Fresh Greenery Wreaths & Garland
Add a touch of the outdoors to your decor and ta-da! You have yourself a merry little sustainable holiday wreath that’s budget-friendly to boot.
The Story
“Using fresh-cut greenery from evergreen branches sourced from your yard or the woods is a sustainable and festive way to bring the outdoors inside during the holiday season. Not only does it provide a budget-friendly alternative to store-bought decorations, but it also fills your home with the invigorating scent of the outdoors, creating a truly festive ambiance. Fresh-cut greenery, being directly from nature, tends to stay vibrant and fragrant for a longer duration compared to its store-bought counterparts, and the natural elements add a touch of authenticity to your holiday decor.”
– Trace Barnett
How to Make a Fresh-Cut Greenery Wreath and Garland Using a Wire Clothes Hanger
MATERIALS:
Wire clothes hanger
Evergreen branches (pine, cedar, fir)
Floral wire
Pruning shears
Water mister
Rosemary, Dried flowers, Citrus, etc. (Optional)
WREATH INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare Your Base: Start by untwisting the wire clothes hanger and shaping it into a circular form, creating the foundation for your wreath.
- Forage Evergreen Branches: Gather a variety of evergreen branches from your yard or the woods, ensuring you have a mix of textures and fragrances. Pine, cedar, and fir work well.
- Attach the Branches: Using pruning shears, cut the branches into manageable lengths. Secure them to the wire frame with floral wire, wrapping tightly and layering for a full, lush appearance.
- Create Layers: Continue adding branches, overlapping each layer to achieve a visually appealing and textured wreath. Ensure that the wire is tightly wound to keep the greenery secure.
- Hang and Adjust: Once your wreath is complete, hang it in your desired location. Adjust the branches as needed to achieve the desired shape.
Bonus – GARLAND INSTRUCTIONS:
- Intertwine Evergreen Branches: Gather a generous amount of evergreen branches and intertwine them to create a flexible garland. This can be done on a flat surface or by draping it over a sturdy support.
- Secure with Floral Wire: Use floral wire to secure the branches together, ensuring the garland maintains its shape. Add more branches as needed, adjusting for length.
- Mist for Freshness: Lightly mist the greenery with water to prevent drying. Alternatively, you can immerse the cut ends of the branches in water overnight before crafting.
- Hang and Enjoy: Hang your handmade garland in your desired location, whether it’s on a banister, mantel, or as part of your holiday decorations.
- Keep your wreath and garland in a cool place when not in use to help preserve freshness.
- Consider adding festive accents like pinecones or ribbon for extra flair.
- Refresh the misting regularly to maintain the vibrancy of the greenery throughout the holiday season.
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