The Burgundy Bloom You Didn’t Know Your Craft Room Needed: A Deep Dive Into the 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick by Ashland® at Michaels®

There’s something quietly magical about a single well-chosen accent piece. The kind of thing that transforms a plain wreath into a centerpiece conversation starter, or turns a simple table arrangement into something that looks like it was styled by a professional. The 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick by Ashland®, available at Michaels®, is exactly that kind of piece — and once you start using it, you’ll wonder how your craft supplies ever felt complete without it.

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter who’s been hot-gluing florals since the early 2000s or someone who just discovered the addictive world of wreath-making on a Sunday afternoon, this little pick deserves a spotlight. In this post, we’re going to cover everything you could want to know about it: what it looks like up close, how to use it, why burgundy is having such a major moment in home décor, and dozens of creative ways to incorporate this pick into your projects all year long.

What Is the 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick by Ashland®?

Before we dive into the creative side, let’s talk specifics. This floral pick measures 13 inches in total length, which gives you a generous stem to work with whether you’re pushing it into floral foam, a wreath base, or a decorative arrangement. The flower itself is crafted in a crochet-style design, meaning the petals have that beautiful handmade, textured look that mimics real artisan lacework without requiring any actual crochet skills on your part.

The color — burgundy — sits in that rich, deep wine-red territory that reads as sophisticated and cozy at the same time. It’s warm without being loud, bold without being overwhelming. Ashland® has long been one of Michaels®’ most trusted floral and seasonal décor brands, known for producing pieces that feel both quality-made and accessible in price. This flower pick fits perfectly into that tradition.

The pick style means it comes with a wire stem, making it flexible and easy to position exactly where you need it. You can bend it, angle it, tuck it deep into a dense arrangement, or let it stand tall above surrounding greenery. That versatility is one of its biggest selling points, and we’ll talk more about that when we get into project ideas.

Why Burgundy? The Case for This Color in Your Home Décor

Burgundy is one of those shades that never truly goes out of style, but it does cycle in and out of dominance. Right now, it is absolutely having a moment. Interior designers and home décor influencers have been leaning heavily into deep, moody jewel tones — emerald green, navy blue, and yes, rich burgundy — as a counterpoint to the years of millennial gray and stark white minimalism that dominated the late 2010s.

Burgundy works in home décor for several reasons. First, it reads as warm. Unlike cooler jewel tones, burgundy carries the psychological warmth of red without its aggressiveness. It makes a room feel lived-in and welcoming. Second, it pairs beautifully with an enormous range of other colors — from the obvious (cream, gold, forest green) to the more unexpected (blush pink, dusty lavender, slate blue, even burnt orange for an autumn palette).

Third, and perhaps most importantly for crafters, burgundy photographs incredibly well. If you’re making arrangements, wreaths, or seasonal displays that you plan to share on Instagram or Pinterest, burgundy adds depth and richness to photos that lighter colors simply can’t match. It pops against both light and dark backgrounds, and it complements natural textures like wood, burlap, and dried botanical elements beautifully.

For all of these reasons, a burgundy crochet flower pick isn’t just a seasonal purchase — it’s a craft supply investment that will earn its keep across multiple seasons and projects.

The Crochet Texture: Why It Stands Out Among Other Floral Picks

Walk down the floral pick aisle at Michaels® and you’ll find dozens of options — silk petals, foam flowers, dried botanicals, paper blooms, velvet accents. So what makes the crochet-style flower pick special?

It comes down to texture and the suggestion of handcraft. We live in an era where handmade and artisan aesthetics are enormously popular, whether you’re shopping at a farmers’ market or scrolling through Etsy. Anything that carries a hint of handmade character reads as more personal, more intentional, and more charming than something that looks factory-produced.

