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DIY Candy Cane Wreath


I've always wanted to learn how to knit, it seems like it would be therapeutic. I bought a bunch of yarn ages ago with the intent of taking a class and came across it digging for some holiday decorations in the basement. After pondering what I could make with it, I decided on this candy cane wreath.



Supplies:
Red and white yarn
Foam wreath form
Ribbon
Holiday floral decorations
Measuring tape
Pen
Scissors


Start by measuring and marking off 2" - 3" sections across the wreath form. Tie one end of the red yarn to the wreath form and start wrapping. When you get to the next section you've marked off, cut the red string in the back of the wreath and tie to the white string. Wrap the white string around to the next section and keep alternating until the wreath is covered.




Insert the floral decorations into the wreath.


Add some ribbon, then you're done!


Hang your wreath and enjoy that grand feeling of accomplishment!


 Thanks for stopping by and reading today! Enjoy the weekend!

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65 comments

  1. LauraDecember 12, 2014 at 6:08 AM

    So so cute! I love decorating wreaths! What a great way to use up your yarn!

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  2. AudreyDecember 12, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    That is soooo cute:) My daughter and I have alway wanted to learn how to knit too! This is a fabulous project that I think I could do. I love these ideas Jill! Keep them coming, you have a gift!!


    Audrey
    www.audreysalutes.com

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  3. ElleSees.blogspot.comDecember 12, 2014 at 7:18 AM

    this turned out SOOO cute!

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  4. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    Thanks Elle!

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  5. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 7:38 AM

    Thanks Susan! I wonder if crochet is easier than knitting...I want to do something!

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  6. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 7:39 AM

    Thanks Laura! I'm a little obsessed with wreaths. It seems like I'm always making one for something!

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  7. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    Thank you so much Audrey! It's a nice downtime project for me!

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  8. Daily ExpressDecember 12, 2014 at 7:56 AM

    Jill, this turned out great!! It's so cute! Once again I'm admiring your creative energy and motivation! I am completely lacking in that department!

    Gina - On the Daily Express

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  9. The Real ArnoldsDecember 12, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    How fun! You are rocking it with your DIYs lately!

    Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  10. lachiquitamissiDecember 12, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I love your DIY posts so adorable for the holidays!
    http://lachiquitamissi.com

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  11. Shannon JenkinsDecember 12, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    This is just way too cute!!! I really want to make one now! Love the candy canes!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

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  12. Chow Down USADecember 12, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    I really love this post! It looks simple enough that even I could handle it hahah :) And so unique from every other wreath! Thanks for sharing.


    Chelsea
    Chowing Down by the Bay

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  13. amy cooseDecember 12, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    What a cute wreath, such a great idea!

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  14. Charnele MichelDecember 12, 2014 at 11:28 AM

    love this no fuss wreath !

    Cha Cha The Fashion Genius

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  15. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    Thank you Gina! Making things is so relaxing for me and then I feel like I've actually accomplished something!

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  16. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    Thanks Amy Ann! It's that time of year!

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  17. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    Thank you Mel! I always try to make a few things every season!

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  18. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    Thanks Chelsea! It was really easy! You should try it!

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  19. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Thanks Amy! So glad you stopped by!

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  20. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Thanks Charnele! It was easy to make and a little different than an ordinary wreath!

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  21. Jill GDecember 12, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    Doused
    In Pink

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  22. HayleyRoderickDecember 12, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    Such a fun idea of making your own wreath! :) xo, Hayley www.dailydoseofdarling.com

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  23. Maria GDecember 12, 2014 at 12:11 PM

    What a fun idea! I've done the yarn wrapping on letters (which was so time consuming!) This looks a ton easier! I should try something like this too :)

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  24. Carrie @ Curly Crafty MomDecember 12, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    This is beautiful!! I love yarn wreaths and there is so much yarn out there to pick from that it can be overwhelming sometimes in the yarn aisle. lol. It is awesome you had this already at home, though.

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  25. Chow Down USADecember 12, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    I so will!

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  26. Zelle BrownDecember 12, 2014 at 12:41 PM

    Such a great tutorial -- and the cutest wreath!

    xo Southern Style

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  27. Tracy MillerDecember 12, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Oh my gosh! This is soooo cute. I love the touch with the candy/flowers.

