Stunning Square Floral Wreath With Peonies and Bead Grass Using a DIY Angel Vine Square Frame

 Stunning Square Floral Wreath With Peonies and Bead Grass Using a DIY Angel Vine Square Frame

If you love the look of a square grapevine wreath but have trouble finding one, this DIY Angel Vine Square Frame is such a clever and budget-friendly alternative. Instead of starting with a premade square grapevine, this project uses a Dollar Tree square frame and angel vine ribbon to create the look of a natural square wreath base. Once the frame is wrapped, it is decorated with soft peonies, bead grass, greenery, and ribbon for a simple but beautiful everyday design.

This is one of those projects that looks much more expensive than it actually is. The angel vine gives the frame a natural, twiggy texture, while the florals and bead grass soften the design and add movement. It is perfect for everyday decor, spring and summer, weddings, chair backs, craft fairs, or even a sweet accent piece inside your home. You can keep it simple like this version or add a small sign across the center for a more finished wreath look.

Supply List

Dollar Tree square wreath frame
Angel vine ribbon or angel vine rope
Bind wire
Brown zip ties, optional
Weaving needle
Wire cutters
Hot glue gun or glue pot
Glue sticks
Peonies
Bead grass
Ficus, maidenhair, or similar greenery
Purple and green leaf bush
Small purple flowers, ranunculus, roses, or floral accents
Ribbon in a coordinating color
Scissors or rotary cutter
Optional sign for the center

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Create the Square Angel Vine Base

Start with a square frame from Dollar Tree. This gives the angel vine structure and helps it hold its shape. You could technically create the shape without a frame, but using a frame makes the project much easier and sturdier.

Take your angel vine ribbon or angel vine rope and begin wrapping it around the square frame. Start in one corner, especially if you plan to decorate that corner later. This allows you to hide the starting point under your florals, ribbon, or greenery.

Use a zip tie or bind wire to secure the angel vine to the frame. If you have brown zip ties, they blend in nicely. If not, bind wire works beautifully because it disappears into the vine texture.

2. Wrap the Frame

Continue wrapping the angel vine around the square frame. The angel vine used in this project is wide enough to cover the frame well, which helps create the look of a square grapevine wreath.

When you get to the corners, bend the angel vine carefully and leave a little extra material so you can spread it out and cover the frame. Corners can be the trickiest part, but the angel vine is forgiving. You can pull, spread, and bunch it slightly until the metal frame is hidden.

Use a weaving needle to help pull bind wire through the vine and around the frame. Tie the vine down in several spots as you go. You do not need to tie every inch, just enough to keep everything secure.

3. Clean Up the Shape

Once the frame is wrapped, look over the entire piece and check for any areas where the square frame is showing. Add a little more angel vine, spread the existing vine, or secure loose spots with bind wire.

Angel vine can be messy, just like grapevine, so shake off any loose bits and clean up the edges. The finished base should look natural, textured, and similar to a square grapevine frame.

4. Decide Where to Decorate

For this design, the florals are placed in two opposite corners, creating a balanced top-and-bottom look. You can decorate the upper left and lower right corners, or the upper right and lower left corners, depending on which direction you want the frame to hang.

A good trick is to decorate the corners where the frame is showing the most. This hides any imperfect areas and makes the final design look intentional.

5. Add the Greenery

Before adding flowers, create a soft base with greenery. Use ficus, maidenhair, purple and green leaves, or any delicate greenery you have on hand.

Bend your greenery stems before gluing them in. This helps them follow the shape of the square frame instead of sticking out stiffly. Place some greenery toward the front and some behind the frame so the design has depth.

Add greenery to both decorated corners. The two corners do not have to be exactly the same, but they should feel balanced and coordinated.

6. Add Bead Grass

Next, add bead grass for texture and movement. Cut the bead grass into smaller sections. You can divide each stem into one fuller piece and one smaller piece.

Glue the ends and insert them into the angel vine at an angle. Place the smaller pieces toward the inside of the design and the fuller pieces toward the outside. This creates a soft, airy look without overwhelming the frame.

Bead grass is perfect for this kind of project because it adds a wispy, flowing effect and helps fill space without making the design look too heavy.

7. Add Peonies and Florals

Now it is time to add the main flowers. Peonies are beautiful for this project because they give a soft, romantic look. If your peonies are very large, use just one or two. If you have smaller peonies or ranunculus-style flowers, group them in threes for a sweet cluster.

Place the flowers over the greenery and bead grass. Angle the flower heads so they face forward instead of lying flat. This makes the design look fuller and more professional.

Add a few smaller purple flowers or delicate accent blooms around the peonies. These help tie in the ribbon and give the frame a soft pop of color.

8. Add Ribbon

Choose a ribbon that coordinates with your flowers. A purple, peachy pink, coral, or soft neutral ribbon works beautifully depending on the florals you use.

For this design, create simple loops instead of a large bow. Make several small loops, around five to six inches each, and secure them with a zip tie or wire. Tuck the ribbon into one floral corner so the tails can drape down slightly.

You can also add ribbon tails coming from the lower section to give the design a little more movement.

9. Optional: Add a Sign

If you want to personalize the frame, add a small sign across the center. Nestle it into the open square area and secure it to the frame. A simple welcome sign, wedding sign, scripture sign, or seasonal sign would all look beautiful.

This step is optional because the frame is already pretty on its own.

10. Final Touches

Look over the entire frame and make sure the florals, greenery, and bead grass are balanced. Add small pieces of greenery wherever you see gaps. Fluff the ribbon loops and adjust the bead grass so it flows naturally.

This DIY Angel Vine Square Frame is quick, simple, and so pretty. It is proof that you do not need a lot of supplies to make something beautiful. With a Dollar Tree frame, angel vine, peonies, bead grass, and a few floral accents, you can create a high-end looking piece for your home, a wedding, or your next craft show.