This year, why not make a Christmas wreath and Christmas ornaments using pipe cleaners! Well, you can start with this tutorial to make a charming mini Christmas wreath ornament using pipe cleaners and some Satin ribbon for making a bow.
It makes a Christmas tree hanging ornament, festive gift tag or present topper, Holiday garland accent, or window decoration, and an easy holiday craft project for kids and beginners.
We shall twist two green pipe cleaners together, fold and twist them again into a thick green ring base. A red pipe cleaner is coiled tightly around a needle, stretched into a wavy border, and glued around the wreath’s edge. A red ribbon bow, a mini Christmas tree charm, pearl beads, and a hanging loop complete the design.
Difficulty Level & Explanation
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Difficulty Level: Very Easy (Beginner)
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Why:
The steps involve straightforward twisting, simple coiling around a thin rod, and basic gluing. It requires no sewing, complex measurements, or intricate tools. Anyone can complete it in under ten minutes, though children will need adult supervision when using the hot glue gun and scissors.
Materials
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Green pipe cleaners (chenille stems)
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Red pipe cleaner (or white for variation)
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Thin knitting needle, metal skewer, or thin rod
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Hot glue gun and glue sticks
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Craft scissors
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Pre-tied red satin ribbon bow
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Small decorative Christmas tree charm
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Tiny white faux pearl beads
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Narrow green ribbon (for hanging loop)
Folds & Techniques
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Twist-Braiding: Twisting two parallel pipe cleaners tightly along their length.
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Halving Fold: Bending the twisted stem directly in half.
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Double-Twisting: Twisting the halved stem again to double its thickness and density.
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Ring Bending: Curving the straight cord into a closed circle.
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Mandrel Spiral Coiling: Winding a pipe cleaner tightly around a thin needle to create a fine spring coil.
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Coil Stretching: Gently pulling the coiled stem to convert it into a rippled, wavy border.
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Hanger Looping: Folding ribbon in half to create an ornament hanging loop.
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Learn the whole method of making this plush Christmas wreath craft using pipe cleaners in this tutorial:
Quick Frame-by-Frame Making Guide
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[00:02 – 00:05] Twist the Green Stems: Hold two green pipe cleaners together and twist them tightly around each other from top to bottom.
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[00:06 – 00:10] Double & Thicken the Cord: Fold the twisted stem in half and twist the two halves together again to create a thick, textured green cord.
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[00:11 – 00:15] Form the Wreath Ring: Curve the thick cord into a neat circle, apply hot glue to the meeting ends, and press firmly to seal the ring.
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[00:16 – 00:21] Create Scalloped Trim: Wrap a red pipe cleaner tightly around a thin metal needle to form a tight spiral. Slide it off and gently stretch it out into a wavy, ruffled strip.
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[00:22 – 00:30] Attach the Outer Border: Add hot glue along the outer edge of the green wreath ring, press the red ruffled strip all the way around, and cut off the excess.
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[00:31 – 00:35] Add Bow & Charm: Glue a pre-made red satin bow to the top of the wreath, then glue a small Christmas tree charm over the center of the bow.
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[00:36 – 00:38] Add Pearls & Hanger: Glue tiny white pearl beads onto the bottom curve of the green ring. Attach a folded green ribbon loop to the back for hanging.
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[00:39 – 00:41] Finished Display: Reveal the completed festive mini wreath ornament alongside alternative color designs.