Make an adorable Cardboard Easter Wreath out of recycled materials you already have at home!
One of my favorite stories that Aa has ever told me was about when he was a little boy, just about the age Baby V is now, one Easter morning he woke up early before his parents, looked out the window and saw a bunny hopping across the lawn. He was 100% completely and totally convinced for years afterwards that he had SEEN. THE. EASTER. BUNNY!
I just think it’s such a sweet story and I can totally imagine his excitement. Easter is another one of those tricky holidays for us because there’s so much candy involved in most celebrations and often that’s tricky with food allergies. So I like to focus on the celebration of spring and cute bunnies and chicks with a little bit of Easter egg hunting thrown in for fun.
And of course, you know I have an obsession with making wreaths (while NOT paying for ridiculously expensive wreath forms if possible!) So I dreamed up a sweet little cardboard Easter Wreath made out of things I already had at home. This one cost me a grand total of $0!!! Seriously!
I’ve talked before about my love for using corrugated cardboard as a material and how I actually do like the raw corrugated edges. I love the contrast and juxtaposition of the raw edge with the finished careful painted shapes. But it’s ok if you don’t. I understand.
It’s like how we used tolive in a loft apartment with exposed ducts and raw concrete ceilings. We love it but it’s not everyone’s cup of tea and that’s totally cool. In that case, you could use thick mat board or posterboard or something.
I think the cardboard is nice because it adds a little dimension and thickness to the project but you could achieve the same effect with a package of those foam spacing dots you find in the scrapbooking aisle.
Anyway, on to the how-to. This is an easy one!
DIY Cardboard Easter Wreath Supply List
DIY Cardboard Easter Wreath Instructions
1. First, by tracing two plates (one large and one slightly smaller), cut a ring shape out of the cardboard to use as the base of your wreath. If you want to paint the wreath base a nice pastel color, go ahead and do that now.
3.Paint the cardboard shapes with craft paint. Start with a base coat. Leave the edges unpainted.
4. When the base coat is dry add details with a small brush. You can also use a Sharpie to add lines or even smaller details!
5. Use hot glue to attach the shapes to the wreath ring, spacing them evenly and overlapping slightly. Glue a little loop of ribbon to the back for hanging.
It was fun making sure every Easter egg was slightly different.
But my favorite parts are the bunny with his carrot…
and the sweet little chick hatching from his egg!
Happy Easter!
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Pamela says
I can’t believe this is all crardboard, looks amazing!
Cassie May says
thank you so much!
karen says
This is s cute and pretty i love this blog and I want to thank you for sharing this blog.
divya sharma says
This is so pretty, ! Youโre so talented. I love all the little figures and colors. Adorable Hugs
Maz Kwok says
I love your wreath and many of my readers do, too ๐ Thanks for sharing your talent with us!
Marti @ SewliciousHomeDecor says
That is so cute and clever!! Thanks so much for sharing it with us at the Show-licious Craft & Recipe Party! Pinned. ๐
Cassandra May says
Thanks Marti!
Rachel Kathyg @ onlinesisterhood says
cute, cute, cute….gonna make this—this week found at showlicious. Have a great weekend.
The Happy Creations says
Very nice and creative,thanks for posting.
Christina says
This is super cute. I love that it’s made from cardboard!
Jennifer Dawn says
This is amazing! I would have never known it was made from cardboard if you hadn’t said something. You are quite talented with a paintbrush. ๐
Cassandra May says
Thanks Jennifer, that’s so nice!
Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says
What a great project! Thanks for sharing it at The Pin Junkie. It was included today in a spring craft and recipe roundup at http://www.thepinjunkie.com/2014/04/spring-and-easter-crafts.html
Ashley @ PioneerMomma.com says
This is super cute! We love to use our extra cardboard for making holiday decorations, but I’ve never thought to make a wreath! Thanks for sharing, I featured it in tonight’s What’d You Do This Weekend! Pinned ๐
Deborah says
Cute wreath! You are great a freehanding the shapes. Thank you for sharing it and your Marinated Tofu recipe at What We Accomplished Wednesdays. Have a lovely weekend! ~Deborah
Clare Swindlehurst says
Oh I agree that is super adorable! I did a round up post of my favourite Easter crafts, and then every day I find more that I love! I’ve been pinning them but I’ve also added a linky to the bottom of my round up post, I’d love it if you would stop by and add this one to the list.
http://www.supermommyclub.com/25-family-friendly-easter-crafts-activities-recipes/
Cassandra May says
I will! Thanks Clare!
paperworx4seniors2 says
Good for you making something out of otherwise thrown away material. To me that’s more fun than buying expensive materials to make anything. We live out from town a ways so usually if I get a wild hair to make something I go into my craft room or sewing room depending on project. Can usually find materials i have to make something my way and enjoy it as much or more. Think it’s called making do.
Great lessons for your kids also. They do notice and will learn much from that lesson. I don’t like throwing things away so try to make good use of them. Your wreath is so adorable, even better how you made it.
We have to watch our money since we’re on SS but we’ve learned to make do with so many 5 week months. We even have little left at end of that 5 weeks. To me it’s a good challenge. Happy Spring
Cassandra May says
You know, I hadn’t thought of it that way, but you’re right, O does watch EVERTHING I do and if he sees me recycling things we’d otherwise get rid of and using them for something awesome then that makes it even better! Thanks for stopping by!
Megan Walker says
OMG, how cute! I love how you used material you already had.
Thanks for sharing on Hump Day Happenings : )
Amy says
Such a cute idea
Mel {MamaBuzz} says
That is so cute! I would have never guessed it was made from cardboard either. Love it! Thanks so much for sharing on Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in next week’s issue.
Cassandra May says
Awesome, thanks Mel!
Jenna Brussee (@aSavoryFeast) says
I love DIY projects that can be made without a trip to the store. Thanks for sharing this with Hump Day Happenings!
This Ole Mom says
Cassie, you did such a great job making this wreath. I love it! I’m pinning it . It’s such a great way to recycle unwanted cardboard and budget friendly!
Kim ~ This Ole Mom
Cassandra May says
Thanks Kim! Thanks for coming over from FB to check it out!
Mindie Hilton says
What a cute wreath. I can’t believe it’s all cardboard, how frugal. Please come share your talent at the Bacon Time linky, if you have not already.