DIY French Peat Wreath to Make Now!

Hello everyone. Today I’m sharing my third and last wreath using peat pots. The first was an adorable wreath with Spanish moss and a foam wreath form.  The second wreath uses a grapevine wreath and sheet moss as a base with peat flower pots. Today I’m sharing a DIY French peat pot wreath to make now. I will share detailed instructions to make this wreath and creative ideas to make one similar.

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Tip: Check my blog post for creative ideas using a larger pot. I share a great way to use peat pot flower pots. These are perfect for next year’s Easter candy, Easter eggs, and Easter table. These pots are also a pretty Easter decoration. So, look at these. This is the perfect time to Pin them for next year. This is a great way to use these DIY projects in spring decor and all year round.

Where to buy peat and terra cotta pots:

• * Hobby Lobby
• * The Garden Center
• * Dollar Tree
• * The Dollar Store
• * Walmart
• * Amazon

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How can I use peat pots?

Peat pot flower pots are also versatile, eco-friendly, and don’t require much additional cost.

Here are some creative ideas:

• * Starting Seeds: Peat pots are a great way to start seeds. They provide a controlled environment for young plants, reducing shock when transplanted.
• * Transplanting Seedlings: Once your seedlings have grown, you can transplant them into larger pots or your garden without disturbing their root system. 
• * Herb Gardens: Use peat flower pots to grow fresh flowers and herbs. This is also the best way to grow a small, indoor herb garden. You can place the pots on a windowsill where fresh herbs can get plenty of sun.
• * Gift Plants: Larger pots or terra cotta pots make great containers for giving a beautiful flower as a gift.
• * DIY Hanging Planters: This is also an easy DIY project to make with jute, twine, or a clothesline, to make larger peat pots into hanging planters. This can add a rustic touch to your indoor or outdoor space. Here is a YouTube video I found it’s easy to follow and people liked that it was short and easy to follow.

Craft Supplies DIY French Peat Pot Wreath

A grapevine wreath, foam wreath form, or wire wreath frame

• * Hot glue gun
• * 2” peat pots (size of your choice)
• * Green Spanish moss or sheet moss
• * Ribbon to wrap around the sides of the wreath (optional)
• * Pair of scissors
• *Paintbrush
• * Rub N Buff (antique gold – optional)
• * Rag or paper towel
• * Chalk paint or white craft paint
• * Clear wax (optional)
• * Dark wax (optional) Burnt umber craft paint works
• * Corn starch (optional)
• * Small paintbrush
• * Wood glue (optional)
• * Paper Clay (optional)
• * IOD Mold (optional)
• * Resealable plastic bag (optional)

DIY French Peat Pot Wreath 

Step 1: Secret Hack Revealed: Add Cornstarch to Clay Molds

Have you ever tried your hand at working with IOD molds? Honestly, the first thing I worried about was it being difficult. As I have mentioned, I have MS, and my motor skills aren’t the best. So I wasn’t sure it would work but guess what, it did! I will share detailed instructions with you and if I can do it, I know you can too!

I found my mold on Amazon. Unfortunately, it’s out of stock. Have no fear, I found it on it for you! 

The first thing when using IOD molds is to prepare the mold. Add a dusting of cornstarch using a small brush or stencil brush. This allows the paper clay to come out of the silicone mold easily. Next, shake the excess cornstarch from the clay mold.

Adding the Clay

Step 2: Master the Technique: Paper Clay Molds

Take a small piece of the clay and roll it between your hands. Add it to the silicone mold and use your hand to get the clay as flush to the mold as possible. This is the perfect time to share a tip for smooth paper clay.

Pro Tip: Dip your finger into the cornstarch. Rub lightly across the top of the clay. Once it’s smooth be sure to stop, this prevents too much clay removal. It’s a better way to get a flat surface than a popsicle stick. This works every time.

