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    Home » DIY Projects

    Make a Rag Wreath Ornament - Quick and Easy Crafting

    December 23, 2020 by Patti Estep 2 Comments

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    Red and white striped rag wreath ornament on tree

    This rag wreath ornament craft is a great project to make with the kids as it is fast, thrifty, and easy. They look so nice on the tree and are perfect for a last minute holiday gift.

    Red and white striped rag wreath ornament.

    I enjoy making things with all the scrap fabric I have in my house. Sometimes there's quite a bit of fabric leftover from a project and sometimes there's just bits and pieces. Either way, being able to use up material I already have on hand is a great money saver and a rewarding experience.

    This rag wreath craft is the perfect example. The term rag wreath denotes using rags or scrap fabric to create a simple and pretty wreath. Many people make them in large form and hang them in their homes all year round. You can use this same tutorial on a larger scale to make a year-round rag wreath for your home too.

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    Red and white ticking fabric, mini wooden embroidery hoop and black scissors.

    This pretty red and white striped ticking fabric was leftover from last year's Christmas treat bags. It's such a pretty material I had to use it for this craft. The mini embroidery hoops were extras from the punch needle ornaments project. How great to have both on hand to make these simple ornaments for the tree.

    How to Make Rag Wreath Ornaments

    Supplies

    • Scrap fabric
    • Mini embroidery hoops
    • Scissors
    • Ribbon or cording for hanging (optional)
    Small wooden embroidery hoop next to several strips of red and white fabric and a black pair of scissors.

    Mini Rag Wreath Ornament - Style 1

    Start by cutting or ripping strips of fabric about 1/2 inch by 8 inches in length. I used about 20 pieces to cover this 4-inch hoop.

    Folded strip of red and white striped fabric set under an embroidery hoop edge.

    Fold the fabric strip in half with wrong sides together. Then place it under the hoop with about 1.5 inches of the loop to the outside of the hoop.

    Strip of fabric tying onto a wood embroidery hoop.

    Then take the ends of the folded strip and thread them over the hoop and through the loop. Pull tightly and adjust as necessary.

    Pieces of red and white fabric tied onto an embroidery hoop.

    Continue until you fill the hoop with fabric.

    Red and white striped fabric ornament hanging on the Christmas tree.

    Hang directly on the tree or add a thin cord or ribbon and use it to hang the wreath on the tree.

    Red flannel fabric used to make a Christmas ornament.

    Rag Wreath Ornament - Style 2

    You can also simply tie the strips of fabric in a double knot around the edges of the embroidery hoop. In this case, you will have ends of the fabric on both the inside and outside of the hoop for a different look. Even though I used the same size hoop I needed a few more pieces of fabric to make this wreath. The number of pieces will also depend on the weight and thickness of the fabric you use.

    Dark red rag wreath ornament hanging on the tree.

    What Kind of Fabric Should You Use?

    The first one is heavy cotton ticking fabric and the one shown above is deep red cotton flannel.

    You could use any kind of fabric that you have available. However, I like working with cotton because it's sturdy and stays in place. Softer silky fabric will work but may be a little harder to cut or work with and may require some finagling.

    Also, the two examples I've shown are pretty basic. You can get creative by mixing up patterns and colors for a unique rag wreath ornament. I think using fabric in different patterns in the same color family would be a fun idea to try.

    Alternate Hoop Ideas

    If you don't have any mini embroidery hoops and don't have time to purchase them, try other things you may have in the house such as mason jar rings. Or just cut a circle out of thick cardboard.

    Two mini rag wreath ornaments. One is red and white striped and the other all dark red.

    This simple Christmas craft is easy enough for the kids to try. It might be a great activity to do with them on Christmas Eve or Christmas day. Then everyone can go home with their own little creation.

    Two rag wreath ornaments. One is red and white striped and the other dark red flannel.
    Red and white striped rag wreath ornament.
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    Rag Wreath Ornament

    Use scraps of fabric and a mini embroidery hoop to create a pretty ornament for your tree. Easy and safe enough for kids.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Active Time20 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Christmas Ornaments
    Yield: 1
    Author: [email protected]

    Equipment

    • Ruler
    • scissors

    Materials

    • Scrap fabric
    • Mini embroidery hoops
    • Ribbon optional

    Instructions

    • Cut or rip pieces of fabric about 1/2 inch by 8 inches long.
    • Fold the strips in half with the wrong sides together.
    • Place the fabric under the hoop with the loop end sticking out about an inch.
    • Bring the ends of the fabric up and over the hoop edge and through the loop making a knot.
    • Adjust as necessary.
    • Continue until you fill the hoop.
    • Hang on the tree as is or add a loop of ribbon for hanging.

    Notes

    You can also make a similar wreath with shorter pieces that are only 6 inches long. With these, you can simply make a double knot over the hoop edges giving you fabric on both sides as illustrated with the red wreath above.

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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    1. Ava Pandrock

      January 15, 2021 at 11:47 am

      I have not made ornament yet trying to get all my decorations put away but very cute.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 15, 2021 at 12:50 pm

        Ava, I know it was a last minute Christmas craft. I'm glad you liked it. Maybe something you can do next Christmas.

        Reply

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