The reason I’m sharing how to make a tulle wreath starts with love.
My boyfriend and I say the “I love you, I love you more” thing all the time, which is weird because romance and gooey sap like that makes me retch. Yet, somehow I still find myself uttering that fluffy “I love you more” crap. Disgusting.
So anyhow, I found this adorable sappy art the other day for 60% off at Kohl’s and my lovesick(ening) self had to have it.
While it’s perfectly cute on its own, I decided it would also look cute as the centerpiece of a wreath. I had seen the wreath idea on Michael’s website over the holidays, but I didn’t like what they did with the center, so when I found my art, I knew I’d solved that problem.
I love how it came out!
And now I’ll stop rambling and show you how to make a tulle wreath for Valentine’s Day or for any other occasion.
I’m using pink, white and red for my colors, but you can choose your colors based on any season, theme or holiday that works for you.
How To Make a Tulle Wreath
What You’ll Need:
12-inch styrofoam wreath (white is best, but if you can only find green, that’s ok)
3-4 (6-inch x 25-ft) rolls of tulle in the colors of your choice
Optional: Ornament or art to hang in center of wreath (mine is a 6 x 6-inch square and fits perfectly)
Scissors
Measuring tape or yardstick
Directions:
1. Cut (20-inch) strips of tulle in each color. If using 3 colors, you’ll need about 60 strips of each. If using 4 colors, you’ll need about 45 of each.
2. Take two pieces of tulle and make a lark’s head knot around the styrofoam circle, pulling tight with loose ends on outside of wreath.
3. Alternate colors and work your way around the wreath filling it in completely. You’ll need to squish the tulle strips together as you go to make sure it’s filled in tightly. The colors will overlap, and that’s good– it looks pretty that way!
Tip: Since it takes less than an hour to put together, you could remove the tulle strips and replace them seasonally with other color combinations and use the same wreath. I tried it, and it went super fast, so I’m going to keep doing it!
4. When the tulle is in place, hang a pretty ornament, photo or anything else you’d like in the middle, and hang on display. (My 6″x 6″ square art fits in the center perfectly and doesn’t need adhesive of any kind to stay put.)
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Liberty says
Hi! I found your post at The Scoop linkup party. I have a bunch of tulle, so I may try this wreath. I also have some pool noodles that I might try instead of the styrofoam wreath form. The pink one would work!
Liz says
I would love to know if the pool noodle works. Great upcycling idea!
Donella says
Love how pretty and simple this looks! I keep meaning try try a tulle wreath… maybe I’ll make one for St. Paddy’s Day!
Erlene Amat says
What girl doesn’t like a little tulle. Love the look! Thanks so much for sharing on Merry Monday. Pinned.
Crystal says
Just ran out to get a few different shades of green to make this for St. Patrick’s Day. If I’m lucky, it’ll turn out well!
Annie {Stowed Stuff} says
I love it. I want to run to Michael’s right now and attempt it with my daughter! So cute!
Mommy Pehpot says
That looks really easy! Thank you so much for sharing!
Lou Lou Girls says
What a great wreath! Love it! Pinned and tweeted. We love to party with you, so I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. That would be so awesome.
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Create With Joy says
Awesome tutorial and project Liz!
Congrats – you are one of our Featured Guests at this week’s Inspire Me Monday party – #162 – at Create With Joy!
Jerri says
“Your wreath is so adorable! Thanks for linking up with me. I’m featuring you this week!
Camesha says
That’s really pretty. The only drawback in my house is my little ballerina would find some way to squeak that around her waist! Lol
Kayla says
This is just soo cute! I love the way it spreads out 🙂 I think it would be so adorable as a mini ornament!
Sarah J says
Popping over from Treasure Box Tuesday =) Huge fan of tulle wreaths. My mom made one for a child in our family and hung her age in the center. Each year she sends her the next number to hang for her birthday. Be sure to share your crafts & DIYs at Two Uses Tuesday (Mon 11pm EST to Fri 11pm EST) over at Sarah Celebrates if you don’t already!
