How to Make a Wreath for St. Lucia Day
Winter is dark in Scandinavia, and each year on December 13, Swedes celebrate St. Lucia, the saint of light from Sicily who brings light, food and good cheer. The eldest daughter of each family wakes her family with a plate of breakfast, wearing a white robe and a wreath on her head. Often green and red, the wreath is made from lingonberry sprigs and has candles perched around it. This year, you can make your own wreath for the oldest daughter in your family to wear safely and proudly.
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Things You'll Need
- Medium-gauge wire
- Artificial evergreen garland
- Artificial red berry decorations
- Candles
- Glue gun
Instructions
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Form a circle of wire that rests comfortably on the head of the wearer. Secure the ends by twisting them around one another. Tuck the ends in so they don't poke.
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Wrap the garland, gently and securely, around the wire. Use glue to secure the garland.
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Stand five to nine candles in the wreath, tucking them into the greens. Wrap wire around the bottom quarter of each candle and secure it to the wreath. Use a bit of glue to hold each in, if necessary.
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Arrange the sprigs of the wreath around the candles so they cover the wire and glue.
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Clip the berries and glue them in bunches around the wreath to simulate the look of traditional lingonberry.
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Tips & Warnings
Real evergreens offer a nostalgic look and feel but will be brittle and can only be used one year, unlike artificial options that you can can reuse.
Burning real candles can be hazardous. Consider battery-powered candles or unlit candles for a safer option.
