13 Easy Knitted Wreaths For The Holidays!

In this blog post, 13 easy knitted wreaths for the holidays!

Halloween is over, so it’s time to trade our spooky decorations for the festive.

Knitted wreaths are a perfect way to bring warmth and creativity to your home. 

These patterns range from classic designs to whimsical themes, allowing you to express your style and celebrate the holidays in a cozy way.

So grab your needles and yarn, and let’s get knitting!

A Guide to Knitting Beautiful Wreaths

You can absolutely knit a wreath! 

Knitted wreaths are a fun and creative way to add a handmade touch to your holiday or seasonal decor. 

The possibilities are endless—you can go for a traditional green wreath with red accents or explore modern designs with different colors and textures. 

Knitting a wreath allows you to customize it to fit your personal style, and it can be used year after year as a unique, cozy decoration for your home.

Knitting a wreath for the holidays adds a unique, personal touch to your seasonal decor that you simply can’t get with store-bought decorations. 

It’s also a wonderful way to showcase your knitting skills and creativity, turning a traditional symbol of the holidays into something truly one-of-a-kind. 

Additionally, a knitted wreath can become a cherished keepsake that you bring out year after year, adding warmth and a sense of tradition to your holiday celebrations. 

Plus, it’s a fun and rewarding project that you can enjoy making for yourself or as a thoughtful handmade gift for others.

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What are the different types of wreath bases?  

For knitted wreaths, there are a few different types of wreath bases that work well, depending on the look and structure you want:

1. Foam Wreath Base: Foam is a popular choice for knitted wreaths because it’s lightweight and provides a solid structure. You can easily wrap your knitted piece around the foam, securing it with pins or glue. Foam wreaths also allow for adding additional knitted or crocheted decorations, such as flowers or leaves.
2. Wire Wreath Base: A wire base is sturdy and offers flexibility for attaching different sections of your knitted wreath. It works particularly well for chunkier or bulkier knit designs, like garlands or knitted tubes that you want to wrap around and secure to the frame.
3. Grapevine or Twig Wreath Base: Natural wreath bases like grapevine or twigs add a rustic element. For a knitted wreath, these bases are great for a more natural, handmade look. You can knit small decorations or garlands and intertwine them with the branches, letting the base peek through for texture.
4. Straw Wreath Base: Straw provides a rustic, organic texture similar to grapevine. You can wrap your knitted piece around the straw base, and it’s easy to secure with pins or yarn. This type of base works well for wreaths with a more natural, farmhouse-style aesthetic.
5. Homemade Stuffed Wreath Base: You can also create your own base by knitting a long tube, stuffing it with fiberfill, and then shaping it into a wreath form. This knitted base itself becomes the structure, providing a soft, fully handmade wreath that can be customized in color and texture.

How to choose a wreath size for your front door?   

To choose the right wreath size for your front door, you’ll want to consider the size of the door and the overall visual impact you want to create. 

A standard front door is typically 36 inches wide, and a wreath that is about 18 to 26 inches in diameter is usually a good fit for this size, providing balance without overwhelming the door. 

For a more dramatic look, you could opt for a larger wreath, around 28 to 36 inches, especially if your door is wider or part of a double-door entry. 

Make sure there’s enough space between the wreath and the edges of the door, ideally leaving about 6 to 12 inches of visible door frame around the wreath for a balanced appearance. 

If you have additional decorations on the door, such as garlands or lights, a smaller wreath might work better to avoid a cluttered look. 

Always consider your door’s proportions and the overall style you’re going for to ensure the wreath complements your home’s exterior.

What supplies do you need to knit a Christmas wreath? 

To knit a Christmas wreath, you’ll need a few key supplies. 

First, choose your yarn—chunky or medium-weight yarn in festive colors like green, red, or white works well. 

You’ll also need knitting needles appropriate for your yarn size. A wreath base, such as a foam, wire, or grapevine form, will provide structure for your knitted pieces to wrap around. 

Additionally, have scissors to trim yarn and a yarn needle to weave in ends or sew knitted sections together. 

You might need a crochet hook nearby in case you drop a stitch or two.  

Pins or glue may be helpful for securing the knitted cover to the wreath base. 

For extra embellishments, you can add knitted decorations like holly leaves, berries, or bows or incorporate ribbons, ornaments, or lights to give your wreath a festive touch. 

Finally, a blocking mat and pins can help shape your knitted pieces for a neat finish before attaching them to the base.

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Knitting Lessons

If you are new to the craft and need help with the knitting basics, check out more free how-to resources here: Knitting Lessons (With Video Tutorials).

There, you will find step-by-step tutorials for all the different knitting techniques a newbie needs to know.

This includes how to cast on, how to bind off, how to knit the basic stitches, how to knit short rows, and more. 

Also included is a list of knitting abbreviations (UK + US terms), a knitting needle size guide, and more.

If you need more video tutorials, check out my YouTube channel here – Handy Little Me – YouTube.

For extra help and to connect with more makers, check out the Handylittleme Facebook group. 

If you also love to crochet, check out easy patterns here – Free Crochet Patterns

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