Looking to add a rustic and personalized flair to your home decor? This DIY wreath project is just what you need! Starting with a simple round wreath base from Dollar Tree, this tutorial will guide you through staining or painting the base, adding custom text, and finishing it off with a bow and florals. Whether you prefer a beachy whitewashed look or a deep, rich wood stain, this wreath can be tailored to match any decor style.

What you need

Round Wreath Base (available at Dollar Tree or any craft store)
Wood Stain (or watered-down paint for an alternative finish)
Optional: White paint for a beachy whitewashed look
Cloth or Rag (for applying stain or paint)
Sticker Letters (from Dollar Tree) or Cricut Machine and SVG File or Sharpie Pen/Paintbrush (for text)
Graphite Paper (white for dark surfaces, dark for light surfaces)
Printed Text Template (if using graphite paper for text transfer)
Ribbon (for bow)
Floral Sprigs (small, for decoration)
Clear Varnish (optional, for outdoor durability)
Scissors
Glue Gun (for attaching decorations)

Instructions

Okay we have all been there right? This fun Amazon sign is a great way to give your guests a little giggle upon their arrival at your door.

This photo was contributed by Kiki D. We loved her version of this Amazon door sign that she made using items for the Dollar Tree Store. Thanks so much for sharing your design with us Kiki.

Prepare the Wreath Base:

Start with a round wreath base. For a rustic finish, use wood stain. Apply the stain with a cloth, wiping off excess until you reach your desired color. Alternatively, you can use watered-down paint for a similar effect—drag the paint on and wipe off to achieve the right tone.
For a beachy theme, use white paint for a whitewashed wood finish.

The focal point of this wreath is the text “Hello Amazon, yes this house again.” You have several options to add this:
Use sticker letters from Dollar Tree for a quick and easy method.
Hand-paint the text using a sharpie or paintbrush for accuracy.
If you have a Cricut machine, use an SVG file to create a stencil or directly cut out the text.
For hand-painted or hand-drawn text, consider using graphite paper to transfer the design. Place the paper underneath a printed template of your text and trace over it to transfer the design onto your wreath base. Choose white graphite paper for dark surfaces and dark graphite for light ones.

Attach a ribbon bow and small floral sprigs to the wreath to enhance its look.
For outdoor durability, coat the wreath with a clear varnish, protecting it from weather elements.
This simple yet elegant wreath will add a warm, welcoming touch to your home and is a wonderful way to showcase your crafting skills!

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