Make a cozy knitted wreath this Christmas! All you need is an old sweater or scarf and a wreath base.
I’ve always admired those knitted wreath on pinterest and everywhere. But I don’t like to knit 😉 and I didn’t have a sweater to spare. But, if you follow me on instagram, you know that we’re clearing out grandma’s house at the moment and there were lots of clothes. We donated most of the clothes but I kept one of the sweaters and a scarf for this knitted Christmas wreath.
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You’ll need:
- sweater or other knitted clothing, such as scarfs, stockings etc.
- straw wreath base or DIY twig wreath
- yarn
- needle & scissors
- optional: ribbon and small Christmas ornaments, such as DIY wooden bead stars
Cut the sweater into long rectangles.
Wrap the knitted fabric around the wreath so that the raw edges are hidden inside. Stitch it in place with an over and over stitch.
If you want cover the wreath with another piece of the sweater and stitch it in place. I used the whole sweater for the knit wreath because I wanted a nice bulky wreath.
Optional: Drape a shawl over the knit wreath and stitch it in place with running stitches. I like how the shawl looks on top of the knitted wreath, like snow or a glazed donut! 😀
Now you can decorate the wreath with Christmas ribbons and small Christmas ornaments if you want. I used my DIY wooden bead stars and DIY mini pine cone wreaths. Attach the ornaments with one or two stitches to keep them in place. I stitched the ornaments in place so that I can easily remove them later if I want to use the knit wreath in spring or summer.
More DIY ornaments that would look cute as decoration:
- No-Sew Candy Canes
- DIY Gingerbread Felt Heart Ornaments
- Wire Christmas Stars
- Mini Yarn Wreath Ornaments
- Upcycled Fabric Hearts, Stars & Trees
- Orange Peel Stars
- Knitting Nancy Christmas Ornaments
Doesn’t the knitted Christmas wreath look like an old-fashioned carousel? The old-sweater-turned-knit-wreath was the 15th project of my Advent calendar 2017.
This is a cute wreath. I love upcycling old sweaters.
Thanks, Barbara! 🙂
Such a clever idea and very effective #DreamTeam
Thanks, Fiona!
Oh my goodness, LOVE THIS!
Thank you!
This is such a clever idea – I wish I had seen this before Christmas 🙂 #BloggerClubUK
Thanks, Helen!
That is so beautiful and unique!
Thanks, Stefanie!
Wreaths and pillows made from old sweaters are so fun! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thanks for stopping by, Jann!
Very pretty! Love even the plain sweater wreath with the exposed ruffled-like ends exposed. Visiting from Thrifty Thursday party.
Thanks Victoria!
Saw this on the GaH link party. Such an adorable idea. Thanks for sharing!
That looks so pretty Lina. I love the soft texture the sweater adds to the wreath. It makes it look all cuddly
Ooh I love the knitted effect. Very cosy looking. Thanks for linking to #DreamTeam x
This HAS to be one of the best things I’ve seen online this week!
Thanks, Laura! 😀
Lina, This is a great project. I love reusing an old sweater. Thanks for sharing. Sylvia D.
This is so pretty and clever too! I love turning old things into something new. Thanks so much for sharing!
I love this crafty idea! Thanks for linking up at Friday Frenzy Link Party. PINNED!
Thanks for pinning!
Wow! What a novel and unusual way to use an old jumper!! Looks great. #BigPinkLink
What a great idea for a way to use your old sweater. Upcycling is so cool.
Fun idea! Thanks for joining us last week at Reader Tip Tuesday! We hope to see you at this week’s party. xo
Thanks for sharing your craft project at the inspiration spotlight party @DearCreatives sharing & pinned for next year.
What a sweet use for an old sweater! Thanks for sharing with Party in Your PJs!
That is the cutest idea! I have lots of old sweaters and it looks easy enough for me to pull off! Thanks for sharing and linking up with me.
Shelbee
This is so cute. I’m going to start searching for an old sweater at thrift stores or yard sales. I’m Pinning this one. Thanks for sharing on Sunday’s Best.
Thanks Rhonda!
Such an awesome idea!! On the list for next Christmas!
Thank you, Kerrie!
A great way to reuse an old sweater.
Thanks, Pam!