Wow I can't believe I actually found a video to make an Alabama wreath as I am a big Alabama fan. Born and raised. I love your instructions and tips. I'm going to try making my first wreath ever this way. Thanks for the video. ROLL TIDE ROLL!
Hello Pam! I’m so glad that you found this video and that it was easy to understand and I can’t wait for you to make your first wreath. The ruffle method is actually one of the best ones for a beginner and I’m here if you have any questions. Thank you so much, Lori.
Omg I am soooooooo in love with this wreath. I antrue down hard fan. I live like 10 minutes away from the University of Alabama campus. I also work there as well. Love the campus vibes.
BEST tutorial EVER and I watch sooo many in order to learn. You gave so many tips and did not stop every second to say “hellos”, which wastes sooooooo much time. We didn’t have to watch you cut mesh or ribbons and didn’t have to listen about your side business. Your wreath was gorgeous . Can you teach all these other also wonderful teachers, not to waste so much time. I hope I can see more of your videos. I don’t know how to find you. Please let me know
Hi, Mimi and thank you. I really appreciate the kind words. I can't really affect what other people do but, I try to listen to what my viewers want. Thank you, so much. Don't forget to subscribe, share and like. Here is my Facebook page and my RUclips page. Thank you. facebook.com/hardworkingmomtv/ ruclips.net/channel/UCQ2zn4_-swLCIXIDQ8MLdxA
I appreciate you place the camera close to your wreath or project so we can get a close up view of what you are doing and also you are speaking loud into the speaker so we can understand your instructions. THAT IS VERY important. YOUR work is great.
This technique is AWESOME. I have made over 10 wreath's using this technique and everyone I gave them to loves them. Thanks Hardworking Mom you are a super instructor!
Oh you are so welcome and I’m very excited for you to make the baby wreath. I always love seeing pictures of what everyone makes on my free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers.” Thank you so much, Lori.
*New Subscriber* Oh my goodness! I have been looking for over a year to find an easy tutorial on how to make deco mesh wreaths. When I watched your Alabama wreath tutorial I was in awe. I have been looking for over a year to find an easy tutorial on how to make deco mesh wreaths. I am a hands on type of girl. On Pinterest and Etsy you have to read about how to make deco mesh wreaths. Your instructions are clear and precise. I am overwhelmed that I found your channel. Thank you very much for taking your time out to share.
Hello Mary! Welcome to the Hard Working Mom family and this is the sweetest comment ever and means so much to me. I totally understand what you mean about videos helping more then written instructions and I’m glad that my videos were easy to understand and follow. I’m always here if you have any questions and thank you so much for your sweet comment. Lori.
Out of all the wreath tutorials, I love watching yours the most! You are amazing. I love the colors and ribbons you use and they all come out so beautifully!
I love this! I just commissioned my friend to do these colors for a memorial wreath for my son. he played football in high school and these are the team colors. my husband and other son are big Alabama fans and I love this idea for them.
I made my first deco mesh wreath this fall. I like this method with the bigger ruffle cuts MUCH better because there's less unraveling of the mesh. I think I would just add some "filler" mesh before the ruffles to hide the frame. Thanks again for all the great videos!
Genius! I do this now because of your video, Lori. I hope I spelled that right. Thank you soooo much for sharing your beautiful mind and creativity with the world.
I wanted to learn how to make these wreaths and this was the first and probably the best video I saw. Great work! I will use these tips to make my Gamecock wreath!! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge!!
HOW did I miss this tutorial??? Absolutely, LOVE it, but I LOVE all your videos. Saw comments that this was used by Damon and TT ~~ had to come see what method this was. Wheels are spinning to make one. Want to make every one you post!!! Thanks Lori ~~ beautiful and helpful as always.
Hi, just thought I would tell you that I made a wreath using this technique only using white and burgundy. School colors here in town. Now going to make one for my grandsons!! Thanks
Again beautiful, the colors and ribbon combination are just stunting. I must try the 30 & 20 length cuts because it looks so much Fuller. Lori thank you so much for sharing 💐💐💐💐
Ive been wanting to do something with my hands that isn’t ridiculously expensive so I’ve been looking into making my own seasonal wreaths and swags (I’ve always wanted them on my house) and I like your explanations. Thank you. :)
Hello Aristes! I think you will really enjoy making wreaths and swags and it’s very therapeutic. I have a free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers” and would love to have you join the community. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Lori, this wreath is absolutely gorgeous!!! And I must admit that's extremely hard for me to admit. I was born and raised here in AL, and im a proud auburn fan! Lol football rivalry aside though, this truly is beautiful. I believe its actually the best wreath I've seen in a tutorial video, in my opinion anyway. Thank you for your awesome video, straight to the point, easy to follow and understand, and great tips.... I'm just starting to try making the wreaths myself... Personally I have a HUGE problem trying to "scrunch" my mesh, for the lack of a better word to use. Anyway when I'm trying to pull it together for the life of me I cant get it to stay straight. Ive tried different brands and textures. Could you PLEASE help me out? I would be extremely grateful! Any other biginer tips would also be more than appreciated! Thanks again for all your time you out into your videos, they really are great! 😍 #auburnfan4life 😂
Same here ....... LA ( Lower Alabama LOL ) and a Dye Hard WDE fan ! But,, I gotta admit, this wreath and the colors, are spectacular ! ( I prefer this color scheme over the red/white )
Yea! I'm a newbie and girl, I saw the Alabama color and had to watch. So glad I did. Awesome! Talented. Roll Tide! Tfs.😀 Judy from Sweet home Alabama 😄🏈
You did an Amazing job on that wreath! I Love it, that was my school colors but since they combined two of our school’s, our colors are now silver, black, & white.🖤 I have to make me one of these. Thanks for making this tutorial, I learned a lot from you. God Bless You
Hello and welcome, there Christy. You are so welcome anytime. I do hope you make one and when you do make it feel free to post it on my Facebook page. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
I love the way you did this wreath I am goin to have to try the roll method I think you are the only one that does it or at least that I have found.....thanks for showing me another way....and it does look AWESOME....I am getting ready to do a Atlanta Falcons with similar colors...
