Seasonal Decor: St. Patrick’s Day Charming Wreath Idea
Do you want a super easy way to jazz up a wreath with all the St. Patrick’s Day vibes? Well, I have the perfect solution for you today. A perky, fluffy bow always does the trick. A long tailed bow with a homespun air-clay shamrock charm adds the perfect details for a festive touch. This St. Patrick’s Day charming wreath idea hits all the holiday notes in a subtle and understated manner.
Remember the Valentine’s long tailed bow tutorial? Well, we will piggy back on that idea and customize it for the upcoming St. Patrick’s day holiday. It’s an easy and sustainable way to be seasonally current without reinventing the wheel for every holiday and | or season.
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Inspiration for the Charming St. Patrick’s Day Wreath
The long tailed bow tutorial was inspired to shift gears and have a dress change for the Saint Patrick’s Day holiday. The red ribbons from Valentine’s Day were strategically and easily replaced by green ribbons. Voila! Instant Erin go Brach vibes with luscious green tones.
An air-clay shamrock charm was the perfect accent for our front door wreath a few years ago. This year I’m adding the charm again with a newly assembled long tailed bow. The perfect combination for a charming St. Patricks’ day wreath.
Layering the Perfectly Charming St. Patrick’s Day Wreath
By layering a basic wreath with seasonal touches creates a charming decor accent without much expense or effort. Easy seasonal decor is always welcomed and encouraged around here. Join me as we assemble the perfect front door decor for the St. Patrick’s day holiday.
Basic Wreath
A square preserved boxwood wreath adorns or front door most of the year. Having a basic wreath which has presence all on its own, but yet lends itself to be adorned for different occasions is a great decorator staple. A few years ago we installed a Dutch door, which provides provincial European vibes to our home, and I wanted a wreath which would compliment it and do it justice. Enter the square boxwood wreath.
Today we will take said wreath and adorn it with St. Patrick’s day charm. The best part? It’s an easy and economical way to add seasonal decor to your home.
Long Tailed Bow Hack
When I first shared this bow tutorial and hack for the Valentine’s Holiday it was dressed in reds for the occasion. We will disassemble the long tails and reassemble with green touches for the upcoming St. Patricks day Holiday. That’s the beauty of the long tailed bow hack; for all the details you can visit the original post here {Valentine’s Day long Tail Bow and Hack Tutorial}.
Seasonal Charm
We will take it a step further today and add an air-clay shamrock charm to the bow for an extra layer of seasonal intention. This clay charm was a project from a couple of years ago, which made it easy to incorporate. You can learn how to make your own shamrock clay charm here {Air-clay Shamrock Charm DIY for St. Patricks’ Day}.
Tips & Recommendations to Keep In Mind
Versatility for the Win
Since I want to use and reuse this bow hack for other holidays and occasions, I chose a neutral color for my main bow. It was easy to remove the red Valentines themed tails and replace them with green inspired ribbons for St. Patrick’s day. Beyond that I can repurpose the bow for a spring touch or patriotic vibes over the summer and so on. Stay tuned you will be seeing more long tailed bows around here.
Ribbon Sources
Lavish and spendy ribbons are not necessary to create a fabulous bow. Some of the ribbons and trims used here are found at the Dollar Tree. I always look at the craft section at thrift stores too, plus garage and estate sales are also a great resource. Big craft stores like Hobby Lobby, Michaels, etc. also run discounted sales regularly so be on the look out for those. I recommend using ribbons of different widths, varied patterns and mixed textures. This will add more interest and depth to your finished piece. Using trims as a ribbon option adds a touch of whimsy and gives movement to the ribbon tails.
Easy Change of Seasons
Seasonal decor can be daunting, overwhelming and stressful, but I’m here to show you it does not have to be. When you create a formula like the one used here you can apply it to different seasons and holidays. A versatile bow hack and a simple clay charm add all the seasonal intention needed with a subtle hand. Understated decor sometimes has a bigger impact than over the top seasonal accents.
Hand Crafted for the Win
In a world full of mass produced goods, which easily fall out of favor or break or loose inspiration quickly, homespun pieces are a breath of fresh air. Hand crafted Items are invariably full of charm and character. When items are created by you, they can be adapted to your personal preferences and style, which compliment your aesthetic. Using these pieces easily become traditions and nostalgic to your home story.
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Closing Thoughts
I hope this St. Patrick’s Day charming wreath idea inspires and gives all the Erin Go Bragh feels for your home. St. Patrick’s day decorating might not be for everyone, but if you indulge, I hope this provides guidance and inspiration. Let me know if you decorate for the holiday and if you do, what are your secret weapons?
Thanks for dropping by today, it was lovely having you here. Looking forward to seeing you next time. Au revoir!
Shop the Charming Saint Patrick’s Day Wreath Look
- My favorite of all time Square Preserved Boxwood Wreath
- Natural burlap wire edged ribbon
- 2 Rolls Buffalo Plaid Wired Edge Ribbons 2.5 Inch Wide St Patrick’s Day Green Fabric Ribbons
- 1 Inch Gingham Ribbon – 15 Yards Plaid Checked Polyester Ribbon
- White burlap wire edged ribbon
- Apple Green Burlap Wired Ribbon,1-1/2 Inch x 10 Yard, Wired Edge Ribbon for Big Bow
- Lace ribbon crochet cotton lace trim vintage lace trim
- White pom pom trim
- St Patricks Day Decorations Shamrocks Wooden Clover Ornament
- St Patrick’s Day Felt Shamrocks Ornaments
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