How to Make a Summer Grapevine Wreath

We’re sharing how to make a summer grapevine wreath today!

The days leading up to a vacation can be hectic, can’t they?

We’ve gone to the cabin so many times you’d think we’d be running like a well-oiled machine by now.

But nearly every trip, we’re trying to finish up work and family commitments right up to the very. last. minute.

In my head, I know the most logical thing to do is to make a *manageable* list, check it twice, and then breathe a sigh of relief as we close the front door and head down the driveway giddy with excitement.

You know what’s really on my mind though?

How we clean we left the house!

A Small Shift Leads to Success…

Several years ago, I realized I was super grumpy when we returned home from vacation and the house had been left a total disaster.

This was mostly thanks to last-minute packing challenges and not being as intentional with our time as we could have been.

From that moment forward, we started making a clean house part of our vacation prep.

I don’t know what it is, but there is just something about walking into a clean home after a long drive that extends the blissful feeling of vacation for weeks.

How to Make a Summer Grapevine Wreath with Faux Florals and Greenery-The Crowned Goat

This year I decided to extend that blissful feeling to the outside of our house too.

Given our front door was one of the last things we saw before we left the house and one of the first things we saw when we arrived, I decided to create a summer grapevine wreath to welcome us home.

This summer grapevine wreath could not be easier to make. It’s relatively budget-friendly and I’ll share several time-saving tips I learned along the way too.

How to Make a Grapevine Wreath for Summer with Roses and Hydrangea Picks-The Crowned Goat

Here’s a look at how to make a summer grapevine wreath…  

Summer Grapevine Wreath Supplies:

  • Grapevine Wreath
  • Summer Inspired Floral or Greenery Garland (we found this one on sale at Joann’s)
  • 3-5 Greenery Picks (depending on the size of your wreath)
  • 3-6 Floral Picks (depending on the size of your wreath and how full you want it to be)
  • Floral Wire
  • Wire Cutters
  • Ribbon, optional (we didn’t use a wreath this time but usually do)

Summer Grapevine Wreath Steps:

If you’re using an old grapevine wreath form (we try to use the same form from season to season) make sure your wreath is free from dirt and debris.

Carefully, lay your floral garland on top of your grapevine wreath.

You can wrap the garland completely around the wreath form for a quick and easy summer grapevine wreath hack.

Or you can fold the floral garland in half and secure it to one side of your grapevine wreath for a more asymmetrical look.

I’ll share both summer grapevine wreath ideas below.

Carefully, weave your floral wire in between the branches of the garland and the grapevine wreath to help secure the garland to the wreath.

I usually tuck the floral wire under a flower or pieces of greenery to help keep it hidden. As always, use caution and care as the floral wire and cutters will be sharp.

Once you’re finished securing the garland to the wreath, hang it up to see if you like what you have created or if you want to add a few more greenery and floral picks.

One Wreath Two Ways…

Here is how the summer grapevine wreath looks with just the floral garland. Not bad at all!

How to Make a Summer Grapevine Wreath with a Floral Garland-The Crowned Goat

We like to keep our wreaths pretty full given our porch spans a good portion of the front of our house.

So, to keep everything to scale, I decided to add 4 additional greenery picks and 5 floral picks.

Floral picks are super easy to work with because they’re so budget-friendly.

Bonus, you can use them on summer grapevine wreaths like this one, centerpieces, or vignettes around the house all season long.

While I don’t think I’ll ever be fully ready to come home from the cabin, I’m thankful for all the extra time we spend being intentional before we leave.

It’s such a special way to be welcomed home.

Plus, it gives me something to look forward to – creating a warm and inviting summer porch!

How to Make a Summer Grapevine Wreath-The Crowned Goat

Let us know if you’re making a summer grapevine wreath and how you plan to decorate for the summer season.Until next time, I’ll see you on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.

Many blessings,

CoCo

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15 Comments

  1. I love it, CoCo!! You are totally right…I ALWAYS make sure I clean the house before we leave for a vacation so that it’s one less thing to do when we get home! The wreath is beautiful… I love how it looks with the flowers and greenery all arranged to one side. So pretty for summer!! Love to you.

    1. Isn’t it funny how despite having a million different things to do and pack before leaving, we’re worried about how clean the house is, Rachel! While I can’t say every corner would pass the white glove test it will be so nice to open the front door to a space that welcomes us home. Sending you lots of hugs for a peace filled summer season, CoCo

  2. Beautiful wreath, they always make feel happy although I haven’t attempted mine yet this year. I am a bit behind but fingers crossed I will soon catch up. Thanks for sharing. Xx

    1. Thank you so much for your sweet words, Janette! I feel like a total beginner at wreath making so I’m always thankful for projects like this one that feel quick and easy and yet totally doable all at the same time. Can’t wait to see how yours turns out too! Big hugs, CoCo

  3. Hi CoCo! Your wreath looks beautiful on the front door! I never thought of using a garland and adding picks to it! That’s such a great idea! Thanks for the inspiration! Take care, Donna

    1. Thanks so much, Donna! It’s always nice to find a project that is quick and easy and looks good too. Plus, you can use this same technique in any season which makes the possibilities endless. Hope your summer season has been a fun one so far, CoCo

    1. Thanks so much, Cindy, I really appreciate it! Hope your summer is off to a great start, CoCo

  4. Perfection! I could not agree more, when we come back from vacation and the house is a mess, I am grumpy too! I think it is the long drive home, and the I cannot wait to sleep in my own bed, then walking into a mess just sets the tone. I get it, and it stinks, now if others here could get on board, lol! Hope you enjoyed your time away! BTW, the wreath is another beautiful one!

  5. Right with you Coco! I want to leave the house in tidy and in order. Knowing I’m returning to a crazy to-do list is made so much better knowing the house is in sanctuary mode.

    Thanks for sharing at Fabulous Friday Link Party. We are thrilled to be featuring you this week.

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