How to Make a Twig Wreath

Okay. Straight up. You know how much I adore almost any kind of wreath. So much so, I decided to teach others how to make them too by running a workshop here at the farm. To me, a wreath is an accessory you can use all year round and in multiple situations. The kind of wreath that screams country to me is the twig wreath. Constructed from twigs and branches foraged from your local environment, making a wreath is easy and an enjoyable way to pass an hour. Not only that but the number of ways you can dress up a twig wreath is as many as the occasions they can be used for.

What you need to make a twig wreath

The materials and tools are so basic it’s not even a list.

• A pair of sharp secateurs. I cannot stress the word sharp enough. I learned the hard way that branches are not easy to cut with blunt implements. Even if, according to Gavin, you just snip quickly and they are fine.
• Around 8-10 branches. The branches need to be supple or you will not be able to form your twig wreath base. I used the branches snipped from young apple trees. You need to choose branches that are pliable so the wreath will bend into shape.
• Possibly a bit of florist wire or jute string. Though if you are a purist this will not be needed

how to make your wreath

Take the longest branch and wrap it to form a circle. Wind the branch around itself and hold it in your hand while you get a second branch. My wreath base was about 30cm in diametre.

Add the second branch end about 15cm away from your first branch end, pointing them in the same direction. Weave this branch around the first. At this stage, you may need to use some wire or string to secure the branches. You can cut this off later if you don’t like the look.

Continue to add branches at intervals. Weave each branch in and out. As you add branches they will naturally hold each other in place. Once you have the thickness you like, press the wreath into shape so it makes a circle. It’s easy to bend as the branches will be supple.

Ways to Embellish your Twig Wreath

The possibilities are endless, depending on the season. Add bells, lights, berries, or timber stars. Or just leave your wreath naked. It’s beautiful as it is!

Check out the many wreaths I’ve made for extra inspiration.