This DIY eucalyptus wreath is the perfect base for any decor style.
Dress it up with different seasonal accents for a look that works all year round!
A wreath of seededeucalyptus branchesis a lovely DIYcraft project for the holidaysor any time of year.
This simple projectwhich you’re free to finish in under an houris built on an embroidery hoop base.
Leave the pruning to adults or kids old enough to be careful with sharp blades and wires.
Use gardening gloves, if possible.
If not, have everyone wash their hands thoroughly when theyre done.
Some embellishments, such as pretty red yew berries, are toxic.
Make several of these clusters and layer them over a wood embroidery hoop.
When youve attached bundles all the way around, fill in any empty areas with additional branches.
Add Embellishments
Nows your chance to personalize your wreath!
This is the perfect opportunity to pull in colors from your existing decor.
If youre hanging the wreath inside, choose embellishments that tie into other elements in the room.
Keep it out of direct sunlight.
With proper care, fresh wreaths can last outside for four to five weeks.
Dried flowers also work well to add colortrydried hydrangea blossoms, goldenrod, or astilbeor small red-twig dogwood branches.
(Dont) Do the Yew.American College of Emergency Physicians
Christmas wreaths.
The Royal Horticultural Society.
Bring your garden to the celebration!