okay I will send a pic to you...send me your email here is mine LAGIRL056460@GMAIL.COM,,IF the Lords' will I will be coming to Atlanta soon...for my son's wedding
I was looking for a video to make an Alabama wreath. Most of the instructors spend a lot of time introducing themselves, show the same step repeatedly, and it takes forever to get to the "meat" of the matter. You did a fabulous job instructing with the assumption that if the viewer has seen you make a few of the steps, they really don't have to see you make the other 128 million! Yay!!! Great job! Just subscribed! :-)
Hello Vickie and welcome to my channel. I really appreciate your kind words and I try to make sure that all my viewers whether new or old are able to watch and learn while keeping them short and to the point. Thank you so much for watching, Lori.
Hi Lori!!! Love the wreath!!! Those colors are very rich looking. You did an amazing job once again. I have made these ruffle wreaths in the 30 inch length. I absolutely love them cause they cover the wreath forms really good. I just made my own with chenille stems. I have them all over my house. Lol. My kids come over and they're like wreaths everywhere. Lol. I made them quite a few also and they love them too. Lol my daughter just informed me last night she would like another one she could leave up in between seasons. So I will work on that soon. I finally started the baseball wreath yesterday. Its almost done. Had my hubby drill holes in three baseballs today. They should look really nice I think. Well I talked your head off enough tonight. Have a great week and I will forward to your Thursday video.
Hey Gina, I would love to see how your wreath turns out. I have wreaths all over my house too. Lol My mother and father live with us and my mother loves wreaths so she is thrilled she can change them out a lot. Our neighbors probably think we are crazy because we always have a new wreath up. I donate a lot of them so that helps some. I do like this wreath method. Have a great week. Talk to you soon.
Gina B. Did you put 30" on the top row too? I was going to be asking if there was a way to get more coverage. I wouldn't want to be able to see the frame. Any other tips to get more coverage to not seeing frame
I can't wait to see what you will teach on Thursday. I hope some day you can stay home. It's especially nice when you kids. The day still flies by though. You think you have all this time but it really does goes by fast. Lol talk to you soon
I don't get tired of watching you and the different methods you do .I really like this wreath but I wonder if maybe another layer should be put in because you really can see the wreath form showing through. What do you think?
Yes i think i should have done the 30in on top and bottom then it would cover the base. It is not very obvious in person and it was donated but i hate to see the base.
Well thanks Lori!!! I got it done and now I will cook dinner and then maybe some fun time working on the wreath!!! Yay!!! Do you work??? I work out of my house. I'm a nail tech. Been doing that for 34 years. I just have a handful of clients now. Just some extra cash for myself. I'm lucky my hubby lets me stay home. But keeping house and everything that goes with is a job in itself. Lol. Looking forward to your Thursday video. Do you know what you will be making???
I do work. I am a CFO at a very small hospital. I have been wanting to stay home so I am working on it. I am not sure yet what i am going to make. I have several I want to do a tutorial on.
Inspired! Absolutely gorgeous. I'm interested in wreath making. Looking for a class to attend. I wrap gifts beautifully and really think I would enjoy this and be really good at it. Thanks for the video.
Hello Gloria! I purchased my mesh from Craft Outlet or you can find it at Trendy Tree as well. I’m excited for you to make this and thank you so much for watching, Lori.
Hey girly!!! Happy Monday to ya!!! My Mom lived with us too. I sure miss her. Especially with Mother' Day coming up. I'm having a slow start to today. Lol. I think I over did it yesterday. Was on treadmill for 50 minutes then cleaned one of the bathrooms from top to bottom. This 55 year old body ain't what it used to be. lol I'm pretty sore but getting back on treadmill in a bit. I'm hoping to work on my wreath some today. Want to add some baseball ribbon to it. Then of course there is a game tonight. Lol always running. Well hope your day is going well. Talk to you soon.
Hey Gina, I am so sorry I know that has to be tough. You are doing better than me. I have trouble fitting in my exercise. Have a great day. Have fun at the game and on your wreath.
Hello Shannon and you are so welcome. I’m happy you liked the wreath and appreciate you watching. Please remember sharing is caring and to subscribe. Thank you, Lori.
