You will need: Natural moss, wreath frame, potting mix, water-storing crystals, floral wire, small knife, assorted herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, lemon balm or oregano), tray and watering can.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 1
Moisten the moss in a tub of water and then spread it out on a flat work surface.
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Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 2
Place the wire wreath frame in the centre of the moss.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 3
Amend the potting mix with a scoop of the water-storing crystals.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 4
Scoop the amended potting mix into the wreath frame until the entire form is filled. Use your hands to firm down the soil.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 5
Secure one end of the floral wire to the wreath frame.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 6
Use your hands to make a hole in the centre of the wreath and place the spool of floral wire in the centre (leave it there for now).
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 7
Wrap the moss around the wreath frame – working from the edges toward the centre – until the entire frame is covered.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 8
Wind the floral wire around the moss-covered wreath frame to secure the moss in place.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 9
Use the small knife to divide the herb plants into smaller sections.
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Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 10
Grasp the base of one of the divisions and insert it into the wreath form, tucking in the roots.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 11
Continue to plant the remainder of the herbs into the wreath form, staggering the spacing so the herbs will fill in evenly.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
DIY project: Decorative living herb wreath
Step 12
Place the completed wreath in the tray and water with a watering can, allowing the wreath to become fully saturated. The wreath should remain flat for two weeks before hanging.
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By: Amanda Etty
Source: Janis Nicolay
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