How to Make Potpourri Christmas Ornaments

These delicate lace potpourri filled ornaments create the illusion of floating angels when hung from the branches of an evergreen tree. Not only are they striking against the green background when hung among bright red wooden apples, they provide a relaxing aroma that blends well with the scent of the tree. For those with artificial trees, it is the perfect way to add the scent of pine to the room. Made from a simple round of lace filled with potpourri and tied up with a bow, these ornaments are quick to make and require no sewing skills.

Things You'll Need

• Lace
• Potpourri
• Narrow red ribbon
• Decorative cord or hangers

Instructions

1. Purchase lace at your local fabric store. You can purchase this by the foot, but if you do you will need to choose lace that is at least three inches wide. You can also purchase inexpensive lace by the yard. Select lace that is lightweight and has a fine design. A yard of lace is more than enough to complete this project.

2. Choose potpourri for your ornaments. Consider the scent of the potpourri. Select something lightly scented. You will be using a lot of this and it will be exposed to the open air; heavily scented potpourri may be to overpowering. Pay attention to the color of the potpourri you choose. It will show through the lace. Select potpourri that is red or rose colored for best results.

3. Trace a circle that is 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Use a coffee mug or a glass to trace the circle onto plain paper. Cut out the template and use it to trace circles onto the lace. Cut out the lace circles and set them aside.

4. Measure a small scoop of potpourri and place it in the center of one of the lace circles. Fold the edges of the circle over the potpourri and gather at the top. Adjust the amount of potpourri to get the size you desire. Tie a narrow ribbon around the lace at the top of the bundle leaving a fluted edge of lace at the top. Attach a decorative cord or ornament hanger.

5. Hang the potpourri filled lace ornaments from tree branches. Add bright red wooden apples and a string of popcorn. Add wooden or handmade ornaments to create a tree reminiscent of an old-fashioned Christmas.