DIY Dried Orange Garland Tutorial

There is nothing like decorating with fresh garlands during the holiday season. This year, try mixing things up a bit with a DIY dried orange garland! I am sharing an inexpensive and simple tutorial. All the supplies are easy finds at your local grocery store or via Amazon. Dried orange garlands may just be your new favorite holiday decoration.

Supplies needed:

Oranges
Knife
Scissors
Parchment paper
Baker’s twine
Wooden skewer
Tape

DIY Steps:

1. Thinly slice oranges (recommended 1/8″-1/4″ thick). Don’t worry about the thicknesses being perfectly equal. The irregularity gives the garland part of its charm.
2. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Spread the orange slices out into a single layer. Bake for 6 hours (at minimum) at 170 degrees until dried out.
3. Let the orange slices dry overnight.
4. Using a wooden skewer, create holes in the centers of the oranges to string through with baker’s twine or twine of your choice. I used a small piece of tape on the end of the baker’s twine to help thread it through the holes.
5. Hang garland and enjoy!

How easy, right? These garlands are so simple to make, but so versatile in their use. Hang them on a fireplace mantle, string them on windows or draped across cupboards, railings, and curtain rods.

Our DIY mulled spices home décor collection would pair nicely with this DIY dried orange garland for the holiday season! Find your nearest AR Workshop location and check out the workshop schedule to make coordinating items for your home.