FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2011 | Comments: 60
Paper cocktail parasols – available at party supply stores – are fun and festive. I made this simple project by sticking the parasols into a grapevine wreath and in minutes, I had a bright new look. You could also use a foam wreath.
I didn't even need to use glue – the parasols stay in place quite well on their own which makes this a great craft for kids too – no mess.
To cover the wreath completely, overlap the parasols by placing some in deeper than the others. I also used two different sizes for variation.
I used about 40 umbrellas to make this wreath. For a large package of parasols, check out Party City – you can get bag of 144 for $5.00. I was also able to find larger parasols at World Market.
Che bella!!!!
Lovely!
Anna
Girl, you know how to make any day seem special and colorful and glorious! Thank you!
This is so cute. It would be great for a party too. I linked to your post on my Friday Favorites.
LOVE this, have bookmarked for future reference!
How cute! And bright, cheerful, original!
That is pretty! Do you know about how many, approximately, you used? or how many packs of the parasols you had to buy?
Hi Heather – I would say it took about 40 parasols. I picked up a bag of 144 at Party City for $5.00 – here is a link http://www.partycity.com/product/parasol+party+picks+144ct.do?sortby=ourPicks&pp=60&size=all Good luck! Thanks for commenting.
Take Care, Camilla
thanks 🙂
ARE YOU KIDDING ME??!! That is the coolest dang thing I have ever seen. I’m stunned. And, even better, I totally have a box of parasols from party city already (duh, don’t we all?)….I can’t wait. No idea where I’m hanging it but it’s gonna happen!
Thanks Peaches!!! Knowing you – it will look amazing!!! 🙂 C
This is so clever and adorable. I love how all of the colors look. It does look quite Springy!
I love your ideas! I’m gonna make this for my daughters birthday this friday!
Just adorable! I know what we will be doing this afternoon!
Beautiful! This is so creative. I love it!! (Found you at http://www.OnePrettyThing.com)
This is so awesome!! So bright and colourful, perfect for summer
eeek! love it! I just decorated my spring wreath, this is such a sweet idea though!
I’m in love with this. Don’t know why but I have always loved paper parasols no matter what size! Just maybe because they are so colorful, simple and made for parties! Beautiful job – thanks so much for sharing!
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I just love this!!!! Such a cool and simple idea. I love those little parasols (an the drinks that come with them). Thank you for sharing this idea!
I just discovered your website and have had it open on on my desktop for a week – reminding me to make this. I just did! I hung it on my front door and it looks ADORABLE! Perfect for the craft-challenged yet craft-loving mom. Thanks!
Annie, Thanks so much for letting me know – I am thrilled to hear it worked out and you are happy! 🙂 Take Care, Camilla
Like you mentioned it’s a simple craft and yet so pretty. The colors make us happy!
We will definitely be sharing this on our site!
all the best,
Sherry + Wendy @ Kiboomu
I tried this wreath, but put white lights around the wreath form before adding parasols. Was beautiful when lit. Was beautiful when not lit!
Melody, Excellent idea!!! I bet that looks amazing – I’ll have to try it too! Thanks for sharing and take care, Camilla
That is so cute!
This is just the cutest things ever!! This would be great for a bridal shower and other parties. Love it!
came from SPP, love this! so fun and inexpensive!
We have featured this on http://www.thingsyoumake.co.uk/
Looks like beach umbrellas to me. Could be a great summer door wreath!
I LOVE this! I’m going to make one for our summer BBQ this weekend! Thanks for the great idea.
I love this so super cute! My daughters room is Hawaiian, beach theme. This would be perfect deco. for her room 🙂
Just found you via Pinterest. This is so cute! I’m definitely making this for Christmas in Australia.
I just love this– I’ve had a box of these parsals and now I know what to do with them, but could you tell me what size of wreath you used. thanks so much. Joan
Hi Joan! Thanks, I believe that was a 12-14″ wreath. Take Care, Camilla
Love this. I am always looking for fun new wreaths for my front door. Thanks for sharing.
So clever!!! And so pretty!
Excited to try this…
Adorable upcycling, the things we can do with just about everything- I got it ‘pinned’
Thanks Karen! -Camilla
Linda! ainda mais com esse tema, Frevo, daqui do Nordeste. Vou colocar no meu blog (com seu endereço, claro!)
Lovw this look and am gathering supplies to make but can’t find the larger umbrellas…where did you find them? Appreciate your help!
Hi Trisha! I found the larger umbrellas at World Market – but you can also find them online. best of luck! Have fun with it, Camilla
Did you use glue or anything or do they stay on there own?
Hi There! No, I did not use glue. I just stuck them into the grapevine wreath and they stayed on their own. If you prefer, you could always dab the ends of the umbrellas with hot glue before you stick them into the wreath. I did find my technique worked and when I was ready for a change, I removed the umbrellas and went with a different look. Let me know how it turns out.
Thanks and have a great day, Camilla
do you think using a foam wreath would work?
Hi Emily! Thanks for stopping by. I don’t see why not – I used the grapevine wreath because that was what I had in my supplies. I think the foam would work too. Best of luck and let me know, Camilla
CUTE-A-MUSS
Love love this idea….going to do this with my Alzheimer residents. Simple easy and very cute!
I made one of these for my party using a straw wreath and just poking them in. Worked great! Thanks for such a darling idea.
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I have been plotting my trip to the party store since I saw this on Pinterest. Last night I made my very own. I used a straw/hay wreath and found that it holds onto those little umbrellas very well. So cute. I think grand total was $15 for me including the wreath and all the parasols and now I have about 60 left to do another wreath. Thanks for the so cute idea!
This is just perfect for a beach party shower or theme! Will be featuring on our blog/FB. Great post and great idea!
This is so upbeat and happy! I really love it, and I plan to make two – one for me and one to give away to brighten someone else’s day.
Love it!
What size wreath?
you can use this anywhere in the house to add a little color or brighten up that odd corner.
Me encanta esta idea .
This idea is fantastic.we can use anytime.
I just made the wreath with the drink umbrellas. I used a pool noodle from the dollar store for the form. They had a sign that said “Tiki Bar” added it to the middle of the wreath and a pair of flip flops. It turned out very cute. I just loved the one you had done. I will pin a picture on pinterest.
I just love your idea. We are having a little baby girl shower later this month. Do they make the umbrellas in solid color’s like pink or white.?
Hi Sarah – not sure – I haven’t seen them. You could search online. All the best, C