Words carry magic at Christmas, and this garland lets you see that magic every day.
By bending evergreen stems into letters, you turn a simple “MERRY” into a piece of art that feels homemade and heartfelt.
Moreover, the pink bows add a joyful burst of color, almost like sprinkles on a cookie.
Hang it in your living room, across a shelf, or even in the kitchen to spread a little reminder that the season is about joy.
Materials Needed
- Faux evergreen garland (about 5-6 feet long, cut into 12″ sections)
- Craft wire (16-18 gauge, 3-4 feet)
- Wire cutters
- Hot glue gun
- Pink yarn or ribbon (about 2-3 feet, cut into 6″ strips for bows)
- Black-and-white baker’s twine (6-7 feet, for hanging)
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Cut your evergreen garland into 12″ strips. Each strip will be used to form part of a letter.
Step 2: Shape craft wire into the outline of letters “M-E-R-R-Y.” Keep each letter about 4-5″ tall for balance.
Step 3: Wrap evergreen strips tightly around the wire forms, securing the ends with hot glue as needed.
Step 4: Tie small bows from pink yarn or ribbon (about 2″ wide each) and glue them onto random letter spots for contrast.
Step 5: Attach letters to baker’s twine by threading or gluing them evenly spaced.
Step 6: Hang your garland across a mantel, window, or wall and adjust bows to face forward.
Notes:
If pink isn’t your style, swap the bows for red, gold, or even plaid ribbon for a more classic look.
You can also expand this idea with other words like “JOY” or “PEACE.”