DIY Neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath

If you’ve been following along for a while, you might remember the colorful vintage Christmas ornament wreath I made a while back. It was one of those projects that turned out even better than I imagined, and I’ve loved it ever since! Today I am sharing my DIY neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath.

This year, I decided to make another one, but with a completely different look.

I wanted a neutral vintage Christmas ornament wreath filled with natural wood, creamy whites, aged silver, and a little black for contrast. Something that still had all the charm and nostalgia of my original wreath but felt a little softer and more in line with how I’m decorating our home this Christmas.

And I have to say, I love how it turned out!

Inspired by My Original Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath Is My DIY neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath

The inspiration for this project actually came from my original DIY vintage Christmas ornament wreath.

That wreath was full of colorful vintage ornaments, and I loved how all the different shapes, textures, and little treasures came together to create something so unique.

For this version, I followed the same basic process but changed the color palette completely.

Instead of bright vintage ornaments, I started collecting anything I could find in shades of cream, white, natural wood, silver, and black.

I especially loved finding little wooden figures, stars, bottle brush trees, and ornaments that had that perfectly imperfect vintage look.

Mixing Vintage Ornaments With New Finds For My DIY neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath

Here’s where this project got a little interesting.

When I made my colorful wreath, finding ornaments wasn’t nearly as difficult. Vintage Christmas decorations come in so many beautiful colors, and there always seems to be something fun to discover while thrifting.

Finding enough neutral vintage ornaments, however, was a completely different story!

I quickly realized my options were a little more limited.

Rather than wait until I had collected enough vintage pieces to fill the entire wreath, I decided to mix in some new ornaments as filler.

And you know what? I think that’s part of what makes it work!

The newer matte black ornaments help ground the design, while the shiny silver ornaments add a little sparkle. The natural wood pieces and creamy white details soften everything and give the wreath that collected, vintage-inspired look I was hoping for.

I love mixing old and new throughout our home, so it only makes sense that I would do the same with my Christmas decorations.

Supplies for a Neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath

You can customize this project with whatever you already have or happen to find while thrifting.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• A sturdy wreath form, I thrifted mine
• Assorted vintage or thrifted Christmas ornaments
• Natural wood ornaments, stars, and small figures
• Cream and white Christmas ornaments
• Silver or mercury-glass-style ornaments
• Matte black ornaments for contrast
• Small bottle brush trees and other miniature decorations
• Hot glue gun and plenty of glue sticks
• Floral wire or ornament wire for extra support, if needed

My biggest tip is to collect more ornaments than you think you’ll need. Having a variety of sizes and shapes makes it much easier to fill the gaps and create that full, layered look.

How to Make a Neutral Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath

Step 1: Gather and Sort Your Ornaments

Before attaching anything, I gathered all my ornaments and separated them by color, size, and texture.

I wanted a good balance of natural wood, white, silver, and black, with plenty of interesting shapes mixed throughout.

Don’t worry about everything matching. In fact, I think the more variety you have, the better!

Step 2: Start With Your Larger Ornaments

Using the same general technique as my original wreath, begin attaching the larger ornaments to your wreath form.

Space them around the wreath rather than grouping all the same colors together.

I especially like distributing the black ornaments throughout the design because they add contrast and keep all those lighter pieces from blending together.

Secure each ornament carefully before moving on to the next.

Step 3: Layer in the Vintage Treasures

Once the larger pieces are in place, start adding your favorite vintage finds.

This is where the wreath really starts to come to life!

I tucked in wooden ornaments, little stars, bottle brush trees, and other interesting pieces, changing their direction and layering them over one another.

Don’t be afraid to let some ornaments stick out a little. That dimension is what gives the wreath its beautiful, collected appearance.

Step 4: Fill in the Gaps With Smaller Ornaments

This was the step where I ended up using quite a few newer ornaments.

Since neutral vintage ornaments were harder to find, I used smaller ornaments to fill the empty spaces and create a fuller wreath.

I added shiny silver ornaments for sparkle, creamy white pieces to brighten things up, and smaller wooden details to tie everything together.

The goal is to cover the wreath form while keeping the overall shape balanced.

Step 5: Add the Finishing Touches

Once the wreath is full, step back and look at it from a distance.

I like to check for any areas that need a little more contrast or texture.

If one section feels too dark, add something cream or silver. If another area feels too light, tuck in a black ornament or a darker wooden piece.

Continue layering until you’re happy with the overall look.

And that’s it!

Why I Love Decorating With Vintage Christmas Ornaments

One of my favorite things about decorating with vintage pieces is that no two projects ever turn out exactly alike.

Every ornament has its own character, and even the simplest little wooden decoration can add so much personality.

I also love that you don’t have to find everything at once.

You can collect ornaments throughout the year at thrift stores, antique shops, estate sales, and holiday markets. And when you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with mixing in a few new pieces.

That’s how I decorate our home anyway—a little old, a little new, and always something unexpected!

A Neutral Christmas Wreath With Vintage Charm

I love how this neutral vintage Christmas ornament wreath looks against our black cabinetry.

The natural wood tones really stand out, the silver ornaments catch the light, and all those little white details keep it feeling soft and festive.

It’s a completely different look from my original colorful wreath, but I honestly love them both for different reasons.

If you’re thinking about making your own, don’t feel like you need to recreate mine exactly. Use what you have, collect what you love, and let the project evolve as you go.

That’s what makes handmade Christmas decor so special.

And if you love a little more color at Christmas, be sure to check out my original colorful vintage Christmas ornament wreath tutorial for another version of this project.

Now I’m curious—which wreath do you prefer? The colorful original or this neutral version? I’d love to hear!

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