Instructions No. 4124
Difficulty: Beginner
Working time: 30 Minutes
Decorating a Willow Wreath for Christmas Place the willow wreath on a non-slip surface and gently turn it over in your hands. This will help you identify the naturally most attractive side and decide which end will be the top and which the bottom. This will help you place the decorations strategically so that the Christmas wreath looks harmonious when it’s finished.
Incorporate Fir Branches and Berries as a Base Start with the fir branches: Slide the stems diagonally between the willow twigs. Then insert the berry branches in between. The red accents immediately add a festive touch and give the greenery more depth.
Secure everything: use hot glue as needed If a branch isn’t secure enough or comes loose when you lift it, secure it in spot with a small amount of hot glue. Apply the glue sparingly directly at the base of the stem, where it disappears into the “ willow .” The purpose: The decoration stays stable when hung, and no glue is visible from the front. Let the glue cool briefly before continuing so that nothing slips out of place.
Attach the bow and ribbon for hanging Attach the bow to the wreath and a ribbon for hanging. Make sure the ribbon is long enough so that the door wreath will hang at the desired height later.
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