I’ve been inspired this summer to create alternatives to a traditional round wreath that still welcomes guests and brightens the front door. I received a watering can grow kit as a gift and instantly fell in love with the bright, bold color. I knew it would look incredible against my classic white door. So instead of using it for its intended purpose, I turned it into this.
Isn’t it fun? Here’s how you can achieve this whimsical look in three easy steps:
{step 1} Place floral foam in the bottom of your watering can.
Carefully cut foam to shape and size with a utility knife. The foam in the bottom of the container will stabilize the arrangement, especially if it is tipped at an angle when hanging on the door.
{step 2} Trim floral stems as needed with a wire cutter and push into foam.
In this container, one or two types of flowers en masse complemented by a few sprigs of greenery make a big impact. Position tall flowers in the back first and then fill in the front and other empty spaces with smaller flowers and greenery.
Like nature, go a little wild with an asymmetrical look.
{step 3} Add a touch of whimsy.
A burlap bow tied to the handle. A bird and its nest tucked into the greenery. Shiny beads reflecting light as falling water.
Add one or two creative details and see your container come to life.
The cascading beaded water definitely steals the show in this piece.
It took a little time and patience, but was relatively easy to do. Here are those steps:
Another wreath alternative is to repurpose a wall-mount mailbox. It’s perfect for adding holiday accents and easily changes up for the seasons. {Find the tutorial here.}
For more ideas and inspiration on door decor, please follow my
diy // wreaths board on Pinterest and check out these other posts:
Mailbox Door Hanger
Red Ruffle Wreath
Spring Tulip Wreath
Classic Boxwood Wreath
DIY Halloween Wreath
Be careful when you do this! Last spring, I used an old vinyl purse shaped like a watering can to make a similar wreath. The vinyl was flexible, so I didn’t anticipate any problems. Wrong! When I closed my interior door, I heard a cracking sound. Even though the purse was flexible, it did not squash enough between my interior and storm doors. It broke several pieces of the antique stained glass in my interior door!
You are correct, Vicky! This type of door wreath wouldn’t work if you have a storm door. In which case, you could set it on the mantle or a table as decoration. Sorry to hear about your stained glass; I hope it was fixable. Thank you for the fair warning!