Removing the Clay

Step 3: Effortless Perfection: Removing the Clay from the Mold

Begin bending the clay mold slightly and carefully remove the clay. Next, add a layer of wood glue and I have a great way to add the wood glue too! Add glue to the back of the clay. Carefully add it to the side of the pot. Let them dry. It was humid when I made these, so they dried overnight. This adds a unique look and French flair.  

Pro Tip: These aren’t large pieces of clay and instead of worrying about them bending from your finger. Use a craft paintbrush to add glue to the back.

Paint Pots

Step 4: Transform Your Wreath: Beautiful Flower Pots with Paint

I painted each pot with one coat of Annie Sloan Old White chalk paint. I chose this color because it isn’t a bright white. White acrylic paint will work fine. Let them dry. This takes approximately half an hour.

Rub N Buff

Step 5: Achieve a Luxe Finish: How to Add Rub N Buff 

This is the perfect time to add Rub N Buff in antique gold to the peat pot flower pots. I have added this to other DIY ideas and a little goes a long way. This step is optional however, it gives these peat pot flower pots a unique look. It combines rustic and elegant together. Use a small paintbrush or your finger to apply to the pots.  Rub it in with a paper towel for a gilded look.

Note: The longest part is waiting for the clay, glue, and Rub N Buff to dry overnight. the rest is smooth sailing. I like to share every detail when sharing DIY ideas. I want you to have as much information as possible to make any project I share.

Clear And Dark Wax

Step 6: Enhance Your Decor: Adding Clear and Dark Wax for Charm and Character

Next, I added a coat of clear wax and dark wax to the pots. Add a light coat of clear first to any DIY project. Then add the dark wax because this wax tends to soak into the paint quickly. This is especially true on furniture pieces. Add this using a stencil brush. Also, a little dark wax goes a long way. So, only a little is needed. After it’s added rub the waxes into each pot with a rag or paper towel. Rubbing the wax into the pots is important, otherwise, the wax will become sticky.

Pro Tip: Burnt umber craft paint can be used for this process. I suggest using a dry brush technique if you are using craft paint. I shared detailed instructions last year on DIY ideas. Dry brushing planters and painting a picnic basket. It’s easy to do.

Putting the Wreath Together

Step 1: Bring Nature Home: How to Add Moss for a Lush Look

The first thing I did was to begin adding hot glue to a grapevine wreath. I cut pieces of green Spanish moss with a pair of scissors. Add glue to the grapevine. Add moss to the wreath. Use a popsicle stick to hold it to set. This prevents the risk of burns.

A foam wreath can be used for this DIY project. Look for these at Dollar Tree or the Dollar Store.

Pro Tips: If using a foam wreath form set your glue gun on a low setting. This prevents the hot glue from being too hot. I share this for other DIY projects. 

Seed Packets

Step 2: Add Charm with Seed Packets to Your DIY French Peat Pot Wreath 

I found these vintage-looking seed packets on Etsy. These don’t add much additional cost, they are 6 for $2.07. Print these on computer paper or cardstock. I used cardstock to give me the weight of vintage packets. There are lines to make these easy to fold. The seed packets are the first thing I added to the moss. Add a dot of hot glue to the back. Place them on the Spanish moss and hold each one to set.

ProTip: Purchasing items like this is a great way to get tons of use for another DIY project such as a vintage seed packet wreath. This would be an adorable wreath for the front door for fall with small pumpkins inside each pot with moss.

Add the Pots

Step 3: A Unique Look: Glue Pots for a DIY French Peat Pot Wreath

Add glue in two rows to the back of each peat pot and hold them to set. I had a ribbon left over from another project. I wrapped the ribbon around the wreath and added glue. This is optional, but I think it adds charm. Choose a ribbon to hang your wreath in your dining room, porch, or door.  For a centerpiece on a spring table add a battery-operated candle.

