If there’s one must-make project for the festive season, it’s got to be a Christmas wreath!
Whether you’re a skilled crafter, or a beginner looking to be more sustainable, there’s loads of different types of wreaths you can make to suit you.
We’ve rounded up some of our favourite Christmas wreath ideas to inspire you. Pop on some festive music, grab a cup of hot choc and start making your own wreath.
P.S. If you're not a massive fan of Christmas but still fancy some fab door decor, take a look at our list of winter wreath ideas.
28 magical Christmas wreath ideas to make
1. Traditional Christmas wreath
When it comes to Christmas wreath ideas, we've got to start with an iconic winter foliage wreath.
We've teamed up with The Flower Appreciation Society to bring you a full step-by-step tutorial. We’ve also created a video guide to help get your foliage wreath looking perfect.
Learn how to make a Christmas wreath with Gathered.
2. Pom pom wreath
This colourful pom pom wreath is a true showstopper! This is a fabulous project to make if you’ve got lots of yarn leftover from other projects you’ve made throughout the year.
3. Bauble wreath
You know the deal – every year you dig out last year's Christmas baubles from the attic, and half of them are broken!
Why not use those baubles (or any left over after decorating your tree) to make this easy bauble wreath? We’ve even got a handy video tutorial to help you out.
4. Cranberry wreath
This fruit-laden wreath from abeautifulmess.com uses fresh berries, so it’s best to make it just before Christmas day.
If you’d like it to last longer, you can easily find fake cranberries in craft stores or online.
Make your own DIY cranberry wreath for the holidays
5. Vintage car wreath
We can’t get enough of retro Christmas decorations and this sweet wreath idea from lovelyindeed.com couldn’t be more charming!
Craft your own nostalgic DIY Christmas wreath with toy cars.
6. Felt wreath
If you want your winter wreath to have more of a traditional arts and crafts feel, then stitch this adorable felt wreath by Laura Howard.
This partridge in a pear tree wreath features sparkly sequins and metallic thread which make it feel extra Christmassy. That scalloped design finishes it off nicely!
7. Oversized Christmas wreath
Make a statement this festive season by whipping up an oversized Christmas wreath.
This inventive project from abeautifulmess.com uses pool noodles to create the large hoop, which is then covered in baubles and tinsel.
8. DIY geometric Christmas wreath
Looking for a more minimalist Christmas wreath? This chic DIY geometric wreath from sugarandcloth.com is made by adding some artificial greenery to a wire base, so it can be made quickly with very few craft supplies.
9. Paper winter wreath
Give your home a fresh contemporary feel this Christmas with this beautiful paper winter wreath designed by Sarah Louise Matthews.
10. Fluffy Christmas wreath
This fluffy Christmas wreath by lovelyindeed.com is easy to make and looks very professional!
You could make it in any colour, but we think it looks fabulously frosty in white.
11. Candle wreath
Add some vintage charm to your Christmas decorations by making this lovely candle wreath from awwsam.com.
Follow the handy video tutorial to craft your own!
12. 20 minute holiday wreath
Short of time? This pretty DIY holiday wreath from thecraftedlife.com can be whipped up in just 20 minutes.
This DIY Christmas wreath idea is perfect for anyone who loves simple festive decorations.
13. Crochet Christmas wreath
What happens when you combine Christmas with crochet? This gorgeous (and slightly kitsch) crochet Christmas wreath.
Complete with candy canes, mistletoe, pompoms and of course a festive bow, your whole neighbourhood will know who the resident crochet expert is!
14. Floral Christmas wreath
This floral Christmas wreath from abeautifulmess.com can be made using artificial flowers so that it stays fresh throughout the holidays.
Get an icy look with white florals or adapt the wreath to suit your festive colour scheme.
15. Knitted Christmas wreath
Seeing as we’ve had a crochet wreath, it’s only fair that we include a knitted Christmas wreath too!
This adorable design sees Santa, Rudolf and a snowman chilling on a wreath – it even has knitted baubles and bunting too.
Top tip – try attaching the characters with safety pins or tying them on with a knot that you can easily undo afterwards.You know that kids are going to want to play with those characters!
