DIY 1: Candlesticks with baubles and flowers
Candlesticks aren't just for candles. Get creative and use them as displays for baubles and flowers for an original take on table decorations.
You will need:
- Different flowers and sprigs of greenery. Preferably, choose classic Christmas flowers such as the ones in this bouquet. Thin-stemmed, light flowers are the best pick here.
- Pruning shears
- Candlesticks / candle holders / candle sticks
- Small Christmas baubles
How to make DIY candlesticks with baubles and flowers
- Collect the candlesticks and baubles you want to use and see which combinations match the best.
- Visit your local florist and collect some flowers and sprigs of greenery.
- Twist or pull the top (the part where the hook goes through) off the baubles, leaving a hole at the top of the bauble.
- Fill the baubles with water (these will serve as vases) and place them on the candlesticks.
- Cut the flowers diagonally to the desired length and fill the baubles with flowers.
- Place the finished candlesticks on your Christmas table and enjoy your homemade decorations!
Tip: If you want to reuse these decorations, or are concerned that they may fall over, we recommend gluing the baubles to the candlesticks.
DIY 2: a perfectly sized Christmas bouquet
Having a giant Christmas bouquet on your table might feel festive, but it definitely doesn't make having conversations with your guests easier. Why not go for a smaller but still perfectly sized bouquet instead? This arrangement uses a flower pin or frog (also known as a kenzan) as an assist in creating flowers that aren't too big and aren't too small. Sometimes used instead of floral foam, we also used it in this bouquet of gerberas.
You will need:
- Your favourite Christmas flowers (take inspiration from this bouquet if you're stuck)
- Flower pin/frog/kenzan
- Pruning shears
- Shallow/small vases or glasses
How to DIY a Christmas table bouquet
- Visit your local florist and pick the flowers that you'd like to include in your bouquet(s)
- Place the flower frog in the vase or glass.
- Cut the flower stems to your desired length. Try different lengths for a casual look, or the same length for a more classic look.
- One by one, secure the stems into the kenzan until you're happy with how it looks.
- Fill the vase with water and place it on your Christmas table (or anywhere else). Enjoy!
DIY 3: double vase with candle and flowers
This Christmas bouquet in a double vase is a real eye-catcher whose impressive appearance belies how easy it is the make. This DIY makes an excellent gift!
You will need:
- 2 vases that fit together: one large and one smaller, straight and tall vase to place inside
- Sticky pads/adhesive eraser
- Your favourite Christmas flowers
- A candle
- Optional: a watering can or bottle (to make it easier to water the flowers)
How to make a Christmas flower arrangement in a double vase with candles
- Visit your local florist and choose the flowers that speak to you.
- Attach the adhesive eraser to the bottom of the smaller vase.
- Stick the smaller vase inside the larger one.
- Cut the flowers to the desired length. Tip: don't cut them too short, as you want to make sure the stems stay at the bottom of the vase and that the flowers stick out above the water.
- Place the flowers piece by piece into the large vase (i.e. between the vases), so that the stems are in the water and the flowers don't get wet.
- Place the candle in the smallest vase.
- Put the vase on the Christmas table and light the candle.
More Christmas inspiration
Feeling inspired? Discover more Christmas DIYs such as a wreath made of mistletoe. Discover 5 clever alternatives to the classic Christmas tree and find out which plants make the best festive gifts here.
