Whether you are intentionally trying to be a part of the new eco culture or just like the idea of being able to put your holiday wreath in the yard waste bin at the end of the season without worrying about removing this and storing that, building your own wreath can be a fun and rewarding time for you and your family. Building an eco-friendly wreath is fairly simple and the elements can be changed up year after year so that your wreath will never look the same as your neighbors.
If you plan to buy a wreath, buy from your local florist or nursery and make sure they can tell you exactly where the wreath came from. Though most fresh wreaths are local, some are trucked in from other states.
What to decorate with? There are many things you can add to your wreath. Some of these items will need to be removed after the season, while others can be left to be composted with the wreath itself. I will list these in two columns so you know which is which.
Keep On: Remove:
Cranberry garland Ribbon or bows
Poinsettia (or other floral) blossoms Beaded garland
Pinecones Ornaments
Paper Bows/Raffia Plaques or Signs
When you decorate you will need to have string on hang and if you are using ribbon (fabric or paper) you will want a sewing needle so that you can secure everything to the back of the wreath. You can string your own cranberry garland with a needle and thread. This is a great task for children whom you are comfortable handling a needle.
Happy decorating everyone,
Kristi
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