Craft Your Own Blooming Spring Wreath: Rustic Upcycled Charm

Looking for a unique Spring Wreath idea? In this Blooming Spring DIY wreath tutorial, I will share step-by-step details for how to craft your own Anthropologie dupe, rustic flower masterpiece with upcycled aluminum cans. This budget-friendly, sustainable DIY wreath is easy and will look amazing on your front door.

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Anthropologie-Inspired Upcycled Wreath

The Anthropologie version of the upcycled wreath is pictured below. One wreath is $148.00, and I need two for my porch. Therefore, I needed an alternative, budget-friendly option. I have made several projects with recycled aluminum cans and decided to attempt this Anthropologie dupe.

Because I used two old recycled wreaths and most supplies I had on hand, I was able to craft two Anthropologie-inspired, knock-off Spring wreaths for less than $10.00. It’s not a bad deal, and how do you think they compare?

Why Is Anthropologie So Expensive & How Does This Knock-off Compare

First, Anthropologie is considered a high-end brand, and they use high-quality materials for their clothing and accessories. They also offer a unique style that you don’t see in every retail store. Therefore, many are willing to pay for the uniqueness of their products.

Is it worth the price? That would be for you to decide.

Wreath Comparison

The Anthropologie wreath is made of iron, whereas my version is constructed using a Rattan Vine Branch Grapevine Wreath. My wreath is also recycled, so it’s not perfect.

The flowers and leaves are iron on the high-end version – mine are aluminum. If you don’t have the flower and leaf punches, the cost is approximately $32.00 for both. They are available on Amazon and are linked from the highlighted areas above.

Anthropologie recommends the wreath be used indoors or under a covered area outdoors. I would recommend the same for my version.

Even if you purchased a new grapevine wreath and the flower and leaf punch, my version would only cost $56 – $60 each. Compared to $148.00.

I’ve made several projects using recycled aluminum, which I’ve spray-painted and assembled with hot glue. They have all held up extremely well.

If you are concerned with the DIY quality, I hope this helps.

With Anthropologie, it will be delivered right to your door, ready to hang. The DIY version took a few hours to make. There is some drying time involved with the paint, but otherwise, it was an easy project that I completed within two days. Plus, I made two wreaths for less than $10.00.

So if you prefer the ready made version, you can check out all the details here at Anthropologie.

However, I know you can make the wreath for so much less and you will love it.

How To Make DIY Wreath – Anthropologie Dupe

To make the DIY wreath, you can be creative and put your own spin on the design. However, I wanted to duplicate the Anthropologie dupe as much as possible.

If you are a crafter, you probably already own most of the tools you need. Some items can be substituted, but I’ll share exactly what I used or similar items.

Supplies

The Anthropologie Dupe is an easy project with the proper tools. In addition to 12 recycled aluminum cans, you’ll need the following…

• Rattan Grapevine Wreath
• Leaf Punch
• Flower Punch
• Hot Glue Gun
• e-6000 glue
• Split wooden beads
• Chalky White Paint
• Spruce Green Spray Paint
• Yellow Craft Paint
• 2″ Painters Tape
• Scissors
• Small flower floral stem (Hobby Lobby for 40% off only $3.00)

#1 – Upcycle Aluminum Cans

First, save several aluminum cans. I used approximately 12 for this project. Wash and allow them to dry.

Next, remove the top and bottom of the cans. I find that a steak knife works great for this step. After the top and bottom are removed, use scissors to cut the side of the can open.

#2 – Punch Flowers and Leaves

Flatten the aluminum and slide into the flower or leaf punch. Align and punch as many pieces from each tin can as possible.

You will need approximately 22 flowers and 20 leaves for each DIY wreath.

# 3 – Shape Upcycled Aluminum Pieces for Spring Wreath

Once you have all your aluminum flowers and leaves punched, you are ready to shape them for your Spring Wreath.

Place the pieces on a thick towel, which is folded several times.

Start on the backside of the flowers and use a case knife to press lines in the flower petals. I added two parallel lines on each petal. Then, turn the flower over and press one line in between the parallel lines.

