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Spring Wreath

This season's ethnicHome.com Magazine features a "Spring Wreath" that will be fun to make and will get you a lot of compliments. Try making this and you might feel rejuvenated!

The wreath you see is a beginner project. It is a celebration of new beginnings with green Ivy garlands, eucalyptus, and brightly colored silk and dried flowers. I accented this one with an African maraca.

To make the "Spring Wreath" you will need:

birchwood wreath form

one artificial green ivy garland

two stems of natural dried or artificial green eucalyptus

a mixture of bright, vivid silk flowers (use whatever kind you like)

light-weight florist's wire

garden shears or heavy duty, all-purpose scissors

a small, African artifact (something small enough and light enough to fit in the wreath)

A mini glue gun and glue sticks (for back up purposes)

a wreath hanger (You can buy one at any floral or craft store for under $2.00.) While I am designing my wreath I like to place it on a wreath hanger to watch the wreath come to life and check for holes or gaps.

Now, let's begin:

To fashion this wreath, begin with your birchwood wreath form. Select a 24-, 30-, or 36-inch diameter depending upon the size of the door or wall space where you will be displaying your completed masterpiece.

Wrap the green ivy garland into the wreath in a circular direction, attaching with wire.

Tuck your floral stems in one at a time. Remember to snip the stems so they slide easily into the branches of the birchwood. It shouldn't be necessary to wire the stems in place.

Now, tuck the eucalyptus stems among the branches.

Affix your African artifact in a prominent position. A little hint: try two or three different places, then step back and look at the wreath. When it looks just right, secure the artifact with wire, if necessary.