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June 2, 2015 By Jenna 26 Comments

DIY Flamingo Wreath in under an hour

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Want to dress up your front door for summer? What better way than with a DIY flamingo wreath! The best part? It’ll take just an hour to make!

It’s the official symbol of summer.

I don’t care if you think its tacky or not.

The official symbol of summer: The Pink Flamingo

All hail the pink flamingo. 

I can’t get enough of this pink feathered friend of mine, therefore I am proclaiming it to be the official symbol of summer.

I fully realize I may be the only one involved in this proclamation.

That’s ok.

I’ll own it. 

It started with the DIY Flamingo Sprinkler.

My fun friend has recently shown up once more.

In the colorful screened-in porch.

On a wreath.

How to Make a Flamingo Wreath with a Plastic Flamingo

This fun and colorful wreath fits in perfectly with the rest of the porch.

It will also lend a fun touch to a summer party – it practically insists you have a drink complete with a mini-umbrella.

Or at least that’s what it told me. 

How to Make a Flamingo Wreath

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Here’s what you need to make your own pink flamingo wreath: 

  • Wreath Form (I used a 14 inch straw wreath)
  • Astroturf (You can go to your local home improvement store and buy the minimum that you can off the roll for about $5 or so and that should be plenty. I used scraps leftover from a project.)
  • Pink Flamingo
  • Drink Umbrellas – check your local Dollar Store or Dollar Tree for these during summer!
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Scissors

Step 1: 

Cut the astroturf into long strips about three inches wide and three feet long. Wrap the strips around the wreath form securing with a dollop of hot glue between the astroturf and wreath as you wrap it. Continue until the wreath is covered with astroturf.

Step 2: 

Poke the mini drink umbrellas into the bottom of the wreath and a little up the sides.

Step 3: 

Hot glue the pink flamingo to the wreath. I did this by putting a good sized glob (love my terminology?) on the back of the neck and rear end of the flamingo, then immediately pressing and holding the flamingo onto the wreath. So far, its held up perfectly fine.

Step 4: 
Use another strip of astroturf to hang the wreath from or a ribbon.

DIY Flamingo Wreath with Drink Umbrellas and a Plastic Flamingo

Isn’t she just so fun? 

Summer Wreath with a Pink Flamingo

Are you in a summer lovin’ kind of mood yet?

Want to come back to this flamingo wreath tutorial later? Then, just pin the image below!

Flamingo Wreath for Summer

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  1. Megan says

    June 2, 2015 at 8:16 am

    I love pink flamingos. My mom and dad always had summer parties with different themes and one was flamingo. Talk about some crazy outfits and decor! I wish I had pics. My mom has three vintage flamingos, two being concrete. They are awesome!!! Love your wreath, it definitely screams summer fun!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 9:47 am

      Oh my gosh, Megan! That sounds SO fun!!!

      Reply
  2. [email protected] Stroll Thru Life says

    June 2, 2015 at 8:35 am

    Oh I think your pink friend is fabulous.

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 9:46 am

      Thanks, Marty!

      Reply
  3. Chelsea says

    June 2, 2015 at 8:51 am

    The minute I saw the flamingo I knew this was yours! So friggin’ cute, Jenna!! xo

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 9:46 am

      hahahahaha! Of course, Chelsea! Thanks!

      Reply
  4. April Hoff says

    June 2, 2015 at 9:09 am

    You’ve got me SO into pink plastic flamingos this summer, Jenna! I love this wreath!!!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 9:46 am

      Goal achieved! 😉 hahaha! Thanks, April!

      Reply
  5. KWolff says

    June 2, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    Flamingos are my most favorite tacky thing in the world! I have a large collection of the little pink things that friends and family have given me over the years. This is probably one of the best things I have seen in a long time! I’m pretty sure this is going to be duplicated at my house sometime in the next few days. My hubby will thank you. 😉

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      hahaha!! Thanks! Tell your husband I’m sorry-not-sorry! haha!

      Reply
  6. Lindsay Eidahl says

    June 2, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    What a fun project! I would love to take part any time with your group of ladies! FUN!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 3:26 pm

      Thanks, Lindsay!! My hat is off to Chelsea (Making Home Base) and April (House by Hoff) for organizing!

      Reply
  7. Meg @ Green With Decor says

    June 2, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    I love flamingos and love this wreath! What a cute idea!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 2, 2015 at 3:26 pm

      Thanks, Meg!

      Reply
  8. Patty says

    June 2, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    What a fun, fun wreath. Anything flamingo is summer and tropical, makes me think of beaches an margaritas. I always have a few around, I made a fairy beach and have one on the beach.

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 3, 2015 at 7:10 am

      Love it, Patty!

      Reply
  9. Jenna says

    June 2, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    Say what?!? This is crazy awesome! I’m officially making a flamingo wreath for the trailer/camper door. To go with the other 3 that are parading around the yard. Two are glitter. Just saying!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 3, 2015 at 7:10 am

      Ooooooo…….glitter flamingos?! My mind is racing with ideas!!

      Reply
  10. Kathy says

    June 3, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    That wreath would make me smile every time I saw it! It’s awesome.

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 4, 2015 at 7:09 am

      Thanks, Kathy!

      Reply
  11. Georgia @ Silver Spiral Studio says

    June 5, 2015 at 8:00 pm

    These are FABULOUS. As native Floridians, my family loves anything with flamingos, so this would be a great addition for all of us. Thank you for sharing!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 7, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      Awesome! Thanks, Georgia!

      Reply
  12. Krista @ the happy housie says

    June 6, 2015 at 11:35 am

    Awesome!! I once won a pink flamingo at a bar when I was in University and trucked it all the way back to my University dorm. It brings back some good memories. Your creativity never ceases to amaze, Jenna!

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      June 7, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      That’s hilarious, Krista!

      Reply
  13. Rocky says

    August 9, 2015 at 11:10 am

    What a fun, fun wreath. Anything flamingo is summer and tropical, makes me think of beaches an margaritas. I always have a few around, I made a fairy beach and have one on the beach.

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      August 10, 2015 at 8:19 am

      Thanks, Rocky!! Yes, I totally agree -they scream “summer” and make me think of the beach too!

      Reply

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