Tip: If you add paper clay to the outside of the pots, I DON’T RECOMMEND HANGING THIS WREATH OUTSIDE. If terra cotta pots are used tie them with jute or twine to keep them attached. Speaking of flower pots, I made a terracotta wreath with eucalyptus garlands last year. Our black door is a great backdrop for this wreath! And there’s no glue!

Other Creative Ideas to Enhance Flower Pots:

Wrap the jute around tie a bow, or add buttons to the ends.

Decoupage the outside with paper napkins or graphics. Check my graphic Pinterest board, many choices.

When adding Mod Podge to outdoor pots it’s particularly important to use outdoor Mod Podge. Add it inside and outside the pots, especially for terra cotta pots.

Stamp the outside when the paint is wet for extra charm. Stay tuned for future projects using this set.

Add a stencil or twigs

Another Wreath Idea

Can herbs and flowers be added to a wreath?

Yes, fresh herbs and fresh flowers can be added to these pots.

Here’s how you can create an adorable wreath with peat flower pots:

Grapevine wreaths are popular because they offer a great backdrop and are easy to work with. Leave the pots natural or add a quick coat of chalk paint to make them lighter for your spring decor and summer. Use jute to attach the peat pot flower pots to the grapevine wreath. Add the jute through the small hole on the bottom. Wrap the jute around each pot and secure it to the wreath form.

Make sure the plants are snug and secure.  Place Spanish or sheet moss around the plants in each pot. This is the best way to help retain moisture.

Choosing Fresh Flowers and Herbs for a Wreath

Choose fresh herbs and flowers with similar light and water requirements for the best results. Hang the wreath in a location that provides the appropriate sunlight for your plants. An area with indirect light is usually a safe choice. However, for a lot of sun succulents are a better way to go. These require less water and maintenance.

Tip: Don’t use hot glue for this DIY project if it hangs on the front door and gets sun. The glue will soften, and the pots will fall off.

SPRING IDEAS AND DIY IDEAS

Next year make a vintage seed packet wreath or add the pots and bird nest to a wooden bowl as a centerpiece for spring decor. This will work through summer and fall too.

Or make a seed packet flower pot wreath with terra cotta pots from the Dollar Store, Hobby Lobby, or Dollar Tree. Grapevine would make a great backdrop with the rustic look of the terracotta.

Paint with acrylic or chalk paint. Add flowers and the vintage-looking packets I shared. Or fill the pots with succulents and add moss to retain moisture for the plants. Cut jute or twine with a pair of scissors and attach the flower pots through the small holes on the bottom. Wrap the twine around the pots and the wreath and tie a knot to secure it. This makes a rustic terracotta wreath to add to the home, door, shed, or centerpiece.

Pro Tips: Choose fresh herbs and flowers with similar light and water requirements for the best results. Hang the wreath in a location that provides the appropriate sunlight for your chosen plants. An area with indirect light is usually a safe choice. Fresh flowers and herbs will have a limited lifespan on a wreath. You can extend their freshness by misting them regularly and ensuring they get sunlight. However, be prepared to replace the plants as needed to maintain the wreath’s appearance.

Future Projects

Creating a DIY French Peat Pot Wreath is an easy way to add a touch of rustic elegance to any space. This is the perfect time to visit the dollar store. Make this wreath with our detailed instructions for your home. Each step is to help you achieve a unique look for a wreath for spring. Consider using these pots for other DIY ideas or add them to a spring table in a wooden bowl on the dining room table for a pretty centerpiece. Add a battery-operated candle for ambiance in the evenings. Be sure to follow Cloches & Lavender so you won’t miss our future projects and the creative ideas we share!

Before You Go

*NOTE* Before I leave you I want to remind you that I have MS with motor skill disabilities and I use a walker. Never let your health stop you from trying any project. I wasn’t sure if working with clay mold would work and it did. I paint furniture with my walker by my side. It takes longer, but I finish the job and look forward to sharing future projects with you when I finish painting them!

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