The Christmas season is a magical time in Belfast. With its charming cobblestone streets, festive lights, and decorative wreaths adorning shopfronts and homes, the city really comes alive during the holidays. Making your own wreath or crown is a fun crafty activity that helps spread that festive feeling. This guide will provide tips on the best wreath and crown-making workshops happening around Belfast this Christmas.
Finding Wreath and Crown Making Workshops
Several local businesses and community centers host wreath & flower crown-making classes and workshops during November and December. These allow you to learn techniques and make your own decorative piece to take home.
Some top options for wreath and crown workshops include:
- Local florists often host wreath-making workshops using fresh greenery and decorations. The classes provide all the materials and guidance needed to craft a beautiful wreath to hang on your front door.
- Dedicated Christmas crafts shops run wreath, table centerpieces, and Christmas crown-making classes throughout the holiday season. Each 2-hour workshop guides you through creating a unique festive piece using ribbons, pinecones, baubles, and fresh foliage.
- Community centers like arts centers, libraries, and church halls frequently host inexpensive wreath-making workshops in December. Check websites and community noticeboards for upcoming dates. These sessions let you make budget-friendly wreaths using basic materials.
Choosing Your Materials
Wreath and crown workshops will provide all the materials needed to make your festive creation. But it helps to have an idea of popular decorations and greenery used. Typical wreath-making supplies include:
- Fresh evergreen foliage – Pine clippings give a natural, aromatic base for wreaths.
- Holly and Ivy – These classic Christmas plants add pops of red and green.
- Ribbons and bows- Red, green, gold, and plaid ribbons tied in big bows add color and texture.
- Pinecones – Large pinecones make great natural ornaments to tuck amongst the greenery.
- Baubles, bells, and tinsel – Add sparkle with shiny Christmas decorations.
- Dried fruits and spices – Orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and whole cloves infuse seasonal scent.
For crowns, common materials are wireframes, fresh fir and pine branches, pinecones, berries, ribbons, and mini baubles. Get creative and make your wreath or crown unique!
Handy Tips and Tricks
Here are some useful tips to create a beautiful wreath or crown during your workshop:
- Craft wire wreath bases in different sizes provide a sturdy frame to build upon. Cover with greenery working in sections.
- Use florist wire or pipe cleaners to securely attach decorations like pinecones, oranges, and baubles.
- Layer different greenery types and colors for visual interest. Mix in some eucalyptus, red-berried holly, or variegated ivy.
- When attaching a bow, wire it in place. Set it towards the bottom or side rather than directly center.
- For crowns, ensure wireframes fit comfortably before adding foliage. Conceal wire with ribbons too.
- Spritz completed wreaths and crowns with water mist to revitalize greenery.
Spread Festive Cheer
Learning how to handcraft beautiful Christmas wreaths and crowns is a fun way for both kids and adults to kindle some festive spirit. Bring your creation home after a wreath-making workshop to adorn your front door or holiday table. The scent of fresh pine and the sight of glittering decorations will fill your home with yuletide cheer. With so many great workshops happening around Belfast, grab a warm drink, get creative, and deck your halls this Christmas!