T'onna @ USS Crafty says
Cute! I’ve made a couple tulle wreaths for the 4th of July and my daughter’s 1st birthday, and they are fun to make. I like the artsy square in the middle.
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Tiffany says
So cute! Well done =)
debra p says
I love the colors and design, . You’re wonderfully crafty!
tammileetips says
Oh that wreath turned out amazing!!! I love how the colors pop out and would dress up a door or room.
Suzie@homemaker-mom says
That is so cute & I have seriously seen these materials out our Dollar Tree recently I could make this for $4! I gotta try it at that price! Thanks for sharing how! Visiting today from Inspire Me Monday!
Alexandra says
Great tutorial! I have been wanting to try out a tulle wreath. Less intimidating now. hehe. Pinned for later.
I would love if you linked this up to my 14 Days of Valentine Inspired Crafts Linky Party – http://eyeloveknots.blogspot.com/2015/02/14-days-of-valentine-inspired-craft.html.
Katie says
that’s so simple even I could do it! I think it’s adorable with your Love You More sign, too!
Suzy Myers says
Very cool idea! Love the fact that a change of color would work with any time of the year! Thank you for sharing!
suzy
Jenn says
I think the square art adds just the right touch.
Billie says
This is so festive! I bet even I could pull it off, and I’m creatively challenged.
Crystal says
I’m going to try to make a St. Patrick’s Day version with different shades of green. This looks so cute!
Colleen says
Very cute, the colors are perfect and I love your art. I’m like you not mushy mushy!
noelle d says
That looks so much easier than the thing I attempted to make last Christmas (that did not make it up again this year) I might actually have to give this a try 🙂
THANKS
Eliz Frank says
What a beautiful tulle wreath! I love the color combinations you used and the center piece really pops. I think it’s sweet that you added a phrase you share with you boyfriend.
Stephanie @ Pinafores and Pinwheels says
Adorbs! That would look so cute for a kids birthday party too!
Bradley Finnearty says
Bobbi made of these last year for St. Patricks day and Easter. They look really nice hanging on the doors.
Betty Manousos says
wow, this is adorable! thanks for sharing the wonderful tutorial.
big hugs!
Mistee Dawn says
Awwww, that is so cute. And it looks pretty easy to make. I think I might even be able to do this. Thanks for the how to.
Vanessa: The Queen of Swag says
Such a fun and simple Valentine’s Day decor to make. It’s fun and would look good in any room in the house.
HilLesha says
I miss those days when I was a hopeless romantic! I’m not much of one these days either, but I’ll have to admit that this wreath is pretty cute.
Ginger Mommy says
I love this craft! What a fun and creative craft to do with the kids. I really like the nice colours.
Donna says
My husband and I are kind of sappy too. 🙂 He is more romantic than me, though. I love your tulle wreath and just might give it a try myself.
Ty says
What a pretty wreath! This definitely looks like something I can make with my daughters. Thanks for sharing!
rue says
That’s really cute!
“I love you more crap”…. hahaha! That cracked me up, because we do it too.
Chrissy Mazzocchi says
What a cute wreath! I guess it’s time to head to Michales and get some supplies lol
Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says
Haha, my husband is the romantic cuddler one and I’m like you! This is such a cute idea! I love working with tulle.
Raijean says
This is adorable, I could use a few for my dining room or even give as gifts.
Alyssa C says
What a cute wreath and looks super easy to make! Thanks for sharing.
Erin Kennedy says
This is so adorable. This is also a wonderful tutorial. I love the step-by-step. It looks fairly easy, so I should be able to work it out.
Lexie Lane says
Wow! I would actually pay for something like this! Looks really beautiful and definitely Valentine’s! Very lovely!
Latoicha says
Awwww. I love this! I would love to make this for Valentine’s Day. It is one of my favorite holidays!
censie says
I havent tried a Tulle wreath yet. You make it look easy though. Turned out great!
Dhemz Apdian - Dias says
how gorgeous…thanks for sharing the tutorial!
