A few weeks ago, I was at one of my favorite local shops and saw the most amazing corn shock wreath hanging on the wall. It was made with real corn shocks and was big and full and a bit unruly. I fell in love! I couldn’t find a tag anywhere on the wreath, so I found an attendant and asked how much? The wreath was $58!!! For a wreath made out of corn shocks from a farmer’s field! Yikes!!! I looked at the wreath and decided I would save my $58 and make my own.
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Supplies to Make a Corn Shock Wreath
Corn shocks
(I purchased 3 small bunches from the local farmer’s market) About $3 a bunch.
A wire wreath frame. I purchased an 18 inch green wire frame, like THIS, from AC Moore.
Wire paddle like THIS.
Scissors
How to make a corn shock wreath
STEP 1
Cut the corn husks and tassels off the long shocks. I cut my pieces about 12 inches long. The longer the pieces, the more unruly your wreath will be.
STEP 2
Attach the end of the wire from the paddle to the wire wreath form (keep the paddle on the inside of the wreath form). Gather a bunch of about 8 or 9 pieces that have been cut to size. Lay the bunch inside the rounded wire frame. Now, wrap the wire around that bunch several times.
Step 3
Gather another bunch and attach it the same way, but overlap this bunch to cover the wire from the first bunch. Continue on this way the whole way around the wreath. The end of the final bunch should be underneath your very first bunch. And, you don’t see any of the wires! How easy is that!!!
I even made a video showing you just how easy it is!
I decided to hang this wreath outside on my garden gate. This is the first time you’re getting to see my rustic garden gate. I found it at one of my favorite salvage shops this summer. I fell in love with the arched shape, chipping layers of paint, and rusty handle! Mark used some picket fencing and created a little secret garden beside the screen porch. We didn’t do much with the actual garden this summer because of the high temps and humidity, but I’ve been so anxious to share the gate with you!
But, I think it makes the perfect backdrop for a fall outdoor display with a corn shock wreath. If you like this DIY fall wreath, you might like to see my Anthropologie Inspired Fall Wreath or my Real Oak Leaf Wreath.
Hi Doreen,
I totally love your corn husk wreath. And it looks great on your fence…which BTW…I totally love, too! I am thrilled to see how easy it is to make. Thanks to your great tute, I think I’ll be able to make one for my door. It’s always a blessing to visit your blog. This time is no exception!! Love sharing this tour with you. Susie from Chelsea Project
Thanks so much for your sweet comment, Susie! It totally made my day!
Your corn husk wreath turned out wonderful!
Love how your displaying it!
Thanks so very much, Linda!
Your wreath is perfect for fall, Doreen. I love how you hung it on that charming old garden gate. And thanks for the tutorial. So glad you joined us on the tour. ~ Angie
Thanks so much for inviting me, Angie! Such a fun tour!
Very beautiful fall wreath…Im enjoying your blog. De Scott
I love your wreath Doreen and you did great with your tutorial! Definitely on my to-do list!:) Your chippy garden gate is gorgeous and your wreath looks perfect hanging from it! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, Cindy! Hubs wanted to sand the chippy paint off the gate! I put a stop to that, ha, ha!!!
Doreen, I’ve seen these too at very high prices. I didn’t know how easy it was to make. I definitely want to try this. I think I have a wire form already in the garage and i live on a farm with acres of corn so the husks are free. I’m pretty sure my sweet husband would even go cut them for me. I may make one for my daughter and daughter in law too. I appreciate the video too. I’m one that learns by watching.
That’s great, Becky! It was so easy! I actually made it the first time in about 8 minutes! Then, I had to take it all apart to remake it for the video – ha, ha!!!
I’d love to make a wreath like yours, it’s so pretty! Corn husks scream fall to me and are perfect for decorating through Thanksgiving.
Thanks so much, Paula! I agree! I’ll be using this wreath somewhere (I’ll probably move it inside) through Thanksgiving!
I have always wanted to make a corn husk wreath!…thanks so very much for the tutorial!….The wreath is beautiful and love it on that fabulous garden gate!
Great partying with you today!
Thanks so much, Shirley!!! I’ll be over in a bit to see more of your gorgeous hydrangea wreath!
That turned out great. Loved the video tutorial, too. Thanks for posting.
Thanks so much, Marty! So glad you liked the video!
Your wreath is stunning in it’s simplicity Doreen. I know it wasn’t simple to make but the use of just the husks is perfect.
Hi, Kathy! Thanks so much! Actually, the wreath was so simple to make! Took 10 minutes!!!
I am in love with this, and your awesome video makes me want to make one too!! XO
Thanks so much! This is my first video and I am so thankful to have a 21 year old who was able to help me!!!
Doreen, I really like the simplicity of your corn husk wreath.Great video tutorial too, thank you! Tonight is our local farmer’s market and guess what I’ll be looking for? I think two of these would make the perfect base for my pumpkin topiaries.
Thanks so much, Marie! I agree – what a great base for pumpkin topiaries!!! Can’t wait to see them!
I love this! It is natural and simple! Perfection! Thanks for sharing!
I love how this wreath turned out. It is perfect for this season!!!
Blessings…
Sherri
Happy tour day to the Wreath gals!! 😉 I love how this turned out!!
I love your corn husk wreath. I can’t wait to try one. Thanks so much for the video.
Such a beautiful wreath, Doreen. Perfect for fall!
I am such a fan of this wreath. I love things made from real nature and this is amazing in all it’s unruly glory!
Doreen your corn husk wreath is just so beautiful!! And I love it on your fabulous garden gate. It’s all just fall-tastic and I’m so thrilled to be part of the tour with you!
Love this wreath!! It just screams FALL!!
Need to find some corn husks! 🙂
So pretty – LOVE corn husk wreaths!
Doreen I think that’s the prettiest Corn Husk Wreath that I have ever seen! I love it’s elegance and simplicity! Thanks for making a great video Tut to go with it!
Absolutely fabulous. I soooo want to make one of these. My neighbor may be missing some corn husks here soon. 😀
I love this shaggy wreath which reminds me of the Wizard of Oz!! Wouldn’t it be fun if my Aunt could get some for me from my uncles farm? It would make it extra special. Totally different (yet I like it too) than the Anthropology type wreath. I liked the verbal plus visual movie directions. They make me feel very confident about going forth with this oroject❤️
WOW Doreen – your cornhusk wreath turned out great! It is beautiful on the arched garden gate. We bet that this wreath looks better than the inspiration piece! Happy Fall!
Doreen, I’m just now getting around to visiting everyone on the tour. Your video is awesome and clearly shows someone how to make a corn husk wreath!!! And the garden gate is just perfect to display its natural beauty! Pinning and sharing!
Love this corn husk wreath! It’s wild and beautiful!
Thanks so much, Heidi!!
Hi
Are your corn husk totally dry to make the wreath?
Yes, they are dry.
This wreath is so perfect for fall! Love it!
Thanks so much, Kim!!!