Get that southern farmhouse Christmas vibe...

As you know, my books are often set in small southern towns. And in the south, we take our farmhouse Christmas decorating very seriously… But there’s a problem I always face when decorating: Christmas wreaths. It’s very expensive to get a good one, and mine usually get kind of gross by the end of the season. Why pay a ton of money for something I’m only going to use for a short while? So I’m going to share my secret with you. I’ll take this cheapo wreath and turn it into a little southern Christmas magic!

Step One: You’ll need one or two spools of wire-rimmed farmhouse-style ribbon, 5-6 rustic ornaments (all the same), a slightly larger ornament for flair, floral wire or twist-ties, and the wreath.

Fluff out the wreath, bending the branches to a wider circle. Set out the ornaments, giving an even amount of space between them. Once you get them where you want them, (I cut off the hanging strings) wire them to the wreath.

Cut 5 or 6 ribbons. I layered the gingham and burlap ribbons for the farmhouse look, so I needed 10-12 ribbons to allow for two at each spot.

Slide them under the wire of the wreath and tie them once tightly. (If you have a vine wreath, you may need to cut your ribbons longer to reach all the way around.

Lastly, add your extra fancy ornament on the side and there you go! From cheap to farmhouse fabulous!