Marigene says
Cute, cute wreath, Liz! We all get mushy once in awhile…
Maggie says
That is a gorgeous wreath! I love how you made it your own with that art piece!
Kristin says
That turned out SO pretty! I just love holiday decorating!
Toni says
That is a gorgeous wreath. I love that this is an easy craft, that it’s one I might even be able to do!
Yona Williams says
That’s a really cool art find, and I love how it ties into the ‘mushiness’ (lol) that you share with your sweetie. I can’t help it, every time I see a tulle wreath, it makes me want to wear it was a tutu.
Andrea Kruse says
Love how it turned out, too! Those are cute little rolls of tulle. I can only seem to find them on the larger bolts. Those are much handier for projects like this. … and the lovey dovey stuff isn’t so bad, if you are in love. 😉
Janine Huldie says
I absolutely love this and definitely perfect for Valentine’s Day and this time of the year 🙂
Chrystal @ Nevermore Lane says
That is oh so many super cute. I love how it turned out. I don’t really decorate for Valentine’s Day, but I can totally see me making this green and white and gold for St. Patricks Day. Thanks for the idea Liz!
Avry says
Super cute! I made a red one so I could use it at valentines and Christmas..
Ann Bacciaglia says
This turned out fantastic. I will have to make one to put on my door. I love how easy it is to make.
kendall says
What a fun idea! I love decorating and crafting for valentines day!
Amber Nelson says
That is a super cool wreath! I love festive wreaths like that!
Shell Feis says
That is so cute! Thank you for the tutorial, I just bought a wreath hanger for Christmas and now I want a wreath for every season!
Chrystal @ Nevermore Lane says
Isn’t it? Shes making me want to decorate for all holidays, now too.
Debi @ Life Currents says
Really really cute! I would love to hang this on my front door. And, I love the “Love you more” sign you have. Looks great!
Tough Cookie Mommy says
I love how easy this wreath is to make and the festive colors. It is perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Jennifer Sikora says
That is super cute. I want to make something like that for my front door but I am SO not crafty. That is why I cook instead!
Michele says
That is a really pretty wreath. I doubt I would have the patience needed to make it but if someone were to hand it to me I would be proud to hang it on my door!
Lisa Rios says
My goodness, this looks so beautiful. The colors are just awesome & mind blowing. I never thought this could be done so easily. A great wreath for Valentine’s day for sure.
Sara says
That’s beautiful! You must have had such patience to make that. Now I seriously want to make one. I tried to make a tutu before for Disney Halloween party – but this is so much better!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Thank you for showing me how. Now I’m going to make one for our door. My daughter and do the I love you more thing. 🙂
Star Traci says
I love this!
🙂
Traci
Crystal says
Such a great wreath for Valentine’s Day, or just to put in a little girl’s room. Love the print, too.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
I didn’t even think of that. It would make a beautiful decoration for a little girl’s room.
Krystal says
I am loving these bright colors. I love making my own wreaths but have never tried with tulle.
brian miller says
wow…now that is a vivid wreath….
i like the sappy art piece by itself as well…
smiles.
Lynndee says
Hubby and I say I love you to each other many times a day. One time, I answered I love you more and he laughed and said, is this a contest? LOL. Anyway, that is so cute and neat. Love how easy it is to make. I may check Joanns this weekend. 🙂
Penelope says
That looks like a fun craft to spend some time on. I don’t really have VDay decorations, so this would be nice.
Cat Davis says
Oh my gosh, I love that! I’ve always wanted to make something with tulle but I wasn’t really sure what to do with it (other than a tutu). I think I’m gonna let the girls make one of these.
Amanda says
that is very cute! And totally doable too! 🙂 I Love easy crafts!
Cathy @ Our Mini Family says
This wreath is beautiful! I love the shades of color you chose too–Thanks for sharing 🙂
rochkirstin says
I loved how the wreathe came out to be. Truly, this piece reflects your creativity! I somewhat figure that the wreathe is a ballerina in its past life. Kidding. 🙂
Daphne Turner says
I’m not much into crafts but this looks pretty and pretty simple. Can you give me an idea what the cost of making a wreath like this would be, in case I wanted to buy supplies to have a group make them? Thanks.
