Sandy Sandler shows you how to make a gorgeous, full wreath using scraps, stems, and multiple types of ribbon. Whether you’re celebrating a patriotic holiday or adding a festive touch to your Christmas in July décor, this easy patriotic wreath is sure to wow!

Materials:

Bowdabra

Bowdabra Bow Wire

3”-4” of Silver Tinsel Garland

Evergreen Branch

Patriotic Floral Bush

Faux Fur White round wreath 16” in size

2 yds – 1.5” wide White Polar Frost ribbon

1.5 yds – 1.5” wide Red Wired Burlap

1 yd – 1.5” wide Red/White/Blue Wave the Flag ribbon

For the tails:

Use ½ yard of each of the ribbons listed

Instructions:

First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire.  Then, fold it in half and insert it into the Bowdabra.  You will have a loop on one side and two loose wires on the other side.  This will serve as your slipknot. Tuck the ends under to stay out of the way while you are making your bow.

Next, lay the evergreen branch and the patriotic floral bush into the Bowdabra. Then, lay in the ribbon tails.

Now, using the white ribbon, make a multi-loop bow, bring the ribbon across, and scrunch down.  Continue making loops back and forth, twisting and scrunching down into the Bowdabra.  Make sure the right sides are always facing upwards. Repeat this step with the red wired burlap ribbon.

Finally, repeat the above step once more with the flag print ribbon. Add the garland and then scrunch everything down with the Bowdabra wand.

Insert the loose wires through the loop and pull tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra. Then, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back, and tie a knot.  Tie a double knot for extra security. The Bowdabra wire makes it so easy!

Fluff and arrange the bow by pulling the loops open and adjusting the florals. Use the excess wire to attach the bow to the wreath. Finish any extra adjusting, and you have this beautiful and easy patriotic wreath!