Every February, my neighborhood comes alive with purple, green, and gold. Over the years, I’ve helped countless clients transform their entryways with Mardi Gras wreaths that capture the magic of the season—here are some of my favorite ideas to inspire your own celebration.
Descriptive: Lush Florals Elevate Any Mardi Gras Theme
In my experience, clusters of faux violets, gold mums, and green hydrangea blooms add sophistication and fullness to any wreath. The floral touches soften the shine and create a true garden-party welcome.
Items that may come in handy:
- Artificial Purple Silk Violets for Crafting: Add vibrant purple accents to your wreath for the perfect Mardi Gras touch and festive curb appeal.
- Gold Faux Mum Flower Stems: Incorporate golden mums to achieve the classic Mardi Gras color scheme in your floral wreath designs.
- Artificial Green Hydrangea Blooms: Bring lush fullness and vivid color to your décor with realistic green hydrangea faux flower stems.
Create a Dazzling Mask-Centered Statement
I once helped a client make her front porch unforgettable by centering a glittering masquerade mask on a lush grapevine wreath, surrounded by shimmering beads and ribbons. The way the afternoon sun hit those metallics made her home the talk of the block.
These products might be useful:
- Grapevine wreath base: Start your Mardi Gras craft with a natural grapevine wreath base for a sturdy, rustic look.
- Decorative Mardi Gras masquerade mask: Make your wreath a showstopper by adding a glittering Mardi Gras mask as the centerpiece.
- Mardi Gras beads and ribbon assortment: Enhance your design using purple, gold, and green beads and ribbons for festive flair.
Why Not Add Feathers for Flamboyance?
During my first Mardi Gras project, I discovered how a spray of emerald and violet feathers instantly brought movement and drama to even the simplest wreath. The textures catch every breeze and make even a rainy Oregon day feel like New Orleans.
Explore these options:
- Assorted Mardi Gras Feather Packs: Bring dynamic color to your wreath with vibrant green, purple, and gold feathers—easy to glue or weave in.
- Mardi Gras Ribbon Variety Set: Accent your wreath with festive ribbons to add texture and visual interest to your feathered design.
- Mardi Gras Beaded Necklaces Bulk: String beads around your wreath for classic Mardi Gras flair and extra sparkling dimension to your decoration.
Transform Your Entry with Glittering Bead Loops
One of my favorite tricks is to loop strands of Mardi Gras beads around the wreath form, letting them drape playfully among faux greenery and gold accents. Every year, my own garden gate gets a new version—and the beads never fail to catch the light and the eyes of passersby.
You might like:
- Mardi Gras Bead Necklaces: Drape shimmering bead strands around your wreath for an authentic, sparkling Mardi Gras touch at your entry.
- Artificial Greenery Garland: Add lush, greenery garlands as a base for your wreath to give it festive volume and color.
- Purple and Gold Christmas Ball Ornaments: Enhance your wreath’s décor by incorporating purple and gold ornaments for that classic Mardi Gras sparkle.
Go Bold: Oversized Bows Steal the Show
A lesson I learned working with a client who loved drama: combine multiple wide ribbons in Mardi Gras colors to create an oversized bow that practically jumps off the door. The play of satin, mesh, and metallic textures adds depth and excitement.
The toolkit for this idea:
- Wired Ribbon Set in Mardi Gras Colors: Create dramatic, oversized bows using wide wired ribbons in festive purple, green, and gold shades.
- Glitter Mesh Ribbon Rolls: Add sparkle and depth to your wreath with vibrant glitter mesh ribbon for an eye-catching finish.
- Heavy Duty Wreath Forms: Support large, lavish bows with a sturdy wreath form as the ideal base for festive creations.
Can You Ever Have Too Many Fleur-de-lis?
Last year, I experimented with spray-painted wooden fleur-de-lis shapes, tucking them between clusters of faux flowers and beads. The iconic symbol gave the wreath an instantly recognizable New Orleans flair.
These may be of interest:
- Wooden Fleur-de-lis Cutouts: Add these wooden fleur-de-lis shapes to your wreath for a bold, instantly recognizable Mardi Gras accent.
- Artificial Purple Flowers: Enhance your wreath with vibrant faux purple blooms for a festive and eye-catching Mardi Gras touch.
- Gold Glitter Decorative Picks: Brighten up your wreath by tucking in shimmering gold picks to highlight your Mardi Gras theme.
Try a Wreath with Miniature Parade Floats—Yes, Really!
One of my most unconventional designs used tiny handcrafted parade floats—think little beads, feathers, and wheels—nestled among greenery and ribbons. It was a conversation starter that brought the spirit of the parade right to the client’s door.
Consider these options:
- Miniature Mardi Gras Parade Float Craft Kit: Create unique, eye-catching wreaths by assembling and adding mini parade floats with beads and wheels.
- Artificial Mardi Gras Feather and Bead Garland: Enhance your wreath’s festive spirit with colorful feathers and beaded garlands for extra vibrancy.
- Decorative Gold and Green Mardi Gras Ornaments: Finish your parade-themed wreath with classic Mardi Gras ornaments to boost visual interest and shine.
Welcome Guests with a ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ Sign
For one family, we added a hand-painted sign to their wreath, greeting everyone with a cheerful Mardi Gras message. It set the tone for every gathering and instantly brightened their porch.
