Create a cozy winter atmosphere with this DIY garland featuring oranges, lights, and birds, and you can customize it with elements you love! Perfect for post-Christmas winter decorating—hang it on a mantel, drape it across a staircase, or use it as a table centerpiece. If you enjoy this project, please give the video a thumbs up and don't forget to subscribe to my channel for more creative home DIYs, furniture flips, and upcoming home renovations of our 1902 home. Happy DIYing!

Supplies

Fresh greenery
Fishing line
Fairy lights/string lights (I used battery-operated)
Scissors
Straw birds (or any other fun winter animal or object!)

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Step 1: Gather Your Greenery

Start by gathering your greenery. You can purchase bundles from a local florist or forage responsibly from your own backyard. Choose a mix of textures and shades for a more dynamic look. Begin by laying out your greenery to form a base for your garland. Use floral wire or twine to secure the branches together, overlapping them slightly to create a seamless appearance.

Step 2: Prepare the Dried Oranges

Dried oranges add a cheerful, rustic touch to your garland. Simply slice oranges thinly and bake them at low heat (around 200°F/93°C) for several hours until they are completely dry. Once ready, use fishing line to attach them to your garland.

Step 3: Add the Lights

String lights bring warmth and sparkle to your garland. Opt for battery-operated lights for ease of use and safety. Start at one end of the garland and weave the lights through the greenery, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Secure the battery pack discreetly within the foliage.

Step 4: Final Touches

For an extra festive touch, I added some adorable craft birds, and they really made the garland shine! These can be tucked into the greenery or secured with wire to enhance the natural theme of your garland. Adjust any elements as needed to achieve your desired look.

natural winter garland diy with greenery, string lights, dried oranges, and birds

Display Your Garland

Once complete, your garland can be hung along a mantel, staircase railing, or doorway. The combination of greenery, citrus, and ornaments will fill your space with a delightful aroma and create a cozy holiday ambiance.

DIY natural greenery garland with dried oranges, straw birds, and string lights

I hope this tutorial inspires you to create your own natural holiday garland. If you enjoyed this guide and are looking for more creative ideas, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel. There, you'll find a wealth of DIY projects, furniture flips, home décor tips and inspiration.

Winter Decor DIY: Natural Garland