How To Make Christmas Wreath From Scratch | Easy NATURAL Christmas Wreath

[@LizZorab]

If you enjoyed this video and decide to make a wreath, please share a photo of the finished wreath on social media and tag me so I can see your creation. Byther Farm or I can be found on Twitter, Reddit, Instagram and Facebook (group and page).

[@sharonlynn3358]

This video really got me thinking! I have vines hanging in the woods ... they look like grape vines that I believe would be perfect.. along with some pine cones and greens... I'm so glad I found you!

[@carolineprescottstevens8839]

Fabulous Liz, I danced Hula back in the day and that's exactly how we made our "Haku" flower and fauna headbands. thank you for the great video.

[@Queen-of-Swords]

Hullo Liz! Perhaps you could let us know what the other plants used were? There is something "grassy" there that looks perhaps like pampas, and a variegated shrub of some description. It can't be pampas because that is too big. I'm not a bad gardener but I couldn't say for sure what all those things are!

[@truthforall1303]

This is the best video I have ever seen on wreath making. 👍

[@alicequayle4625]

This is a great tutorial thanks. Looked at other videos and there was a lot of glue guns gluing bits of plastic together. So this is very refreshing thankyou 😊 🌳 🍃 🍂 ☘️ 🍁 🍀 🌿

[@tumbleweed-z5l]

Very no nonsense wreath making. Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@LizZorab]

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

[@kinokokeiko]

This was a great video thank you so much! I have made my first ever Christmas wreath 🎄❤

[@LizZorab]

Oh this is great feedback! So pleased that you've made your first wreath.

[@melissagannon5711]

I just made a few wreaths last weekend while camping in the high desert of central Oregon. I took wire,snips,and grapevine wreaths I made ahead of time . I gathered desert sage,juniper,dried thistle,twigs,grass.....They smell great. My husband found me a small bleached skull of some small animal that I wired into a wreath made entirely of twigs. It was perfect for Halloween.

[@LizZorab]

That sounds interesting!

[@emwarner6650]

I'd been looking at how to create my own wreath base and here is everything I need to know. Fabulous! Thank you xxx❤

[@LizZorab]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edenpinner]

This is the second year I’ve come back to this video! I was really proud of the wreath I made last year using this video and I love how easy to follow your instructions are! Thank you very much for your great video 😊

[@LizZorab]

Aw thank you! I'm so glad that you've found it helpful - repeatedly! 😃

[@BlueGardenCottage]

Lovely. I used stems from my whysteria and grape vines. I love the idea of using what's in my garden. You've made a lovely wreath there. Love it. They are all lovely wreaths.

[@georgyevans]

This is great - thank you, Liz. I don't want to use a plastic base with Oasis now so this looks like the perfect solution. Now just need to find that hazel or willow tree ....

[@LizZorab]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jesshartbeeps7186]

Me and my little one (6years ) loved watching this video and we made our first Xmas wreath together this year. Thank you was such a great video and such a lovely memory for us.

[@lizdaw7877]

Great video and allowed me to make my very first wreath using foliage collected from our garden, wood and hedgerow. Thanks so much. Liz

[@LizZorab]

Oh that's great news, so pleased the video helped you make a wreath. 😀

[@marymcconalogue6438]

Thanks for sharing. I made my first wreath last year! Foliage started to drop off! Elastic bands was what l needed! Thanks for the information!

[@LizZorab]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gailthornbury291]

I make wreaths every year like this. A friend and a tot of port enhance the experience!

[@luannschomel2642]

is there no end to your Talent , Liz ????

[@prunechat8401]

Your wreath is beautiful! I make similar from garden clippings and holly that grows alongside a local footpath where we are permitted to snip 😁. I decided to comment because I wonder how long these wreaths will look good without any source of moisture. Once I have made my circle I wrap it with a thick layer of moss (we have plenty in our small garden 😐), then soak the structure overnight before adding the decorative elements. The addition of moss keeps the wreath damp for a good couple of weeks, even one hanging in a heated room was in fine shape when I took it down on 12th night. The wreath on the front door was “as new” and I regretted following tradition, next year I might leave it up longer. For those without access to willow, there are trays filled with florist’s foam that can be used year after year to spread cost and reduce environmental impact (the trays are plastic so willow is better if available). Commercially made wreaths often come in these “dishes” so worth stripping them back to use again next year. Best wishes to all at Byther Farm, and to Liz’s community, for 2024!

[@cantstandlazyskanks]

Looks great....

[@LizZorab]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mairowen625]

Thanks for an easy tutorial, I’ve tried making a willow wreath but it’s not turned out as well as l expected, and now I know where I’ve been going wrong I’ve been starting my circle with the thicker piece of willow at the bottom instead of bending it in the centre as you’ve shown so much easier to manage. So thank you 🙏 The wreaths look beautiful l shall be looking forward to your next tutorial.😊

[@kerryl4031]

I just love that pampas grass. No heads left on my stipa! LOL! So pretty.

