The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative with your Christmas decor, and this DIY candy cane wreath is a fun, festive way to brighten up your front door. Using deco mesh gives your wreath a full, fluffy look that instantly catches the eye and adds a cheerful pop of color to your entryway.
This DIY Christmas wreath is perfect for beginners who don’t have any crafting skills. Bonus, this project also costs next to nothing! Let’s get started.
🎀 Materials Needed
- Candy cane wreath form or old wire hanger
- Pool noodle
- Mesh ribbon (in red, white, green or holiday colors)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Wire cutters
- Ribbon or pipe cleaners (for securing mesh and decorations)
- Additional décor: ornaments, bows, faux greenery, bells, etc.
The good news is that this project doesn’t require any fancy tools or special skills.
Start by twisting the ribbon of choice tightly around the entire wreath form. This way the pool noodle is looking less like a….well, pool noodle.
Next add the ribbon or pipe cleaners in random around the candy cane form. You will use these pieces to attach the ribbon to.
Then cut your deco mesh in alternating colors into about 15-20″ lengths.
After you’ve cut your mesh pieces and added the ribbon, start by rolling the ends of each mesh piece and then squeeze the mesh piece in the middle and attach it to the ribbon by tying a knot. Continue working your way around the form, alternating red and white and green mesh to create that classic candy cane pattern.
Once the mesh is attached, the next step is to fluff each section to give your wreath a full, rounded shape. You can get creative in different ways by adding different ribbons, small ornaments, or even faux candy canes for extra holiday charm. Some people like to place a few decorative accents in the center of the wreath, while others prefer to keep the focus on the bold candy cane shape itself.
The result is a bright, cheerful DIY candy cane wreath that’s guaranteed to make your home feel warm and welcoming all season long. Whether you hang it indoors or outside, this project is a perfect way to celebrate the holiday season and add a handmade touch to your Christmas decor.
Candy Cane Mesh wreath with a pool noodle and wire hanger
I hope this was a simple tutorial that gives you ideas on how to create your own simple Christmas wreath!
