How to Make a Mini Bubble Wreath with Ribbon

Learn how to make a mini bubble wreath the easy way, with wired ribbon. This tutorial is for a mini bubble wreath but it is the same technique used for larger bubble wreaths. Anyone can learn how to make a bubble wreath in literally just a few minutes. Mini bubble wreaths make a wonderful friend’s gift for Valentine’s Day, Christmas or any time in between!

Awhile back I shared with you how to make a ribbon wreath the easy way, using wired ribbon and a wire wreath form. Today I want to show you how to make a mini bubble wreath the easy way using this same technique. And just like the ribbon wreath and the burlap wreath it is so EASY!

For this wreath I wanted to make a mini size. Usually I use a 14″ wire wreath form. But this time I wanted to create a smaller wreath, so I used an 8″ wire wreath form. I figured this would be the perfect size to give a gift at Valentine’s Day, Christmas or any time for someone who LOVES red! And I do LOVE red! If you do too you can also see this larger red burlap wreath I made for Christmas.

With this mini bubble wreath you will want to use wired ribbon. This will help the ribbon wreath stay in place and maintain the bubble look.

The trickiest part of making this mini bubble wreath is the very beginning. So when you are getting started with it, be patient with yourself. Once you get down the technique you literally will have no problem with it!

If you are ready to get started on making your own mini bubble wreath! Let’s get started!

Watch the Full Video Tutorial on how to make a Mini Bubble Wreath

If you would rather watch a video I have created a video with the step by step instructions for you below.

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How much ribbon is needed to make a ribbon wreath?

You will need 2″ by 25 ft of ribbon for this craft. I listed the complete supply list below.

Here are the supplies needed to make a ribbon wreath:

Free written instructions
Wire wreath form (8″)
2″x 25 ft ribbon (or 3 rolls of 2″x 9ft)
Ribbon to hang the wreath
Floral wire
Scissors

Here’s how to make a mini bubble wreath the easy way from wired ribbon :

Step 1: Attach the wired ribbon to the wreath form

Fold the end of your ribbon and attach to the wire wreath form. Start with the end of your ribbon. Fold the end in half and use floral wire to attach the ribbon to the innermost ring of the wire wreath form.

Step 2: Loop the ribbon through the wire wreath form

Starting with the innermost ring. Loop the ribbon through each space in the wire wreath from making a ribbon bubble in each section of the wire wreath form. Make your loops about 2-3″ tall. This is really a personal preference if you prefer a tighter wreath you could also make your height closer to 1.” But to make nice bubbles that cover the wire form you need about 2″.

Make loops or bubbles in the second section as well.

Tip: Vary where you make your loops so that the ribbon covers the wire wreath form completely.

Step 3: Twist the ribbon on the under side of the wire wreath form

Once you have loops in all both spaces of the wire wreath form, twist the ribbon on the underside before starting the next row. Then start again and loop your ribbon in the first, and second spaces of your wreath form, twist on the under side, two bubbles or loops, twist on underside…. Continue repeating this pattern until you get to the end of your ribbon. Adjust your ribbon to your liking as you go.

Step 4: Attach the end of the ribbon to the wire wreath form

When you get to the end of your roll of ribbon, attach the end of the ribbon to the wire wreath form with floral wire. This doesn’t have to be perfect and the bubbles will help disguise the start and end points of your ribbon. Just fold the ribbon and half, wrap it around the wire wreath form, and wire it in place.

This was the end of my roll of ribbon. If you are using multiple rolls of ribbon you will need to attach the ends of ribbon to the wreath form each time you come to the end of a roll.

And that’s it…. just repeat this process for your next roll of ribbon!

Then just hang up your beautiful ribbon wreath!

The last step is to hang up your bubble wreath. Because I like a farmhouse feel I used upholstery webbing to hang my wreath, similar to the red burlap wreath I made for Christmas. You can use plain twine or ribbon as well.

I am kind of amazed at how easy these wreaths are! And as I mentioned earlier these bubble wreaths make such beautiful gifts for housewarming or any occasion. You can still make one in time for Valentine’s Day tomorrow,for a gift that can be used throughout the year.

Thanks so much for stopping by! As always I love to see the work you do too. Please email me at: elizabeth@awellpurposedwoman.com if you make a ribbon wreath and let me know how it turns out!

Happy Valentines Day to you!

Love,