
Making our own simple Christmas wreath can be an incredibly joyful Christmas tradition during Advent.
But DIY Christmas wreaths can end up looking like an almighty mess!!
So I have for you here genuinely simple DIY Christmas wreaths you can make easily that look stunning.
There’s everything from exquisitely minimalist wreaths to Scandinavian farmhouse styles PLUS unusual Christmas wreaths that will really standout but are still super simple.
I hope you find inspiration in these ideas. Do save for quick reference & let me know which you love best.
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Minimal Christmas Wreaths
Beautiful Christmas wreaths don’t need layers of heavy evergreen, ribbon, baubles and the like.
Less truly is more and partially covered wreath rings look amazing.
Simple Eucalyptus Wreaths

The simplest of Christmas wreaths with lighter greenery like eucalyptus looks stunning with modern and minimalist Christmas decorations.

Simple Wreath With Candle
A partially covered wreath ring is perfectly offset by a single candle …
Simple Wreath With Fir
You can still achieve a very minimal look for your Christmas wreath even if you do use pine cuttings …
Simple Wreath With Pine Cones
A basic gold wreath ring makes a lovely frame for the simplest of winter walk nature finds …
Simple Winter Village Wreath
A very simple Christmas wreath can still be joyfully family friendly.
I adore this simplest of wreaths with it’s winter village garland.

A Gallery Of Simple Wreaths
A gallery of delicate wreaths can be the standout piece of your Christmas decor without looking cluttered …
For more simple ideas explore these minimalist Christmas wreaths …

Rustic Scandinavian Christmas Wreaths
Rustic Scandinavian style Christmas wreaths are a great alternative for simple, natural decorations that don’t look over done.
Berry & Corn Wreath
These homemade Scandinavian Christmas wreaths with berries and corn look lovely amidst rustic farmhouse Christmas decorations ,,,

Wreath With Bells
Vintage bells are an easy rustic addition to a simple green wreath …
Dried Orange Wreath
Dried oranges are a simple way to add just a little bit of layering to a rustic Christmas wreath …
It is much easier than you think to dry orange slices for decorations. You can even microwave them.
Cranberry Leaf Wreath
DIY Christmas wreaths made with little cranberry or box leaves look beautifully simple with Scandinavian farmhouse style Christmas decor …

Wooden Star Wreaths
Wooden star Christmas wreaths are super easy to make as part of your homemade Christmas decorations and look lovely indoors and outside.

Gingerbread House Wreath
This gingerbread house Christmas wreath will delight kids but truly is simple to make …
For more simple Scandinavian style ideas explore these rustic wreaths …

Different Shaped Wreaths
Christmas wreaths don’t have to be round and playing with shape is a very easy way to make a simple wreath stand out.
Wire Shaped Wreaths
These super simple DIY pine cone Christmas wreaths look lovely with both rustic natural and minimalist Christmas decorations …

Triangle Wreaths
DIY triangular wreath frames can be made easily in no time and look striking with asymmetric foliage …
This wire framed wreath with just pine and sumptuously tied ribbon looks fabulously elegant …
Large Oval Wreath
A large oval wreath is a wonderful way to add height to a room and a bit of grandeur to the simplest of Christmas decorations …
Foraged Foliage Wreath
Alternatively you can just embrace nature’s own shapes creating a wreath from the natural bending of foraged foliage on a heat warming winter walk …
Red Berry Wreaths
Red berry Christmas wreaths can look amazingly glamorous but are surprisingly easy to make.

The version below is simply red berry stems tied to a twig wreath or grapevine frame …
And this red berry wreath is just a little bit complicated with fairy lights and mini baubles added in …
Miniature Wreaths
If you are short on space for a statement Christmas wreath, garlands of miniature Christmas wreaths look lovely with both rustic Christmas decor and minimalist Christmas decorations …

This wreath garland is still lovely but simpler and doesn’t need hoops …
Outdoor Wreaths
Outdoor Christmas wreaths don’t just have to be for the front door. Simple natural wreaths with fruit look beautifully festive on doors & gates throughout your garden …

Simple Classic Wreaths
If after all these simple ideas you still hanker for a classic wreath check out the tutorials below.
The first two show you how to make your own free wreath frame from garden cuttings …
And this final tutorial shows you very clearly how to build up foliage on a metal ring frame …
More Christmas Ideas
I do hope you have found inspiration here for wreaths that will work wonderfully in your home.
I would love to hear what you make.
For more simple Christmas ideas do explore my other posts …
- Cheap Yummy Christmas Food
- Homemade Christmas Ornaments
- Rustic Christmas Decor
- Minimalist Christmas Decorations
- Traditional Christmas Cookies
- 101 DIY Christmas Gifts
- Homemade Christmas Candy
And for yet more Christmas ideas explore my Pinterest board :
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