Now that the weather in Tennessee is warmer and brighter, I decided that I really needed a new wreath for my back entrance that displayed some bright colors for Spring. At the craft stores I have noticed lots of new spring colors painted on burlap ribbon in polka dot and chevron patterns. It has given me inspiration for my own version of a decorative painted burlap wreath.
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Decorative Painted Burlap Wreath
For this project you will need:
- 8″ Wire Wreath Form
- White or Natural Colored Burlap Cloth or Ribbon
- Acrylic Paints
- Paint Brushes
- Scissors
I have plenty of white burlap cloth left over from other wreath projects so my version of this project shows using it. If I had to do the project again I would probably purchase burlap ribbon in the size I wanted instead of spending the extra time to cut up burlap cloth. It is a messy job.
The white burlap I had on hand was already cut into strips, so I just measured and cut them into 8″ lengths.
Then I cut those strips into smaller 1″ widths.
Meanwhile…Pets can make projects much harder sometimes.
During the process of cutting the strips of burlap I got ATTACKED!
Our cat Dezi saw what I was doing and decided the burlap strips were a new play toy for him. He started snatching them out of my hands before I could even finish cutting them. He drew blood a couple of times so in the end I just let him have them.
He then bundled them up around him and decided to take a nap.
Back to the wreath project…
After his nap I was finally able to rescue my strips of fabric and add paint the the ends of each strip. Using what I had on hand, I chose four colors in yellow, blue, purple and green. I used wax paper underneath to protect the table surface.
I let the strips dry overnight.
To create the wreath I started looping the individual strips around each ring of the 8″ wire wreath form.
To make each loop and knot I first folded the strip in half and inserted it around one of the wire rings of the frame.
Then I inserted the painted ends through the folded loop at the other end of the strip and then pulled the knot tight to secure it to the wire.
After doing this step a couple hundred more times, I ended up with the finished wreath. A bright yellow ribbon on top completes the wreath.
This wreath has brighter colors then I usually make (I prefer earth tones and love orange) but I thought the new brighter colors were a nice change of pace for the new Spring season.
“The nations will fear the name of the Lord, all the kings of the earth will revere your glory.” Psalm 102:15
What a great idea, I love the color added to the burlap. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Have never thought to paint burlap. What a great way to use burlap. Nice wreath, Donna. #HomeMattersParty
I’ve got some leftover brown burlap. Painting it to be colorful would be a great idea. Your spring wreath turned out so cute! #HomeMattersParty
Cute! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and more Wednesday link party!
What a creative idea! LOL that was funny with your cat, mine would do the same. I love burlap wreaths and this is super cute! #HomeMattersParty
Super cute, Donna!! What a fun idea! #HomeMattersParty
I never thought to PAINT burlap! What a great idea! (And we have a kitty just like yours who is a fan of scraps, too!) Love partying with you at the #homemattersparty 🙂
Thanks so much Kristen.
So festive, I love the colors! Thank you for sharing the tutorial at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned.
Thanks Teresa.
OK I am so excited I saw this! I have a roll of burlap in my stash and never thought of painting it! Great idea! Thanks so much for sharing at Merry Monday. Hope you will link up with us again! https://ourcraftymom.com/12-easy-ways-to-decorate-with-succulents/
Hey Michelle! I’m so glad you like it. It is a very easy wreath to make. Good luck and thanks for stopping by.
Cute way to customize burlap, which can be kinda boring on its own! Visiting from Really Crafty Party.
Thanks for visiting Victoria!