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28 DIY Summer Wreath Ideas to Transform Your Front Door

Welcome the season with these gorgeous hangers.

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Becky Stayner

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Is there any season better than summer? All those lazy days spent by the pool or at the shore, sipping lemonade or an adults-only summer drink, and the cookouts and picnics with family and friends. Yep, there's no doubt about it, the warm weather months are special, so why not celebrate them in style with one of these summer wreaths for your front door?

The nice thing about these lovely DIY door hangers is they double as fun summer crafts for the whole family when you need a rainy-day activity. And no matter what design you're searching for, chances are you'll find it here. We've assembled themed wreaths to celebrate favorite summer activities, whether you fancy a game of croquet or a day at the beach. There are brightly colored floral wreaths festooned with everything from hydrangeas to sunflowers, as well as wreaths decorated with faux lemons, watermelons, butterflies, and even swimsuits for a sunny seasonal appeal.

Most of these projects are pretty quick and easy, so you can get them made and hanging on your door in no time flat. Still looking for ways to make the best of summer? Don't miss our outdoor games to make with the family this summer.

1

Croquet Mallet Wreath

a round summer wreath made from the heads of vintage croquet mallets
Becky Stayner

Celebrate the season's favorite game with a wreath made from vintage sets.

To make: Cover a 14-inch biodegradable craft ring with a peel-and-stick moss mat. Remove the handles from about 16 croquet mallets. Hot-glue heads to wreath, offsetting every other one slightly (reserve handles for another DIY project). Carefully turn over wreath, and use a nail gun to permanently attach heads.

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Handkerchief Wreath

a wreath made from vintage blue handkerchiefs tied around a wire wreath form
Brian Woodcock

Tie vintage handkerchiefs around a wire wreath form to create a colorful and soft front door display.

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3

Moss Nest Wreath

a summer wreath made from small vintage tart tins filled with green moss and robin and quail eggs
Becky Stayner

Verdant like a bright warm day, this wreath is the perfect display for the front door from spring through summer.

To make: Wrap a wire wreath form in ribbon and loop an additional piece around the top for hanging. Attach tart tins, moss, and quail eggs with hot-glue.

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4

Basket Wreath

a rectangular basket hung on a light blue door filled with orange and yellow summer blooms
Brian Woodcock

Add texture and loads of color to the front door with a woven vessel. The secret to a no-leak basket is to line it with brown craft paper and place floral foam in a zip-top bag before you arrange your flowers.

5

Piggin Bucket Wreath

a piggin bucket hung on a pink door and filled with loads of purple, orange, and red summer flowers
Brian Woodcock

How pretty is this pail bursting with blooms? Make sure you pad your bucket with paper towels before putting in floral foam and flowers and hanging it.

6

Watering Can Wreath

summer wreaths watering can
Brian Woodcock

All you have to do to get this summer-ready front door look is fill the can with water and add a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Then just loop wire through the handle and hang it.

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7

Seed Packet Wreath

summer wreath made of vintage seed packets
Brian Woodcock

The garden isn't the only spot where your seeds can flourish—repurpose the packets (preferably pretty vintage versions) for a decorative summer spin.

To make: Once you've accumulated about 12-14 varieties, use straight pins to attach the packets to a 12-inch foam wreath. For an extra dash of seasonal flair, intertwine a few fresh flowers into the arrangement, followed by 1/2-inch-wide jute of hemp ribbon.

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8

Grain Sifter Wreath

vintage grain sifter turned into a summer door wreath with pink flowers and greenery filling the lower curve
Brian Woodcock

Put a vintage grain sifter to good use by making it into fresh home decor.

To make: Take floral tubes, fill with water, insert flowers, and attach to the sifter with wire. Loop the wire to hang on the front door.

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Funnel Wreath

summer wreaths funnel
Brian Woodcock

How's this for repurposing? To ensure no leaks, place floral foam in a zip-top bag before you put it in the funnel. Then drill a hole in the back and hang on your front door. Fill with fresh summer flowers.

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10

DIY Coastal Wreath

summer wreath made of sticks and decorated with small blue and white shells and starfish
Crafts by Amanda

You can almost smell the sea thanks to this lovely wreath, which you can make with sticks collected in your yard or local park.

Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.

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11

Summer Fabric Wreath

colorful summer wreath made of fabric strips with blue fabric rose on top hanging from olive green front door
Delineate Your Dwelling

It's a snap to make this colorful, cheerful door hanger. All you need are strips of fabric you tie onto a wreath form.

Get the tutorial at Delineate Your Dwelling.

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12

Budget-Friendly DIY Flower Wreath

summer wreath flower
Little Red Window

Put this stunning wreath together with materials you can pick up at the dollar store for a decoration that's easy on your wallet. You can use this idea with any of your favorite artificial flowers.

Get the tutorial at Little Red Window.

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13

Rainbow Raffia Pom-Pom Wreath

summer wreath rainbow pompom
The House That Lars Built / Jane Merritt

You can keep this colorful wreath up all summer long for a bright welcome every time you come home.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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14

DIY Sunflower Wreath Trio

summer wreath sunflowers
Average but Inspired

For a multi-wreath front door decoration, try this beautiful sunflower craft that can go from summer to fall.

Get the tutorial at Average but Inspired.

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15

Crepe Paper Lemon Wreath

summer wreath lemon
The House That Lars built / Jane Merritt

Nothing says summer like bright pops of yellow. This gorgeous lemon wreath made from crepe paper is just the thing.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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16

"Sunny Days" Himmeli Wreath

himmeli style yellow wreath with sunny days in black lettering strung across the front of it
Persia Lou

You don't have to be from Finland to make this snazzy Nordic-style himmeli wreath created—believe it or not—from cocktail straws.

Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.

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17

Swimsuit Wreath

swimsuit clothesline diy summer wreath
Fynes Designs

Wrap beloved summer motifs—swimsuits, clotheslines, and pretty pastels—into one adorably festive door decoration. Pool party, anyone?

Get the tutorial at Fynes Designs.

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Hydrangea Wreath

five minute hydrangea summer wreath
The Happy Housie

The best part about this tasteful summer wreath, aside from the gorgeous blooms? It only takes five minutes to assemble (yes, you read that correctly).

Get the tutorial at The Happy Housie.

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19

Garden Hose Wreath

garden hose diy summer wreath
Create.Craft.Love

Gardening tools don't have to be confined to the flowerbed—they can even earn a starring spot on your front door when arranged like so. Pay tribute to your blooming summer florals with this hose-and-glove-adorned wreath.

Get the tutorial at Create. Craft. Love.

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20

DIY Banana Leaf Wreath

paper green banana leaf summer wreath on a wall above sign that says "wild and free"
Persia Lou

Nothing says summer like tropical foliage, and this smart-looking wreath will warm up any front door or wall space. The banana "leaves" are actually made from crepe paper, which give the project a beautiful texture.

Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.

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Erin Cavoto

Erin Cavoto is the Editorial Assistant at ThePioneerWoman.com, covering food, holidays, home decor, and more.

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