I love all things Christmas and my main focus is to try and keep it natural, using natural materials like wood (loads of wood) metal, glass, foraging for some of nature’s goodies. This year, I have been looking for how to guides on creating real garlands so thought I would share what I have found.

1. DIY real garland (with oasis)

This is the third Christmas that I have created my own garland. I can remember not knowing where to start and have used a few different types of oasis but I think this is the best option for the look I wanted to achieve. I usually use off cuts of our tree and I love that it matches the tree. Have a look at this blog post on how to create a real DIY garland to find out how I did it.

2. Dried orange garland

This is a really nice one that is super easy and fun. Check out the blog post by The Ginger Home with a how to guide on how to create a dried orange garland.

3. Real garland with eucalyptus

Wow wow wow, I LOVE this display! When I see photos like this, I regret putting our TV above the fireplace! I can only imagine how good it smells too with the additional eucalyptus too. Have a look at Melanie Lissack Interiors to follow her guidance on how to make something similar.

4. Pinecone garland

Check out the blog post on Ballard designs to find out how to make this type of garland. You can use bought pinecones but why not go on a foraging trip? Go to the local woods to find your pinecones and then follow the tutorial.

5. Wood bead garland

This one looks quite easy to make and again can be paired with the orange garland or the pinecone one. I think this could also replace tinsel on a tree to give it a bit extra but still keeping it natural. Have a look at the tutorial over at The Ginger Home to find out how to create this garland. Read till the end as she has a useful tip on how to thread the beads easily.

6. Felt ball garland

I really like this one! Another quick and easy one which could also double up as tinsel, a felt ball garland. Head over to Felt ball rug for a really easy tutorial and how to video (I love a how to video).

7. Real garland made from garden goodies (using floral wire)

This is something that I really want to try but I’m a bit nervous to do! A real garland made without oasis. This garland looks great on the fireplace or draped on a staircase. It is made using all mother nature goodies, some string and floral wire. Head over to Tkkido to get a really nice step by step guide on how to create this garland. I am definitely going to brave this type of garland one day.

8. Christmas light garland

This one looks like a fun one to make and will add some colour to any Christmas. Have a look on Lisa’s blog over at Stubbornly craft for a really simple step by step guide.

Hope these have been helpful :). My next project is to attempt a garland using floral wire and garden goodies.