Let’s get wreath the program, shall we? Forgive the pun — I’m a little enthusiastic about our latest holiday project. You may remember Cardboard Safari from our recent sponsor shout-out. They kindly sent two of their white cardboard snowflake wreaths and we couldn’t wait to assemble them. Each kit arrives flat in a box with laser-cut recycled cardboard pieces that you punch out and slot together, like a satisfying three-dimensional puzzle for adults.
We’re big fans of anything DIY, recycled, and white, so this was a perfect match. The kits began as a stack of laser-cut sheets, each one filled with pieces waiting to be popped out and put together:
The assembly was simple — mostly the same two steps repeated — so it came together quickly. I even worked on one while quarantined in the bedroom and John was busy on another project.
About ten minutes later it looked nearly complete:
And here’s the finished wreath:
Since we received two kits, we made a pair. The designs often feature animal shapes, but rest assured no animals were harmed in production — the pieces are crafted from 100% recycled, non-toxic cardboard and made locally, so there’s minimal shipping impact.
We hung the snowflake wreaths in the den windows. All it took was a ribbon looped over the curtain rod to hold each wreath in place.
Because we love decor that can multitask, we also used one wreath as a tabletop centerpiece for a cozy holiday breakfast. It framed a small candle and made a simple pancake morning feel festive.
These wreaths are highly customizable — they take paint well and can be decorated with glitter, glossy spray paint, or fun embellishments. You could paint one candy-apple red, add glitter for sparkle, or hang small edible treats like candy canes from a few points for a playful touch. They’re lightweight, easy to hang, and versatile in style.
How would you customize a cardboard snowflake wreath? Would you keep it crisp and white, paint it a bold color, or embellish it for a specific holiday look? And what types of wreaths do you prefer in general — traditional fresh-pine, modern ornament-laden versions, or more architectural styles? We’d love to hear your ideas.