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This post is all about how to make homemade dried orange garland for decoration at home.
This dried orange garland is one of the most beautiful and simple ways to make your home feel cozy and festive during the winter season! There is something about bringing bright and fresh elements inside during a more barren and cold season that make home feel more inviting. This orange Christmas garland does just that, and makes any space feel fresh and cozy.
The only thing you need for this project is several oranges, some twine and a some time. These oranges take several hours to bake and dry out in the oven, but is one of the simplest and beautiful decorations. This homemade dried orange garland makes for a fun weekend DIY project!
Why We Make Dried Orange Garland for Christmas
Last year was our first time to make this Christmas garland. We fell in love with the process of making the garland that we wanted to try it again this year. Making Christmas garland out of dried oranges has become one of our favorite traditions for the holiday season. We love adding special homemade touches to our Christmas decor. This dried orange garland will add a pop of color and freshness to any mantle, windowsill or Christmas tree.
How can you decorate with Orange Christmas Garland?
Simple Steps to Make Dried Orange Garland
Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Slice your oranges into 1/4 inch slices and pat dry with a paper towel to remove some of the moisture.
Line the baking sheet with sliced oranges in one layer on the pan.
Place the baking sheets in the oven. Cooked until edges are brown.
Use a needle and string to string the yarn through each orange slice.
Homemade Orange Garland
Dried orange garland is a beautiful DIY decoration to make for your home this holiday season.
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
3 oranges
1 spool yarn
1 needle (to poke yarn through the orange slices)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Slice your oranges into 1/4 inch slices and pat dry with a paper towel to remove some of the moisture.
- Line the baking sheet with sliced oranges in one layer on the pan.
- Place the baking sheets in the oven. Cooked until edges are slightly brown.
- Allow orange slices to cool on baking sheet or baking rack for several hours. You want to make sure the orange slices are dry.
- Using your twine and a needle, thread the twine through both sides of a slice. Make your strand as long as you would like with the dried orange slices you have.
- Decorate your space with the garland. The garland will last all season long.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
