Kassie Keck

Dried Hydrangea Wreath

Hydrangeas have always held a special place in my heart. Their soft, billowy blooms bring such joy in the garden, and I never want the season to end without finding a way to bring some of that beauty indoors. Drying hydrangeas allows me to hold onto their charm long after summer has passed. One of my favorite ways to showcase them is by making a wreath—a simple, timeless decoration that can be enjoyed all year long. Creating a dried hydrangea wreath not only preserves the beauty of the blooms but also brings a touch of the garden into your home throughout every season.

MATERIALS NEEDED:

  • Grapevine wreath
  • 20–40 dried hydrangea blooms (the number needed depends on the size of your wreath and the size of your blooms)
  • Pruning shears
  • Ribbon
  • Hair spray (aerosol)
  • Optional: Hot glue or floral wire (helpful if stems won’t stay secure)

PRO TIP – How to Dry Hydrangea Blooms

The best hydrangeas for drying are ones that have started to age on the bush, when their color softens and petals feel a little papery. Cut stems 12–18 inches long and strip off all the leaves. Place stems in a vase with about two inches of water and leave them in a cool, dark, dry spot until the water evaporates and the blooms feel crisp. This simple method helps hydrangeas hold their shape and color, making them perfect for your wreath.

Instructions

STEP 1 – Prepare Your Blooms

Trim hydrangea stems to a manageable length, leaving about 4-5 inches to tuck into the wreath.

STEP 2 – Add Blooms around the Wreath

Begin tucking each stem into the grapevine wreath, working in the same direction for a smooth, natural flow. The vines usually hold stems securely, but if a bloom feels loose or keeps slipping out, you can use floral wire or a dab of hot glue to anchor it in place. Cluster flowers as you go, mixing larger and smaller blooms and varying colors for balance. Step back occasionally to check for gaps or uneven spots, and continue until the wreath looks full and even.

Step 3: Add a Ribbon

Tie a ribbon to the top as a hanger, or simply use it as a decorative accent. Choose a color that complements your hydrangeas or your home’s decor.

Step 4: Preserve Your Wreath

Lightly spray the finished wreath with an aerosol hairspray to help keep dried petals intact.

DISPLAY & ENJOY!

Whether you’ve used dried hydrangeas from your own garden or faux blooms from the craft store, your wreath will bring timeless floral charm into your home. Hang it on a door, a mirror, above a mantel, or anywhere you’d like to enjoy the beauty of hydrangeas in every season.

PRO TIP – No Hydrangeas? Try This with Faux!

If you don’t have access to fresh or dried hydrangea blooms, faux flowers work beautifully for this project. Simply clip the stems to size and secure them firmly with hot glue or floral wire. Faux blooms don’t need hairspray and can be enjoyed year after year.

Happy wreath-making, friends!

Kassie