Say Goodbye To Traditional Wreaths: This Adorable Alternative Is Way More Unique

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Wreaths are a simple way to dress up your front door for every season. But if you're tired of seeing the same old traditional designs repeated over and over, see if you have a pair of boots you or your kids have outgrown. In case you find a forgotten one hiding in a dark corner of your garage, repurpose this clutter in your home by stuffing its insides with flowers before hanging the decorated pair up. This unique approach will make your house stand apart and boost its curb appeal.

Plus, the DIY is incredibly budget-friendly. This is because you can use any pair of boots you have on hand, although rain boots are preferred since they can withstand inclement weather better. As for the other supplies, you might just have them at home, too, especially if you like DIY home decor projects. So, grab a sharp pair of scissors, a roll of ribbon you have on hand, and a block (or two, depending on the footwear's size) of floral foam from your stash — cheap ones from Dollar Tree will work great if you don't have any. You'll also need some flowers, fillers, and greenery to fill out the boots. Now, you can go with real ones if you don't mind switching them out every few days. Otherwise, get gorgeous imitation florals. And if you want to make your artificial flowers look real, invest in good quality blooms. Once you have everything, it's time to craft an adorable wreath for your front door.

Since you'll be using your old pair of boots, clean their insides, soles, and exteriors to get rid of the stuck dirt, dust, and other debris. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure you don't accidentally ruin their finish. You also want to let them air out for a while if they've been stuck in storage for a long time. This should get rid of musty smells, so your guests don't enter your abode with their noses crinkled. Then, decide whether you want to use the footwear as is or would you like to paint the pair in a different shade. Alternatively, stick floral decals, like Aowdiao's Watercolor Vinyl Stickers, on top. This is an especially good idea if you want to hide some unsightly holes or stains. Don't forget to seal them with Mod Podge to minimize peeling.

Once your boots are ready, cut a block of floral foam to size and slip it inside. Ensure it's snug and doesn't move around a lot, or your flowers will have a hard time staying put. After your base is ready, poke holes at the top with a sharp pair of scissors. Loop in a decorative ribbon (or twine) to connect the two boots. You can use zip ties, too, if you want a sturdier bond. Now, for the fun part: sticking your flowers, fillers, and other greenery into the foam. To ensure your wreath looks amazingly gorgeous, make a few blooms the center of attention and insert others around it as accompaniment. When you're happy with the final product, hang it up.

One of the easiest ways to customize your boot-based wreaths is to choose a distinct roll of ribbon. You can go with bespoke options if budget isn't an issue, or go thrifting to find some unique gems. Another idea is to use event- or season-specific ribbons. So, for instance, if you're looking for stylish summer decor ideas that can be swapped after the season, rolls featuring playful designs or quintessential summery colors will look great. And in case you use artificial flowers, you can swap them per the cyclical change as well. Moreover, you don't have to stick to florals. To illustrate, tiny pumpkins on stakes will look great during the fall. Similarly, imitation candy canes, snow-dusted conifers, and cute winter scenes (on a stake) will bring some holiday cheer to your home.

Not yet ready to bid traditional wreaths goodbye? DIY it as you normally would, leaving some space toward the side for the boots to upgrade the old design. Either zip tie them to the frame as is, or glue a few flowers to their edges to make it seem like florals are tumbling out of them. And if you don't have any old boots at home and don't feel like buying new ones for this DIY, hunt for an unfinished wood rain boot wood cutout in your local art and crafts store or online. Paint and decorate it as you like before adding floral fabric patches on top to get the look.