Choosing a Fall Wreath: Size, Materials and How to Hang It
Most fall wreaths that look off are either too small for the door or too orange and plastic. A good one comes down to three things: the right size, materials that look like they came from outside, and a plan for December, since Christmas comes only four weeks after Thanksgiving. Size Two-thirds of the door’s width. A standard 36-inch door takes a 24-inch wreath, like this 22 to 24-inch harvest wreath (on Amazon). A narrow 30-inch apartment door takes about 20. A wide 42-inch door can carry 28. Too small is the usual mistake: a 16-inch wreath on a 36-inch door looks swallowed. Measure your door before you go shopping and keep the number in your phone. ...