The Holiday Hack We Wish We’d Figured Out Sooner…
Why did it take so long for us to figure this out? It’s one of our family’s favorite wreath accessories for the winter season!
Every winter, our family dives headfirst into holiday decorating—wreaths, garlands, and of course ribbons & bows. We thought we had tried it all. Until several years ago we thought to use something so perfect, now so obvious, yet rarely seen… and now we can’t imagine our Christmas without it.
The Scarf Wreath
Yes, you read it right. A winter scarf.
Plaid is our preference ;)
Now, imagine yourself welcoming guests with a wreath wrapped in a scarf that perfectly complements the ribbons flowing through your garland and tree. You’ll be the decorator who thought beyond the traditional, weaving every element into one cohesive holiday masterpiece. It’s one of the simplest upgrades you can make, and it might just become your family’s new tradition, too!
Here are a few Amazon scarf picks similar to the ones our family used—perfect for pairing with your ribbon décor:
also on our Favorite Finds page
Why we love this look:
Color Coordination: Match your scarf’s plaid to your ribbon palette—classic red tartan with velvet crimson, neutral beige checks with ivory satin, jewel tones with deep green dupion.
Unexpected Dimension: Scarves drape and flow differently than ribbons, creating depth that makes your wreath look custom-designed.
Visual Harmony: A plaid scarf on the wreath echoes the plaid ribbon woven through your garland.
Seasonal Storytelling: Scarves say “winter coziness,” while ribbons add elegance and polish.
So what do you think—will scarves make an appearance on your wreath this year? We’d love to see how you style it.