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DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Introduction

Not Just for Christmas

Created by Rennai Hoefer of ten22 studio, this pineapple garland adds festive charm to holiday fireplaces. Versatile for year-round use indoors or outdoors, it's also perfect for weddings and parties.

Step 1

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, ten22 studio | Rennai Hoefer 2014

Gather Your Materials

Step 2

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, ten22 studio

Cut the Wire

Cut floral wire into 8-inch lengths—one for each pineapple.

Step 3

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, ten22 studio | Rennai Hoefer 2014

Wrap the Pineapples

Wrap each wire around the base of a pineapple and twist to secure. Group three to four pineapples by twisting their wires together.

Step 4

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, ten22 studio

Gather the Clusters

Cut a length of thick wrapped wire for the garland base. Secure pineapple bunches by wrapping them onto the thick wire. Repeat along the length.

Step 5

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, ten22 studio

A Lasting Decoration

String or drape the garland to bring natural texture to your holiday decor—it'll endure for years.

Step 6

DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 StudioRennai Hoefer, ten22 studio | Rennai Hoefer 2014DIY Pineapple Christmas Garland: Expert Step-by-Step Tutorial from ten22 StudioRennai Hoefer, ten22 studio | Rennai Hoefer 2014

Bunting + Reindeer Illustrations

For a complete traditional plaid look, follow step-by-step instructions for the "be jolly" banner and download the reindeer template.