The crochet-style petal design gives this flower pick exactly that quality. The open lacework pattern creates visual depth and dimension. Light plays through the gaps in the petals differently at different angles, giving the flower a liveliness that solid fabric or foam petals just can’t replicate. When you incorporate this pick into a wreath or arrangement, it doesn’t look like you just inserted a store-bought element — it looks like you made a thoughtful creative decision.

It also layers beautifully with other textures. Pair it with smooth satin ribbon and the crochet becomes the tactile focal point. Pair it with rough burlap or dried eucalyptus and the lacework softens the arrangement’s overall feel. It’s genuinely versatile in a way that more uniform floral picks sometimes aren’t.

Seasonal Versatility: Using This Pick All Year Long

One of the things that makes the 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick such a worthwhile addition to your craft supplies is that burgundy doesn’t belong exclusively to any one season. Let’s walk through the calendar.

Fall and Thanksgiving: This is where burgundy feels most at home to most people, and for good reason. Paired with orange, rust, deep yellow, and brown, burgundy anchors a fall color palette with warmth and sophistication. Use this pick in harvest wreaths, Thanksgiving centerpieces, mantel garlands, and pumpkin arrangements. It works beautifully alongside dried wheat stalks, faux gourds, faux sunflowers with darker centers, and autumn leaf picks.

Winter and Christmas: Burgundy has been a Christmas color for centuries — think Victorian holiday décor, traditional tartan plaids, and the deep red of poinsettias. A burgundy crochet flower pick fits seamlessly into holiday wreaths, garlands, and gift wrapping arrangements. Pair it with gold, pine green, cream, and touches of plaid ribbon for a classic look, or with black and gold for something more modern and dramatic.

Valentine’s Day: The wine-red depth of burgundy is an elegant alternative to the bright reds and hot pinks that dominate February. If you want Valentine’s décor that feels a little more grown-up and less kitsch, burgundy is your answer. Use this pick in heart-shaped wreaths, table centerpieces, or small floral arrangements with blush roses and greenery.

Spring: Burgundy might feel counterintuitive for spring, but it pairs stunningly with fresh cream, pale pink, and soft lavender. Think of those color combinations you see in peonies — the deep burgundy center with the pale pink outer petals. This flower pick can anchor a spring arrangement in a way that’s both unexpected and beautiful.

Summer: Consider burgundy for outdoor entertaining arrangements, especially for evening events. It reads as elegant and dramatic in low light, perfect for dinner party centerpieces or porch décor when paired with deep greens and creamy whites.

The bottom line is that burgundy is not a one-season investment. If you’re smart about pairing and styling, this pick can earn its keep in your craft supply rotation throughout the year.

Project Ideas: 15 Creative Ways to Use the 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick

Let’s get practical. Here are fifteen specific project ideas that showcase how versatile this pick really is.

Grapevine wreath accent. Push two or three of these picks into a natural grapevine wreath base along with some faux eucalyptus and a cream or burlap ribbon bow. The result is a wreath that works from September through February with minimal seasonal adjustments.

Floral foam centerpiece. Build a low, lush arrangement in a wooden box or galvanized metal container using floral foam as your base. Use these picks as your focal flower, surrounding them with greenery, smaller filler florals, and textural elements like berries or cotton stems.

Lantern filler. Drop a few stems of these picks into a glass lantern alongside some LED candles and faux cranberries for a simple but stunning seasonal accent.

Bookshelf styling. Tuck a single pick into a small vase or mason jar on a bookshelf alongside books and candles. It adds organic softness to an otherwise structured shelf.

Staircase banister garland. Weave these picks into a faux greenery garland that drapes along a staircase banister, securing them at intervals with floral wire or hot glue.

Picture frame accent. Hot-glue one of these picks diagonally across the corner of a wood picture frame for an instant seasonal makeover.

Cake topper. For a fall or winter cake — perhaps a wedding cake, birthday cake, or holiday dessert table centerpiece — a few of these picks (make sure they’re kept clear of the actual cake surface with a food-safe separator) create a dramatic floral topper.

