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Last updated: May 12, 2020 in Arts & Crafts· Floral· Seasonal Decor

A Simple Lavender Wreath to Celebrate Spring

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Lavender wreath with dahlias and lamb's ear in rattan basket with farmhouse bow
Lavender wreath on front door
Farmhouse style lavender basket wreath on front door

Despite the crisis situation around us, I find comfort in thinking ahead to spring and its promise of a return to normalcy. To celebrate the season of birth and renewal, I’m sharing a simple lavender wreath that you can make in under 10 minutes.

Basket wreath with lavender, dahlias and lamb's ear for spring front door decor

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How to Make a DIY Lavender Wreath

This spring wreath has a touch of classic elegance and rustic farmhouse style. While you’ll find many lavender wreaths shaped in a traditional circle using a wire form or grapevine base, this farmhouse wreath uses a basket to house its floral goodies.

In a recent YouTube video, I shared this wreath tutorial, along with a few more moss DIY projects for spring.

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Supplies Needed

  • Wall basket
  • Lavender stems (2)
  • Dahlia stems (1)
  • Lamb’s ear stems (2-3)
  • Moss
  • Farmhouse ribbon
  • Twine/string to hang

Step 1: Tie string to hang

Before you get carried away inserting floral bunches, make sure you attach a string or piece of twine to hang the wreath. I used simple jute twine to make a loop at the top of my basket.

Tip: First, you may want to measure how far down you want the basket to hang. (My initial loop had the basket sitting too high, so you can learn from my mistakes.)

Step 2: Tie ribbon onto the basket

For that cozy farmhouse feel, you can attach a striped ribbon to the front of the basket. I usually prefer a classic, simple style for my bows, and this farmhouse ribbon had me at hello.

Hanging rattan basket with farmhouse ribbon

Step 3: Insert moss

There’s no magic to inserting the super moss, but I do recommend placing the green side outward to show through the basket. (There’s a brown side to this moss as well.)

Inserting moss into basket wreath for spring front door

You won’t need to use any fancy glue or floral wire to secure the moss. (How easy is that?!) This stuff stays in place thanks to gravity alone.

Related post: Spring Wreath Makeover

Tip: There’s no need to fill the backside of the wreath with moss since it won’t show anyway. For more ideas on ways to use up the rest of that moss, be sure to watch this entire YouTube video!

Step 4: Insert floral stems

Once the front side of the basket is completely covered in moss, you can begin inserting your floral stems.

Basket wreath filled with super moss with farmhouse ribbon attached

First, you’ll insert the stems toward the back (lamb’s ear in this case), followed by the lavender stems. The white dahlias then fit nicely in front to add fullness and contrast to the arrangement.

In my video, I show exactly how I trimmed some of the stems to fit perfectly. Others came in just the right length already, ready to insert. I’ve never made a wreath so quickly or easily before!

I almost feel guilty calling this a tutorial. Almost.

Lavender wreath in a basket with dahlias and lamb's ear in a farmhouse style

Do you ever feel like you finish a project but aren’t really sure you’re “finished”? While I love my DIY spring wreath, I think it could use a little more color to stand out against my black front door. What are your thoughts?

DIY wreath with lavender, dahlias and lamb's ear in a basket with farmhouse ribbon

Part of the fun is exploring and experimenting, so stay tuned for future modifications to this lavender wreath. For now, it’s waiting to welcome guests again this spring…very soon, I pray.

Pin it for later!

Lavender wreath with dahlias and lamb's ear in rattan basket with farmhouse bow

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First published: March 16, 2020

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  1. Carol says

    May 31, 2020 at 1:27 pm

    Loved this wreath? I’m making a wreath that will be outside in the weather. What Kind of ribbon can be put on a wreath that will withstand the elements?

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    • Crissy says

      May 31, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      Hi Carol! I’ve used everything from burlap to canvas and cotton for outdoor decor. If the wreath is directly exposed to sun or rain, you may need to wash or replace the ribbon after some time. Our front porch is covered, but we get very humid and windy weather at times. I’ve never had a major issue. Here’s a link to some of my favorite farmhouse ribbons, many of which are made of canvas or cotton: https://amzn.to/3ck2P8j. I can’t wait to see how your wreath turns out! Best wishes, Crissy

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  2. Lauren | Mom Home Guide says

    March 19, 2020 at 11:40 pm

    Beautiful wreath! Thanks for sharing your tutorial. Stay well!

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    • Crissy says

      March 19, 2020 at 11:52 pm

      Thank you, Lauren! I hope you’re doing well, too. Crazy times, right? I’d like to just pretend I’m welcoming people through my front door right now. Hopefully someday soon!

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  3. Julie Briones says

    March 19, 2020 at 3:38 pm

    Great tutorial, and such a pretty lavender wreath for your spring door! Always love your sense of humor, and great details! Pinned!

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    • Crissy says

      March 19, 2020 at 11:51 pm

      Thanks, my friend! This was perhaps my easiest spring wreath ever! It’s nice to find a quick DIY project to share with friends. Thanks for pinning, as always!

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