Hello, there Tammy B. So, happy that you'll be making one. I hope that when you do, you are more than welcome to post your pictures on my Facebook page if you would like. Don't forget to share, like and keep subscribing. I have yesterdays video coming later in the evening. I also have a new group if your interested, I'll include you the links down below. Thank you and I hope to see your wreath, good luck. Thank you, Lori. hardworkingmom.com/product/loris-inner-circle/ www.etsy.com/shop/DesignedbyHWM www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-5ef69f14
This method came out awesome! Tyfs! I just made a Houston Astros wreath for a friend and I cant wait for her to pick it up. Thank you for the tutorials, my wreath making has improved so much thanks to you! Much Love from Texas
I am a new subscriber and I just found you! Let me first say ROLL TIDE!!! I LOVE the Alabama wreath and I am going to try to make one. Your tutorial was awesome. Thanks for sharing!
One important thing I've noticed that crafters don't include in their video, is how many pipe cleaners to attach to their forms. As this is the foundation for fullness and final look, time should be spent teaching how many there should be and where to place them on any given wreath form. It's easier to start with a good foundation instead of having to fill in later. I've had "see throughs" and after all that work, hated having to go back to fix it, plus it disturbs the continuity of the flow of the mesh. Also, the length of each puff should be discussed. I know it's trial and error, but a lesson in the initial foundation is important to your final product and helps save time. Looking forward to seeing your video with this info.
Hello Sharon! Yes I agree with you on that which is why I always provide that information in the video and also in the description box with my newer videos. This video is a few years old but I wanted to make sure my viewers could always find the info in the description box and made that change. I apologize if you missed it. I appreciate you watching. Thank you, Lori.
Great tutorial. Loved the wreath (but I'm partial to TX Lonnghorns🥰). Wish you'd show the completed wreath so we could see how it looked with the hat & Tide ball attached. Also agree with other comments because you make judicious use of everyone's time & omit the extraneous or repetitive "stuff" we don't need to hear or see. Looking forward to your next YT.
Hello Jane! I agree. This is one of my very old videos before I made changes based on everyone’s feedback so if you watch my more recent ones then you will see that I don’t repeat things and I show the finished wreath in the end. I apologize about that. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Hello and welcome, there Becky. You may hide them leave them or even curl them. It is okay to leave them out it gives the wreath also an extra look. Yes, you may also tuck them into the back. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
I saw your video and I'm inspired to make my first wreath...😶 I have an 18 inch black working wreath and I am hoping you could help me out with what size of deco mesh I should use and also what size of ribbon to use to make it look fuller. Thank you so much!!!
I am so glad it inspired you. If you want to do ruffles cut them at 30in to put around the form. I would use 2.5 in ribbon cut at 14in. That will look very pretty and full
I’m from Alabama so I’m a HUGE Alabama fan and I absolutely LOVE your wreath!! Thank you for the wonderful tutorial on how to make this but I have one question. When you put a black ribbon on the bottom you put a maroon one above it on the top correct or is it the same colors on both top and bottom?? It was KINDOF hard to see lol. But either way it’s beautiful I just want to be sure so I can attempt to make one like yours. Thanks ❤🙂
Hi Katie! I’m so glad you love the wreath and appreciate your kind words. When I do my ribbon tails, I use 4 different ribbons and then alternate them. I just pair two ribbon tails together and then do every other tie with the pairs so it is the same with the top and bottom. I would love to see pictures of your wreath and have a free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers.” Thank you for watching and have a great day. Lori
thank you so much for your video made my first wreath of course its Alabama still got to put some embellishments on it but just wanted to say I love it thank you so much
i really love those colors. if you spray with acrylic clear paint, do you spray after completing everything or just the mesh and not the adornments and ribbon? seems to me it would make the ribbons hard. thanks
Beautifully done! I am new at this but was wondering how you attached the pipe cleaners to the wreath before you started? Look like some kind of metal piece but couldn't make out what it was. Any tips on that part would be very beneficial, thank you! 😊
I believe this is one of the wreaths that comes with the ties called a work wreath. You can attach the pipe cleaners by just twisting around the base then bend the pipe cleaner over to see where to put the next one. I know i showed this process. I think it might have been the wreath with the lemon design. I hope that helps
Very nice tutorial. I believe you used a large frame. If you use a 14" frame how many bunches would you use per section. I know you use 30" on bottom and 20" on top.
Hello Sandra! My work wreath frame was about 15” so you would use the same exact measurements for a 14” frame. If you’re making your own frame, you put 10 ties on the bottom and 8 ties on the top and space them out 4” apart. I hope that helps. Thank you, Lori.
Hi. I am loving your videos. Can you please share how you hide the pipe cleaners to finish off the wreath? Thanks so very much. Peace and Love to you and your family. Happy Holidays!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE all your tutorials but struggle applying the same method of decorating onto a Dollar Store frame. The work frames have a layer/angle that the dollar store doesnt.
Hello and welcome, there Krash. The work wreath forms are a lot different from the ones from DT. I only use them only to the petals or curls method. I also used them to show people how to use them but I love the work wreath frames they are much better. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
Hello Sue! The colors I would use for a fireman wreath is red, black, and gold. Did you read my reply to your previous comment? I went over some ideas for you and where to get a sign from. Thank you, Lori.
