Wreaths

Learn to craft 15 wreaths using live materials, dried botanicals, found objects, and other surprising materials. By making creative and beautiful contemporary wreaths, add a handmade focal point to wherever you are. This guide offers step-by-step instructions for 15 wreaths of all types, from live materials to dried botanicals to found objects and other surprising materials.Learn all elements of wreath making. Master the techniques and understand how to choose and source your materials—whether in your yard or in the craft supply realm—to create your own masterpiece with the project instructions. The Fresh category offers designs that are living, like Herb Garden or Spring Bulbs.Foliage wreaths feature wonderful grasses, flowers, and plants.Foraged wreaths are the most fun, based on found objects from your house, kitchen, or the back of your drawer. Faux wreaths highlight materials of all kinds. Includes tips on where to source materials, special techniques and expert "cheats" for great results, and traceable templates for some projects.