Candle ring arrangement. Surround a pillar candle with a circular arrangement of these picks, greenery, and ribbon on a decorative charger plate for an instant table centerpiece.

Gift topping. Replace or supplement a bow on a wrapped gift with a few of these picks tucked into ribbon. It elevates gift presentation to something that looks genuinely Pinterest-worthy.

Entryway vase arrangement. Create a tall, dramatic arrangement in an entryway vase by combining these picks with longer branches, taller greenery stems, and perhaps some dried pampas grass.

Window box. Tuck these picks into an outdoor window box arrangement to add a pop of color alongside faux evergreen stems and ribbon.

Swag accent. Build or purchase a simple greenery swag for a door and use these picks as the primary color accent, wiring them in at an angle for natural movement.

Photo backdrop. Hot-glue several of these picks to a foam board or fabric backdrop for a beautiful photo display for seasonal photos, school pictures, or family portraits.

Tiered tray décor. These picks are perfectly sized for decorating a tiered tray display, a beloved styling staple in farmhouse and transitional home décor.

Floral headband or hair accessory. For costume parties, themed photo shoots, or simply fun wearable craft projects, carefully disassemble one of these picks to use the flower head as a wearable accessory wired to a headband.

Tips for Working With Floral Picks

If you’re newer to using floral picks in craft projects, a few techniques will make your work look more polished right from the start.

Work with an odd number of picks when grouping. One, three, or five picks together always looks more natural and dynamic than two or four, which can feel overly symmetrical and stiff.

Vary your angles. Don’t push every pick in at the exact same angle. Tilt some forward, some to the sides, let one face slightly upward. This creates the kind of organic variation that makes an arrangement look professionally styled rather than rigidly planted.

Bend the stem before inserting. The wire stems on picks like these are meant to be shaped. Give the stem a gentle curve or two before you insert it into your base, and the pick will nestle into your arrangement more naturally.

Use floral tape to extend or combine stems. If you want more length, you can use green floral tape to attach the pick’s wire stem to a longer piece of floral wire. This technique is endlessly useful.

Seal your hot glue quickly. If you’re hot-gluing picks to a wreath or other surface, have a finger (protected with a thimble or dampened slightly) ready to press and hold the piece in position for the first five to ten seconds while the glue sets. This gives you a more secure attachment and lets you fine-tune the angle before the glue fully hardens.

Where to Find the 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick by Ashland® at Michaels®

This pick is available at Michaels® both in stores and online. If you’re shopping in store, you’ll typically find it in the floral and seasonal décor section, often near other Ashland® picks and floral stems. Availability may vary by location and season, so if you’re planning a project that requires several of these picks, it’s worth checking the Michaels® website or calling ahead to confirm stock.

Shopping online through Michaels® gives you the advantage of being able to check availability and read customer reviews before purchasing. The website also makes it easy to see the pick alongside complementary products, which can spark great ideas for pairing pieces in your project.

If you’re an avid Michaels® shopper, don’t forget that the store runs frequent sales and promotions, and if you use the Michaels® app or sign up for their email list, you’ll regularly have access to coupons that can make stocking up on these picks even more budget-friendly.

Final Thoughts: A Small Pick With a Big Impact

The 13″ Crochet Burgundy Flower Pick by Ashland® at Michaels® is the kind of craft supply that earns its place in your collection quickly and keeps earning it season after season. It’s got the size to make a real visual impact, the texture to elevate any arrangement, and the color depth to work across an enormous range of seasonal and thematic projects. It’s priced accessibly enough to stock up on multiples, and it’s versatile enough to justify doing exactly that.

Whether you’re a professional wreath maker, a home décor enthusiast, a seasonal decorator, or someone who just loves finding beautiful pieces to make your home feel more intentional and personal, this is a pick worth adding to your cart the next time you’re at Michaels®. Your next wreath, your next centerpiece, your next holiday display — they’re all waiting for this burgundy bloom.