How to Make Grapevine Wreaths With Greens

Cut fresh grapevines with heavy-duty gardening shears into lengths several feet long. Remove all leaves or fruit clinging to the vine, though you can keep any decorative curly tendrils.

Wrap a long, sturdy vine into a circle slightly smaller than the intended size of your finished product. Holding the circle in place with one hand, wrap the remainder of the vine in a spiral around it. Tuck the end of the vine in place to anchor the shape of the wreath. If the end won’t stay in place naturally, use a small piece of twine or wire to tie it in position.

Tuck the end of a second vine in place between the overlapping vines of the circle and spiral this vine around the length of the circle as well. Repeat this process with as many vines as necessary to gain the desired wreath thickness.

Assemble a variety of greens and other natural materials to cover the wreath. Use small branches snipped from evergreen trees, especially firs, to make a traditional holiday wreath. Look for flexible, durable greens that won’t rot and will maintain an attractive appearance long after being cut. Palm fronds, eucalyptus twigs and pussy willow branches also work well.

Tuck the greens into the grapevine to secure them, or tie them into place with twine. Cover as much or as little of the underlying grapevine structure as strikes your fancy. Twigs from a holly bush, with the shiny green leaves and red berries attached, or sprigs of mistletoe can be tucked in amongst the green for a festive appearance. Colorful autumn leaves, pine cones, dried bunches of herbs, dried flowers, and dried fruit or gourds also work well. Decorating options are only limited by your imagination. Add a finishing fabric bow, if desired.