Decorate a lichen-covered branch with crab apples for a touch of natural adornment
Making a Natural Christmas Wreath: A Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome to our Christmas hub, where we share ideas for creating beautiful and eco-friendly holiday decorations. Today, we're going to show you how to make a charming Christmas wreath using a branch, crab apples, florist's stub wire, and ribbon.
Step 1: Creating the Wreath Base
Start by bending or arranging your branch into a circular shape to form the wreath base. Use florist's stub wire to tightly secure the branch ends together and reinforce the circle. Wrap the wire around key points to hold it firmly.
Step 2: Attaching the Crab Apples
Thread or individually attach the crab apples to the wreath base using the florist's stub wire. You can wrap the wire around each crab apple's stem and then secure it to the branch wreath, or cluster multiple crab apples together for a fuller look.
Step 3: Adding the Ribbon
Tie the ribbon into a bow or weave it through the wreath for decoration. You can also create a loop with the ribbon at the top for easy hanging.
Step 4: Optional Finishing Touches
Adjust the crab apples and ribbon to ensure even distribution and balance.
This method leverages the sturdiness of the branch as the frame, the natural color and shape of crab apples as decor, florist's stub wire for secure attachments, and ribbon for visual appeal and hanging functionality. For a more stable structure, you may use additional support like chicken wire or floral foam as a base inside the branch circle to hold the crab apples better.
Remember, the branch can be secured in a galvanised bucket containing stones and chippings to make it easier to handle during the crafting process. Happy decorating, and we hope you enjoy your new natural Christmas wreath! For more ideas, check out our Christmas hub for additional inspiration.
In this outdoor-living setting, home-and-garden enthusiasts can extend their lifestyle into festive holiday decorations by creating a natural Christmas wreath, following our step-by-step guide. The gardens of this charming handmade wreath are adorned with crab apples and the home-and-garden touch is completed with a tasteful ribbon.
