Deco Mesh Wreath Under $20!!

Have you ever seen those huge, mesh wreaths and thought "Wow, it's so big and puffy! I could sleep in that thing!" Have you ever looked at the price tag? If you haven't don't do it.  It's scary.  Not crayons-in-the-dryer scary, but enough to make you long for the days of carefree purchases. I made one for under $20!

Here's what you need:

• A wreath frame- You can order them on Amazon or get them from any florist or craft store. I couldn't find one, so I bought this wreath from Target for $8.

It is made out of the same "wired garland thingys" aka "twists" you will need on your wreath frame to secure the mesh. You can also use pipe cleaners if you can only find a basic frame. My frame is 16" but my finished wreath is close to 22"

Ideally, you're looking for a "pencil work wreath". Basically a few metal rings with pipe cleaners.

• 1 roll of mesh- This will make a simple, single coloured wreath. I got mine at Walmart for $8 at Christmas time but florists have it year round.
• Some ribbon or decorations. 
• Ruler & scissors
• Some beer, wine or "winter booze" aka rum & eggnog or Black Russians. If you DIY sober it doesn't turn out as well. Known fact.
• Zip ties & wire cutters are optional!

So after you collect all this stuff, go watch this video which I used and is great, or follow the steps below!

1. Drink alcohol of choice and arrange materials
2. Grab 3" or so of the end of the mesh and secure it with a twist on the inner ring
3. Measure out 14" of mesh from the secured twist and secure it on the next twist on the inner ring.
4. Drink! You made your first loop!
5. Continue measuring 14" of mesh and securing with the next twist around the inner ring.
6. Drink! This is crucial.
7. Take your mesh and pull tightly toward the outer ring and secure with the closest twist.
8. Measure out 14" of mesh and secure on the next twist.
9. Continue measuring 14" of mesh and securing around the outer ring.
10. When you have completed the outer ring, cut the mesh with a tail of about 3".
11. I tucked my "tail" in, but you can secure it with a zip tie.
12. Decorate with bows, ribbons and decorations however you like!
13. Hang that baby up, let the neighbours think you spent big bucks and grab another drink!

So have fun, save some cash and beautify your house!

On a side note, my "husband" asked if there is some sort of rule that applies to the size of your house vs the size of your wreath.  There's no such thing. Dress for the job you want not the job you have!