Im curious im using a 14.25 wreath form and using yellow and black (steelers) 10in mesh. Since i do have screen door, i dont want my wreath squashed between the two. Do you think 20" cuts for bottom and 10" for inner would still look full enough or even 15" and 7.5" cuts maybe keep it from getting as squashed as 30" nd 20"?? Or any suggestions?? TFS!!
It was quick and to-the-point not a lot of talking to viewers perhaps maybe you should do two different tutorials one for the people who like you interacting with them and one where you can just get straight to the point of making the wreath, to those who just want to learn how to make the wreaths (And I don't mean harm I love all of your work) 😍
For the center football you can hot glue on pipe cleaner on the under side of each end tie it to the wreath. Love what you do, thanks for sharing.
Wow I can't believe I actually found a video to make an Alabama wreath as I am a big Alabama fan. Born and raised. I love your instructions and tips. I'm going to try making my first wreath ever this way. Thanks for the video. ROLL TIDE ROLL!
Hello Pam! I’m so glad that you found this video and that it was easy to understand and I can’t wait for you to make your first wreath. The ruffle method is actually one of the best ones for a beginner and I’m here if you have any questions. Thank you so much, Lori.
Omg I am soooooooo in love with this wreath. I antrue down hard fan. I live like 10 minutes away from the University of Alabama campus. I also work there as well. Love the campus vibes.
BEST tutorial EVER and I watch sooo many in order to learn. You gave so many tips and did not stop every second to say “hellos”, which wastes sooooooo much time. We didn’t have to watch you cut mesh or ribbons and didn’t have to listen about your side business. Your wreath was gorgeous . Can you teach all these other also wonderful teachers, not to waste so much time. I hope I can see more of your videos. I don’t know how to find you. Please let me know
Hi, Mimi and thank you. I really appreciate the kind words. I can't really affect what other people do but, I try to listen to what my viewers want. Thank you, so much. Don't forget to subscribe, share and like. Here is my Facebook page and my RUclips page. Thank you.
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Mimi Mertens I agree with Mimi- BEST tutorial!
Mimi Mertens agree best audio for a tutorial!
I appreciate you place the camera close to your wreath or project so we can get a close up view of what you are doing and also you are speaking loud into the speaker so we can understand your instructions. THAT IS VERY important. YOUR work is great.
This technique is AWESOME. I have made over 10 wreath's using this technique and everyone I gave them to loves them. Thanks Hardworking Mom you are a super instructor!
Thank you Suzanne that is awesome I am so glad it is working for you
Awesome. Now I know how I am going to make the baby wreath for my nephew and his wife. Thank you sooooo much!!
Oh you are so welcome and I’m very excited for you to make the baby wreath. I always love seeing pictures of what everyone makes on my free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers.” Thank you so much, Lori.
@@craftingwithhwm I will post a picture. hope you will like it. Any suggestions, tips are welcome.
*New Subscriber* Oh my goodness! I have been looking for over a year to find an easy tutorial on how to make deco mesh wreaths. When I watched your Alabama wreath tutorial I was in awe. I have been looking for over a year to find an easy tutorial on how to make deco mesh wreaths. I am a hands on type of girl. On Pinterest and Etsy you have to read about how to make deco mesh wreaths. Your instructions are clear and precise. I am overwhelmed that I found your channel. Thank you very much for taking your time out to share.
Hello Mary! Welcome to the Hard Working Mom family and this is the sweetest comment ever and means so much to me. I totally understand what you mean about videos helping more then written instructions and I’m glad that my videos were easy to understand and follow. I’m always here if you have any questions and thank you so much for your sweet comment. Lori.
I really love this method. Easier and no lose strings showing. Must make this Alabama wreath. ROLLTIDE from AL
Out of all the wreath tutorials, I love watching yours the most! You are amazing. I love the colors and ribbons you use and they all come out so beautifully!
Awe thank you so much, Janet. That is so sweet
I love this! I just commissioned my friend to do these colors for a memorial wreath for my son. he played football in high school and these are the team colors. my husband and other son are big Alabama fans and I love this idea for them.
Oh, that is wonderful I am sure it will come out fantastic. In case you need to know I purchased my supplies from craftoutlet.com
Wow, Lori, this is FABULOUS!!! I'm sure you had one happy customer.
Thank you Kristin yes she was very happy which made me happy
I made my first deco mesh wreath this fall. I like this method with the bigger ruffle cuts MUCH better because there's less unraveling of the mesh. I think I would just add some "filler" mesh before the ruffles to hide the frame.
Thanks again for all the great videos!
You are very, welcome Jan. I like to use this method as well to reduce the fraying, as well. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
Genius! I do this now because of your video, Lori. I hope I spelled that right. Thank you soooo much for sharing your beautiful mind and creativity with the world.
You did spell it right! Thank you Nancy I am so glad it helped you I use it a lot now too
Those colors and patterns look great together.
I wanted to learn how to make these wreaths and this was the first and probably the best video I saw. Great work! I will use these tips to make my Gamecock wreath!! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge!!
