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How to Make a Christmas Wreath
Christmas wreath making is easier than you might think. Follow our guide to craft your own.
Forget the food and the pressies, one of the best parts of Christmas is the wreaths. Okay, maybe we might be biased on this one, but a gorgeous wreath really is a wonderful way to deck the halls. And while you can easily leave it to the experts, if you’re on a budget or fancy getting creatibe it’s not that tricky to craft your own. In fact, it can be a great way to have a mindful afternoon in amongst the frenzy of the festivities. Just follow our simple how to guide and you’ll soon have a stunning wreath all of your own.
Step by step guide to making a Christmas wreath
What you’ll need to make a Christmas wreath
- A mix of evergreen foliage. We’ve nabbed blue spruce, conifer and eucalyptus (we love the berried version at this time of year).
- Flowers. We’ve chosen long lasting varieties including beautiful red skimmia and hypericum.
- Moss
- String
- A wire wreath (available from your local florist or most craft stores)
- Floristry tools – a reel of wire, floristry scissors (again a craft store should have these)
- Some accessories to decorate with. We’ve chosen dried orange slices and pinecones for a wreath that’s as kind to the planet as it is easy on the eye but you could choose ribbons, baubles, or cinnamon sticks
1. Make a moss base
Take a piece of moss and lay it over your wire frame. With your florist wire, bind the moss to your frame, leaving around an inch of wire at the end to tie off later. As you wrap the wire around, leave about a finger’s width apart each time, being careful not to tie it on too tightly. After your first piece is attached, carry on (without cutting the wire) until your wreath is completely covered.
All mossed up and ready to move on? Using the inch of wire you left earlier, twist it together with the other end of your wire to secure your moss base. Make sure not to cut the wire off at this stage, as you’ll need it to attach your festive foliage and flowers in the next steps.
Why moss? It’s biodegradable and provides moisture to help your Christmas wreath last longer.
2. Prep your festive foliage and flowers
Blue spruce and conifer will give your wreath that fabulous festive fragrance. For your blue spruce, cut the smaller side branches off and discard the main stem. To make it easier for you to push the pieces into your wreath later, pull off some of the pine needles at the bottom of each piece. Prep your conifer by cutting each branch into 2-3 pieces.
For Christmas colour, add your red skimmia and hypericum berries. Cut each stem of your hypericum berries and skimmia into smaller pieces. Remove the leaves from the hypericum berries as these will eventually go brown. For your eucalyptus, cut each piece into smaller pieces, and just like you did with your blue spruce, take off a few leaves at the bottom.
3. Ready your real Christmas wreath to hang
It’s almost time to start adding your foliage and flowers. But before you do, you’ll need to make a loop to hang your wreath. It’s easier to do this now, before your wreath gets too thick.
Cut a small piece of twine and fold it in half. Wrap it around the base of your wreath, loop it back through itself and pull tight. Tie the two cut ends together and voila, your Christmas door wreath has a handy loop ready to hang.
4. Now for some Christmas wreath making magic
Grab your pieces of spruce and conifer and start by tucking them into the moss, layering each piece over the last. Fan out your pieces in an anti-clockwise direction and arrange them loosely to create a soft, natural shape, placing each piece slightly outwards.
Once you’ve added a few pieces, use the wire to hold them in place by wrapping it over the top a couple of times. Next, add the eucalyptus, hypericum berries and skimmia in and around your foliage. Repeat these steps as you create a fabulously festive floral wreath.
5. Prep your pine cones and orange slices
This part is quick and easy and should only take a few minutes. First take two slices of orange and push a piece of wire (around 15cm) through the flesh, just underneath the rind (the white bit). Bend the wire in half so it makes two stems, then twist them together. Do this for the other slices too.
For each pine cone, bend a piece of wire (around 15cm) around the bottom of the cone until it meets back up with the other end of the wire. Straighten the wires and twist together. We’ve picked pine cones and orange slices, but if you want to add your own Christmas wreath ideas, like bows or baubles, go for it.
6. Add the finishing touches
Pop your pine cones and orange slices into your wreath. There’s no perfect place – your wreath, your rules.
When you’re happy, attach them by pushing the wire through the moss from the front until it pokes out the other side. Once the wire is through, push it into the moss base to keep it in place. Do this for your other pine cones and orange slices.
All that’s left do to? Hang your Christmas wreath on your door for all your neighbours to admire (and envy).
