My project, using a selection from the Creative Expressions 5-yard ribbon reels, is a Ribbon Wreath.
The base is a polystyrene ring which I bought at my local craft shop for about £3. You also need some dressmakers pins and your ribbon. I chose to use Silky Crush Ribbon in cream, champagne and brown, plus the Sheer Wrinkled Edge Ribbon in champagne and Grosgrain Stripe Ribbon in brown and ivory stripe.
The first thing I did was tie a hanging loop around the ring using some of the ribbon. The remaining ribbon needs to be cut into lengths of approximately 4-5", so this would be an ideal way of using up your off-cuts and ribbon scraps.
Curl each piece of ribbon into a circle shape, as shown, and then pin through the overlapping part and into the polystyrene ring. Continue until the polystyrene can no longer be seen.
This colourway was used to make a Decoration celebrating a Golden Anniversary, but you could easily pull out some of the colours and replace with say red and green to recycle your ribbon wreath for Christmas, or use multicolours for a Birthday decoration.
Don't forget to check DT Member Kim Dellow's blog on Friday for a special surprise.
Your next blog in the hop is Shary Nettleship.
Here is a list of everyone involved in the hop:
1. Tracy Evans
2. Trish Latimer
3. Jean Gursoy
6. Tracey Laughton
9. Kim Dellow (don't forget to check Kim's blog for a special surprise from 10am on Friday 5 April 2013).
What a really cool idea and makes a great gift x
ReplyDeleteWe must have great taste! I love your ribbon ring, very gorgeous. I love your loops. Great idea. Michelle x
ReplyDeleteA very simple but clever idea which can be adapted so easily for whatever occasion, so thank you. Regards Jackie D
ReplyDeleteMorning Tracey - what an amazing creationi love the ring. Will definately be giving this a try - might even try it with my children at school. Wonderful.
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Amanda x
what a fabby idea ,with a colour change it would look great at christmas or anytime
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Trace, the ribbon wreath is very eye catching and I love the ribbons you chose. Lovely gift idea too. Great make. Tracy x x
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea, the colours are very classy.
ReplyDeletePretty wreath, and could be used for any occasion with a change of colour.
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant idea. I should have made something like this for my in-laws 65th wedding anniversary. Jackie
ReplyDeleteWow love the colour and fab idea.
ReplyDeleteA very cool idea, very clever.
ReplyDeleteSuch a very clever idea and love the colours too! Well done!
ReplyDeleteLove Sheila xx
Great idea and love how it is so easily adaptable to various occaisons so pretty
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty and a great how to. Gorgeous project x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab idea, so adaptable for all occassions
ReplyDeleteHilary
Beautiful wreath and so neatly done. It's a great colourway but think reds and greens for christmas would look brilliant!
ReplyDeleteAnother great idea of how to use up odds and ends if ribbon. Gillian x
ReplyDeleteWhat an impressive wreath and for such a lovely event too! Stunning.
ReplyDeleteA great make , love the colours a really lovely idea hugs trace x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project and very different.
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June x
great idea and very pretty!!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular...thats all i can say and thanks for putting up the clear instructions. I am definitely going to try this. Jean xx
ReplyDeleteGreat idea i can see adaptations for Xmas!
ReplyDeletebrilliant idea for xmas decoration
ReplyDeletewow, what a great idea
ReplyDeleteWow. What a different use for the ribbon. I agree it would be lovely also in Christmas colours. SueL
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever use of ribbon!
ReplyDeleteLovely keepsake and a great idea. I love the shades you have used, nice and subtle.
ReplyDeleteJanice x
Wow! this is stunning Tracey. Love the colours, and what a fabulous gift. Linda xx
ReplyDeleteFantastic idea Tracy ! The ribbon looks totally awesome ! Sue C x
ReplyDeleteHow clever, love it. Would make a beautiful gift.
ReplyDeleteLydia
This is gorgeous xx
ReplyDeleteWOW this is stunning. Thank you for sharing and what a fantastic gift too. Great tutorial too.
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Linda xxx
cool beans, never tried a ring but now methinks it is time to start using heartfelt lush lace and ribbons
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely stunning.Amazing as a decoration for your own home or as a gift-I love it.
ReplyDeleteSuper use of the ribbons, Tracey - love your wreath and perfect for the occasion. Thanx for the chance to win in the hop.
ReplyDeleteHugz, Jan xx
Beautiful and the colours are so lush and rich
ReplyDeleteAndrea
Hi Tracey wow this is stunning and the colours are lovely,it's a great way to use up some leftover bits of ribbon. As a few people have said would also be great done in Xmas colours might just have to give this a go thanks. Love Lesley x
ReplyDeleteStunning idea!
