I’ve got a fun DIY Mardi Gras wreath rail project for you to try right now. It is so cute and colorful and that is why this beautiful Mardi Gras wreath would be perfect to hang anywhere in your house!
I am really enjoying all the fun and bright colors that go along with Mardi Gras celebrations. So, of course, just like any holiday or occasion, I needed some type of decoration for my home to go along with it, so this easy-to-make Mardi Gras wreath rail is the perfect choice! This design won’t take you long to make and using green, gold and purple mesh and ribbons will have everyone envious of your new fun and colorful home decoration!
Create your Mardi Gras Wreath Rail
If you’re a new reader here and thinking “what is a wreath rail?”, the difference between a wreath and a wreath rail might not be so obvious, so if you are wanting to know the difference between the two then check out this blog post for more information on wreaths vs. wreath rails and how they differ, because I explain exactly what you want to know.
What you will need:
- Mardi Gras Jester Rail Kit
- zip ties
- Cable tie mount
- 3 – 10” deco mesh
- Spool Board (optional)
- Scissors
- Ribbon Tail Board
- Rotary Cutter
- 2 – 2.5” wired ribbon
- 4 – 1.5” wired ribbon
- Deco tubing
- Pipe cleaners
Decorate Your Own Mardi Gras Wreath Rail
- Attach your jester rail kit together using gold zip ties.
- Attach a cable tie mount to the back of the top of your jester hat.
- Add 3 ties down the middle of your rail.
- Cut 1 x 20” strips of each color mesh and add ruffles.
- Using your 3 different ribbons, add your ribbon tails.
- To add some texture and bring out all of the colors to your design, add your tubing into the design.
- Now make and add your bow!
- Use a long pipe cleaner to secure the center of the bow together.
- Use the pipe cleaners on the bow to attach the bow to the wreath.
- Fluff out your bow and cut your tails on an angle or dovetail.
- Attach your fleur de Lis sign to the middle of your bow using pipe cleaners.
- Use a zip tie to create a loop at the top of your wreath.
If you want to make your very own wreath rail exactly like this one, then check out the recipe card below for all of the details.
FAQ
I absolutely loved creating this wreath rail! It is so beautiful and super simple to make! You are able to take this idea and make it completely different or exactly the same, but in case you have some questions, I have some answers!
How to Hang a Wreath Rail
Have you ever wondered or asked how to hang a wreath rail?
This is one of my favorite tutorials for a simple and quick option to do to a wreath rail without a hole. There might be many ways out there to do this but I found that this is fool proof! This works for wreath rails in all shapes and sizes.
Different Ways for Using a 20″ Rail
I teach different ways to use a 20″ rail In this post, including tips and tricks. Have a look and see how I show off my techniques in using these 20” rails and how to have an easier time creating wonderful things with them!
Wreath Rail Tutorial for Beginners
I’ve included detailed instructions In this blog post for those who learn best by reading and the video for visual learners. I do suggest that everyone watch the video before getting started though, because I walk you through each and every step, sometimes more than once.
I hope you enjoyed these step-by-step instructions to easily create and decorate your own Mardi Gras wreath rail design, which can be used as a fun and colorful decoration hanging anywhere in your home! And, the best part about making your own wreath rail is that it’s completely customizable, so you can change any colors and shapes that you want to.
If you need any help with painting your own wood signs or wreath rails and decorating your custom wreath rails, be sure to check out more of our tutorials on Hot Mesh Mom Blog.
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DIY Mardi Gras Wreath Rail
Decorate your own Mardi Gras Wreath Rail with this easy to follow tutorial!
Supplies
3 – 10” deco mesh (green & purple; gold)
2 – 2.5” wired ribbon (Black and white checkered, Metallic green, gold and purple.)
4 – 1.5” wired ribbon (Purple polka dot, gold, gold polka dot and green.)
Directions
- Attach your jester rail kit together using gold zip ties.
- Attach a cable tie mount to the back of the top of your jester hat.
- Add 3 ties down the middle of your rail.
- Cut 1 x 20” strips of each color mesh.
- Then you’re going to take your strips of deco mesh to make a ruffle for every twist tie. To do this, you are going to roll up the edges a little bit and then scrunch it up the center.
- Using 3 your 3 different ribbons, cut 3 strips of each ribbon.
- Once you have your 3 pieces of all three ribbons you will trim the ends of the tails on the ribbons in an angle or dovetail.
- Then you will get one piece of each ribbon, layer them, fold them in half and pinch the center together. Attach the center pinch to the first twist tie on the wreath rail. Repeat with the remaining ribbon tails and twist ties.
- Spread out your center tails in Xs and then Ks at both ends.
- To add some texture and bring out all of the colors to your design, start by cutting 2 strips of each color tubing , take three pieces and make it into a lasso. Pinch the middle to make a bow, lay it down straight on the top twist tie and twist it in. Repeat this to the bottom twist tie and leave the middle twist tie because you are going to leave it open for your bow.
- Now a bow! Start with a 2.5” Black and White checkered ribbon, measure out a 12” tail on your board, pinch, twist and put it on your spool board. Then make a 6” loop by measuring from the edge to the middle of the board and then twist. Make two loops on either side then trim after a 12” tail.
- Next add the multi-colored metallic ribbon, measure out a 12” tail on your board, pinch, twist and put it on your spool board. Then make a 6” loop by measuring from the edge to the middle of the board and then twist. Make two loops on either side then trim after a 12” tail.
- Next add the gold polka dot ribbon, measure out a 12” tail on your board, pinch, twist and put it on your spool board. Then make a 6” loop by measuring from the edge to the middle of the board and then twist. Make two loops on either side then trim after a 12” tail.
- Next add the green ribbon, measure out a 12” tail on your board, pinch, twist and put it on your spool board. Then make a 6” loop by measuring from the edge to the middle of the board and then twist. Make a loop on the other side then trim after a 12” tail.
- Take two pipe cleaners and twist the ends together to make one long pipe cleaner. Use the long pipe cleaner to secure the center of the bow together, twisting it off at the back making sure it is nice and tight.
- Use the pipe cleaners on the bow to attach the bow to the middle twist tie on the wreath rail.
- Fluff out your bow and cut your tails on an angle or dovetail.
- Attach your fleur de lis sign to the middle of your bow using pipe cleaners.
- Use a zip tie to create a loop at the top of your wreath to be able to hang it.
Recipe Video
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