Let’s be honest: not every wreath turns out like the picture you had in your head. Sometimes, the ribbon flops the wrong way, the flowers don’t blend like you hoped, or the whole thing just feels “off.” If you’ve ever stood back and stared at your creation wondering what went wrong, you’re not alone — and you’re not failing.
At Grace Monroe Home, we’ve had our fair share of do-overs, too. The key is learning to lean into the process, rather than letting one frustrating design steal your joy.
Here’s what to do when you don’t love your wreath design (yet):
1. Step Back and Take a Break
Sometimes, you’re just too close to the project — literally and emotionally. Walk away for a few hours (or even a day). When you come back, you’ll have fresh eyes and a clearer mind. You may find it’s not as bad as you thought or spot a small tweak that makes all the difference.
2. Snap a Photo and Study It
This tip works like magic! Take a picture of your wreath and look at it on your phone. You’ll be amazed at how much easier it is to spot areas that feel unbalanced, bare, or too crowded. Sometimes what feels “off” in person becomes obvious through a lens.
3. Look at It From Different Angles
Try hanging your wreath on a door or wall to see it as it’s meant to be displayed. Working on a flat surface can skew your perspective. Once it’s upright, you might realize it’s more beautiful than you thought—or at least know where to improve.
4. Focus on Just One Fix
Instead of scrapping the whole thing, try focusing on one small improvement. Is the bow too droopy? Does one flower stick out too much? Small changes like fluffing the bow, adding a sprig of greenery, or trimming a long stem can create big results.
5. Remember: Every Designer Has “Learning Wreaths”
Even the most experienced wreath-makers have had designs that didn’t go as planned. Every time you create, you’re learning — about your style, your skills, and your preferences. That “flop” may actually be the wreath that taught you something new.
6. Don’t Compare Your Beginning to Someone Else’s Middle
It’s easy to scroll through Pinterest or Etsy and feel defeated. But what you see is usually the end result of hours (or years!) of practice. Celebrate your progress, not just perfection
7. Surround Yourself With Encouragement and Education
If you want to improve faster — and enjoy the journey more — don’t go it alone. We created the Design With The Pros Club to help designers just like you grow with confidence, learn step-by-step techniques, and feel supported along the way.
You’ll get:
- Brand-new tutorials every month
- Expert feedback and critiques
- A loving, creative community
- Practical business tips (if you want to sell your designs)
If you love wreath-making but wish you had more support, this is your next step.
👉 Click here to join Design With The Pros Club
Remember: Not loving your wreath right now doesn’t mean it’s not beautiful — and it certainly doesn’t mean you’re not talented. Every artist grows through trial, error, and a whole lot of heart. Keep creating, friend. You’re doing better than you think.
