posts. 🙂
October 11, 2012 @ 11:04 pm
What a ‘cute’ spooky wreath! And your pup is so adorable. My K9 kid thinks every craft I work on MIGHT be edible so she likes to stick her nose in things too! Great tip about the christmas vs. seasonal tulle! I never would have thought of that. Thanks for sharing!