Raw Husk Corn Husk Wreath
I love the earthy greens mixed in with the natural husk tones. It was quite easy.
2 bags dried corn husks
raw corn husks from 7 ears of corn
1 flat wood wreath form
twine
** Soak your husks in water to soften & then remove & pat excess water off of them
**Layer 2 raw husks with 2 natural husks alternating colors
**Lay on wreath form & tie on with twine in the middle of the husks.
**Fold tied husks to one side & repeat so that each bundle of husks are no more than 1/4 – 1/2 inch apart. This makes the wreath very full when dry.
**Once you have tied the husk bundles all the way around your form- tear into the wider pieces to fray them.
**Hang upside down in a warm place to dry. This allows the husks to all dry straight out instead of sagging to the bottom. I attached mine to a wire hanger with paper clips & hung it in the warm garage for a couple days.
Yep- it’s that simple. & I love the punch of texture on my door.
AND- I was happy to cross this off my bucket list for a second time this season.
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Danelle says
I think this might be your most beautiful wreath yet…..and they have all been beautiful! Thankfully most of the corn crop in Colorado has been harvested already, but I think anything left is covered with water now. Probably won’t be a lot of Fall corn husk crafts or corn mazes for us this year. So I will enjoy seeing yours all the more. 🙂
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you Danelle- I’m a little crazy with the husks at the moment. 🙂
I was wondering how you have been doing with the water. Been on my mind – so devastating. Please keep me posted on things there.
Cathy says
Gina, this wreath is so beautiful – love it…. visiting from Pieced Pastimes… have a wonderful weekend… Cathy
Susan says
Pretty! I’m going to have to try this! 🙂
Lynn says
The wreath is beautiful! I love it when people use what they have and come along with something wonderful.
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you Lynn- I have a slight obsession with corn husk decorating this time of year.
Shana Norris (@ShanaGibson) says
Love the subtle colors of this wreath, Gina. It would be perfect on a dark wood or dark-colored door.
Stopping by from DIY Sunday Showcase.
Gina Kleinworth says
I agree Shana. I would love a darker door for it.
[email protected] says
Wow, Gina, this is AMAZING!
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you- I have a slight obsession with corn husks this time of year 🙂
heartfeltbyanton says
Your wreath is beautiful, I love the fullness and the wonderful texture… When I was young we lived near a farm and used corn husks in so many projects, love seeing yours, it brings back memories!
I linked over from the Homemade by You Party where I am participating too with Spooky Spider Card and would love it if you’d stop by.
Hugs, Antonella 🙂
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you so much- I love hearing about your memories of the corn husks. I really love crafting with them.
Erin @ the Little Apartment says
I love the texture. It totally drew me in! very nice.. I might have to try that one of these days!
Gina Kleinworth says
Thank you Erin- crafting with corn husks is a favorite for me this time of year.
Krista @ the happy housie says
I LOVE this wreath Gina!! Thanks for sharing it at Work it Wednesday this week! Hope to see you back tomorrow – party goes live at 9am EST.
~Krista
Dee says
The Corn Husks make this wreath a show stopper! Looks beautiful and so very fall-ish! Come link up to the Fall Wreath challenge at The CSI Project. It is going on right now!!! Come on over!
http://www.thecsiproject.com
Leslie says
Any chance you remember what size wreath form you used? I just bought an 18” flat form from Michael’s to try this, but now I’m worried it’s too large for the corn husks to really fill in the middle the way yours does. Thanks.
Gina Kleinworth says
Hi Leslie, I just measured it & it is a 12″ form.
You could still use that form & try my other corn husk wreath (https://www.kleinworthco.com/frayed-corn-husk-wreath/) It would work better with the supplies you have on hand.
When you are done with your project, please share it & tag me on Instagram so I can see how it turned out.