How Do You Decorate An Evergreen Wreath Using Only Small Lights?
In 776 B.C. wreaths, or laurels, were created to crown the victors at the Olympic Games. It’s thought that the idea of a wreath as wall decor originated when some of the laurels were left on the walls. Today, a lighted wreath at the holidays has come to mean “welcome” and a wish for an early, sunny spring. Thread a length of wire through the top center of the wreath. Twist the ends together to form a loop for hanging. Hang the wreath at a good height for working on it or set it on an easel. Separate the artificial garland into lengths about 8-inches long. Remove the string of lights from the packaging and test them before proceeding. Attach an extension cord to the light strand. Leave the lights plugged in. Start with the male end of the light string and secure it to the rear bottom center of the wreath with a length of the artificial garland. Twist the piece of garland in and around the real greenery. Arrange the lights around the wreath in several rounds. Use lengths of the garland t
