INSIDE: How to upcycle an old sweater into a wreath with flower rosettes made from an old scarf.
My poor sweater bit the dust. It was the perfect color to go with anything and the perfect weight for our chilly then suddenly warm Arizona weather. I think what did it in was strapping on Child #1 into the baby carrier while towing a protesting Child #2 as we walked Child #3 into kindergarten every morning. Apparently, that school year was just too much for the sweater to withstand (and probably mom too) and hole after hole, it slowly become unwearable.
But do you think I tossed it? No! It was re-purposed into a DIY sweater winter wreath. And while at it, I also upcycled an old scarf to create accent flower rosettes. And this is how I did it…
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diy sweater winter wreath
Supplies:
– Old sweater
– Craft scissors
– Straight pins
– Styrofoam extruded wreath (I used an 16″ wreath form size)
Step #1:
Determine which part of the sweater you want to use. Cut 4-6″ wide strips the length of the sweater.
Step #2:
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.
use the sweater pockets as a bow
Step #3:
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.
Step #4:
Cut two short strips from any part of the sweater (I used a contrasting section) and pin underneath the bow.
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.
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So 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!
Thanks Leslie! I’m still on a hunt for a good cardigan.
Love 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 🙂
That is so cute and cozy looking!
What a creative idea! Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY link party!
It’s a wonderful wreath, and a great upcycle. Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party this week. Pinned!
That’s a neat idea Victoria. I have a few good sweater candidates for this project. Thanks for sharing on Funtastic Friday.
Hi! 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!
Thanks so much Leslie!
So cute. Great tutorial. Thank you for sharing with us at Vintage Charm.
A very creative re-use! Cute wreath.
Bummer 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!
This 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.
Your upcycled wreath is fun, Victoria! Great way to reuse the old sweater. I love the bow. Pinned.
Great upcycle project Victoria! This is such a pretty wreath. Amazing what you can do with an old sweater! Pinned and shared!
Well 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!
Those are so pretty! They just oooze comfort!
Thanks for sharing at #bloggerspotlight!
Shared on my group boards.
What 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!
What a cool idea… Wonderful DIY work.
What a sweet upcycle of a old sweater – love the roses
This is adorable and so creative! Thank you for sharing at Celebrate It!
I 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