16. Santa’s laundry wreath
This Santa’s laundry wreath from thecraftpatchblog.com will delight both children and grown-ups.
Cheer up your neighbourhood by making your own this December.
17. Disco ball wreath
Get the party started with this fun disco ball wreath from abeautifulmess.com.
While this wreath will look great on your front door, we’d recommend hanging it somewhere it’ll pick up the colours from your Christmas lights.
18. Poinsettia wreath
There’s no Christmas plant that’s more iconic than the poinsettia (OK so maybe mistletoe or holly). In this fab poinsettia wreath tutorial we create these gorgeous festive flowers with coloured card.
Show off your papercraft skills and craft your own poinsettia wreath. Best part? No watering required!
19. DIY modern Christmas wreath
If you like your decorations to have a contemporary vibe, craft this elegant DIY modern Christmas wreath from thewonderforest.com.
It’s simple and uses less materials than a traditional wreath.
20. Knitted Advent calendar
If you’re a keen knitter and want to make a special gift this Christmas wreath is perfect. It doubles up as an advent calendar too!
The knitted bells are attached with snap fasteners so can be taken off the wreath each day. Plus the bells are the perfect size for storing chocolates! It’s a Christmas wreath win-win.
Treat a loved one with this Advent calendar wreath knitting pattern from Gathered.
21. Christmas balloon wreath
This playful Christmas balloon wreath from studiodiy.com is guaranteed to wow your guests, especially the younger ones.
We’d recommend hanging it up high so that it doesn’t get popped accidentally – it’s a good idea to keep it out of reach of children and pets too.
22. Patchwork wreath
When it comes to making wreaths, we all secretly want to show off a bit. It’s on your front door after all. Impress your friends and neighbours with this amazing patchwork wreath.
It combines fabric patchwork with origami techniques, to create a super-intricate geometric pattern.
Go bold and try the Christmas patchwork wreath tutorial.
If you fancy going the full mile, why not make the matching quilted Christmas bell ornaments?
23. DIY yarn wreath
Save up your scraps to make this stash-busting DIY yarn wreath from abeautifulmess.com.
It looks chic in white, but you could make it a multicoloured jumble of leftover yarn if you like.
24. Pasta wreath
Yes, you read that right. This is a pasta wreath. This imaginative idea from thehousethatlarsbuilt.com would look great in a family home.
You could make it with children too, just keep an eye on little ones to make sure they don’t try to eat the pasta!
25. DIY snowball wreath
Feel the chill by making this cute DIY snowball wreath from thecraftpatchblog.com. This adorable Christmas wreath idea is easy to make and will soon become a firm favourite.
26. DIY golden wreath
Bring a touch of glamour to your home this Christmas with this radiant DIY golden wreath from sugarandcloth.com.
Gold is a classic Christmas colour but we think this would look spectacular in silver too!
27. DIY candy cane
Who says Christmas wreaths have to be round? This DIY candy cane wreath idea from thecraftedlife.com can be made in just ten minutes and looks amazing.
You could continue the theme by hanging candy canes on your tree for your family to enjoy.
28. Macrame star
This stellar macrame Christmas decoration by Isabella Strambio will shine bright throughout the darker months. You could keep it up all winter long!
It’s a great alternative to more traditional Christmas wreath ideas and will look festive hanging on your door.
Learn how to make a Christmas macrame star.
29. Ribbon wreath
Add a touch of style to your doorways with this luxurious ribbon wreath project. This wreath is made using wire-edged ribbons, which keep their shape well. A sprinkle of cute miniature baubles completes the look!
Find out how to make a ribbon wreath with Gathered.
Make Christmas wreath ideas come to life and start feeling festive!
There’s nothing like a DIY Christmas wreath to add a little sparkle to the celebrations, whether you opt for a traditional foliage wreath or go for a more modern design.
There’s Christmas wreath ideas for crafters of all levels, including glittering disco ball wreaths, knitted hoops and crochet creations.
Learn how to make a Christmas wreath step-by-step on Gathered
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