HOW did I miss this tutorial??? Absolutely, LOVE it, but I LOVE all your videos. Saw comments that this was used by Damon and TT ~~ had to come see what method this was. Wheels are spinning to make one. Want to make every one you post!!! Thanks Lori ~~ beautiful and helpful as always.
Thank you Karen lol be careful or you will have a wreath on every surface in your house like i do lol
Hi, just thought I would tell you that I made a wreath using this technique only using white and burgundy. School colors here in town. Now going to make one for my grandsons!! Thanks
Wonderful I love this technique
Again beautiful, the colors and ribbon combination are just stunting. I must try the 30 & 20 length cuts because it looks so much Fuller. Lori thank you so much for sharing 💐💐💐💐
Hey Dorothy, thank you. Yes, do try the longer lengths. I love how it turned out. It is very full.
Ive been wanting to do something with my hands that isn’t ridiculously expensive so I’ve been looking into making my own seasonal wreaths and swags (I’ve always wanted them on my house) and I like your explanations. Thank you. :)
Hello Aristes! I think you will really enjoy making wreaths and swags and it’s very therapeutic. I have a free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers” and would love to have you join the community. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Wreath is absolutely beautiful, love how the ribbons made it stand out even better. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Esther. I am very happy, you like it. It was made last year. But so glad you like it. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
Fantastic I am getting braver and will try this. You are a great instructor and so easy to watch because you give out information that is useful
Lori, this wreath is absolutely gorgeous!!! And I must admit that's extremely hard for me to admit. I was born and raised here in AL, and im a proud auburn fan! Lol football rivalry aside though, this truly is beautiful. I believe its actually the best wreath I've seen in a tutorial video, in my opinion anyway. Thank you for your awesome video, straight to the point, easy to follow and understand, and great tips.... I'm just starting to try making the wreaths myself... Personally I have a HUGE problem trying to "scrunch" my mesh, for the lack of a better word to use. Anyway when I'm trying to pull it together for the life of me I cant get it to stay straight. Ive tried different brands and textures. Could you PLEASE help me out? I would be extremely grateful! Any other biginer tips would also be more than appreciated! Thanks again for all your time you out into your videos, they really are great! 😍 #auburnfan4life 😂
Same here ....... LA ( Lower Alabama LOL ) and a Dye Hard WDE fan ! But,, I gotta admit, this wreath and the colors, are spectacular ! ( I prefer this color scheme over the red/white )
love the black and red combo. gorgeous ribbons too. that is definitely an easier way to do the ruffle wreath. tfs!
Thank you! I agree it is a lot faster and lot less effort. I think it looks just as full. Glad you enjoyed it
My Alabama heart loves this so much!❤RTR
Yea! I'm a newbie and girl, I saw the Alabama color and had to watch. So glad I did. Awesome! Talented. Roll Tide! Tfs.😀 Judy from Sweet home Alabama 😄🏈
Hello Judy and welcome from Alabama. I’m happy you enjoyed the video and thank you for watching, Lori.
This is gorgeous love the colours and the ribbons. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.
Thank you Trishia, I love the colors too. Have a great day!
Very pretty and I'm a Crimson Tide fan so it's perfect for me
Hello Ann! Oh nice and I’m glad you enjoyed this one. Thank you for watching, Lori.
You did an Amazing job on that wreath! I Love it, that was my school colors but since they combined two of our school’s, our colors are now silver, black, & white.🖤 I have to make me one of these. Thanks for making this tutorial, I learned a lot from you. God Bless You
Hello and welcome, there Christy. You are so welcome anytime. I do hope you make one and when you do make it feel free to post it on my Facebook page. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
I love the way you did this wreath I am goin to have to try the roll method I think you are the only one that does it or at least that I have found.....thanks for showing me another way....and it does look AWESOME....I am getting ready to do a Atlanta Falcons with similar colors...
Hey, Lisa, I am from GA, I would love to see how your Falcons wreath comes out. I am glad you like the method. I think it helps with frays.
okay I will send a pic to you...send me your email here is mine LAGIRL056460@GMAIL.COM,,IF the Lords' will I will be coming to Atlanta soon...for my son's wedding
I was looking for a video to make an Alabama wreath. Most of the instructors spend a lot of time introducing themselves, show the same step repeatedly, and it takes forever to get to the "meat" of the matter. You did a fabulous job instructing with the assumption that if the viewer has seen you make a few of the steps, they really don't have to see you make the other 128 million! Yay!!! Great job! Just subscribed! :-)
Hello Vickie and welcome to my channel. I really appreciate your kind words and I try to make sure that all my viewers whether new or old are able to watch and learn while keeping them short and to the point. Thank you so much for watching, Lori.
Absolutely love the way you show how to make this wreath
Thank you Darlene
I'm new to your tutorials and love this method. Definitely trying it on my next wreath. I like the idea of fewer cuts and less raveling.