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  28. Blaire BinghamDecember 12, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    What a cute wreath! Thanks for sharing!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  29. BrookeDecember 12, 2014 at 3:53 PM

    This is too cute and easy! You're so crafty :)


    Brooke
    Pumps and Push-Ups

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  30. Lana L.December 12, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    This is so adorable, and I love the colors. My niece is coming over this weekend - maybe we'll try it together! Have a great weekend!

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  31. Laura Jane McCarthyDecember 12, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    Adorable!

    Anything & Everything

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  32. Rachel JuliaDecember 12, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    I love it! It's so perfectly festive for a front door, and I'm wishing I had time to make one right now! :)
    www.floralandfudge.blogspot.com

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  33. Fashion Mixed With SoundsDecember 13, 2014 at 7:27 AM

    Wauw this looks so cute! This is really a great idea :)

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  34. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    Thank you! So glad you stopped by!

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  35. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Thanks Rachel! It was really easy and only took about 40 minutes to make!

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  36. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:36 AM

    Thanks Laura Jane!

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  37. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:36 AM

    Thanks Lana! Let me know how it turns out if you make one!

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  38. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Thanks Brooke!

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  39. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Thanks Blaire!

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  40. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Thanks Tracy!

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  41. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Thanks Zelle! So glad you stopped by!

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  42. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Thanks Carrie! I know, there are too many to choose from! Hope you are having a great weekend!

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  43. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Thanks Maria! You should try it!

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  44. Jill GDecember 13, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    Thanks Hayley! So glad you stopped by!

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  45. Patricia LuizaDecember 13, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    I will definitely try to do one of these myself, it's adorable! Thank you for sharing!

    Fashionably,
    http://www.wingsforliberty.com/

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  46. melaniekayDecember 13, 2014 at 6:34 PM

    This turned out so cute! I want to make one!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  47. Becky @ bybmgDecember 13, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    Super cute! I love the candy accents!

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  48. Reasons to DressDecember 14, 2014 at 1:48 AM

    Jill, what an awesome job you did on this wreath it looks so festive and modern at the same time.

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  49. Jill GDecember 14, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    Thanks! You should try it!

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  50. Jill GDecember 14, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    Thanks! Let me know how yours turns out!

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  51. Jill GDecember 14, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    Thanks Melanie! You should!

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  52. Jill GDecember 14, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    Thanks Becky! It was a fun project!

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  53. Jill GDecember 14, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    Thanks Angela! I'm happy with the way it turned out!

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  54. Tif FanninDecember 14, 2014 at 10:44 PM

    The wreath looks great! I love your idea! How long did it take to wrap the yarn?

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  55. ADADecember 15, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    You have been nailing these Christmas DIYs lately. That wreath is beyond gorgeous and seems easy also. Love the 3 Christmas Colors on it and the addition of the peppermint. I want to make it. =))

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  56. ClairejustineoDecember 15, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    This is great, love your candy cane wreath :)

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  57. Gillian MorrisonDecember 15, 2014 at 8:30 PM

    Thought I would pop on over to your place after you visited mine! This is the cutest idea for a wreath....might have to give it a go next year> Thanks for the visit!

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  58. Susan @ 2catsandchloeDecember 20, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    This is SUCH A CUTE IDEA! Love it! I'm pinning it and I think I may try to recreate something like it for valentines day! Great idea! Thanks for joining our linkup! #pinning!

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  59. anonymosJanuary 17, 2015 at 4:02 PM

    How creative! I am a huge fan of your blog dousedinpink!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  60. SusanMarch 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    I have always wanted to learn to knit too. I am learning crochet right now. This wreath is so festive and your instructions are fabulous! I think I could even do this one!! Happy weekend Jill! Susan

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  61. Beauty FollowerMarch 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Wonderful... I am seriously thinking of trying to make it one of these days :)

    http://beautyfollower.blogspot.gr

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  62. JillMarch 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Thanks Tif! I made the entire wreath in about 45 minutes! You should try it!

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  63. JillMarch 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Thanks so much Ada! You should make one!

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  64. JillMarch 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Thanks Claire! So glad you stopped by!

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  65. JillMarch 8, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    Thanks Gillian! So glad you stopped by!

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