No Wire Hangers! (Well, Maybe Just One)

Here's a Christmas wreath so darling and dear, even Miss Crawford would approve. 

Take one of these...

and bend it into the form of a circle. Then, grab your glue gun and as many round ornaments in varying sizes as you can find. You'll need about 80 in all. Whenever I do my tree, I like the more unusual shapes, so it's always the round ones I have left over. Even if you don't, though, you can always find them for reasonable prices at a discount retailer, especially after the holidays.    

To secure the metal cap to the ball, dab a little hot glue and press. That way, the cap will remain attached as the ornaments are strung. 

Next, untwist the end of the hanger, then string one ornament at a time, making sure to alternate the placement and colors as desired. Use smaller sizes to fill in the gaps! 

Check out the final result! To secure it to the door, I used the hook end of the hanger, together with a little wire. Then I covered it up with bubblegum pink satin ribbon and a bow. How simple and beautiful is that?

Comments

[Susan]

LOVE THIS!

[esra]

it not beautiful ı do beautiful

[Bridget Navoda Giunta - a.k.a. Bridie Murphy]

Aha! I've got my vintage Shiny Brites ready to go (donations to the Caring Place, this wreath will be for silent auction to raise funds for the facility) -- I was vexed on just HOW to make a sturdy wreath without overdoing the glue...and voila', here YOU are and it's fabulous.

great tip!

[Bella Casa]

Gorgeous!

[Jesse]

Whoah! That came out really great, I just put away all my Xmas stuff, but next year, this puppy is goin' up.

Thanks!

[Ginger]

Love this idea..cute and lovely.

[katy curtis]

I love all of your ideas I will be looking here often
katy

[Jiya James]

Something I never expected to make of like that.

[Keith Barkley]

From 1-10 we give this ideal,
A 9
Very beautiful !

[Heder Reza]

Good work. Its called to make new things from old items

[suman]

great simplt wreath,but where to get ornaments?

[Rowan]

That is a really fantastic idea. I would probably drop it the instant that I finished it, though. lol

[Creative Origins]

How beautifully simple! Thanks so much.
I've got to make these!!

[Pam]

Now all I need is the instructions on how to make a glass ball ornament table top tree. Not sure how to form wire to make the shape of a small tree---how to attach the balls, etc.

[Tabitha (From Single to Married)]

Hi Eddie - I realize that the holidays are gone, but I finally got up my post and wanted to show you what we made (thanks to you) over the holidays. I think they turned out beautifully! btw - I used one of your pictures, I hope you don't mind. :)

Here's the link: http://www.fromsingletomarried.com/2009/01/06/making-a-wreath/

[gina94984]

totally gorgeous

[Susan]

That is beautiful!! This looks easy enough for a klutz like me to try...LOL.

[Ashley @ Domestic Fashionista]

Oh my goodness...this is beautiful...and EASY???!!!! Be still my heart...I think I just fell in love ;)

[julia]

great idea!! i am trying one right now!! but i need some help!! did you find that a certain pattern (1 big, 1 small, 2 big, 4 small, etc) worked best?? I can't seem to get the ornaments to set right??

anyone that can help, please!! i can be emailed at jladewski@hotmail.com

[Lisa Maughmer]

Perfect! I needed a reason to keep collecting!!! Thank you!

[Sarah @ Thr]

Oh MY this is SO much easier than it looks! I'm going to have to stop throwing away the wire hangers and try this! Great idea!

[Darlene]

I saw your wreath on "One Pretty Thing." It is absolutely gorgeous.

[Kim Leggett]

Hi Eddie, I was so inspired by this beautiful wreath that I made a similar small version for a vintage piece that I am showing on my blog. Hope you check it out. And, while you're there take a look at our very special Christmas tree, designed completely by my 5 year old grandson. Were you designing at that age? He has great ideas all the time. http://www.rescripted.blogspot.com Best holiday wishes!!!

[My @ tha Hotness]

Super duper cute and easy... Thanks.

[Shannon]

I have wanted to know how to make one of these for years! I love your simple tutorial! Thanks so much.

[Maryam in Marrakech]

Holy moly, if Christmas weren't almost over. Sniff.

PS Eddie, you know I would totally love to sell you a Moroccan carpet or blanket at a super good price. Just let me know what catches your fancy.

[Liz]

I love that! I'm going to have to pick up some ornaments at the day after Christmas sales. I could even have my students make these - if I can get the ornaments cheap enough.

[Katy]

Love love love the wreath! Could you do a post on how to create the perfect bow?? I just made an indoor wreath and I love it all except for the bow I made to hang it up with! I know your tips and tricks on how to create the perfect bow would be fantastic!

[alia]

Only our Eddie could combine hot glue, ornaments and Mommie Dearest. This is truly stunning. I think I love you more than Joan Crawford!

[Emma]

Thanks for this! Looks stunning but seems surprisingly easy to make. I will make this next year when I find lots of cheap baubles in the sales.

[foobella]

What I want to know is how to make that BOW!

[Katie]

Oh my gosh this is SO much easier than the one I made! I will definitely do this next year!

