Crafting Lavender Wreaths and Centerpieces

Nothing brings the scent and color of summer indoors quite like a lavender wreath or centerpiece. Whether you want a rustic welcome on your door, a fragrant table accent, or a gift that lasts, crafting with lavender is easy, beautiful, and deeply relaxing. Here’s how to make stunning lavender wreaths and long-lasting centerpieces from your homegrown or market bunches.

What You’ll Need

• Dried lavender stems (see our drying guide)
• Grapevine, willow, straw, or wire wreath base (for wreaths)
• Florist wire, green string, or raffia
• Scissors or snips
• Extra dried/herb accessories for color: rosemary, sage, wheat, eucalyptus (optional)
• Ribbon, twine, or embellishments for hanging or decorating
• For centerpieces: small vase, mason jar, or floral foam

How to Make a Lavender Wreath

1. Sort and Bundle

• Gather small bunches (6–10 stems) for easier layering.

2. Attach Bundles to Wreath Base

• Use florist wire or green string to secure each bunch to the base, overlapping as you go.
• Work in one direction around the form.
• For a full wreath, avoid gaps between bundles. For a wild, airy look, space a little more.

3. Build Layers

• Keep layering and wiring in fresh bunches until the loop is fully covered.

4. Finish and Decorate

• Tuck ends neatly under the last layer or snip to tidy.
• Add accents of rosemary, dried roses, or ribbon as desired.
• Attach a bow or loop for hanging.

Making Lavender Centerpieces

• Bouquet: Arrange stems in a small pitcher, jar, or vase. Pair with sage, mint, or wheat for color and fullness.
• Floral foam centerpiece: If you have foam, poke stems in at varying heights for a dome shape.
• Low arrangement in a bowl: Create a “nest” of stems, adding in dried flowers, grasses, or seedheads as you like.

Table tip: Place centerpieces at eye level, or keep them low so diners can see over the flowers.

How Long Will They Last?

• Dried lavender wreaths and centerpieces keep their scent for months (even a year).
• Spritz with a little lavender oil after a few months to refresh aroma.
• Avoid direct sunlight and humidity to preserve color and longevity.

Bonus: Mini Wreaths and Sachet Gifts

• Make mini-wreaths for place cards, chair backs, or small gifts.
• Tie bundles into hearts or shapes for parties, weddings, or holidays.

Wrapping Up

Lavender wreaths and centerpieces are the perfect way to bring garden bounty indoors, year-round. With simple, natural materials and easy assembly, you’ll have beauty, fragrance, and handmade charm in every room or as a heartfelt gift.