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
I knew several friends with little girls who’d love to make this for them!
{Erica}EverythingMomandBaby says
This would be so fun to do with the kids. I know my girls would love it.
Melanie @ Whimsical Creations says
Very very cute!!! 😀
candice says
this is SO cute! I am going to hobby lobby this weekend to get the materials!
Crystal says
I love it! Yesterday my co-blogger and I made paper roses. It was a mess, lol.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
That is so pretty! I love the way the colors seem to be so full. And it’s awesome that it sounds so easy to make!
Janeane Davis says
This wreath is so beautiful and easy to make. It is good for any occasion.
Angela Christoper says
This is cute idea!! I really love doing crafts. This one I’d love to try.
Lauren says
This is absolutely adorable!!! It looks so easy too! What a fun V-day craft!
Debbie L. says
Very cute wreath adn so easy! Perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Kay Adeola says
That is so cute I love it,I will have to see if my kids want to make a wreath like that.
Caitlin says
Well that sure is a fun and crafty way to use tulle – I can totally dig on something like this!
Travel Blogger says
Oh my gosh, seriously so cute and easy too. My daughter would love to help me make this.
Cara (@StylishGeek) says
Such an adorable DIY Valentine decorative piece! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Sandra @ A Dash of Sanity says
My daughter would LOVE this wreath! Its so fun and girly.
Carly says
That wreath is SO cute!
Aubrey says
That looks easy to do and festive. I’ll have to try it out before Valentine’s Day.
Alissa Apel says
This turned out to be really pretty! If it was just red and white it could be used for Valentines and Christmas.
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
OMG, this is so pretty! I love the colors and it’s so festive!
Stacey- Travel Blogger says
For some reason, I never thought about making a wreath for Valentine’s Day! This is so pretty!
Meagan says
I had no idea making tulle wreaths could be so easy! What a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!
The Pinterested Parent says
This is really cute. I have a crafter friend that I will have to share this with. She love home crafts. Thanks for the great share.
Maria says
How cute! I can make something like this with my teen this weekend!
Erin Paine says
This is so great. It looks very easy to make minus a hand cramp or two. I just love the design, thanks for sharing!
Theresa says
It turned out so pretty! It looks so simple to make, I may just have to try making one myself soon!
Brittany says
Okay, I am nowhere near THIS creative but surely even I can pull this together. It’s lovely!
becca says
That is too cute and looks super easy to make. will have to give it a try.
Ann BAcciaglia says
That is a really cute project. I love all the different colours of tulle.
Michelle F. says
That is so cute! I could have never thought to make a wreath out of tulle.
Jeanine says
Wow! I absolutely love this. That is so very pretty! I may just have to do this one! I think it would look gorgeous silver and black, or silver and gold or silver, gold and black for an everyday wreath too! Ohhh this could be great!
Heather says
This is so pretty – there are so many choices for color combos too!
Elizabeth O. says
I’ll try making this. It has super easy instructions that even non-creative folks can follow!
Nina Say says
That is absolutely adorable! I have some tulle, and my kids would love to make this with my daughter.
Tammy Litke (@threedifferent) says
That is super cute – and I love the plaque you picked up at Kohl’s. I think yours looks much nicer than many of the ones I have seen in store.
DignaD says
Oh my, these look so beautiful. You did a great job. I’m not sure I could do such a nice job as you did. I’m sure going to try though. Thank you for sharing.
Maureen @ A Debt Free Stress Free Life says
Cute little multi colored wreath with that valentine feel.
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
I love this- it looks like a great project to do with my toddler!
Lois Alter Mark says
Wow, that is so pretty! I love how you did that!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
I’ve so been wanting to try a tulle wreath! I LOVE how yours turned out!!!
Donna Ward says
Oh my goodness – you make it look so easy and beautiful – I am feeling inspired! Thank you – I want to do this now 🙂
Lisa @ A Bride On A Budget says
This is a really cute idea. I love how simple it is. And what a great suggestion about changing the tulle for each holiday. That’s brilliant!