[Terri]

Well, that's the prettiest wreath! I've always hated wire hangers - now I know what to do with them! Thanks for the brilliant ideas and great instructions too!! Terri

[le petit cabinet de curiosites]

Gorgeous ! thank you for the inspiration

[Mrs. JP]

Goreous, Oh Eddie I love you. I'm going to so do this next year. Thanks for the inspiration.

[April~Living The Sweet Life]

I too collect vintage glass ornaments. I will be on the look out for a bunch of rounds to make this lovely wreath.
Merry Christmas!
April

[amy]

Found you via Oh Happy Day. I haven't even been past the first page & I know I'm going to add you to my daily reads. Oh my gosh -- I made a fabulous wreath out of vintage blue glass ornaments I found at Salvation Army (a huge boot box for $3) last year. But I followed a Martha tutorial & used a form and a glue gun. Much swearing ensued. This is a fantastic idea! Next Christmas, I'm coming back here. Thank you!

[Lori]

The wreath is just gorgeous! Let me give you my address so you can send it to me. . haha. I love the colors and who knew it could be so easy! Have to admit though, I got a momentary shiver. . "No more wire hangers"!!!!

Lori

[Jennifer Karlen]

LOOOOVE IT! Someone recommended I make one of these for my daughter's room after seeing her tree on my blog. It's perfect! Check out her pink paradise...
www.sippycupsareforchardonnay.blogspot.com

Jennifer

[erin]

I just love this. If I have extra ornaments, I am going to try it.

[sandra/tx]

OMG, Eddie, I can't believe you made that with a wire hanger. I converted to plastic hangers long ago, and I try not to buy anything that requires dry cleaning, but I'm totally raiding my closet tonight for a wire hanger. Thanks for the idea!

[Elizabeth]

OMG thank you so much! This is WAY simpler than what I thought it would be and also beautiful - two things I love, especially together!

[the WONGERS!!!]

love this idea!!!! miss u eddie!!!

[Kwana]

This is so on my to do list. I have to make one for next your. Genius!

[kay*]

genius. i'm going to make one.

[happy zombie]

Saw this on Craft:... I love it... gonna make it and love your toot. And love the Joan Crawford reference.

[Melanie O.]

So that's how you make ornament wreaths! Thanks so much for demystifying the process! I'm trying this next year with all the Christmas ornaments I'll pick up on clearance after Christmas!

[Tita Carré]

I loved,kiss

[Judy]

It's beautiful Eddie. And so easy. I'll have to make a note to make one next year. Time is running out for this one.

[An Aesthete's Lament]

Insanely pretty. I'm doing this next year too.

[Fe]

This is awesome... woo-hoo... After-Christmas sales, here I come! I'll be building this next year. Thanks.

[Annie cox]

Eddie your wreath is lovely. HOWEVER the wire hanger you untwisted it -- why ?? IF you secure the silver cap to the ball --the little wire filament can be removed right?? sooo-- if the cap is glued on and you remove the filament to string/secure the ornament on to the round wire circle( re attach the thin filament) the untwisting of the hook part is unnecessary right?? I would think someone could break the ornaments attempting to re-twist it back together

[DecorPad]

FABULOUS! I am going to do this next year! LOVES IT!

[Rachel]

Wow, that IS easy! I love this method. I'll be linking.

[mylyn]

what a great DIY project! love your blog more and more each post!

[Visual Vamp]

Okay I'm going to do this. I hope it's as simple as your excellent instructions show ha ha. I have enough glue gun burn scars to last me several lifetimes.
xo xo

[stacy di]

I love this idea! Really lovely.

[hanako66]

LOVE this Eddie! I would have never thought to use a hanger....how creative!!! I am going to do my best to try this before Christmas, but it may have to wait until next year. Thank you so much for sharing!!! xoxo Aline

[kim]

love this. totally what i have been looking for, you are fantastic.

how many balls did you use?

[Maria]

I LOVE IT! and I love your blog, I am so happy that you share so much with us! I am definitely hitting the sales after christmas and making a wreath for next year! you are awesome!!

[Content in a Cottage]

WOW...Now I have to find a wire hanger. There is not a single one in my house. I have LOTS of extra Christmas balls.

Thanks Eddie for this great tutorial.

I have a free download for you on by blog today...check it out.

♥Rosemary

[LindsB]

This is beautiful! I've been meaning to make one this year but have not gotten around to it. I think I'll purchase some ornaments on sale this year and store them away to make this next year.

[Lori]

Thank you. I have been looking for a post on how to do this and all the ones I have found have been way too complicated. So pretty!

[kath]

Very clever! I made one last year, using a foam wreath and hot glue and it seems to be holding up pretty well, but this is so much easier! I also wove some green garland throughout to cover up any bare spots that you could still see.
When I was a kid (many years ago), we tied plastic baggies around a hanger to make a nice wreath. The wire hangers are so versatile, aren't they?

[Danielle]

Eddie! What a great idea! I am totally going to do this. Wreaths are something that I want to add to my Christmas collection but often find them out of my budget, however, this wreath is both elegant and affordable and can be created new every year! thank you!

