$10 - $15 (based on 2017 prices)
Makes one wreath
The Dia de Los Muertos portion of 2017’s haunted house required dozens of wreaths for an intricate funeral scene. To prevent myself from using the same design for each prop, I did variations on the motif. For this version, I incorporated the butterflies common in the holiday. What I like about this prop is its versatility. The colors of everything from the leaves to the ribbon can be altered for a unique look, from a dull monochromatism like the one I made to a vibrant polychromatism like the butterfly wreath.
- One six-inch grapevine wreath
- Three four-foot garlands of fall leaves (roughly thirty-six leaves per garland)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Three decorative butterflies
- One foot of red ribbon
2. Add further flourishes to the wreath by gluing butterflies to the foliage. You can use an evenly spaced pattern to create balance or a random placement for extra irregularity. While I used insects with brown wings to complement the leaves, the hues can be modified for your specific scheme.
3. To create the bow, fold the ribbon in half to establish the first fold. Then, working outward from both sides, cluster the ribbon into tight loops to form an accordion, leaving the ends on both sides free to dangle down. For the time-pressed haunter, it might be easier to purchase a premade item for this project. Once the bow is formed and the glue holding it together has dried, attach it to the open portion of the wreath. Although I used hot glue, you can utilize superglue for a sturdier hold, especially if you plan to display this item in windy conditions for an extended period.
4. If the wreath did not come with hanging loops, you can fashion one with steel wire. Likewise, the wreath can be enhanced further with additional details, like acorns, pinecones, or small gourds.
*You will not use the entire bottle’s content for this project.
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