Christmas Yarn Garland DIY and a Faux Fireplace!
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Hey there, Sweet Friends, we are a week away from Christmas. Are you still decorating your house?
It's Cynthia at Create With Cynthia with another tutorial for you.
My Christmas Trees are decorated and I love how they turned out. I created some super easy and cute Yarn Garland and even a Faux Fireplace and wanted to show it off.
But before I get to the garland, don’t you just love the stockings? They are knit and so soft and comfy looking. No wonder they are made from yarn.
When I saw the stockings, I knew I needed a fireplace mantel to hang them on. My home lacks a fireplace, which is a bummer, but….. it is what it is! When the holiday’s started approaching, I decided to create a faux fireplace out of this old twin metal headboard.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that St. Nicolas soon would be there. I was sort of wondering if my 14 year old son, Luke would ask me how Santa might get in…..
Well with no fireplace, how would Santa get in?
A few years back, when we lived in our old house with a fireplace, Luke asked about Santa coming through the chimney. “Mommy, Luke said, how will Santa get out of the fireplace if you don’t move all the packages?” If my memory serves correctly, Luke was about 8 years old.
Boys…..
The children were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of sugar plums danced in their heads.
Even though Luke is older now, I know he still believes.
My boys and I have always had a tradition of leaving milk and cookies out for Santa and his Reindeer. I had the urge to create the faux fireplace not just for the stockings….
I love how yarn comes in all colors and a variety of textures. Nowadays, you can even find thick and chunky yarn. I used a thick and chunky yarn on my “Yarn Christmas Trees” and had a bunch left over.
MATERIALS FOR THE YARN GARLAND:
- Yarn, 3-6 different types of yarn. Choose different colors and textures for an optimal look. I chose 6 different types/ textures of yarn in a variety of neutral colors.
For this yarn garland I chose a a few thick chunky white yarn types, a thin grey yarn, a gold colored yarn and I also used a thick twine. The opportunities are endless.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE YARN GARLAND:
Cut each piece of yarn 5-6 feet in length.
Tie yarn together at one end.
Place knotted end of yarn on something to hold it into place. I used a door and also a set of dishes. Anything strong enough to hold the yarn end in place.
Braid remaining yarn. I doubled up my yarn as I had six different types. When braiding, some areas can be loose and some areas can be tight. Mostly keep the braid loose.
After braiding is complete, tie a knot on the end.
Enjoy your yarn garland by placing it around your tree.
I hope I've inspired you to go out there and create something.
Cynthia
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