Tree Branch Wreath

Another perk of getting a real Christmas tree is having extra tree branches to work with.

We chose our tree and then they trimmed it up for us

which left us with 6 giant branches.

The people at the tree lot were happy that I was taking my branches

and not leaving them for the workers to deal with.

Last year I did a typical round wreath, really liked it,

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but I wanted to try something different this time.

I gathered the branches with all the ends at the top.

 I pulled out my green wire.

 Two random facts:

It was snowing while I was doing this project.

Topher's face is HILARIOUS!  I think he got a little sap in his mouth.

 I proceeded to wrap the branches with wire and tie the pieces off in knots.

It took 3-4 pieces of 12 inch wire until I felt it was secure.

 I added a variety of green ribbons to the top.

 I wanted to see how the shape looked on the wall so I did a trial run.

The right side needed some trimming.

 Better shape. Time to add the berries.

 Still needed some color so I went looking through my ornament stash.

I forgot that I had these polka-dotty ornaments and thought they'd be perfect.

I added about 10 ornaments.

It's pretty large Christmas swag but I like it.

I was pleased with how it turned out and it smells so Christmasy!