Helpful items for this idea:
- Wooden Mardi Gras Welcome Sign: Invite guests cheerfully by adding a festive wooden ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ sign to your wreath.
- Artificial Greenery Wreath Base: Create a lush Mardi Gras wreath foundation using a reusable artificial greenery wreath for lasting style.
- Mardi Gras Decorative Bow and Ornament Set: Enhance your wreath with vibrant bows and ornaments in traditional Mardi Gras purple, green, and gold.
Unexpected: Repurpose Garden Tools for Rustic Charm
After a windstorm, I once transformed a worn-out hand rake and spade into the base of a Mardi Gras wreath, wrapping them in ribbons and beads. The result was a whimsical, garden-inspired tribute that made even seasoned crafters do a double take.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Miniature Garden Hand Tools Set: Add authentic rustic character to your wreath using miniature garden tools with sturdy wooden handles.
- Artificial Greenery Wreath Base: Start your festive door decor with a lush artificial green wreath as the ideal decorative foundation.
- Mardi Gras Ribbon and Bead Garland Pack: Bring in vibrant Mardi Gras spirit by adorning your wreath with purple, gold, and green ribbons and beads.
Client Spotlight: Metallic Coins Spark Instant Festivity
A client once asked for a touch of shimmer, so I tucked metallic coins throughout her wreath, catching sunlight and winking at every guest. The subtle shine added a playful nod to parade traditions.
Useful items to consider:
- Metallic Mardi Gras Coins: Transform your wreath with shimmering metallic coins for a playful, festive Mardi Gras-inspired look.
- Mardi Gras Bead Garlands: Add strands of bold Mardi Gras beads to your wreath for extra color and celebration flair.
- Purple, Green, and Gold Ribbon Bows: Finish your wreath with colorful Mardi Gras ribbon bows to enhance its festive style and charm.
Go Monochrome for Sophisticated Impact
One experiment that surprised me: using only one Mardi Gras color—like deep purple—with all elements from ribbons to flowers unified in the same shade. The result was surprisingly sophisticated and still unmistakably festive.
What you might need:
- Artificial Deep Purple Flowers: Elevate your wreath with lifelike deep purple faux flowers for a unified, elegant Mardi Gras look.
- Purple Floral Berry Picks: Add rich texture and color depth to your wreath using purple berry picks for a festive finish.
- Purple Wired Ribbon for Crafts: Complete your monochrome wreath with a stylish wired ribbon bow in matching purple for easy shaping.
Capture Nighttime Magic with Battery-Powered Lights
Last year, I wrapped tiny battery-powered lights around a client’s wreath so it glowed after sunset, just like the floats in an evening parade. The effect was pure magic for late-night porch gatherings.
Some handy options:
- Battery-Powered Fairy Lights for Outdoor Wreaths: Wrap your Mardi Gras wreath in battery-powered fairy lights to create a magical evening glow on your porch.
- Purple, Green, and Gold Decorative Bows: Accent your wreath with festive bows in classic Mardi Gras colors to enhance your nighttime display.
- Artificial Greenery Wreath Base: Start your nighttime wreath project with a lush, artificial greenery base that’s easy to decorate and reuse.
Mini-Story: When Beads Rain Down—Literally
During a particularly over-the-top project, I attached dozens of bead strands so they draped and dangled like a waterfall from the wreath. Every breeze sent a soft cascade of color and a faint jingle across the porch—utterly joyful.
Products that may fit:
- Mardi Gras Bead Necklace Bulk Packs: Create eye-catching, cascading decor with bulk packs of traditional Mardi Gras beads in festive colors.
- Artificial Palm or Tropical Leaf Garland: Frame your festive doorway and wreath with leafy garlands for an added touch of lush celebration.
- Battery Operated String Lights: Add a warm, festive glow to your bead curtain or wreath with easy-to-use battery string lights.
Bold Claim: Mesh Wreaths Are the Easiest Way to Wow
Mesh ribbon wreaths are my go-to for clients who want big impact with minimal fuss: just gather, twist, and layer in vivid color. The billowy texture and bold hues look impressive from the curb and hold up beautifully in the elements.
A few useful items:
- Mardi Gras mesh ribbon set (purple, green, gold): Create vibrant, festive wreaths by layering these essential Mardi Gras mesh ribbons in classic parade colors.
- Assorted Mardi Gras wreath embellishments (beads, ornaments, picks): Add sparkle and texture to your mesh wreath with colorful beads, ornaments, and festive picks.
- Wreath frame for mesh ribbon: Easily craft large and sturdy wreaths by attaching mesh and decorations to this practical wreath form.
Unexpected: Incorporate Dried Citrus for a Garden Twist
Inspired by my own backyard, I once added dried orange and lemon slices to a Mardi Gras wreath, pairing their golden tones with the classic palette. The fresh, unexpected look and subtle citrus scent had guests asking for the recipe.
Some relevant options:
- Assorted Dried Orange and Lemon Slices for Crafts: Add natural charm to your wreath with vibrant, ready-to-use dried citrus slices for instant festive flair.
- Artificial Pine Wreath Base: Create a lush backdrop for your citrus accents with a versatile artificial pine wreath base.
- Purple and Gold Wired Ribbon for Decorating: Elevate your Mardi Gras wreath by tying bold bows with classic purple and gold wired ribbon.