Loopy Yarn Wreath

’Tis the season for a festive wreath on the door! Here’s a quick and easy DIY Loopy Yarn Wreath idea that you can create in less than an hour. It takes no special skills, and is sure to get lots of compliments all season long.

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How to Make a Loopy Yarn Wreath

The secret to this project is the loopy yarn itself. Wrapped around a wreath form, it creates fluffy, textured magic! Just gather the supplies below, then let’s get started.

Materials

2 skeins of Bernat Alize Blanket Yarn EZ – your choice of color
styrofoam wreath form (mine is approx 13.5”)
straight pins OR glue
1 roll of wide ribbon
floral wire
wire cutters
scissors
(optional) faux greenery

Instructions

Pin the end of one skein of yarn to the wreath form.

You can also secure this with glue for an extra hold.

Image contains Amy’s hand holding a green styrofoam wreath with the end of a skein of white loopy yarn pinned to it.

Wrap the loopy yarn around the wreath form until it is completely covered.

My 13.5” wreath form took about 1 1/2 skeins of yarn. When you get to the ends, pin and/or glue them to the wreath form to secure.

Image contains a green styrofoam wreath form half wrapped with loopy white yarn on a white table.

Create a bow using wide ribbon and secure it to the wreath.

I attached mine using floral wire. If you don’t know how to make a bow, you can purchase a pre-made one instead. You can also tie a more traditional bow if you prefer.

Image contains Amy’s hand holding a red and white striped ribbon bow.

Optional: Tuck a few branches of faux greenery under both sides of the bow.

This adds a little extra color and texture to your wreath.

Image contains a wreath made of loopy white yarn with a red and white bow and faux greenery on a dark blue door.

All that’s left to do is display it on your wall or front door! Different colors of yarn will create a totally different effect. White gives off a snowy, wintery vibe, while red really pops for Christmas! You can also create this same wreath using any colors that match your decor.

Image contains a wreath made of red loopy yarn, with a red and white striped ribbon bow and faux greenery on a white wall.

Crafting Tips

I attached the bow at the top of my wreath, but if you prefer, you can attach it to the bottom instead.
Feel free to vary the size of the wreath form based on the space you have to hang your finished project.
If the wreath form won’t hang on your nail or hook, just wrap a piece of wire around it underneath the bow and form a wire loop in the back.

Image contains a wreath made from white loopy yarn, with a red and white striped ribbon bow and faux greenery, hanging on a dark blue door.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this take to make?

The most time consuming part is wrapping the yarn. You should be able to complete this in an hour or less, an easy project for an afternoon or while you’re watching TV.

Where do I find the loopy yarn?

I got mine on sale at JoAnn Fabrics, but you can also find it at other craft stores, or online. Mine was Bernat Alize brand, but any kind of pre-looped yarn you find will work.