Sometimes a walk through your garden can inspire a home accessory. I am a fan of crowns, especially homemade ones. Instead of the traditional round crown, I decided to change it up a bit. This simple triangle wreath takes less than 15 minutes to make and will look great anywhere in your home.
Debbie Wolfe
Debbie Wolfe
Form a triangle with three branches cut 10" to 12".
Debbie Wolfe
Wrap a string of wax around each of the intersections. I started by wrapping the rope around two intersecting branches and tying a simple knot. I then wrapped the branches several times in a figure eight motion, then tied it with a double knot.
Debbie Wolfe
Cut various pieces of greenery and/or flowers. Make a bundle and secure the bundle to the bottom of the wreath with a lollipop wire.
Debbie Wolfe
Place the bundle on your triangle wreath. Get creative with this part. I wanted a minimal, modern, minimalist look, so I tied a bundle in one corner. Feel free to add greenery all the way to the side or around.
This crown is fully customizable. Hang your wreath all year round, indoors or out.
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