Candy Filled Wreath

Candy Filled Wreath

Candy Filled Christmas Wreath

This festive candy wreath is an easy Christmas craft that doubles as a delicious homemade gift. Wrapped candies are tied onto a wire wreath with colorful ribbons to create a decoration that's perfect for teachers, neighbors, friends, or holiday parties.

Candy filled Christmas wreath

Project Time: 45-60 minutes
Skill Level: Easy

Supplies

  • 2-3 bags individually wrapped candies (Jolly Ranchers, Starlight Mints, or similar)
  • 1 wire clothes hanger
  • Thin Christmas ribbon in assorted colors, cut into 6-8 inch lengths
  • Large decorative bow
  • Optional: Small scissors and a long ribbon

Directions

  1. Bend the wire hanger into a large circle to form the wreath.
  2. Tie one ribbon around the twisted end of a wrapped candy.
  3. Tie the ribbon securely onto the wire wreath.
  4. Curl the ribbon ends if desired for extra decoration.
  5. Continue adding candies until the wreath is completely covered.
  6. Attach a large Christmas bow to the top.
  7. If giving as a gift, tie a small pair of scissors to the wreath with a long ribbon so candies can easily be snipped off one at a time.
  8. Hang your wreath on a door or give it as a festive homemade gift.
Candy filled Christmas wreath

Kid Helper Jobs

  • Choose candy colors.
  • Tie ribbons onto candy wrappers.
  • Curl ribbon with scissors (with adult help).
  • Arrange the candies evenly around the wreath.

Fun Variations

  • Use only red and white peppermint candies.
  • Create a rainbow candy wreath.
  • Add candy canes around the outside.
  • Decorate with tiny ornaments or bells.
  • Use chocolate candies for a different look.
Gift Idea: Wrap the finished wreath in clear cellophane and finish with a festive bow for an inexpensive homemade Christmas gift that's both decorative and edible.

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