Nonna wreath {tutorial}
You first saw it here:
and then here:
And now it’s finally here!
Here is what you’ll need:
:: fabric {I used a wool blanket found at a thrift store}
:: scissors
:: hot glue gun & lots of glue
:: wreath form {10 inch}
STEP ONE: cut fabric into long strips {approximately 2-3 inches x the length of your fabric}
STEP TWO: wrap one strip around wreath form to cover, adhering with hot glue
STEP THREE: Begin by bunching and scrunching each strip and adhering with dabs of hot glue.
Continue around the wreath until it is covered. This takes a lot of glue and some playing around to get the fabric bunched how you like. Keep going in rows from the outside to the inside.
STEP FOUR: create a hanger
cut a strip of fabric, loop over and attach to back with glue.
So pretty and quite simple too.
I’ve linked up with
and Tip Junkie
………….
So I have a very great collection of holiday projects that I was hoping to present to you today,
but yesterday this darling girl
delivered this darling boy
and I was so honored to be in the delivery room to be part of the miracle.
Have you ever seen a live birth? While of course I was present and my own babies’ births, there is something so incredible about watching instead of doing {the lack of pain, for one!}. It was truly amazing and I love sweet baby Eli.
I’m still recovering {ha} and regrouping, so I’ll hopefully have some holiday inspiration to share with you tomorrow
Lisa B
I HAVE BEEN WAITING!!!! You just made my day! I did the burlap wreath a few weeks ago and incorporated one of your flowers from your flower pin tutorial and LOVE it….I have gotten numerous compliments and keep referring everyone to your blog. Now, onto Nonna’s wreath – seriously! Love it! Now to decided what color…..
Thanks for sharing!!!!
christie
Love it! Thanks so much for posting the tutorial! How much of the blanket did you end up using to make the wreath? (Just trying to estimate how many yards of fabric I’ll need
emily
Total estimate, but I’d say 1/4 yard should work for a 10 inch wreath.
christie
Thanks! Now I’m off to make one. Just gotta pick a fabric lol
PS~ Your friend is adorable, as is little Eli. I love the name she picked
Mindy
I was wondering about how much fabric also. I can’t wait to make it. Also that is awesome to be apart of a birth (that is not your own childs). I had a similiar experience, but was unable to stay for the whole thing due to complications.
Thank goodness everyone turned out fine and that precious little baby will turn 5 in Feb!
sharron
Awww what a sweet baby and yes being on the other side is such a Blessings!!
Welcome Eli!!
Love the wreath and am planning to make a few for holiday decor!
Thanks for the tutorial!
Jesse {Good Girl Gone Glad}
I love this and am going to have to try it. Thanks for sharing
how you made it. xx
claudia
yay!!!! so excited about the tutorial.
Caitlin
Oh how exciting to be there for little Eli’s birth – gorgeous!
do you think the wreath would still work in a lighter fabric? It’s just that it is summer here and I’m trying to think of another option (though the wool is stunnning). Thanks!!
emily
I think a light weight fabric would work beautifully. I should try one in linen. You may need more strips to cover, but please let me know how it works out!
Katie Johnson
OH Thank you Thank you Thank you.
Trish @TheOldPostRoad
GREAT! I have been curious about that wreath – it is beautiful!
-Trish
Robyn B
Oh, I’m soooo going to the thrift store today for some fabric/blanket/old clothes and making this wreath – Love it! Almost as much as that picture of the brand new boy…..
kelly
this is really beautiful! can’t wait to try and find some red wool to make it!
Danielle
Like everything you post, I JUST LOVE THIS WREATH! I too was able to witness my dear friend give birth while our husband’s were in Iraq, it was so amazing, although I might still be more traumatized by her birth then my own…hehe.
Natalie
I’ve loved this wreath since you first put it on here. I can not wait to make one for the holidays. Thank you so much!
What a wonderful experience to see a baby born, I have only experienced my own and hope to someday to witness one without the pain! Congratulations!
Susie M
I love this wreath. It will make a perfect accent to hang over my fireplace this Christmas. Thanks for sharing the tutorial because I have been wanting to try to make one and now have a guide to follow. Time to start digging through my fabric.
Kimber-Leigh
thanks for the tutorial. it looks great!
Gina
Oh I love this wreath! I am definitely going to give it a try! Thanks!
The Farmer's Trophy Wife
I’ve seen over 1000 births and every single one is different and special!! (I’m an L&D nurse…) You are so lucky to have shared her day and congratulations!
Mary
I can’t wait to try this! Beautiful! Thank you for posting the tutorial!
What a sweet little guy! I have been present at 3 births (2 before I had children) and it is such a special experience. I think the two I witnessed before I had my children REALLY helped me when I had mine. I wasn’t as scared as I thought I would be…I understood the process.
Merripie
It’s funny how much more you appreciate the whole process when your not the one in agony. It is definitely a bonding moment for you and your friend. I hope it was a peaceful happy process for everyone, and congrats to the new parents!
Jennifer
Can’t wait to start on that wreath! I’ve been making fabric flowers and having a ball doing it.
Baby Eli is as adorable as his momma! Congrats all around!
House Mouse
This wreath is going to be made in the next couple of days despite my hectic schedule…
jaclyn reifsnyder
yay!! i have been waiting for this one:) can’t wait to make it! baby eli is a doll
KC
you are sweet. thank you em.
Nuha
I love this one! and congrats on the new addition!
Carolyn Wilson
My sister let me be in the delivery room when she had her first in July. It was AMAZING! I could watch babies be born all the time!!!
Love all your projects!!!
Lily
I cannot wait to make this wreath! I’m in love! I found you through the Nester and absolutely love your blog. Little Eli is precious. I wonder if his mommy has a Padalily for him? I’d love to send you one to give her. You’ve given me so much inspiration and fun craft projects…it’s the least I could do!
Lily Winnail
lisa
oh, how wonderful to be part of your darling friend’s verrrry special moment! Can I just share with you HOW EXCITED I am to see all your Christmas crafts and decor??? I think I just did.
kasey
great tutorial..i wish i was creative like you;-)
Candylei
HI: I linked over from crescendoh.com. YAY! The wreath is so cute. I’m thinking of all of the different fabrics one could use. I’m definitely going to make this soon!
Your grandbaby is so sweet! I know everyone is thrilled with the newest family member!
Congratulations,
Candylei
wendy
Congrats on the new little one in your life! He is adorable! Is that a pic of your daughter? She is seriously one of the cutest pregnant mama’s ever! Oh, and the wreath… Love it, it turned out great!!!
HopiQ
Just wanted to say thank you for all the inspiration! I needed a fall wreath and ended up using some burlap I had on hand. http://heartnhome.blogspot.com/2010/11/my-take-burlap-wreath.html
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I have enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you so much! Here’s my take of your tutorial:
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Carie Marie
I love the wreath!!!! You could make them in different colors to fit each season! THANKS!
Jill
This is so darling!
Katie
I just finished a version of this wreath for spring… I used a linen fabric. However, it takes a full yard.
Jan
I have been loving your blog for awhile and have tried many of your projects, thank you for sharing your creativity. Can’t wait to try the Nona wreath.
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Love this wreath! Instead of a wool blanket I used burlap and think it turned out great! I posted it on my blog with props to you. Working on the fabric flower today!
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Hi Emily I love everything you do I want to make the nonna wreath but cannot find the mustard color wool you used ? Where did you find it ? appreciate all you do thanks, Karen Sunday
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Hello Emily! Thank you for the tutorial – I’m going to attempt to make some for Christmas gifts this year. I was wondering if you could do two different color fabrics? Thank you again!