ReplyDeletewhat a novel and beautiful way to use ribbon. The wreath can be used all year round. exquisite
ReplyDeleteThat striped ribbon in red and green would be fab for a Christmas wreath
ReplyDeleteGreat Project
ReplyDeleteChristine in Darcy....xx
Love the things that can be done with ribbon your project has inspired me . thankyou for sharing
ReplyDeleteWhat A fabulous idea and a stunning gift
ReplyDeleteJeannie xxx
Wow wow this project is one of great beauty and I have been inspired to try it.
ReplyDeleteThankyou Carol x
I am picturing this in all sorts of different colour-ways, thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteAmazing work - I imagine that took some time to make!
ReplyDeleteI can't think of anything else to say but WOW!
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I can't believe all the different ideas on all the blogs, fantastic! Louise x
ReplyDeleteI love wreaths all year round :-)
ReplyDeletewhat an unusual wreath - ideal to colour-match for any project or special event.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes.
Lynne in Spain
Briliant. I love it and the bonus is using up those off cuts etc.
ReplyDeleteWow would love this hanging in my house !
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic gift and keepsake. Love it!
ReplyDeleteVery clever and so versatile as you say change the colour change the event, brilliant
ReplyDeleteBriliant. I love it and the bonus is using up those off cuts etc.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea Tracey. This would make a fabulous gift for someone or decoration in your home. It's lovely x
ReplyDeleteGreat idea and would be brilliant for Christmas
ReplyDeleteGlad you said about using scraps as I would have kittens using that much new expensive ribbon. Nice gift idea.
ReplyDeleteTracey what a stunning project, so many uses and you could use leftover bits of ribbon to make it more cost effective, but what a fabulous gift for somebody, i would be in seventh heaven to recieve a gift like that!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the fabulous inspiration Tracey.
Crafty Hugs
Sandra Riley
I love the beautiful colours you used, this is such an elegant wreath! Thanks for the instructions, too!
ReplyDeletelove Mags B x
What a fabulous way to use the odd bits of those lovely ribbons.
ReplyDeleteSonia x
Hi Tracey what a stunning wreath, as you say one could change the colours,I will give it a go and if successful make one for my daughter Thank you for the inspiration
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Ita
What a great idea. The ribbon looks luxurious and the idea can be adapted for many textures and colour combinations. Lovely decoration
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!
ReplyDeleteLucy x
What a lovely wreath as others have said you can use up bits of ribbon us crafters always have left over.
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Heather T
WoW! What a super wreath, fantastic idea.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely , what a great idea! Would have loved to receive that for my 50th wedding anniversary.
ReplyDeleteBrittx
This is beautiful what a great idea
ReplyDeletexx
What a great idea - this would make a great gift!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Hi Tracey, love the colours to this ribbon wreath, makes the ideal gift. x
ReplyDeleteColour of the ribbon is fab.Nice project. love Helen
ReplyDeleteHi Tracey
ReplyDeleteLovely idea, great gift I love the colours you have used. What size of ring have you used? Think I fancy trying this for Christmas. I'm really enjoying the blog hop so many great projects your all so talented and kind for sharing with us.
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Fiona P
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I am really pleased you are all enjoying the blog hop. Prize winners will be announced on Monday. The ring I used Fiona was about 14" in diameter but any size would work just as we'll xx
DeleteAnopther fantastic idea. Thanks to all the bloggers for sharing with us mere mortals :)
ReplyDeleteCarol B
What a beautiful wreath.I can see it being done in festive colours for Christmas.It is lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing you wonderful ideas with us.
Sheila H.xx
Fabulous wreath and a fantastic gift. TFS
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Trish
Wow, really a fantastic eye catcher.
ReplyDeleteJust love this looks so easy to make thanks for sharing .Melanie
ReplyDeleteWow love this, what a good idea, make lovely gift x
ReplyDeleteFantastic wreath Trace & I love the colour combo too!! TFS, it's so inspirational :D
ReplyDeleteHugs Ann xx
Hello Tracey great project. Will be useful for xmas, but equally look great for a birthday gift
ReplyDeleteLove ribbons and colours. Beautiful project !! xhugsx Nikki
ReplyDeleteHi Tracey,
ReplyDeleteLove the colours and variety of ribbons you chose, very apt for a golden wedding anniversary gift, surely one that will be treasured for many years :-)
Donna Jones
Excellent project and easy to re create thanks to your instructions x looks elegant and pretty and stylish x
ReplyDeleteHi Tracey, what a nice project, so pretty. Jan x
ReplyDeletePerfect colour for the occasion! Clever design too.
ReplyDeleteAileen xx
that is amazing have just bought some heart's for my daughter-in-laws wedding and this as given me a lot of ideas thank you very much
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Very lovely project.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea and complementary colours xx hazel
ReplyDeleteFab project, love it!
