How to Upcycle Old Decorations Into an Heirloom Christmas Wreath

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Purchase or make a wreath.

   A basic one in plastic or wire is ideal.
   
   Remove any elements on a bought wreath that you don't want to form a part of the final wreath.
   
   Alternatively, you can make your own base wreath if preferred.
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   Step 2: Choose which decorations you want to form a part of the wreath.

   You will need enough to cover the entire wreath unless you are planning to use fill-in decorations such as bows to create sections on the wreath. , Locate each decoration around the design and make sure that the positioning is neat and precisely how you would like it. , Can you use wire or glue? This will depend on the type of decorations being used, how fragile they are and what sorts of marks you are happy to make on the decorations.
   
   Glue is easier but wire will be stronger and more enduring. , Fix in place and allow to dry if you are using glue. ,
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   Step 3: Draw a design on paper of the same size as the real wreath.

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   Step 4: Decide on how you will attach the decorations.

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   Step 5: Carefully transfer each decoration from the paper design to the wreath.

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   Step 6: Add any other decorative elements such as tinsel to finish off the piece.

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