How to make an Advent Wreath

Instructions for making a simple Advent Wreath, to help the family prepare for Christmas.

Instructions for making a simple Advent Wreath, to help the family prepare for Christmas.

1. Make a firm circular base.

2. It can be made out of newspaper wound round with broad ribbon or tape.

3. Bend a pine branch into a circle the same size as or slightly bigger than the base.

4. Fix the pine wreath to the base with wire.

5. Fix the structure to hold the candles to the base with wire.

6. Stick the candles upright.

7. Arrange pine-cones, baubles and leaves symmetrically around the wreath.