DIY Christmas swag

I added a new Christmas swag to the Christmas front porch decor this year (see last year here). I made mine loosely using the directions and photos from this year's issue of Better Homes and Gardens Christmas Ideas.

You will need: a pine spray or swag*
Christmas picks- berries, pinecones, etc
ribbon
floral wire

*If you can't find one, get a garland and cut to desired length (from the end so you will have the loop for hanging). Add in pieces of cut garland until you get the shape want. I picked up my swag at Joanns.

I also added pine cone and berry picks. Just wire them in where you want them. Make a bow from ribbon and wire in as well.

It was quick and easy to dress up the premade swag.

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You may have noticed my ornament topiary in my last post about my window wreaths. That was another project that was on my list last year. I was inspired by these at BHG because they were in my color scheme. I set out to make one this year. I didn't follow the directions at BHG. Instead, I did a little more searching and then just did it my way. Most people suggest painting your stryofoam ball in a complimentary color first. I skipped this step because I was in a hurry, but I do recommend you do that. I used a 4 in styrofoam ball, 3 different size ornaments and a glitter pick. I also used a dowel rod which I covered in washi tape and a planter from the dollar tree. My planter was originally bronze, but with a few coats of spray paint it became silver. You also need some foam for the planter and something to cover it with. I used moss and blue glass pebbles. The pebbles give the bottom some weight. I think this makes a much better centerpiece for this ar

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