The Start of Any Great Wreath
To begin you need a base wreath, whether that’s one you make yourself from gathered winter greenery, or one you purchase ready-made like a blank canvas. We’re fond of wreaths that incorporate more than one kind of greenery, such as mixing Juniper and Fir together with touches of Cedar.
Make sure you measure your door first, if you’re looking for a large wreath. You still have to get in and out of the house, after all! Larger oversized wreaths are perfect for the railing of a patio, garage door, or entrance fence area. Don’t forget to pick up a door wreath hanger while you’re out.
Gathering the Trimmings for Your Wreaths
The next step is to gather your trimmings! This can mean foraging through the yard for berries, branches and pinecones. Or it may take you to a garden centre where you can pick up a few branches of foliage and berries that you don’t have in your garden. Take a look at our ideas below: