Simple Christmas Garland

I may be a woman of extremes.

On Friday, I divulged my love for excessively big tree toppers.  And today I will share how to make the most simple of simple garlands.  Hot and cold, I digress.

The Simple Garland is perfectly plain.  So bare and natural that it is underwhelmingly beautiful.  Or in the words of Goldilocks, “It’s just right.”

[Confession: I actually purchased mine at a BIG LOTS a few years back!  Gasp!  I wish I would have purchased about 10 more of these, which got me to thinking… holy moly I can make this!] 

 

The Simple Garland

What you need:

• Hemp
• Pinecones (various shapes/sizes)
• a sprig of greenery (fake, or real)
• twigs from your backyard (or your neighbors, or any craft store)
• Brown floral wire
• Scissors

Instructions

1.  Measure your hemp to the desired length and trim.  Be sure to leave room on the ends for hanging.

2.  Cut your twigs into 3-4 inches pieces.  Bundle a few together with the floral wire.  My garland has about 11 bundles, depends on the look you want. 

3.  Take your sprig of greenery and cut about 5-7 little pieces (see picture below)

4.  Attach (randomly) your pinecones, twig bundles, and greenery to hemp string with floral wire.  You can add more or less, get creative!

I added a few old star ornaments for a little personalization… 

I would love see your version if you make one!

I'm linking up at Poofy Boutique!

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Go HERE for an easy Jingle Bell Garland.