Hey Paula, thank you. I love this now. I use it when i do ruffles now because it frays a lot less and it is so full. Have fun crafting
Hi Lori!!! Love the wreath!!! Those colors are very rich looking. You did an amazing job once again. I have made these ruffle wreaths in the 30 inch length. I absolutely love them cause they cover the wreath forms really good. I just made my own with chenille stems. I have them all over my house. Lol. My kids come over and they're like wreaths everywhere. Lol. I made them quite a few also and they love them too. Lol my daughter just informed me last night she would like another one she could leave up in between seasons. So I will work on that soon. I finally started the baseball wreath yesterday. Its almost done. Had my hubby drill holes in three baseballs today. They should look really nice I think. Well I talked your head off enough tonight. Have a great week and I will forward to your Thursday video.
Hey Gina, I would love to see how your wreath turns out. I have wreaths all over my house too. Lol My mother and father live with us and my mother loves wreaths so she is thrilled she can change them out a lot. Our neighbors probably think we are crazy because we always have a new wreath up. I donate a lot of them so that helps some. I do like this wreath method. Have a great week. Talk to you soon.
Gina B. Did you put 30" on the top row too? I was going to be asking if there was a way to get more coverage. I wouldn't want to be able to see the frame. Any other tips to get more coverage to not seeing frame
I so enjoyed watching and learning how to make your ruffle wreath. You do beautiful work and you walked me through it slow enough for me to follow.
So beautiful. You exlplained and demonstrated how to it well, that it looks easy to make, thanks.
Hello Leah and I really appreciate your kind words. It means a lot to me. Thank you, Lori.
I used the same technique to cut my mesh. Works beautifully.
Yay veeziegirl I am so glad it worked out great. It is my favorite way to do ruffles now.
Hard Working Mom you had stated previously of someone who makes wooden signs can you give me that info again please?
Beautiful Alabama wreath! Very talented..love the way you explain what your doing!
Thank you, Linda. I'm glad and happy you like it. Keep watching and subscribing. Be sure to share and like. Thank you
I can't wait to see what you will teach on Thursday. I hope some day you can stay home. It's especially nice when you kids. The day still flies by though. You think you have all this time but it really does goes by fast. Lol talk to you soon
My daughter would love this
Hello Cynthia! That’s wonderful and I hope you will give it a try. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Lady you are amazing..that wreath is beautiful I love how full it is..just awesome thank you for sharing God bless
Oh you are so sweet and your kind words mean a lot to me. I’m so happy you loved the wreath. Thank you so much and God bless, Lori.
This is terrific and looks awesome!!!!! You are great and I love your tutorials!!
Thank you Linda
Love your videos! Keep them coming. I check every day for something new.
Aw thank you so much I am so glad you are enjoying them. You made my day
I don't get tired of watching you and the different methods you do .I really like this wreath but I wonder if maybe another layer should be put in because you really can see the wreath form showing through. What do you think?
Yes i think i should have done the 30in on top and bottom then it would cover the base. It is not very obvious in person and it was donated but i hate to see the base.
Love those colors together!!
Oh me too and I was really happy with how it turned out. I would totally use those colors with other wreaths. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Well thanks Lori!!! I got it done and now I will cook dinner and then maybe some fun time working on the wreath!!! Yay!!! Do you work??? I work out of my house. I'm a nail tech. Been doing that for 34 years. I just have a handful of clients now. Just some extra cash for myself. I'm lucky my hubby lets me stay home. But keeping house and everything that goes with is a job in itself. Lol. Looking forward to your Thursday video. Do you know what you will be making???
I do work. I am a CFO at a very small hospital. I have been wanting to stay home so I am working on it. I am not sure yet what i am going to make. I have several I want to do a tutorial on.
Absolutely love it! And Roll Tide Roll!!!
Yay roll tide. Both my in-laws went there so we are big fans. I am glad you like it.
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Hey, Christin, I am a Georgia girl just change out the colors. 😀
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what sizes for the Alabama wreath if you have a 16 wire form what sizes would the mesh be cut
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I love your sports wreaths! What a cute idea.
Thank you Laurie
Roll tide! I love this
I’m so glad you loved it and appreciate you watching. Thank you, Lori.
I want to make 2 for my Bama sisters. Thanks for sharing!
Wonderful thank you
Thank you for this tutorial!!! You have made my crafting SO MUCH easier! And yes, Roll Tide :)
Thank you I am so glad Roll tide
I'm a Hugh Alabama fan and love this so pretty !!!! Roll Tide !!!
Hello Donna and that’s wonderful. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Beautiful wreath, love it!!!!! Roll Tide Roll
Hello Tanya and thank you. I’m glad you loved the wreath and appreciate you watching. Lori.
Roll Tide! Beautiful wreath.
Hello Sha and I’m happy you loved the wreath. I appreciate you watching and please remember sharing is caring and to subscribe. Thank you, Lori.
Inspired! Absolutely gorgeous. I'm interested in wreath making. Looking for a class to attend. I wrap gifts beautifully and really think I would enjoy this and be really good at it. Thanks for the video.
Your mesh is so sparkly and pretty, my school colors. Hope to find where you bought it. Watching here in 2019.
Hello Gloria! I purchased my mesh from Craft Outlet or you can find it at Trendy Tree as well. I’m excited for you to make this and thank you so much for watching, Lori.