Find a Christmas wreath workshop near you
Get into the Christmas spirit early this year by booking one of the below Christmas workshops and supporting your local florist
Forget me nots florist
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop led by our expert florist with over 20 years experience. All equipment provided-including decorations plus a complimentary glass of 0% fizz on arrival. Wednesday 4th December @6pm-8pm Size of class: 30 spaces Book online now or call us on 01189668022! Limited places available!
A.J. Guttridge The Florist, Porthcawl South Wales
We host a variety of Christmas workshops but wreaths are by far the most popular. Evenings Monday-Thursday from 18th November -12 December Weekends Saturday and Sundays 23rd nov-15th December Create a beautiful wreath that suits your style. Classes can be kept small and private or space for up to 40 people. We liaise with a local pizza parlour so they can deliver you a hot fresh pizza or we provide our famous mulled wine and christmas treat. Book via email: sales@guttridgeflowers.com
Fleur By Lizz, Peterborough
Wreath Making Workshops and Autmun Pumpkin Workshops Various Dates available: Weds 27th and Thursday 28th (6pm-8pm) - £45 pp which includes light refreshments. Up to 20 people a class For a private workshop perfect for Team Building, Birthdays and Festive Parties, please contact Lizz for availability.
The Flowershop of Uttoxeter
Autumn wreath, Pumpkin arrangements and various Christmas Wreath and Luxury arrangement workshops are now available throughout October, November and December. Starting from just £40pp. All tools, foliage and refreshments provided and included in the price. £10pp non refundable deposit required. Please book by calling 01889 563322
Additional Florist Workshops:
Artisan Flowers
18 - 20 Paragon Arcade, Hull, HU1 3PQ
Florist Name: Katrina Moore
Create your own gorgeous large Christmas wreaths ready for the festive season, with our engaging and hands-on Christmas Wreath Making Workshops. The Artisan Flower Team will professionally guide you to create amazing wreaths. Our workshops include a fresh moss wreath, with an abundance of spruce, festive mix foliage, and festive decorations to create your own fabulous Christmas Wreaths. Want to add something to your wreath to tie in any themes you have at home? Simply bring these along.
A Christmas Workshop like no other. Enjoy the ambience of Paragon Arcade with music and lights and that Festive Spirit. Choose from either Artisan Mulled wine, Prosecco or non-alcohol Fizz. Soft drinks available + Scrumptious mince pies and sweet treats.
£55 per ticket, includes all of the above.
Maximum booking capacity: 25 places per workshop
Dates Available: Thursday 14th November 5.30pm till 7.30pm
Thursday 21st November 5.30pm till 7.30pm
Thursday 28th November 5.30pm till 7.30pm
Saturday 30th November Fully Booked
Sunday 1st December 3.30pm till 5.30pm
Tuesday 3rd December 5.30pm till 7:30pm
We sold out early last year. We have added a couple more Workshops for you lovely customers!!
Every Occasion Floral Design
Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 1TG
£40pp including refreshments
Wednesday 27th November 2024 (7pm - 9pm)
Workshop size max 20 / Groups, couples, individuals welcome
Linda's Florist
Ashford, Kent, TN24 8DH
To order tickets 01233 612392 or email jane@lindas-florist.co.uk
Maximum 25 people, Friday 6th December 10am to 12pm at St. Mary's Community centre, Rylands Rd, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN24 9LL.
This year's chosen charity is Ashford Family Food bank
Roseanne Florist
Burgess Hill
Wreath Decorating Class
Class size, no limit.
Dates & Times tbc
Number to call: 01467 621254
Ring a Roses
Florist Name: Sue Barry
Come join us in learning how to create inspired arrangements in our stunning workshop. Your experience will include all materials, flowers with complimentary tea/coffee and home-made cake! Workshops are limited to 10 people, so book early from the following dates in December or alternatively you can have your own workshop for your friends and family (6 minimum)!
Prices start from £20pp
Irene’s florist
33 king street, stenhousemuir, Fk54HD
Workshop type available - wreath making with all supplies provided.
Dates are - Friday 22nd November (6pm-8.30pm), Sunday 24th November and Sunday 1st December (3pm-5.30pm).
Class size would be 20 people per class with 3 florists on hand
Want to keep decking the halls?
If you’re looking for more ideas, we’ve got your covered.
And remember, if you’d rather leave the Christmas decorating to the experts, our florists are ready to make all sorts of gorgeous arrangements.