DIY Farmhouse Christmas Wreath

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Christmas is in full swing here at Vintage, Paint and more as I am sure it is at your home also.  There are boxes of Christmas ornaments and decor scattered about, half finished areas done, in progress crafts and lots of fun with family putting it all together.  So, finding something finished to bring to you this morning was a bit of a challenge.  However, I think you will absolutely love this project as much as I do.  A DIY Farmhouse Christmas Wreath made with a buffalo plaid deer head and a yarn wreath - rustic farmhouse to the max.

This year I decided to add a bit of a rustic theme to my Farmhouse decor. I like to think it reflects a feeling of a quaint little farmhouse sitting by a still snow covered lake deep in the woods.  With this thought,  I decided to use all sorts of textures to create this cozy feel and today's project.  This project uses two of my favorite winter textures - yarn and flannel.  Combined, as I did here, they make the cutest Farmhouse Christmas Wreath for our mantel.  This wreath is actually two separate projects put together to make a stunning wreath for your home. So, let's get started.


       DIY Farmhouse Christmas Wreath

You will need:

• Wire Wreath Frame 14"
• Bernat Mega Bulky Yarn, 10.5 Ounce,
• scissors

• Black and red buffalo plaid fabric 

• wood deer head - I bought mine at Michael's 
• Black Chalk Paint
• Mod Podge
• Craft Paint Brush
• Black Sharpie marker
• paper to make a pattern to use for other projects

First, you will need to make a yarn wreath.  The one I have here I made a few years back and you can find the tutorial for it HERE. It's a simple project done by tying lots of yarn pompoms on a wire wreath form.  I love the fullness and wintery feel of this wreath.  You can actually make this with any yarn and in any color you like to fit your decor.  This is not a hard project just a little time consuming.

When you have finished this it's time to move on to making the deer head itself.

I bought my wood deer head at Michael's in their Christmas section. They are sold out now but I am sure you can find one at any craft store near you.  It is actually a sign and has a hanging string which you will need to cut off.  You will use these holes to tie your head to the wreath later.

I painted the head with black chalk paint front and sides so if my fabric pattern didn't fit perfectly it would not show.

Next, I made a paper pattern of the deer head.  I wanted to use the same pattern on a couple of other projects I plan on making this year.  Also, I find the paper pattern can be pinned to the fabric and prevent moving while tracing.  So, trace the pattern onto the fabric you are using and cut it out.

Next decoupage the fabric onto the deer head making sure it's on straight.  Use a credit card to smooth out any wrinkles that may occur while putting it on. You only need to use the decoupage to adhere the flannel to the deer form.  Do not decoupage over the fabric itself unless you want a shiny surface.  I wanted mine to keep that wonderful texture flannel has.  If it doesn't quite fit the edges don't worry - the black paint will hide any flaws.

Now, just tie a piece of twine in the holes in the antlers and thread through the wreath to the wire form.  Position the head where you want it and tie the ends of the twine to secure it.  Mine is not very tight as it dug into the yarn too deep and I wanted it to look like it was sitting on top of the yarn.  Now its time to hang it in that special spot.  Ours is above our fireplace.  I will be showing you the fireplace/mantel decor in a later post.  I do love how it turned out - so rustic and full of texture.  

How's your Christmas decorating coming along - are you all done or just starting?  Are you a theme decorator and change up your decor each year?  I love to hear from you so tell me about it in the comments below.  

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Until next time - go craft something you love.....

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