The aluminum will bend as you press helping to shape the flowers.

Next, do the same with leaves. Begin on the back side and press a line into the center of the leaf.

Then, turn it over and add 2-3 lines from the center stem outward to the edges of the leaf.

You can see the pattern I used in the image below.

Now, you are ready to paint the recycled aluminum pieces for your DIY wreath. You can paint each item by hand if you prefer, however, I like to quickly use spray paint.

You will need to secure the aluminum pieces in order to spray paint them.

Add several strips of painter’s tape with the sticky side up to a piece of cardboard. Secure the tape on the back side of the board with another piece of tape.

Then, stick the aluminum and beads to the tape. Be sure not to overlap. Place like pieces together to avoid overspray on the different colors.

Spray the flowers with the chalky white paint, the wooden beads with yellow, and the leaves with green.

# 5 – Optional Speckle Technique

The Spring Wreath Anthropologie dupe has a rustic speckled appearance, and I wanted to duplicate that look.

To achieve a speckled appearance on the different pieces, you will need brown craft paint. To splatter, mix a small amount of water with the paint to thin. Then, fill a small brush with the mixture and tap the brush handle with another brush to splatter small amounts of paint over the pieces.

You can add as many colors as you desire. I added some yellow to the white flowers and green leaves in addition to the brown.

# 6 – Prepare DIY Wreath for Anthropologie Dupe

Now, it’s time to deconstruct your old wreath in preparation for the Anthropologie dupe. First, remove all the old decorations, and don’t worry if some of the hot glue stays on the wreath.

Next, spray paint the DIY wreath with the green spray paint. Mine was previously painted white, so I only added a light coverage.

If you are using a new wreath, you may want to add some white paint before painting it green.

To duplicate the DIY Spring Wreath, you need a simple light wreath background. If it’s too dark, the flowers and leaves may not be as visible.

# 7 – Add Flower Centers

Before adhering the flowers to the wreath, you will want to attach the centers to each one.

Apply a small dot of the e-6000 glue to the back of each split wooden bead and press it to the flower center. Allow the glue to dry for several minutes before proceeding.

I decided to use left over split wood beads, however you can duplicate the flower centers from the Anthropologie dupe with recycled aluminum if you prefer. You can use a simple hole punch to create the center circle.

# 8 – Add Floral Stems to Spring Wreath

While you wait for the glue to dry, begin to add a few of the small bud floral stems to the wreath frame.

Break down the stem into small pieces. Run the wire on the flowers into the old wreath wire wrap. Add a drop of hot glue to secure the stem to the wreath.

# 9 – Add Upcycled Aluminum Flowers and Leaves to DIY Wreath

Now it’s time to finalize the Upcycled Aluminum DIY Wreath for Anthropologie Dupe.

Refer to your inspiration photo and begin to add the aluminum flowers to the branches of the wreath.

Add hot glue to the backside and press to the branches randomly around the wreath.

Then, repeat by filling in with the aluminum leaves.

DIY Wreath – Anthropologie-Inspired Spring Wreath

The final step was surprisingly quick and easy to accomplish. Within minutes, the DIY Anthropologie-inspired Spring wreath was ready to hang.

It’ looks amazing hanging on the pantry door.

However, the plan is to add the two wreaths to my front porch for Spring. I look forward to sharing how I’m using them to refresh the porch for Easter and also later this Spring.

Resources

Video Tutorial

Similar DIY Projects

See how the wreath is used to decorate the front porch for Easter and Beyond.

If you liked this DIY project, here are a few other projects that you will enjoy.

• Flower and Plant Pockets Upcycled Project
• Rustic Rusty Tin Can Wreath
• Spring Terra Cotta Pot Wreath
• DIY Star Wreath
• DIY Patriotic Star Twig Wreath
• Stunning Sunflowers Wreath with PInecones
• Metal Flower Wreath

Thanks for stopping by, and I look forward to sharing my next adventure with you.

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