Kait says
This is so cute! And I seriously didn’t realize how easy they are to make. Love it!
Ronnie says
It’s a great fit! The art piece was nice but the wreath made it such a strong focal point. Nice eye 😉 I wouldn’t have thought of it.
Nancy says
Omg how adorable, that tulle wreath! Unfortunately (though I’m not sure I’d like it even if we were like that) we’re not a mushy couple haha.
Crystal says
My daughter and I love to craft together, and this would be a great project for us. You could totally adapt it for any occasion. Love this!
Michelle F. says
I have made my daughter tutu’s using this method. The wreath came out really cute!
Chelsea @ Someday I'll Learn says
This is adorable! It’s like a tutu on a wreath. Thank you so much for sharing!
Pam says
I’m loving the trend to use tulle for tutus, wreaths, and just about everything lately. It’s feminine, but not too much!
maria @ close to home says
I love the colors you chose. What an easy process I will have to pick up some supplies next time I am at the craft store.
Michele says
That is very pretty but I think I will pass on this one. It would take klutzy me forever to get it together!!
ourfamilyworld says
This Tulle wreath is adorable. I always thoughts that wreaths were complicated to make. Thank you for sharing
Kelly Hutchinson says
I had no idea a tulle wreath was so easy to make! I cannot wait to give this a try over the weekend.
Patty H says
That is adorable. I am going to try this with my niece.
Travel Blogger says
how pretty! you did a great job
Pam says
That tulle wreath is adorable! I used to make wreaths for every occasion. I really want to get back in the habit!
Karen W says
I love this! Such a great idea to create the wreath around the wall hanging. I love the it and you did an awesome job. I didn’t realize how easy one of those wreaths would be. That’s something my girls could have fun helping me make. Thanks!
Jeannette says
This is so cute and looks so easy! I have been struggling to find the perfect wreath for my front door but now I know I can just make it with this tutorial!
Kimberly Morgan says
I lurve this wreath! It looks like a little ballerina tutu on your door! And it looks so simple to make!
Lorane says
This is such a cool D-I-Y … I’m definitely gonna try it! Any alternatives for the styrofoam wreath? I doubt I’ll find that in Jamaica
Liz says
I once saw someone use a pool noodle and a wooden dowel to hold both sides together. Maybe that would work!
Megan Elford says
Beautiful! I love that you have pink as well, and not just red and white. Looks great!
Danette Lykins says
Very cute idea- and seems so simple, who knew? Thanks for sharing!
aimee fauci says
I CAN DO THIS!!!! I am so excited. I make tutus for girls and this is just like making a tutu! Genius.
Chrisie says
Those are some perfect colors for the season! I love the art in the middle too!
sojourner says
cute idea! a valentine’s day wreath is a great project for the kids 🙂
angela@spinachtiger says
That is gorgeous. Wish I had the patience to make it.
Katherine says
Very simple! I love easy and productive crafts like this
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
ADORABLE! I love that art piece! I’ve made a Valentine’s wreath with tulle and fleece. I love how yours turned out!
Heather D. (@GirlGoneMom) says
I love this project! I am working on a kid’s wreath right now 🙂
lisa says
That’s a really great wreath! Very cute and easy!
Rosey says
Bahahaha, romance does make the least romantic of us a bit sappy at times, I hear ya!! 🙂 Your wreath did come out nice. I like how easy it was to make!!
Dee says
That is a super cute idea! Love that you told us it took about an hour.
CHRISTY KARCH says
very cute idea and the tulle is so functional to work with. <3 it!!
Krysten says
Oh I just love this. It looks easy to make and it’s really pretty too. Nicely done!
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
My niece would love that! She is the super pink girly girl who dots her ‘I’s’ with hearts! Happy Wordless Wednesday, and Happy Valentine’s Day! 🙂
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I am the girly-girl who loves all things pink, too! I could totally picture one of these on my front door!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That is way easier than I thought it would be…..this is coming from someone without a crafty bone in her body LOL.