No Wreath Sash? Use a Monogrammed Tea Towel Instead!
Last Sunday, I was admiring a simple boxwood wreath tied with a wreath sash on one of the doors at church. I loved how elegant it looked—just a clean, classic touch without any fuss. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m a big fan of ribbon and bows too! But there was something about the understated charm of that sash that really caught my eye. Of course, I didn’t have a wreath sash handy, so I improvised with something I thought might work just as well—a monogrammed tea towel.
I had a plain boxwood wreath handy. These wreaths are like the little black dress of home décor: you can dress them up or down and change them around for almost any occasion. They’re timeless, versatile, and the perfect backdrop for experimenting with different looks…including my tea towel “wreath sash” idea.
The History of the Wreath Sash
A wreath sash is a Southern twist on a classic tradition. Instead of a bow, a wide fabric sash drapes over the wreath, often embroidered with a monogram or seasonal design. The style became popular in the late 2010s through Southern boutique décor brands.
One favorite look is the neatly tied knot, which adds a polished touch while keeping the design front and center. With just a quick sash swap, a single wreath can suit every season — the perfect mix of tradition and Southern charm.
How to Turn a Tea Towel into a Wreath Sash
To make a tea towel work as a wreath sash, I had to get a little creative. An average wreath sash is about 5–6 inches wide and 4–5 feet long, but a tea towel is much wider and shorter. It was too short and bulky to tie in a knot, so I simply draped it over the wreath with the short end in the back and the longer end in the front. I folded it until the width was about 6 inches — just enough to show off the monogram — and secured it in the back with a piece of binding wire. Finally, I pulled a bit of fabric forward to hide the wire, giving it a clean, finished look from the front.
Why I’m Sticking with the Tea Towel Trick
I was floored when I saw the retail prices for a wreath sash — some were upward of $100! Now, if you’re a decent seamstress, that would be a business to get into, especially if you can add a little monogramming or sublimation. But for now, I’ll stick with my tea towel trick. It works for me, looks great, and costs a whole lot less.
