If You’re up for a Challenge This Holiday Season, We’ll Show You in 10 Easy Steps How to Make a Christmas Wreath
Christmas is slowly approaching. The holidays bring us colorful decorations and the smell of cinnamon, marshmallows, and pine branches. Happy sounds are coming from everywhere, and you can see those beautiful Christmas wreaths on most of the doors. If you are one of those people who gets excited when they see a gorgeous Christmas wreath, why not make it yourself this year!? It’s not difficult at all! You just need a few basic things and a little imagination, and you will soon have a stunning Christmas wreath in your hands. Keep reading, and you’ll learn how to do it step by step.
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Step 1: Use a wire wreath frame.
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The essential thing you need for the first step in making a wreath is a wire wreath frame. They are easy to work with and can be reused. This frame is made of solid wire, and it’s waterproof, durable, and won’t rust easily. You will receive 2 pieces in the package.
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Step 2: Green florist wire will help you to secure everything.
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Another thing you will need when making a Christmas wreath is wire. The first thing you need to do is wrap the wire around the frame. Do not cut it, as it will help to secure the branches and decorations along the whole wreath. This wire is covered with a layer of dark green paint, which protects it from rain erosion and extends its useful life. In the package, you get one roll of floral wire, about 0.76 mm (0.03 in) in diameter and 35 m (115 ft) long.
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Step 3: Use floristry scissors for cutting wire and ribbon.
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As a tool, you should have floristry scissors to help you cut the wire and ribbon for the bow (if you want to have one). The blade body of these shears is made of high-carbon stainless steel. They are suitable for a branch diameter of 25 mm (1 in).
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Step 4: Artificial pine branches will be the basis for your wreath.
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Now that you have these basic things for making a wreath, it’s time to start creating. You need to make small bundles of foliage and holly berries to place on the frame and wrap them with wire to secure them. These real-looking artificial pine branches are made of environmentally friendly plastic and wire that is durable and waterproof. You will receive 45 artificial pine branches in the set. Each cluster of pine needles measures approximately 26 cm (10.2 in) x 6 cm (2.5 in), and each pine branch has 3 stems.
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Step 5: Add some glittery holly berry branches to your wreath.
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Don’t forget to add some holly berries to those bundles of leaves to add a touch of sparkle to your wreath. These berries are made of high-quality foam balls and metal wire, and they are durable, safe, and non-toxic. Their length is about 19 cm (7.5 in), and the diameter of the berries is about 1.5 cm (0.6 in). In the package, you will receive 14 pieces of berry stems.
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Step 6: Dress up the wreath with a Christmas-themed floral arrangement.
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After that comes the additional decoration for the wreath, which you can choose according to your taste. You can add whatever you like. We have picked a set of 5 different bouquets of branches with red berries, pinecones, and gilded berries. Made of high-quality plastic materials, they are durable, safe, environmentally friendly, and non-toxic. In the package, you will get 20 pieces. All you have to do is add them to your bundle of leaves.
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Step 7: Add a little festive touch with red Christmas holly berries.
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If you want to add more color to your wreath, you can add some red berries. These berries are made of high-quality Styrofoam and wire. In the package, you will get about 200 pieces, about 6 cm (2.4 in) in size and 1 cm (0.4 in) in diameter. Wrap them around the branches of the wreath where you think they will add to its beauty.
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Step 8: Sprinkle in a natural glimmer with mini frosted pinecones.
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You can also add pinecones to your wreath to give it that natural winter feeling. These pinecones are natural and have a frosted design. In the package, you will get 100 pieces, and each cone measures 2-3 cm (0.8-1.2 in). You will attach them to the wreath by cutting long lengths of wire to make ’legs’ for your ornament. You will do this by folding the wire in half and securing it with a few twists around the appropriate point on your cone.
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Step 9: Bring the wreath to life with a ribbon bow.
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If you are a fan of bows, you can also add them to your wreath. We have selected these 6 different ribbon designs with wire edges for easier shaping. You will receive a spool of 63 mm (2.5 in) x 4.6 m (5 yds). Make the bow by cutting the ribbon to the desired length. Then form a loop on top of the ribbon. After that, cross those loops, pull the right noose through, and tighten the loops. Now all you have to do is cut the ends to your desired shape and thread the wire through the knot so you can fix the bow on the wreath.
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Step 10: Show everyone your handiwork with a Christmas metal wreath hanger.
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Now that you’ve finished decorating your wreath, all you have to do is hang it. You can do this with ribbon, but why not go over the top and hang it on this stylish wreath hanger with a star? Its dimensions are 29 cm (11.4 in) which fits most doors, and the width is 6.2 cm (2.4 in).
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