No More Wreaths: Turn An Arched Window Frame Into The Cutest Front Door Decor

Stuck in the loop of decorating your front door with wreaths? It's time to hang them up for good (just not on your door) and try something new. There are lots of ways to forget traditional wreaths — like this DIY alternative made with rain boots. TikTok creator Kara of Thread & Grace shares another unique option: turn an arched, cathedral-style wooden window frame into a charming piece of front-door decor. Using such a unique shape for the background makes this door decor stand out more than a traditional wreath. It also gives you a surprisingly versatile base that can be redecorated for different seasons and holidays.

This Rustic Cathedral Arch Wood Wall Decor from Hobby Lobby is an ideal foundation for this door-decorating project. While the outer cathedral shape is made of wood, the gridwork inside is made of metal, creating an interesting contrast. It's just over 26 inches high and almost 14 inches wide, so it's large enough to make a big impression but not too big for an average door. The Hobby Lobby frame already has hangers attached on the back, making it easy to display.

The frame itself gives off rustic vibes, but your decorative elements can influence the overall look of the door decor. To replicate the original, grab a few different rolls of wide ribbon with patterns and colors that work together, along with wooden letters to spell out your greeting. Or choose completely different embellishments to bring your unique vision to life. Hot glue and wire will also come in handy for assembling the piece.

The Hobby Lobby window features a natural wood exterior and black metal. The existing colors create a neutral backdrop, letting the embellishments become the focus. You can stain the wood or paint the entire piece to match your home. Or, put a piece of painted or peel-and-stick wallpapered cardboard on the back of the window so it shows through the front. You could even create a stained glass effect with products like this Rabbitgoo Rainbow Window Privacy Film — use it on a removable backing rather than permanently altering the frame if you want to change the look later.

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The "hi" wooden cutout is the main greeting on the original, but you can personalize the message with different letters or skip a written greeting completely. Or grab numbers to make this wreath alternative a DIY house number idea that's better than store-bought. You can glue, tie, or wire the letters or numbers to the frame where you want them.

In the original, a bow accents the top. There are many ways to tie a bow with wired ribbon to create the accent for the window. The original uses fall-themed ribbon to create a fluffy bow — you can go seasonal and swap out the bow throughout the year or stick with a general theme for year-round decor. Tuck in little faux floral stems to fill out the bow. Or, skip it altogether in favor of a small basket or bucket filled with faux blooms. If you want to get really creative, attach a battery-powered light to the back of the frame to give the impression of a glowing window.