easy diy orange wreath

With the generally gross weather we’ve had, I’ve needed a happy spot in my life. When I was asked to join some friends and share some wreath ideas, I knew exactly what I was going to make. I was thrilled to dive in, and put together this little guy, and today… I’ll show you how to make your own easy diy orange wreath.

That way you can have a little happy spot, too. 

I really loved the way the leaves and oranges came together to create a fun, bright feel in the space! 

Want to make one, too? 

Here’s what you’ll need: 

• burlap or ribbon for hanging
• wreath form
• magnolia leaves
• eucalyptus leaves {oblong}
• eucalyptus leaves {stems}
• artificial oranges
• scissors + hot glue and glue gun

Lay everything out on your work surface so that you can plan.

Note: the grapevine wreath makes a bit of a mess, but nothing you can’t handle. Just thought you’d like a heads up. 

Wrap the burlap ribbon around the top, to create a place so that it can hang. This will be your wreath hanger. 

You’ll place greenery and oranges over it later so that it’s mostly hidden, so do this step first. 

Pro tip: just run it over the top of your door or any cabinet, and secure it at the top with a dab of hot glue. It removes easily, doesn’t scratch the door like a traditional wire hanger {NO WIRE HANGERS – name that movie!} and everyone’s happier because you didn’t have to buy a wreath hanger. Or search for it in your garage.

The beauty with these wreaths, is that you don’t have to secure every single thing with a wire, if they’re hanging inside. If hanging outside, I’d use floral wire or hot glue like we mentioned above. But you can basically create the wreath by wedging your stems in the form, as you go.

From the get go, just divide your supplies in half, to make sure you have enough to work it all the way around. This way you’re not running out or making some weird, asymmetrical wreath. 

I placed the oranges as I went, on one side, and then put the greenery around them.

It was easier once I got to the second side, and I basically just made sure that the wreath was symmetrical, by repeating the first side. 

Then I placed the oranges so that it felt mostly equal. Just working in the greenery as I went. I felt like the oranges by themselves looked a little cheesy, so the ample greenery overlapping helped with the realistic look.

And yes, I did drink a coke to help my throat. {No judging. The flu struggle bus is real.} 

Such a great, easy rainy day activity!

We love the way our easy little wreath turned out. 

Side note: Jamin calls this my old lady hobby. As each kid moves out, I’m dedicating their bedroom to a different studio. So far in my little dream world, I’ll have a painting studio, a pottery/sculpting studio, and a wreath studio. That way I can be sad with my crafts in between yoga classes to fill the void in my heart whilst adopting lots of stray dogs. I’m so glad I have my sunsetting years figured out. I sound so depressing now. Yes, I promise I haven’t had any Nyquil today. Just know I’ll embrace it in the future, mmkay?

I love all the simple little details that added a bright spot to my pool room/workspace! 

Be sure to check out our other friends participating today, too… and all their fun creations! 

Magnolia Wreath – The Happy Housie // DIY Orange Wreath – The Handmade Home // Magnolia Farmhouse Wreath – Tatertots & Jello // Driftwood Welcome Wreath – My Sweet Savannah 

Front Door Decorating Ideas – Sanctuary Home Decor // Book Page Wreath – The DIY Mommy // Moss Ball Floral Wreath – Lolly Jane // Floral Winter Wreath – A Blue Nest // Spring Floral Wreath – Jennifer Maune

Heart Emoji Wreath – Cassie Bustamante // How To Make A Spring Wreath – My 100 Year Old Home // Strawflower Heart Wreath – Finding Lovely // Felt Flowers Wreath – Happy Happy Nester

Simple Spring Wreath – Art of Everyday Living // Coffee Filter Wreath – She Gave It A Go // Minimalistic Spring Wreath – Taryn Whiteaker Designs // How To Make A Spring Wreath – Hallstrom Home // Eucalyptus Wreath – Twelve on Main 

As always, let us know if you make one. We’d love to hear! 

Have an inspired day!