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Make it: Pebble & Faux Succulent Wreath

Wreaths are my arch nemesis. Seriously. Well, unless they’re made from book pages. Or maybe barbed wire.  Other than that, I’m kinda a wreck when it comes to making wreaths. I know that pretty much every other DIY homemakin’ kinda mama on earth would beat me in a Bobby Flay style wreath throw down. It’s all good, I have other strengths {like knowing every word to Ice Ice Baby or making the world’s best fruit tea.}
Back to the point, I’m a horrible wreath maker. So, when my friend +Angie Holden asked me to participate in a wreath challenge, I was like, “Hecks yeah!” because when your BFF asks you to do something fun, you go for it, right? Then I remembered my whole wreath affliction. Ack! After a LOT of brainstorming, including too many “what-ifs” and “would it be possibles” I finally figured it all out.
And, my friends, it is with baited breath that I offer you my Pebble & Faux Succulent Wreath.
How to make a pebble and faux succulent wreath


Since I’m all about confessions today, I’m also going to give it up and let you know that I’m a plant killer. Yep, I have two black thumbs and eight black fingers to boot. I’m pretty sure that at some point in time I’ve killed a plastic plant or two. And, just for the record, I kinda hate 99.9% of all fake plants I’ve ever seen.

Then, the decorating heavens parted and I found a 3 pack of pretty succulents on clearance on Target after Christmas for $2. I bought two sets. And they rock. {haha, I made a punny.} I used them on my winter mantle which was up until just this week, but they were too pretty to hide away in a cabinet, so I decided to give them a second life on my wreath.

Speaking of wreath…. let’s make it, m’kay?

How to make a pebble and faux succulent wreath

First you need a wreath form. I used one from Styrofoam Crafts that was sent to me for this project. The larger, the better (mine is a 16 inch.) You need the bumpy, rough texture to hold the grout later, and the flat back works great for this project. However, it is kind of boxy, and you need to round it a bit with a serrated knife to round it up a bit for this wreath project.

After you have the form shaped and ready, it’s time to rock on. I used smooth pebbles from the dollar store, and it took 5 bags for this project. Hot glue them on, fitting them together as best you can. It takes quite a while to cover it, but rock out the whole front of the wreath.

How to make a pebble and faux succulent wreath

After you have the whole wreath rocked, put some cut up straws (or something) in a few of the places kind of close together where you want the faux succulents to go. Next, grout it up. I used pre-mixed grout in white, slathering it on with my hands because honestly it was the easiest way to get it in all the nooks and crannies of the rocks.

Now you’ll need to channel all the patience you can muster to clean all the excess grout off of the rocks – and it takes a while. I used a sponge to clean it all off, just like tile. It takes a long time, but it’s totally worth it. Once all clean, let the grout dry for about 48 hours. The tub says 24, but mine needed longer due to the size of the spaces between the rocks. When it’s all dry, put your succulents in place, then hang it up!

How to make a pebble and faux succulent wreath

If you look very carefully you can see the screw that the wreath is hanging from on the inside of the top rim. I tried a few different ways, but this way works the best, so I went with it.

Last, just enjoy your Pebble & Faux Succulent Wreath – you’ve earned it! It’s a lot of work, but totally worth it for a wreath that will last a long, long time.

*Styrofoam Crafts sent me the wreath form for this project, all words, ideas and opinions are my own*

 

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About Gina Luker

Gina Luker is a writer, photographer and lover of all things quirky. She's usually found with a drill in one hand and a cocktail in the other while blogging along the way. She's addicted to coffee, polka dots, rock stars, Instagram, and everything aqua.

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Comments

  1. Juanita @ The Scrap Cave says

    May 22, 2013 at 12:28 pm

    Ooooohhhh, I love it Gina! It looks amazing!

    Reply
  2. Ann Nihil says

    May 22, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    So different from a the stereotypical wreath. Love it!

    Reply
  3. imklvr says

    May 22, 2013 at 12:59 pm

    OMG!!! Girl! You ROCK! (had to say it….cuz I loved your ‘punny’…that was hilarious and I’ll prolly copy you on it ((as I have so many other things)) ). You can NEVER say you can’t make a wreath again! This is awesome, brilliant and if I can’t make one in the next few days I’ll explode!!! Best NEW idea I’ve seen in a while!!! Oooooh, I’m so stoked to try this! THANK YOU, BRILLIANT MIND!!!! Dona

    Reply
  4. imklvr says

    May 22, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    Hi Gina. I’m back. I want to pin this and don’t know how! Can you help me? Dona

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      May 22, 2013 at 1:20 pm

      Hey Dona,
      Thanks so much! You rock, too 🙂

      To pin it, just hover over any photo and you will see a “Pin it” icon appear. Happy pinning!

      Reply
  5. Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says

    May 22, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    Gorgeous, Gina!! I don’t think you’re allowed to say you’re not a wreath maker anymore. 😉
    I’m loving those succulents!! They are definitely very realistic.

    Reply
  6. Jana@Transformations From the Heart says

    May 22, 2013 at 3:32 pm

    Gina,
    Now you totally “Rocked this Project”! Love it!!

    Reply
  7. Vel Criste says

    May 22, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    this is so cool Gina!!! Uniquely beautiful!

    Reply
  8. Sherri Reyes says

    May 22, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    I love your wreath!!! Great idea, think I may have to try this very soon, I just pinned it! Rock On!!

    Reply
  9. cori warner says

    February 16, 2014 at 3:43 pm

    Gina, That is awesome. I have a small succulent garden at the base of a giant tree in ny yard. This would be pretty to hang nearby. Thanks for the inspire!

    Reply
  10. Tara says

    August 31, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    Quick question: Do you remove the straws when you’re done, or use them to hang up the plants? Could you hot-glue the plants in place? This is so beautiful and unique, I can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  11. Jan Lacerte says

    June 30, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    This is totally cool.Are the succulents live or fake? I’m thinking with enough room around the roots you can keep live succulents.

    Reply
  12. Shirley Stout says

    February 28, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Love this idea! When the snow melts my box of rocks is coming out and becoming a wreath, just have to find the succulents. At first I thought yours were real, they look so good. Thanks soooo much for the inspiration I love rocks and succulents. Can’t wait to get started on this, thank you!

    Reply
  13. Lisa says

    April 10, 2018 at 10:42 pm

    Too cute!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      April 11, 2018 at 10:52 am

      Thanks Lisa!

      Reply
  14. Brenda says

    April 30, 2018 at 8:05 pm

    Hi love it..does it weigh a lot..
    I’m thinking outside on fence in the garden.

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      May 1, 2018 at 11:05 am

      It should be fine on a fence Brenda, it’s not super heavy but more so than a regular wreath 🙂

      Reply
  15. Sheri says

    October 19, 2018 at 12:06 am

    Are these fake succulents?… must be cuz real ones would require some water I would think??

    Reply
  16. Sheri says

    October 19, 2018 at 12:08 am

    How do you water the succulents?

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      October 22, 2018 at 10:33 am

      The succulents are not real Sheri, I used faux ones 🙂

      Reply

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