Dresden Plate Patriotic Wreath Door Hanger & Table Topper
Looking for a fun and festive way to decorate for summer holidays? This Dresden Plate Patriotic Wreath is the perfect project for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Veterans Day, or anytime you want to add a touch of red, white, and blue to your home décor!
This versatile design can be displayed as a door hanger, wall hanging, or table topper, making it a beautiful addition to your seasonal decorating. Best of all, it's a great scrap-busting project that comes together with just a few quilting supplies.
Create a Patriotic Dresden Wreath
Using 5-inch squares or a charm pack, you'll create 20 Dresden blades with a Dresden Plate ruler. The blades are arranged into a wreath shape, creating a stunning patriotic design that looks much more complicated than it actually is.
Whether you choose coordinated patriotic fabrics or a scrappy assortment of reds, whites, and blues, each wreath will have its own unique personality.
Perfect for Charm Packs and Scraps
One of the best things about this project is how well it uses fabrics you may already have in your stash.
You'll need:
- Twenty 5-inch squares (or one charm pack)
- A Dresden Plate ruler https://amzn.to/4oqYlmV
- Background fabric
- Batting
- Backing fabric
- Fabric scraps for binding
- Pellon Fusible Interfacing https://amzn.to/4uv52pr
Don't throw away those leftover pieces! This project is a perfect opportunity to create a scrappy binding that adds even more charm and color to the finished piece.
Finished Size Options
The finished project measures approximately 18 inches square, making it the perfect size for:
- A front door hanger
- Wall décor
- Table topper
- Centerpiece accent
Prefer a softer look? You can easily trim and bind the project into a round shape instead of leaving it square.
Beginner-Friendly Dresden Plate Project
If you've been wanting to try a Dresden Plate ruler, this is a wonderful beginner-friendly project. The individual blades are quick to make, and the wreath layout is simple and fun to assemble.
The patriotic color palette makes it ideal for summer decorating, but you could easily adapt the design for any season by changing the fabrics.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Follow along as I walk you through the entire process of creating your own Dresden Plate Patriotic Wreath.
🎥 Watch the YouTube Tutorial Here:
Dresden Plate Patriotic Wreath Video Tutorial
In the video, you'll learn:
- How to cut and sew Dresden blades from 5-inch squares
- Tips for using a Dresden Plate ruler
- How to arrange the blades into a wreath shape
- Finishing options for square or round projects
- Ideas for creating a scrappy binding
Share Your Finished Project
I'd love to see your Dresden Plate Patriotic Wreath! Be sure to share photos of your finished project and let us know whether you chose the square or round version.
Happy quilting!
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