Hey girly!!! Happy Monday to ya!!! My Mom lived with us too. I sure miss her. Especially with Mother' Day coming up. I'm having a slow start to today. Lol. I think I over did it yesterday. Was on treadmill for 50 minutes then cleaned one of the bathrooms from top to bottom. This 55 year old body ain't what it used to be. lol I'm pretty sore but getting back on treadmill in a bit. I'm hoping to work on my wreath some today. Want to add some baseball ribbon to it. Then of course there is a game tonight. Lol always running. Well hope your day is going well. Talk to you soon.
Hey Gina, I am so sorry I know that has to be tough. You are doing better than me. I have trouble fitting in my exercise. Have a great day. Have fun at the game and on your wreath.
I'm gonna try to make an Alabama wreath. thanks for the tips
Yay roll tide
OMG I love this technique for wreath making. Thank you
Thank you, Kathleen. I do, too and more that I'm able to share with everyone. Like and share. Thank you, Lori.
This is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.👏♥️
Hello Shannon and you are so welcome. I’m happy you liked the wreath and appreciate you watching. Please remember sharing is caring and to subscribe. Thank you, Lori.
Love this wreath! I will be making this one for me, and my cousin. Roll Tide Roll! 👍🏻👆🏻
Hello, there Tammy B. So, happy that you'll be making one. I hope that when you do, you are more than welcome to post your pictures on my Facebook page if you would like. Don't forget to share, like and keep subscribing. I have yesterdays video coming later in the evening. I also have a new group if your interested, I'll include you the links down below. Thank you and I hope to see your wreath, good luck. Thank you, Lori.
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This method came out awesome! Tyfs! I just made a Houston Astros wreath for a friend and I cant wait for her to pick it up. Thank you for the tutorials, my wreath making has improved so much thanks to you! Much Love from Texas
Hello and welcome, there Thelma. That's great! I hope its amazing. Thank you, very much. I hope she'll like it. Don't forget to like and share, Lori.
Beautiful!!! 🏈
I am a new subscriber and I just found you! Let me first say ROLL TIDE!!! I LOVE the Alabama wreath and I am going to try to make one. Your tutorial was awesome. Thanks for sharing!
Hello Natalie and welcome to my channel. I’m so happy you loved the wreath and excited for you to make one. Thank you so much, Lori.
Another beautiful creation.... ROLL TIDE
Hello and thank you, there Tooth Fairy. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
Thank you April Thomas
Please can you tell me where I can find the red color mesh you used to make the Alabama wreath
Thank-you so, so much! You made it so easy!
Hello Ellen! You are so welcome and I’m happy you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching, Lori.
Your Alabama wreath is gorgeous. I’m California SF
Hello Kristine and welcome from California. I’m really happy you liked my wreath and thank you for watching, Lori.
One important thing I've noticed that crafters don't include in their video, is how many pipe cleaners to attach to their forms. As this is the foundation for fullness and final look, time should be spent teaching how many there should be and where to place them on any given wreath form. It's easier to start with a good foundation instead of having to fill in later. I've had "see throughs" and after all that work, hated having to go back to fix it, plus it disturbs the continuity of the flow of the mesh. Also, the length of each puff should be discussed. I know it's trial and error, but a lesson in the initial foundation is important to your final product and helps save time. Looking forward to seeing your video with this info.
Hello Sharon! Yes I agree with you on that which is why I always provide that information in the video and also in the description box with my newer videos. This video is a few years old but I wanted to make sure my viewers could always find the info in the description box and made that change. I apologize if you missed it. I appreciate you watching. Thank you, Lori.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! It's beautiful!
Thank you Alayna
I LOVE YOUR WREATH!
Thank you, I am glad you liked it. I love your name Somebodys Nana, that is so cool.
Beautiful Job!!
Hello Chaquita! Thank you very much and I’m happy you liked the wreath. Lori.
Great tutorial. Loved the wreath (but I'm partial to TX Lonnghorns🥰). Wish you'd show the completed wreath so we could see how it looked with the hat & Tide ball attached. Also agree with other comments because you make judicious use of everyone's time & omit the extraneous or repetitive "stuff" we don't need to hear or see. Looking forward to your next YT.
Hello Jane! I agree. This is one of my very old videos before I made changes based on everyone’s feedback so if you watch my more recent ones then you will see that I don’t repeat things and I show the finished wreath in the end. I apologize about that. Thank you for watching, Lori.
That looks really nice!
Thank you Rosie
Beautiful wreath
Hello and welcome, there Elida. Thank you, very much. I am very happy you have enjoyed, it. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
What do you do with the ties when you’re done adding ribbons? Do you move them to the back of the wreath?
Hello and welcome, there Becky. You may hide them leave them or even curl them. It is okay to leave them out it gives the wreath also an extra look. Yes, you may also tuck them into the back. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
Easy simple method pretty wreath
Loved how you really detailed how to make it. I wish you could have shown it on the door to get the full version of the look.
I saw your video and I'm inspired to make my first wreath...😶 I have an 18 inch black working wreath and I am hoping you could help me out with what size of deco mesh I should use and also what size of ribbon to use to make it look fuller. Thank you so much!!!
I am so glad it inspired you. If you want to do ruffles cut them at 30in to put around the form. I would use 2.5 in ribbon cut at 14in. That will look very pretty and full
Thank you so much!!! I had one more question, should I buy the 10 inch deco mesh like in the video or another size?
