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December 16, 2015 | by Alicia

Mini Boxwood Wreath Tutorial

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

Each year around this time I look forward to a quiet evening spent wrapping Christmas gifts while watching my favourite holiday movies and sipping hot chocolate. It’s a peaceful time for me to reflect on the season and the new year ahead.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

I enjoy putting time and effort into each gift I wrap. Not only do I love pretty packages under the tree on Christmas morning, but I think it makes gift-giving just a little extra special.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

I’m always thinking of new ways to make our gifts charming, while coordinating them with our Christmas decor. I love using complimenting wrapping paper, contrasting ribbon and twine and of course, unique gift toppers. And I always add a little sprig of greenery to each gift to give it a pop of colour.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

This year I loved the idea of incorporating mini boxwood wreaths into our holiday decor (take a tour of our home all decked out for Christmas here) and I decided they would make the perfect accessories to top off a few of our Christmas gifts.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

They are simple and inexpensive to make and add a nice little punch of colour to plain kraft gift boxes or wrapping.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

Mini Boxwood Wreaths

Supplies

  • Boxwood stems
  • 10″ grapevine wreaths
  • Floral wire
  • Clippers

Instructions

  1. Snip a few small branches of boxwood and soak for 24 hours, this will help keep the boxwood fresh for a longer period of time (make sure you don’t make these too early or they will wilt before you have a chance to exchange gifts).
  2. Working with tiny sprays of boxwood, stick the stems into the grapevine wreath and secure any flyaway pieces with floral wire.

A simple homemade mini boxwood wreath creates a festive gift topper for the holidays.

I chose to only add a few sprigs of boxwood to the bottom portion of my wreaths, but they would be just as pretty as a full boxwood wreath. Or make larger versions for some of your bigger gifts.

These mini boxwood wreaths are so versatile and inexpensive, they are the perfect addition to your holiday decor this year.

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Comments

  1. Laura says

    December 16, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    Hello! Love your blog! Happy holidays.

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      December 16, 2015 at 8:18 pm

      Thank you and Happy Holidays! xo

      Reply
  2. Jenni Ahokas says

    December 17, 2015 at 12:15 am

    I love the idea of a mini wreath. Your gifts look so beautiful, simple and there is just that something special in them! I love gift wrapping too! I try to coordinate them with the decor too! 🙂

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      December 22, 2015 at 11:16 pm

      Thank you for your sweet message Jenni! Enjoy the holiday!

      Reply
  3. Eden Passante says

    December 15, 2016 at 2:51 pm

    Such a beautiful way to receive a gift! Love this!

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      December 16, 2016 at 3:09 pm

      Thank you, I think it’s a sweet touch. Merry Christmas! xo

      Reply
  4. Jessika says

    November 25, 2018 at 5:14 pm

    Where did you buy the boxwood? From a florist?

    Reply
    • Nick says

      November 30, 2018 at 11:53 am

      Hi Jessika,

      If I remember correctly, Alicia just pulled some off of the boxwood bushes we have at the side of our house, but you might be able to find it at your local florist as well. Alicia likes to use what we have around our house, so you might find something around your house that you could do something similar with!

      Reply
  5. Andre says

    January 13, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    Hi i am looking at something like this for my daughters wedding as her favours box have you got other ideas and a price range
    Thanks
    Andrea

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      January 13, 2019 at 8:42 pm

      Hi Andrea, I would suggest searching Pinterest for other ideas, I am sure you will find a lot of inspiration. Good luck! 🙂

      Reply

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