Learn how to make this a candy cane mesh wreath the easiest way possible! This candy cane deco mesh wreath is perfect for your Christmas decor.

Skills Required: None. You should be able to tackle this project even if you’ve never crafted before. You’re going to be cutting mesh and adding it to a wire wreath form with pipe cleaners. There’s a video in the post of how it’s done!

I really got into making wreaths this year. Like big time. Like maybe you should be concerned (okay, not really – but maybe).

First I did the coffee filter wreath, and then I went ahead and did a ribbon wreath just because I love buffalo plaid. I really love the wine cork wreath I made in spring. Oh, and the pom pom wreath. Can’t forget that one!

For the holidays, I did a witch hat wreath and then a Halloween ornament wreath . . . and I’ve already done a pom pom Christmas wreath this year.

I’ll stop before I REALLY embarrass myself! If you search “wreaths” here on the blog, you’ll get the idea. I really like making them, because they are easy, and satisfying. Plus they are hard to mess up.

So now? It’s time for a deco mesh candy cane for the front door, my friends. I made the mistake of seeing a candy cane wire wreath form online and the rest is history – I had to make this wreath for Christmas!

Tips for Making a Mesh Wreath

This deco mesh candy cane can be completed in three easy steps! You’re going to cut the mesh, and then the pipe cleaner. Then you’ll attach the mesh to the wreath form (which takes a minute). Finally, and this step is optional – you add the embellishment (I added holly and berries).

Mesh to Use

Mesh comes in a few different widths, and this Christmas decor project uses 6″ deco mesh. Depending on the place you purchase, you might find only the 10″ rolls, or even wider.

The good news is that you can cut down the mesh horizontally as well as vertically. The wreath does look a little bit more “hairy” when you trim the mesh. So you might find it’s worth it to order online.

Where to Get a Form

You don’t *have* to use a candy cane wreath form, but they make the project in my opinion! You can get them at the dollar store if you’re lucky. They get sold out pretty quickly though – I wasn’t able to get one at my local store, so I had to order online.

You can use a round wire wreath form the dollar store if you want to keep the project inexpensive and you don’t care about the candy cane shape (and you can still stripe it). OR you can get the candy cane shape on Amazon here.

Are you ready to make this candy cane mesh wreath? Here’s how it’s done below!

Gather These Supplies

Wire candy cane wreath form – 12″
6” X 30 ft rolls of decorative mesh
- Red – 2
- White – 2
Chenille pipe cleaners, 12″ – 1 package
Heavy duty scissors or wire cutters
Ruler
Cutting mat
Rotary cutter (scissors work too, but this makes it easier)
Scissors
Craft foam (optional)
Glue gun (optional)

Tips and Thoughts for This Project

Honestly, you can use any color pipe cleaners because you can’t see them. I usually try to coordinate white one of the colors in my wreath or use white. This time I used sparkle red.

The craft foam and glue gun are optional if you choose to make holly for an embellishment on the front of your wreath.

A lot of people ask what the back of the wreath should look like. Here’s an image for reference:

You may find around the bend toward the top of the candy cane that you need to add some extra white or red around the curve. I used a few extra white tubes around the top of the bend.

Adding the last piece of deco mesh to the candy cane wreath

Find a special place on your wall to hang for Christmas! I’d love to know what you think when your deco mesh Christmas wreath is complete.

Keep your eyes out for more mesh wreaths around here. Because if you think I’m done? I’m not! Let me know what you think in the comments. Merry Christmas!

Yield: 1 wreath

Candy Cane Mesh Wreath

Learn how to make a candy cane wreath with deco mesh for Christmas! This is a perfect decorating craft for beginners.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Active Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes

Difficulty Easy

Estimated Cost $5

Materials

Wire candy cane wreath form – 12″
6” X 30 ft rolls of decorative mesh - red (2), white (2)
Chenille pipe cleaners, 12″ - 1 package
Craft foam (optional)
Craft glue (optional)

Tools

Heavy duty scissors or wire cutters
Ruler
Cutting mat
Rotary cutter
Scissors

Instructions

Start the project by cutting tubes of mesh approximately 10" in length. Unroll the mesh onto your cutting mat and measure, then cut with scissors or a rotary cutter. The width of the mesh should be around 6", and so you'll be working with a bunch of 10" x 6" pieces you're going to roll into tubes.
Cut several pieces of white and red at once. I usually start with about 15 tubes of each color because I know I'm going to need at least that many. Then I add as needed.
Grab the package of pipe cleaners and cut each one into four pieces. You don't need to cut every single pipe cleaner in the package; just cut enough to get started. Set aside.
The process of attaching the mesh is really easy. You'll start with a mesh piece and roll it into a tube. It doesn't have to be really tight. Pinch in half and wrap onto the wreath form towards the bottom.
Bring the ends of the mesh around to touch each other, and then wrap a pipe cleaner piece around and twist.
Repeat three more times to complete the row across the bottom.
Next, you're going to add a white row of mesh on top of the red. Attach four pieces across the form.
Repeat this above process over and over and over again until the wreath form is full. Continue working your way around the wreath form, adding tubes of mesh and securing them with pipe cleaners.
If desired, cut a few leaves and berries out of craft foam or felt. Glue the holly together in a shape before adding to the wreath. You can put hot glue on the back and add to the mesh easily.