Minutes to merriment

Add a touch of holiday magic to your Christmas tree this year by crafting a personalised ribbon ornament. This delightful DIY project not only promises creative fun but also allows you to showcase your unique style as you deck the halls.

Crafting your own Christmas ornaments adds a charming and rustic touch to your holiday decor. Consider a simple yet delightful last-minute project like creating a ribbon Christmas tree ornament for a festive touch.

YOU’LL NEED:

Ribbon

Beads

Needle/thread

Card to make a star

STEP 1:

Mark dots along the ribbon to

show where to poke the needle

through each layer.

The first dot should be 2cm from

the end, then 7cm, 6.5cm, 6cm,

5.5cm . . . stop at 2.5cm.

STEP 2:

Using the needle and thread,

anchor your first bead on the

bottom of the ribbon tying it

in place.

STEP 3:

Layer the ribbon back and forth

on top of itself and poke the

needle through each dot until

you reach the end. Don’t forget

to thread a bead onto the

thread between each layer of

ribbon.

STEP 4:

Make a star to sit at the top of

your tree. We used card and

added glitter.

Your beautiful ribbon ornament is then ready to be put on the Christmas tree. — Courtesy of Mitre10