Ready to deck your halls with holly, jolly decor? Turn your home into a holiday heaven with a DIY garland!
Curling up on the sofa to admire the lights on the tree, hanging stockings above a cozy fire, and baking homemade gingerbread men are memorable, must-do Christmas activities. Now you can enjoy all this holiday magic surrounded by your favorite essential oil aromas!
Whether you craft a strand for yourself or gift some garland to a friend, these unique DIY garlands fill any space with a little extra holiday spirit
Pine Tree Paradise Garland
From choosing which beautiful tree you’ll take home to placing the last present under its decorated boughs, a fresh pine tree is a hallmark of the holidays! Invite in its fresh scent with this holiday-ready garland.
Spray ingredients
- 4 ounces distilled water
- 2 ounces witch hazel or rubbing alcohol
- 18 drops Pine
- 9 drops Cedarwood
- 9 drops Peppermint
- 4 drops Spearmint
Instructions
1. Choose your string and your felt ball colors. We recommend using 1 mm unwaxed cotton cord. Try alternating between dark green, heather gray, and olive green felt balls for a forest-inspired look!
2. Find the length of your garland. Take your string and drape it where you want the garland. Measure it to make sure you have enough string and felt balls to reach the desired length and leave about 15 extra inches on the end of your thread when you cut it.
3. Thread the balls on the string. Time to get threading! Tie a loop in one end of your string. Next, thread on your first felt ball using a sturdy metal yarn needle. Secure the bauble by tying a knot in the string. About 3 inches down, tie another knot for your next felt ball to rest against. Continue this pattern of knot, bauble, knot for a cute, quirky design with space between each felt ball! Finish it off with a second loop so your garland is ready to hang.
4. Make your Pine Tree Paradise spray. Put 2 ounces of witch hazel or rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle to help your oils blend with the water. Next, add 18 drops of Pine, 9 drops of Cedarwood, 9 drops of Peppermint, and 4 drops of Spearmint to the spray bottle. Pour in 4 ounces of distilled water, and you’re ready to wrap up your project!
5. Spray your garland. Spritz your garland and invite in that evergreen scent! Every time you walk in the room, you’ll be reminded of cozying up with loved ones under the glow of the tree.
Pop of Peppermint Garland
Sprinkle some sweetness into your decor with this candy cane-inspired garland. Drape it around your tree or hang it above your window for an added pop of color!
Spray ingredients
- 4 ounces distilled water
- 2 ounces witch hazel or rubbing alcohol
- 20−22 drops Peppermint
- 11 drops Cinnamon Bark
- 11 drops Orange
Instructions
1. Choose your string and your colors. We recommend using 1 mm unwaxed cotton cord. For soft, delicate colors, use white and pink felt balls. If you want a little more warmth, switch out the pink for a cozy red!
2. Find the length of your garland. Take your string and drape it where you want the garland. Measure it to make sure you have enough string and felt balls to reach the desired length and leave about 12 extra inches on the end of your thread when you cut it.
3. Thread the balls on the string. This is the fun part! Tie a loop in one end of your string. Next, use a sturdy metal yarn needle to pull the string through your felt balls, alternating between colors for a peppermint-inspired pattern! Finish it off with a second loop so your garland is ready to hang.
4. Make your Pop of Peppermint spray. Put 2 ounces of witch hazel or rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle to help your oils blend with the water. Next, add 20−22 drops of Peppermint, 11 drops of Cinnamon Bark, and 11 drops Orange to the spray bottle. Pour in 4 ounces of distilled water, and you’re ready to wrap up your project!
5. Spray your garland. Blast some Christmas tunes as you spritz your DIY felt ball masterpiece. Waltz into a winter wonderland as you enjoy your peppermint-inspired decor!
Winter Woodlands Garland
From homemade pies to hand-knit stockings, there’s something dreamy about an old-fashioned holiday. This country-inspired garland will make you feel like you’re walking over the river and through the woods with the lights of the house glowing just up the trail!
Spray ingredients
- 4 ounces distilled water
- 2 ounces witch hazel or rubbing alcohol
- 8 drops Pine
- 8 drops Sacred Sandalwood
- 7 drops Jasmine
- 7 drops Juniper
Instructions
1. Choose your string and your colors. We recommend using 1 mm unwaxed cotton cord. Alternating warm red, cream, and a forest green makes a beautiful, rustic take on classic holiday colors!
2. Find the length of your garland. Take your string and drape it where you want the garland. Measure it to make sure you have enough string and felt balls to reach the desired length and leave about 12 extra inches on the end of your thread when you cut it.
3. Thread the balls on the string. Tie a loop in one end of your string. Thread on a red ball using a sturdy metal yarn needle. Next, thread on a cream felt ball and then dark green. Continue this pattern until you reach the end of your string. Finish off your project by tying a second loop at the end of your garland.
4. Make your Winter Woodlands spray. Put 2 ounces of witch hazel or rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle to help your oils blend with the water. Next, add 8 drops of Pine, 8 drops of Sacred Sandalwood, 7 drops of Jasmine, and 7 drops of Juniper to the spray bottle. Finish it off with 4 ounces of distilled water, and you’re ready to wrap up your project!
5. Spray your garland. You’re almost done! Simply mist this woodland blend on your garland to finish up your holiday decorating.
Looking for more ways to use essential oils this holiday season? Check out these Christmas diffuser blends or explore more DIY sprays!
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