DIY Rope and Starfish Wreath
With some rope and pretty starfish, learn to create this simple wreath. My DIY Rope and Starfish Wreath is perfect if you live on the coast or just want to feel like you do.
For quite some time I’ve seen these beautiful wreaths in our area. They are made by twisting rope. They look so pretty and classic and I was so excited because I was going to show you guys how easy it is to make them when they sell them in stores for over 100 bucks. I got my rope and my glue gun and I was READY.
Well, the only problem is.
I couldn’t get it to work…
As I glued it kept pulling apart as I squeezed the new bits together.
I think it would have worked better with a straw wreath form and maybe something a bit larger.
Honestly, I wanted to cry.
Don’t worry. I didn’t.
It was an epic DIY FAIL.
I will figure out that other wreath, but in the meantime, I thought I would share something more simple for Krista’s Seasonal Simplicity Wreath Hop. I don’t want you guys also having a DIY fail. 😉
I still really wanted to use the rope as I love the texture, color, and coastal feel.
So here’s how to make the other wreath.
How to Make a Rope & Starfish Wreath
Materials
- Wreath Form (I got mine at Dollar Store)
- Floral Wire (Dollar Store)
- Glue Gun and Lots of Glue Sticks
- 1/2″ Rope (I got mine at the hardware store in Scituate Harbor)
- Starfish (I had in the basement)
Method
Step 1 – Make sure the end of the rope is at the back of your wreath form. I started by using the floral wire to attach the rope to the outside of the form.
Step 2 – Work in sections. Apply hot glue and press the rope into place.
Step 3 – Continue until the whole wreath form is covered by the rope.
Step 4 – Attach small starfish with hot glue.
Here’s how the wreath looks on the She Shed.
We’re actually planning on turning the She Shed into a pool house this summer.
The inside is getting a little makeover and so is the window boxes.
I just shoved some moss in them for now 🙂
The starfish are so sweet on it, don’t you think?
The pillows are from Raymour and Flanigan and I’ll share more about those soon in another post.
If you’d like to read more about our pool you can do so here and here.
I’ll try and come up with a solution to that other wreath idea.
Be sure to check out all the beautiful summer wreaths by my friends below.
Today I’m joined by a fabulous group of blogging friends who are also sharing their Summer DIY Wreath Ideas as part of the Seasonal Simplicity Summer Series. Click on the links below their wreath design to see exactly how they made it…
The Happy Housie // Lolly Jane // Modern Glam // The Turquoise Home // Tatertots & Jello
Shabbyfufu // Craftberry Bush // A Pretty Life // Southern State of Mind // Setting for Four
Finding Silver Pennies // Inspiration for Moms // Life is a Party // Tauni Everett // The DIY Mommy
Town and Country Living // Paint Me Pink // Jenna Kate at Home
All Things With Purpose // Sand & Sisal
My 100 Year Old Home // The Handmade Home // Lemon Thistle // This is Our Bliss
It’s horrible when that happens with diy. You get more and more frustrated it gets worse. Well for me anyway.
This turned out so pretty and is perfect for your home.
Cindy
I really was about to cry, but happy how it turned out. I still want to figure out the first one I set out to make. xx
I love the wreath just as it is. I’m also in LOVE with your she shed.
We live on a private little channel that leads into a larger river. Your nautical touches inspire ideas!
Thank you so much, Debbie. I’m so glad I could help inspire ideas for your home on the channel.
If this is your idea of a fail, I am in big trouble! Haha. I love the way your starfish wreath turned out. It’s absolutely perfect for your pool house and the summer! Pinning to my wreaths board! xo Tauni
Thank you, sweet friend! Thanks for pinning. It does look cute out on the pool house.
So creative! Love the rope details for summer.
Thank you, Ashley, so glad you like it. xx
Ooh, I am glad you didn’t give up. I love the coastal vibe and it looks adorable with your pool. Thank you for sharing and being a part of the blog hop!
Seriously, I was about to cry, but love how it came out 😉
Oh my gosh! Can we talk about your adorable pool house and pool?! Love it. Oh, and the wreath too!
Thank you so much, we love spending time out here as a family.
Oh my goodness that little house is the cutest thing ever. I love your wreath!
I pinned it to my Sumner Board.
xoxo
Thank you for pinning! I’m currently working on this space on the inside – turning it into a pool house.
What a gorgeous backyard you have! Love your coastal wreath decor for your pretty shed 🙂 Pinned! So fun to be on this tour with you. xo Heather
Thank you, Heather! We’ve worked really hard on this yard space as a family. So nice to finally see everything growing!
Hi Danielle, I can’t believe how many times I’ve read your tutorials and this is the first time I’ve notice you mention Scituate Harbor. I can only assume you’re speaking of Massachusetts. I’m actually at my condo in Weymouth packing up to Move to the Scituate side of Hummarock on Ocean Ave. I hope I run into one day down at the Harbor. How exciting is this? LoL. I’m a bit star struck right now. Hahaha. Anyhow, I’ve made these type of wreaths with different Wreath forms. The trick that works best for me is wrapping the wreath form with… Read more »
Hi Stacy, so exciting about your moving to Scituate. You will love Humarock. We love that beach. Thank you so very much for your kind words about my work and site. I really appreciate it. Thank you for the tips and I look forward to checking out your facebook page. Danielle xx
I am in love with the paint colors of the exterior of your she shed! Would you be willing to share what they are? I am wanting to re paint our mobile home. Appreciate your artistic ability!
Hi Shari, thank you for your kind words. The clapboards are actually gray siding that came on the shed but the color is similar to Stonington Gray and the door and shutter are painted Buxton Blue by Benjamin Moore. xx