How to Decorate a Wreath With Vintage Gift Ribbon

Displaying vintage gift ribbon on a homemade wreath is an excellent way to share your one-of-a-kind finds that will add a splash of color to a wall. Vintage gift ribbon can be found at flea markets, antique stores and estate sales. Spools of vintage gift ribbon can be found by shopping specialty shops. To make a wreath of vintage gift ribbon takes a small amount of time and very few supplies. When using a moss-covered wreath base, you can add another layer of textural interest and a feel of yesteryear to a wreath you'll be proud to display.

Moss wreath base
Vintage gift ribbon
Heavy gauge wire
Wire cutters
T-pins
Scissors
Vintage buttons, hat pins or brooches

Instructions

- 1
  Purchase a moss-covered wreath with a weathered patina that will complement your vintage gift ribbon.
- 2
  Snip a long length of heavy-gauge wire and fit around the top of the wreath. Twist the wire at the back to secure it in place and shape the ends to make a circle, twisting them over one another to make a sturdy hanger.
- 3
  Fold shorter scraps of vintage gift ribbon in a simple loop and pin them to the wreath base with T-pins. Apply them in a random pattern of color and placement so your finished wreath will have visual and structural appeal.
- 4
  Fold longer lengths of vintage gift ribbon accordion-fashion and attach them with a T-pin, taking care that as your wreath begins to fill, the surrounding ribbon applications hide the T-pins from view.
- 5
  Apply decorative accents like vintage shank-backed rhinestone buttons with T-pins for added sparkle. Vintage hatpins or brooches are other embellishments you might consider to add visual interest.

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