[@LizZorab]

It's such an old-fashioned plant, but I think it's making a come-back in popularlity. I love it's opulence. :-)

[@kerryl4031]

My grandmother had a huge one in her garden and always replenished a huge vase with the fluffy heads. I used to keep stroking them until I was told not to touch - mainly because of the vase! LOL! I think I'd definitely have one here as we have the room - just needs to be in a sheltered spot - if I can find one!

[@ericaslittlewelshgarden]

Yay! Plenty of time for people to have a practice go or two!

[@LizZorab]

I'm looking forward to seeing your wreath this year, I loved the one you made in 2018.

[@stevendowden2579]

lovely wreath

[@LizZorab]

Thanks Steven!

[@chocortez23]

Loved it!! Can't wait to try it out!

[@sc4848]

These wreaths look wonderful, i had been looking for an alternative to plastic ones. This is the best tutorial I've found for organic wreaths and very well explained, thank you. For how long do these lovely organic Christmas wreaths stay fresh? I really wanna try making my own

[@vickyrainbow]

Wonderful. Apart from the elastic bands which are not very eco friendly and they disintegrate x

[@LizZorab]

Thank you and I agree the bands aren't ideal, but I try to use what we already have here rather than buy in to stuff 😃

[@annagriffiths717]

Loved this Liz 🩵 may give this a go this year 🎄 I’m sure my neighbours have plenty of foliage for me to make use of. Thanks for sharing your tips.

[@LizZorab]

I hope it turns out fabulous for you!

[@annfernakerpan6654]

This has just come up on my feed and I'm so glad Liz, the wreaths are lovely. I'm tempted to give it a go. I like your easy, step by step manner. Well done to you and the ladies.

[@hummerklein4902]

Gorgeous Thank you for your goodness

[@dianasciamana5445]

I was eager to find a wreath tutorial that included making of the base structure with natural materials! Can't wait to try it now ^^

[@LizZorab]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@sharronskingle6884]

This was brilliant my daughter and I made 2 wreaths and they look fab

[@LizZorab]

Yay! I'm so pleased to read that you've made some nice wreaths.

[@TheEnglishladyskitchengarden]

Now I feel all festive and Christmassy

[@delphinium5555]

Lovely, thank you Liz

[@LizZorab]

You’re welcome 😊 I'm looking forward to gathering materials from our hedgerows here to make one this year.

[@delphinium5555]

@@LizZorab I need do this!! X

[@meguminorman9486]

I would definitely try this! Can’t wait to make my very first wreath.

[@Liberator1963]

Brilliant tutorial I shall have a go myself, thank you 🎄🎄🎄

[@ShushLorraine]

Wow, very nice! You had a wreath tutorial last year, too. It was also good, as I recall.

[@LizZorab]

Hi, yes did one last year that used a bought-in base, so this year I thought I'd show you how to make the base too.

[@vmcougarintn5035]

And if you are as uncoordinated as I am, buy your wreathe at garden center near you. LOL Sorry, Liz, I tried this more than once and realized this was not something I could do. Your example is excellent! Thanks for sharing.

[@jeanettecollis5653]

How lovely. I shall make one tomorrow. Thanks!

[@LizZorab]

Have fun!

[@luckychicav7981]

Gorgeous Wreaths Ladies!!! 😉

[@LizZorab]

I'll pass on your kind words when I see the girls next week. I think they did a fabulous job!

[@nicholaceho9679]

Thanks Liz..will make one this year I love it.

[@fionaatbromleycottagenz393]

How beautiful they turned out.

[@wildchook745]

What a lovely video, thanks Liz. I am making one when I gather some stuff for it :)

[@LizZorab]

If you are on any social media, please do share a photo when it's done, tag me so I find it - I'd love to see what you make!

[@nicolaj3294]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@LizZorab]

Thanks Nicola, I think they did a really good job!

[@GrowYourGroceries]

ooooh I'm going to have to give this a go! I've been thinking about doing a DIY wreath for YEARS and just never got round to it

[@LizZorab]

As long as you are methodical with it, they are very easy to make and it's a calming process :-)

[@saotree4711]

Super gorgeous wreaths 😍 Well done ladies! I am thoroughly inspired to have friends over for some wreath making... Thank you!!

[@LizZorab]

You are so welcome!

[@jeanshepherd2000]

Very attractive! The last few years I've made wreaths out of 100% natural materials - no wire or rubber bands - so I was hoping 2 pick up some tips. I wonder if the willow ring base would stay in place just by twisting it & not using wire?

