Dear Proper Green,
How can I make a wreath with recycled gift wrapping paper?
-Linda C.
How can I make a wreath with recycled gift wrapping paper?
-Linda C.
Dear Linda C.,
This question comes just in time: You’re probably rolling in the extra wrapping paper, and you still have time to make the wreath and enjoy it this season! There are a ton of easy, neat-looking wreaths you can make with all of your extra wrapping paper, and the fact that this DIY project promotes reuse makes it one of our favorites.
Here’s one of the easiest wreaths you can make:
- Grab a wire hanger and your extra wrapping paper.
- Shape the wire hanger into a circle (it doesn’t have to be perfect).
- Cut your extra paper into strips. They don’t have to be even, but our recommendation is to make the strips about 1”W x 10”H.
- Now, take an individual strip of paper. Fold it in half over a part of the circular wire, and twist the two halves of the paper to tighten the strip closer to the wire. Do this until the wreath is full.
- Use the hanger to display your wreath.
If you tackle this project, let us know how it turns out!
What crafty projects have you done with leftover holiday décor? Let us know in the comments below!
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