INSIDE: How to upcycle an old sweater into a winter wreath with flower rosettes made from an old scarf. Repurpose thrift store clothing.
My poor sweater bit the dust. It was the perfect color to go with everything and the perfect weight for our chilly then suddenly warm Arizona winter weather. I think what did it in was strapping on Child #3 into the baby carrier while towing a protesting Child #2 as we walked Child #1 into kindergarten every morning.
Apparently, that school year was just too much for my awesome sweater to withstand (and probably mom too) and hole after hole, it slowly become unwearable.
But do you think I tossed it? Of course not!! It was re-purposed into a DIY winter wreath. And while at it, I also upcycled an old scarf to create accent flowers. And this is how I did it…
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How to Make a Winter Wreath from Old Sweater and Scarf
Supplies:
– Old sweater
– Craft scissors
– Straight pins
– Styrofoam extruded wreath (I used an 16″ wreath form size)
How to Make a Winter Wreath from Old Sweater with Scarf Flowers
Determine which part of the sweater you want to use. Cut 4-6″ wide strips the length of the sweater.
Secure one end of the strip to the inside of the foam wreath with a straight pin.
Wrap it around the wreath. Continue doing this until you cover the entire wreath.
How to Repurpose an Old Sweater into Winter Wreath with Flowers
If the sweater has pockets – as mine did – gather each pocket to mimic the look of a round bow.
Secure with straight pins.
Friendly note: Your sweater doesn’t have pockets. No problem. Cut additional long sweater strips (possibly gluing ends together to make a longer length) and wrap around top of wreath form and tie a bow.
Cut two short strips from any part of the sweater (I used a contrasting section) and pin underneath the bow to make “tails”.
what to make with an old scarf
Learn how I upcycled an old scarf into accent floral rosettes to add to the wreath. Check out the tutorial here.
What have you re-purposed recently? Tell me in the comments.
This project is featured in 34 Projects Made From Old Sweaters from FaveCrafts.
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Leslie says
January 6, 2017 at 4:59 amSo sorry to hear your favorite sweater is a goner, but it does look fantastic as a wreath! Thanks for the great ideas. Pinning for future reference!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
January 6, 2017 at 5:26 amThanks Leslie! I’m still on a hunt for a good cardigan.
Anika says
January 6, 2017 at 6:37 pmLove the wreath!!! Sorry your sweater has to take a hit to get this pretty cozy wreath 🙂 At least you can look at it everyday now 🙂
Mother of 3 says
January 9, 2017 at 12:57 pmThat is so cute and cozy looking!
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
January 10, 2017 at 7:28 amWhat a creative idea! Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY link party!
Teresa says
January 13, 2017 at 3:58 amIt’s a wonderful wreath, and a great upcycle. Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party this week. Pinned!
Kimm at Reinvented says
January 13, 2017 at 2:07 pmThat’s a neat idea Victoria. I have a few good sweater candidates for this project. Thanks for sharing on Funtastic Friday.
Leslie Soto says
January 14, 2017 at 6:37 pmHi! I’m one of the hostesses from Welcome Home Wednesday Link Up. I love this idea for a torn sweater! Your wreath is so adorable. I’ll be making one of these soon!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
January 15, 2017 at 5:38 amThanks so much Leslie!
[email protected] says
January 15, 2017 at 8:13 pmSo cute. Great tutorial. Thank you for sharing with us at Vintage Charm.
debbie stolle says
January 24, 2017 at 6:35 pmA very creative re-use! Cute wreath.
Jen says
January 26, 2017 at 9:41 pmBummer about the fave sweater, but this is cute. Very cute. I have an ugly sweater sitting in my cabinet right now that would be much prettier as a wreath. Thanks for sharing your tutorial!
Lisa Ehrman says
February 22, 2017 at 9:26 amThis is a great re-use project! I love the look of the finished wreath; it’s warm and cozy for winter. Thanks for sharing your talent at Together on Tuesdays.
Beverly says
October 9, 2017 at 6:12 amYour upcycled wreath is fun, Victoria! Great way to reuse the old sweater. I love the bow. Pinned.
Laurie says
October 9, 2017 at 7:32 amGreat upcycle project Victoria! This is such a pretty wreath. Amazing what you can do with an old sweater! Pinned and shared!
Karren Haller says
October 9, 2017 at 7:54 pmWell this is a new way to display your favorite sweater, hope you find another cozy one.
Thank you for sharing on Oh My Heartsie Girls WW this week!
Pinned to share.
Have a great week!
Hil says
October 13, 2017 at 7:36 pmThose are so pretty! They just oooze comfort!
Thanks for sharing at #bloggerspotlight!
Shared on my group boards.
Kathleen says
October 24, 2017 at 2:12 pmWhat a cute way to recycle an old favorite sweater! I’ve always loved rosettes, too — yours are perfect! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm:) Pinned!
Rajlakshmi says
November 28, 2017 at 8:58 pmWhat a cool idea… Wonderful DIY work.
Amber Harrop says
December 4, 2017 at 3:31 pmWhat a sweet upcycle of a old sweater – love the roses
Teri @ The Freshman Cook says
January 3, 2018 at 8:15 pmThis is adorable and so creative! Thank you for sharing at Celebrate It!
Keri says
January 27, 2018 at 10:17 pmI love that oversized bow! Your wreath is so adorable! I was scrolling through the Show and Tell Link Party and couldn’t help but take a closer look. <3
Emily says
January 3, 2019 at 3:49 pmThis is such a creative way to reuse an old sweater! I’m including your wreath in my Merry Monday Party Features next week—we’d love to have you come by again to share a few more projects 🙂
Julie says
January 5, 2019 at 5:32 pmWhat a fun way to save an old favourite!
I love the little bright flowers too.
Amy says
January 28, 2019 at 7:34 pmThis is so cute! I love the colors. I hate it when favorite pieces finally bite the dust, but it’s so nice when you are able to repurpose them. Thanks for sharing at Sweet Inspiration!