How to Make Christmas Wreaths Using Grape Vines
Wreaths can be made with various types of vines. Grapevines are commonly used to make wreaths for the Christmas holidays. The vines are generally harvested in the mid-summer to late fall season. Although there are plenty of wreaths to purchase during the holiday season crafting your own makes the wreath more special. If you have, or have access to, a vineyard, this is the chance to show your creative side by making your own wreath.
Instructions
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Harvest your grapevines. The vines should be cut with a garden scissors after the grapes are picked. The ideal length is anywhere between three to 10 feet. Remove the leaves, except for a few stray tendrils for decoration.
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Coil the grapevine in a circular pattern, beginning with the thickest end of the vine. Twine the vine around itself and secure the ends with twines or pieces of wire.
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Wrap another piece of grapevine around the first coil of vine. Weave the vine by pulling one end in and out of the circle (the coil of vine). Wrap the vines loosely so that decorations can be easily added afterward.
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Continue to add vines, twining them in and out of the coil until you have achieved your desired thickness. Tuck the end between the coils, then secure any other loose ends with twine or wire. Place in warm, dry area to dry.
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Decorate your grapevine by weaving ribbons, dried flowers or other types of decorations into the wreath. If you are adding dried flowers, add them by weaving them between the entwined vines. Keep adding flowers until the wreath is completely decorated.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are not able to create your wreath immediately after cutting the vines, leave the grapevines in a large basin of water overnight.
References
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