How to Make a Christmas Wreath With Pretzels

For a charming Christmas decoration that is ideal for gift giving, consider making a nativity pretzel wreath. Pretzels are inexpensive and easy to work with. Once you learn the secrets of making a pretzel wreath base, you can make all kinds of pretzel wreaths for every holiday and special occasion.

Things You'll Need

• Small pretzels
• Craft glue
• String
• Polyurethane or shellac

Instructions

Pretzel Wreath Base

1. Arrange 7 small pretzels, salt side down, in a circle with their sides touching. You can use more pretzels to make a bigger wreath, but 7 is a good beginning number.

2. Apply plain white craft glue to the sides (joints) of the pretzels.

3. Add glue to the backs of seven more pretzels. Place each pretzel on the existing base, salt side up. Over lap the top pretzels with the bottom pretzels.

4. Secure the layers with more craft glue on the joints. Let dry completely.

5. Seal the wreath by tying a piece of string around the top of the wreath and dipping it in a bucket of polyurethane or shellac. Let dry overnight before decorating.

Decorating the Pretzel Wreath

1. Purchase miniature nativity scene figures at a craft store or Christmas shop.

2. Weave a length of ribbon through the pretzel. Trim off any access and hold in place with a dab of hot glue on the back.

3. Place the nativity figures on the wreath using hot glue.

4. Add a pretty bow with wire ties or hot glue at the bottom of the wreath.

5. Glue a loop of ribbon on the back for a hanger.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't try to use hot glue on a pretzel wreath that has not been sealed. Once the wreath has been dipped in polyurethane or shellac, you can use hot glue to add decorations.