Easy, FUN project for the holidays! It's something the whole family can take part in, as well! Without any glue, tape or glitter, there is little for your small ones to get into! (Not to mention, it's practically free to make!)
So I'll start by saying that although this is virtually a messy supply free project - pine needles will get everywhere - so I opted to make my wreath outside for easier clean up.
First things first, GO COLLECT THOSE BRANCHES! Now, before you go ripping them off of trees, stop and think about of that is really necisary. I am passionate about nature and the health of our earth, so I do NOT want you guys going out and hurting our beautiful environment. SO - my alternative for you is to search for pre existing pine branches, that have previously been called by Mother Nature to fall. By doing this, you are not only protecting and preserving our earth and all of its inhabitors, but you are recycling! These branches, if not further used, will be passed by. But, by you choosing to use them in your display, their beauty lives on, so as their thriving brothers and sisters.
That being said - collect! I picked from a park in my neighborhood, and counted about 25 different branches. (Some big, some small.) I returned home and laid them out according to size and their fullness, making it slightly easier when filling in my wreath. But we'll get to that later!
I purchased a wicker wreath from the dollar store and began first by fitting my bigger branches in. After I had a solid outline, I sparatically placed my smaller branches where it needed more fullness.
Once you have achieved your desired fullness and shape of your wreath you can trim any stragglers, like I did, or leave your wreath with a more natural look.
And that's it! You have a hand made, HAND PICKED wreath worth sharing!
You can further decorate yours by adding a bow with a twist tye from a loaf of bread or wire. You can add bells or ornaments the same way. :) ENJOY THE SEASON!
