How to Make a Holiday Hanging Planter

• Once you've gathered all of your supplies in one central area, it's time to get to crafting.
• Wrap the garland around the planter, starting at the top. Secure with 10-gauge wire as you are wrapping.

Next, hang the planter. This will help you to secure the end of the garland toward the bottom of the planter.

There may be some gaps where you have placed the garland. Fluff and expand the garland over the planter to cover any open spaces.

Tip: If your garland is pre-lit, attach cords from two pieces of garland and tuck inside the garland to hide.

Now it's time to decorate. While making this all your own, consider choosing different textures and sizes for your decor. This will make it more interesting to look at.

• Place holiday berry stems, faux poinsettias and any other chosen decor into the garland.
• Start with your largest pieces first, then incorporate the smaller ones.
• Use wire cutters to cut poinsettias or berry stems shorter so you can place them into the garland easily.
• Secure with either the garland or the wire.

• Cut several pieces of 5-gauge wire at varying lengths.
• This project used wire that included a cutting edge; however you can also use wire cutters.

• Using wire, string one end through the ornament.
• Twist the wire until it is secure.
• Take the opposite end of the wire and secure it to the bottom of the planter to hang the ornament.

Attach and hang all ornaments at varying lengths until it reaches your desired look.

Consider placing live poinsettia plants or another seasonal flower into the planter to add a bit more seasonal flair.

Tip: If adding flowers inside the planter, line the planter with paper so you don’t have to put as many flowers inside.