[@alicequayle4625]

What about using cotton or jute twine? or that hatural sandy hairy string, that might be jute too actually. I think you can get it in green or natural sandy colour.

[@1958pobs]

Really clear and succinct thanks 🙏

[@LizZorab]

Thanks Lynne, my hope is to demystify these things, I think most of us are capable of creating all sorts of wonderful things if we know how to do them :-)

[@thetruthbetold3853]

Brilliant!!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jenamann3484]

Thanks for the inspiration ladies!! I want to try this for Dec 2020! Much love from Mexico💞👍

[@LizZorab]

You are so welcome!

[@yellowlabrador]

the polytunnel comes in handy, you can work away without worrying about the mess. the weather is horrible here.

[@LizZorab]

It has indeed, yes the weather is less than lovely here too. The loud background noise was the constant rain falling on the polytunnel :-)

[@lianrengpuiimarengi2183]

Interested. What kind of Crepe plants do you used ?

[@sharonlynn3358]

I just found your channel ... I love this!!

[@LizZorab]

Hello Sharon and welcome! I hope you'll enjoy getting to know our small corner of this beautiful planet :-)

[@kaydewinter3588]

thats a great idea ,thankyou

[@LizZorab]

Thanks for watching Kay, I hope you'll enjoy giving it a try :-)

[@BernardDauphinais]

Oh I love that! You've inspired me to make my own this year. Thank you!

[@LizZorab]

Hello Bernard, hooray, we've done our job then :-)

[@JustWilliams]

Thank you! Great ideas and tips.

[@alicequayle4625]

I guess red dogwood whips / sticks could look good for a more bare wreath.

[@KellysKitchenGarden]

Fabulous video Liz! I’m really going to try and make one this year. Thanks for the great tutorial 😊🌱

[@LizZorab]

Hi Kelly, please do post me a photo when you've made it - I'd love to see what you've made :-)

[@bbyjcky1]

Do you recommend spraying the greenery with something like clear crowning glory solution

[@LizZorab]

I don't spray with anything other than the occasional misting of water.

[@walnuttreehomestead3149]

Love it nice fall project

[@LizZorab]

Thanks, it was great to see how pleased my friends were with their creations :-)

[@Roo-s_Life]

Love this , thank you 😊 x

[@nikkivyse3194]

Will the folage loose its colour when i leave it out? Im really wanting make my own this year following your guide. :). You make beautiful wreaths. I hope mine comes out the same. It will make my little girl so happy to see it on the door :)

[@LizZorab]

Hi Nikki, they fade a little, but still look good for a month or so if you keep them outside and spray lightly with water if they are in a place where the rain doesn't get to the leaves.

[@nikkivyse3194]

@@LizZorab thank you so much for your reply.

[@mbusch2669]

🍃💚🍃

[@JanesGrowingGarden]

This was lovely Liz - very tempted to have a go. Technical question - how do you stop it drooping?

[@LizZorab]

Evergreens lose water much more slowly than deciduous plants and as they wreaths are outside in cool temperatures, there is little evaporation and then of course the air is moist and they get rain on them. They will look a bit tired by 6th January, but the ones I have made towards the end of November usually last pretty well until after Christmas.

[@MSKCCooke]

Love it! You just make it look so easy! Does anyone know if you can do this with forsythia, or are they too flimsy?

[@LizZorab]

Yes I think you could - as a base I'm assuming you mean, you'd just need to use more layers to make it sturdy.

[@MSKCCooke]

Yes, the base. Thanks!

[@suzygalbraith8277]

@@LizZorab beautiful wreaths! I have made my wreaths from Hazel or willow. The last one I made, I used ivy. Don't think that was a brilliant idea. After mossing it and putting the foliage and accessories on I was quite pleased with it. Until it came to hanging it up - it drooped! Got an egg shaped wreath, quite large and don't know how best to strengthen it. Do you have any bright ideas please?

[@mmjuju72]

i really love wreath. I from brazil and want to make wreath for sale...i think is a beautiful decoration

[@daarholt]

Hi; I really liked your video and plan to make a wreath this weekend. However, I'd like to compost it afterwards, but the wire would be a problem there. Can you recommend a compostable alternative which would hold things in place? Are there any twines, string or anything else which could do the job?

[@LizZorab]

I see no reason that string or twine would be a problem to use.

[@page2741]

Why is your willow brown and mine green ha?

[@janetreharne2720]

I used cematice stems for can Easter wreath that is still going strong three years later ath

[@meldragonborn8976]

The worst thing is If I wear gloves, everything slips out of my hands If I don't wear gloves, my hands get scratched by holly and fir

[@LizZorab]

Yes, it can be a bit fiddly or a bit scratchy!