1. Gather a bunch of your favorite greens. You’ll want to trim them to be all of relatively uniform size and shape. We used camellia leaves from Paula’s yard, but you can use a variety of greens, including different kinds of pines.

2. Prepare a floral foam ring according to its packaging directions. I prefer to soak my rings in a large utility sink, or bathtub. It’s best if you set the ring on top of the water, and wait for the foam to naturally sink in the water. Do not forcibly submerge the ring.

3. On a clean and prepared surface, begin inserted the stems of your greens around the outside of the floral ring. Work your way around the outside of the ring. Once the outside has been filled with stems, then work your way towards the center of the ring, making sure that the floral foam is hidden by leaves.

4. Step back and look for any spots you may have missed, and add any final touches. Then hang the wreath on the front of your door, or wherever you like. You’ve just created a beautiful wreath!