[meili]

very creative and artistic... really really nice!!! wish i had that gift too :o)

anyway, i saw you in one of the blogs i visted...i'm inviting you to share your thoughts in my blog...would really appreciate it if u can :o)

http://shewritesyouwrite.blogspot.com/

thanks!

[Christie Lefebvre]

That's gorgeous!! I'm doing a drift wood and shell wreath now. Just a wee spray of white paint to tip everything off, and some clear glitter for frost. I have to do my beach winter look :) I'm off to get glass ornaments now...I love a holiday project :)

Christie
x

[Tabitha (From Single to Married)]

Wow! I am totally going to make one of these this year with my mom and sister. What a great idea!!

[Gabrielle]

This was great...I can't wait to make mine!

[Charm City]

My freakin chin just hit the freakin floor!

[Carrie]

How cool, I have always loved ornament wreaths but had no idea they were this easy to make. Thanks always Eddie! Happy Holidays!!!

[Rhoda]

Another winner, Eddie! I've seen these in magazines & it always looks hard to make, but you make it look SO easy. I thought those were all glued together. the coat hanger is brilliant & looks SO gorgeous. I just may have to put this one on my to-do list.

[Kara]

So much more darling than an ornament wreath from the store.

[Vicki]

I once spent hours gluing ornaments to a form....your is so simple!!! Thanks for a beautiful wreath!!!!

[The Undomesticated Wife]

You've got to be kidding me! This is so cute, and so simple! I love this idea!

[Kara]

Damn it Eddie, you've done it again!
xx
Kara

[Kristen Shellenbarger]

Gasp..WHAT!? Is it normal that I now will have a zillion of these wreaths for year round?! Thank you dry cleaners!! Great idea Eddie!
XO

[marilyn @ simmer till done]

Simple, genius, simply genius! It's lovely, Eddie, and a great share. Seeing "Joan" up there makes me want to yell "now clean...up...this...mess!" LOL.

[Renovation Therapy]

Well done!

I know someone who makes these and sells them for a fortune.

She has often scolded people for putting them on a dooor though as the action of opening & closing smashes bulbs. She also puts an enormous layer of Elmers glue in the areas where the bulbs touch to keep the balls from moving around.

[Junk Sophisticate]

Wow! I had no idea this could be done so easily! Thank you so much for sharing your project with us.

[Christy]

Oh, yay! I LOVE that wreath and I am so making one!! Thanks for the idea and great instructions.

[melissa i]

LOVE IT! Dwight says we can make one of those - and with your instructions I KNOW we can! Thanks for yet another inspiring, inexpensive way to brighten our holidays!!!

[Deborah]

Beautiful and brilliant in it's simplicity! I wish I had 80 leftover Christmas ornaments, but will start scouring ebay and thrift stores (and at least will be prepared for next year!).

[Kim Michelle]

Yet again, a wonderful idea and great instructions! Thank you!

[Linda]

Swoon! Simply gorgeous!!

[Leslie Rowlands]

Love the wreath!
Also the color scheme! So yummy looking with the colors! Great idea.

[Theresa-Garden Antqs Vintage]

Wow, you made that look so easy, but I'm sure mine wouldn't be near as pretty as the one you made!

[Virginia Houston]

I love this idea. I have boxes of the same ornaments you collect and I don't have enough places to put them. Thanks for the inspiration.

[Shauna]

This is the best holiday DIY idea ever! It looks great and way better than store bought wreaths!! Thank you for sharing.

[Michelle]

So clever!!! I can't wait to try this!

[Elizabeth]

I love ornamental wreaths. We have one in our hearth room and it always made me wonder how our family could make one. Thank you so much for answering that question, Eddie! Your wreath is beautiful.

More vinatage ornaments?

Perhaps my eldest will have a new holiday project for this weekend. If so, I'll send you pictures of the finished product.

Thank you as always for sharing your talents with us. Have a lovely Wednesday.

[Sebastian]

I just bought a wreath like this all in copper and gold ornaments at Goodwill the other day to go in my kitchen which has a lot of copper pots.

This would also make a wonderful surround for a vase, punchbowl, etc. on a table.

[barb]

All I can say is "Yessss"
Now, to start collecting more shiny brights. L-ove the pink bow :)
Barb

[Shawn]

Oh my gosh. I've seen these but never knew it could be so simple! Thanks!

[Sue]

That is a use for a wire hanger that I can embrace. Love, love, love.

[kristen]

this is stunning (and i recognize those amazing aqua ornaments) and as always, you make it so easy! thank you.

[HollowSquirrel]

That is adorable. I love it!

[Cathleen]

Awesome, love that wasn't sure how that was done! Thank you once again! :-) Cathleen
check out my post on Harold lloyds silent film star's ornament collection, you will love it. :-)

[Cheryl]

OMG! I love this and so easy. Thanks for sharing. I am going to go make one!

[Allison]

This is gorgeous and so easy! I love it! I'm totally doing this next year.