Christmas is in full swing around here and we are kicking it up a notch. With a gorgeous red berry swag kit makes your design nice and easy! We are using two different types of pine greenery and adding some classic red Christmas berries.
I love adding a gorgeous bow to top off a stunning design. We have some beautiful red and white classic ribbons with contrasting plaid that works perfectly together. It won’t take much to take this swag base to the next level in a few easy steps.
Red Berry Swag Door Hanger
We start off our red berry swag with a swag base that is already beautiful and ready to go! I love creating swags as a great alternative to wreaths. They are so versatile and can be used on a door or make a gorgeous centerpiece. The angel vine base makes it so easy to build out the top of your base using more pine greenery and red juicy berries.
Red berries scream classic Christmas and complemented the red from both of the ribbons we are using today. As you build out the top of your swag, the pine greenery creates the perfect place for a bow.
We’ll fill in the bow zone with a full and loopy Christmas bow using reds, greens, and white to add to our classic Christmas overall look. We use a zig-zag technique as we add pine and berries to create a balanced design. Using different lengths and heights with the red berries and pine stems adds so much dimension and depth to your pre-made swag base. The best part is how quickly this is to put together, let’s get started!
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Directions
- Grab your swag base and let’s start building up the top! Take the pine spray with berries and unwind the wire securing the top, which will separate the spray into individual stems.
- Add an individual stem to the top of the swag base. Trim the stems to about 6” on two pine with berry stems to flank the initial top piece. Try to place the stem so the pinecone is opposite of the swag base pinecones.
- Take another pine stem with berries and add to the left side of the initial top stem, creating a bow zone to add to later.
- Grab your EZ Bowmaker and bring your swag over to measure from the top of the bow zone down to get an idea of how long you want your tail.
- Add your green with red berries and add to your EZ Bowmaker and measure a 20” tail. Pinch into the center dowels. Make two 6 ½” loops on each side and twist in the center. Cut the tails at opposite angles.
- Take your red plaid ribbon and cut the end at an angle. Make a tail that is about ¾ of the length of the first ribbon. Make three 6” loops on each side, separating each loop as you go. Trim the tails at opposite angles.
- Finish off your bow with the first green with red berries ribbon. Make a slightly shorter tail and pinch into the center. Make one 4” loop on each side and trim the tails at opposite angles.
- Run a cable tie just to the center as you pull the entire bow from the dowels. Cinch the cable tie, not too tight yet. Run a second cable tie through the back for attaching your bow. Pull the cable tie tight and trim the excess.
- Cut about a 12” piece of plaid ribbon and fold it over itself widthwise. Tie around the center to cover the mechanics and trim the excess ribbon from the back.
- Attach your bow into your bow zone using your cable tie around the wired base. Position your loops and tails to incorporate into your swag base. Use your fingers to curl up the ends of the front ribbon tails.
- Take a big berry spray and cut it into separate stems. Add a longer stem into the bottom of the base coming off from the bottom using hot glue on the end.
- Use the zig-zag technique as you add a few large berries stems as you go up your base. Take your longest piece and dip the end in hot glue. Add into the top behind the bow on the right side. Add a second berry stem on the top opposite side.
- Add a few more berry stems behind the bow coming down and out from the center. Adjust any stems or loops you may need to finish off your beautiful red berry Christmas swag!
Why Purchase A Wreath Kit?
Kits are a great way to introduce someone to the floral design arena. They are perfect for beginners who need a head start! This design starts with a swag base that is already ready to go. Which takes a lot of the guessing work out of it. Most of the elements are already placed where they need to be to help create a stunning piece. You just have to fill in the rest with the remaining supplies provided for you in the kit. What a fun and easy way to make something beautiful
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