ReplyDeleteThis looks brilliant and such a creative idea. great blog hop
ReplyDeletex catherine
Very pretty, the colours a lovely!!!
ReplyDeleteOMG, it's really something! It looks amazing and I love the colours too. Must remember this one for Christmas.
ReplyDeleteOh Blimey ! what an awesome project and brill idea it looks really stunning in those colors x
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful project and yes it would be a gorgeous Christmas wreath. Thanks for giving me yet another project to try.
ReplyDeleteWilma x x x x
An amazing piece of work!
ReplyDeleteOOh what a neat wreath! Love the colors and love the originality of the creation. Just beautiful
ReplyDeleteNeat idea.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for birthdays or anniversaries or bridal reminder x
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant idea...such a creative blog hop..I have been amazed by the creativity with these lovely ribbons x
ReplyDeleteStunning wreath! Definitely one to keep in mind for special occasions!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful wreath!! Thank you :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, your wreath looks amazing! Very creative!!
ReplyDeleteLovely Tracey, what a pretty make! Would look lovely on the wall! Gorgeous. Kimx
ReplyDeleteThis is really pretty, what a great idea. Glad to find some new blog
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lorraine - scotland
What a fabulous and different idea for such a great occasion x
ReplyDeleteHi Tracey
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift idea this is so pretty and as you say a great way to use up odd bits of ribbon. Really lovely
Ria
Unique! Gonna try this in a pinky lavender colourway
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea, might have to try this with the grandchildren
ReplyDeleteFabulous project - and a great idea too.
ReplyDeleteSo unusual great idea just love it Jean Z xx
ReplyDeleteWOW Tracey,
ReplyDeleteI would never have thought of using the ribbon in this way, simply stunning, I love it, what a great blog hop this is!!! thanks for sharing your ideas with us, I am already following you so will pop in again in the near future, Hugs, Vick xxx
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What a simple but really effective idea xx luv it xx Gail T xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely use for the ribbon - great decorative piece.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness... that's a real labour of love, but so worth all the fiddly effort! Fantastic make!
ReplyDeleteAlison x
Lovely idea and well executed, well done. Joy
ReplyDeleteGreat idea, will try a christmas wreath
ReplyDeleteJanice
Fab project
ReplyDeleteRosie x
Hi Tracey, What a great idea and a wonderful keepsake, a true labour of love. Really enjoying the blog hop, sooooo much inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCrafty hugs June x
Hi,
ReplyDeleteWhat a great use of the ribbon, would never of thought to do this, thanks for the inspiration,
Love he end result and thanks for the step by step.
Happy Crafting
Lesley
Wow, this is amazing and just goes to show what we could achieve using our ribbons. TFS.
ReplyDeleteMichelle E x
Absolutely inspirational. You are so talented. I love the colours.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness , this must have taken forever ! Very clever
ReplyDeleteRachel x
Wow, Wow and Wow
ReplyDeleteThat looks so easy to do the way you have explained it and yet it looks spectacular at the end! Great idea. Hugs, Jenny x
ReplyDeleteWow oh wow!
ReplyDeleteThis is delightful! It reminds of candy. It looks good enough to eat!
ReplyDeleteFabulous ribbon wreath Tracey, love your colour combo and tutorial. What a wonderful gift to receive, bet all your friends will want one now. xx
ReplyDeleteWonderful ribbon wreath, fab colour combo:)
ReplyDeleteVal x
That is a really lovely wreath, great idea and it looks as if you did it for someone special!
ReplyDeleteOh gosh, what a fantastic idea Tracey! Love the imagination & grefat way of using up ribbon like you say. I'm loving this blog hopping! xx Love Karen xx
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning wreath!
ReplyDeleteWow. What a wonderful idea. Will have to try this. Jackie x
ReplyDeleteNow that's what you call a wreath! Would look fab at Xmas.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful wreath, love the brown striped ribbon.
ReplyDeleteGreat Idea this . Would make a lovely wreath at Christmas.
ReplyDeletePat x
What a great alternative to a card love it :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing, can see a Christmas project beginning to take shape
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful, love the colours x
ReplyDeleteWhat a tactile piece lovely colours
ReplyDeletewow, TRacey, this is AWESOME... LOVE it... sooooo pretty and so my colours :O))
ReplyDeleteSuper use of ribbon and so easy to do. Love it! X
ReplyDeleteI think I need to make one of these. What a lovely idea.
ReplyDeleteFAb i really love this idea
ReplyDeleteElaine H X
yet another thing so easy to do but never ever thought of it.FAB FANTASTIC
ReplyDeleteANNE FROM SCOTLAND
Brilliant idea and so effective, I think I need to make one, or two of these.... Thanks for the inspiration :-)
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