Craft a naturally adorned branch, adorned with lichen and crab apple ornaments, for stylish home decor.
In the spirit of the festive season, learn how to make a charming, rustic Christmas wreath using a found branch, crab apples, florist's stub wire, and ribbon.
Step 1: Form the Base Begin by selecting a sturdy found branch and bending or arranging it into a circular shape to form the wreath base. If the branch is not flexible enough, you can join smaller segments into a circle and secure them with florist's stub wire.
Step 2: Attach Crab Apples Use florist’s stub wire to securely attach crab apples around the branch base. Wrap the wire around each crab apple’s stem and the branch so they stay firmly in place. Space them evenly or cluster as desired.
Step 3: Add Ribbon Tie a ribbon around the wreath for decoration and to create a bow. You can make a large bow and attach it securely with wire, or simply wrap the ribbon around parts of the wreath for added color and texture.
Step 4: Optional Decorations If desired, you could add additional natural elements like pine sprigs, evergreen clippings, or dried berries using the florist wire or hot glue.
Step 5: Hanging the Wreath Use a loop of ribbon or wire on the back to hang your wreath on a door or wall.
This method uses simple natural materials and florist wire to create a rustic Christmas wreath, aligning with common wreath-making techniques. Kristy Ramage, the stylist for this Christmas wreath, shares this delightful DIY project with us.
For more festive content and additional natural Christmas decoration ideas, visit the Christmas hub on our website. Happy crafting!
Transform your home-and-garden into a delightful blend of outdoor-living and lifestyle this festive season with Kristy Ramage's DIY charming, rustic Christmas wreath using found branches, crab apples, florist's stub wire, and ribbon. The wreath, a combination of the wreath base formed by a sturdy branch and crab apples, as well as a festive ribbon, can be adorned with optional natural elements like pine sprigs, evergreen clippings, or dried berries, making gardens the perfect source for this unique home-and-garden decoration.