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I’m from Alabama so I’m a HUGE Alabama fan and I absolutely LOVE your wreath!! Thank you for the wonderful tutorial on how to make this but I have one question. When you put a black ribbon on the bottom you put a maroon one above it on the top correct or is it the same colors on both top and bottom?? It was KINDOF hard to see lol. But either way it’s beautiful I just want to be sure so I can attempt to make one like yours. Thanks ❤🙂
Hi Katie! I’m so glad you love the wreath and appreciate your kind words. When I do my ribbon tails, I use 4 different ribbons and then alternate them. I just pair two ribbon tails together and then do every other tie with the pairs so it is the same with the top and bottom. I would love to see pictures of your wreath and have a free craft group on Facebook called “Hard Working Moms Everyday Craft Dreamers.” Thank you for watching and have a great day. Lori
When you make a wreath in a you tube tutorial with dark colors extra light is helpful. But it was really good and looking forward to making one soon!
Thank you Pam yes lighting has been a problem I tape in the guest room and it is dark I have added may lights so hopefully it is easier to see now
thank you so much for your video made my first wreath of course its Alabama still got to put some embellishments on it but just wanted to say I love it thank you so much
Thank you, Diane, that is so awesome. Roll tide
Love the ala. Wreath Roll Tide.
Hello Ann and I’m so happy you loved the wreath. Thank you for watching, Lori.
i really love those colors. if you spray with acrylic clear paint, do you spray after completing everything or just the mesh and not the adornments and ribbon? seems to me it would make the ribbons hard. thanks
i love your work and think it all to be really beautiful . I only wish i had half your talent !
Thank you Lisa keep at it and remember we are all our own worst critics
love this Roll Tide Roll!!
Thank you Roll Tide Roll
Love this great job
Love this!! So easy! Roll Tide 💪🏻
Thank you Jamie Roll Tide
Beautiful!!! I learned so much from this video! Thank you!!
I’m so happy to hear that and appreciate you watching. Thank you, Lori.
Beautifully done! I am new at this but was wondering how you attached the pipe cleaners to the wreath before you started? Look like some kind of metal piece but couldn't make out what it was. Any tips on that part would be very beneficial, thank you! 😊
I believe this is one of the wreaths that comes with the ties called a work wreath. You can attach the pipe cleaners by just twisting around the base then bend the pipe cleaner over to see where to put the next one. I know i showed this process. I think it might have been the wreath with the lemon design. I hope that helps
LOVE IT! ROLL TIDE!
Hello Kathy! I’m so happy you loved it and thank you for watching, Lori.
Love yr wreath can you tell me how many pipe cleaners would I use on 18 inch wreath
Hello Lorie! I’m so happy you loved the wreath and I would do 12 on the bottom and 10 on top. Thank you, Lori.
Very nice tutorial. I believe you used a large frame. If you use a 14" frame how many bunches would you use per section. I know you use 30" on bottom and 20" on top.
Hello Sandra! My work wreath frame was about 15” so you would use the same exact measurements for a 14” frame. If you’re making your own frame, you put 10 ties on the bottom and 8 ties on the top and space them out 4” apart. I hope that helps. Thank you, Lori.
Hi. I am loving your videos. Can you please share how you hide the pipe cleaners to finish off the wreath? Thanks so very much. Peace and Love to you and your family. Happy Holidays!
Gorgeous! thanks for the easy to understand video...!
Thank you Sharon
I LOVE LOVE LOVE all your tutorials but struggle applying the same method of decorating onto a Dollar Store frame. The work frames have a layer/angle that the dollar store doesnt.
Hello and welcome, there Krash. The work wreath forms are a lot different from the ones from DT. I only use them only to the petals or curls method. I also used them to show people how to use them but I love the work wreath frames they are much better. Don't forget to like and share. Thank you, Lori.
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Beautiful wreath !! Where did you find your footballs ? If you don't mind asking
Hi Wanda! I’m happy you like the wreath and it’s been about 4 years but I either got them from Craft Outlet or Hobby Lobby. Thank you so much, Lori.
Would those be good colors for making a fireman’s wreath or what colors would you use
Hello Sue! The colors I would use for a fireman wreath is red, black, and gold. Did you read my reply to your previous comment? I went over some ideas for you and where to get a sign from. Thank you, Lori.
can you please do an auburn football one.. love that one.. I love your making..
I will add it to my list
Im curious im using a 14.25 wreath form and using yellow and black (steelers) 10in mesh. Since i do have screen door, i dont want my wreath squashed between the two. Do you think 20" cuts for bottom and 10" for inner would still look full enough or even 15" and 7.5" cuts maybe keep it from getting as squashed as 30" nd 20"?? Or any suggestions?? TFS!!
It was quick and to-the-point not a lot of talking to viewers perhaps maybe you should do two different tutorials one for the people who like you interacting with them and one where you can just get straight to the point of making the wreath, to those who just want to learn how to make the wreaths
(And I don't mean harm I love all of your work) 😍
Hello Nina and I really appreciate your feedback. I will definitely keep that in mind. Thank you for watching, Lori.