Liberty Scraps - I brought mine here (but you can use anything you have to hand) Cut into 5 inch Squares
5mm ribbon - VV Rouleux has a fantastic selection of colourful velvet
Beading Wire - I used a mix of colours but you don't have to cut into 20cm lengths
Step 1) Cut your net squares approximately the same size as your Liberty piecesStep 2) Take your first square and then a square of net, fold as in "half" like the picture.
Step 3) Fold in "half' again and pinch the top to form a bud shape.
Step 4) Fold your wire in half and wrap around a pencil and twist a few times to make a loop (its easier if you get these prepped before you start)
Step 5) Take your bud and tightly wrap your wire around the top until it is secure.
Step 6) Repeat until all your buds are done. I did 6 but you could do more it depends on how long you want your garland to be.

Step 7) Take your length of ribbon, mine was just under 2 meters and fold the ends over to make a loop and knot into place the loops should be about 10cm long.
Step 8) Fold the ribbon in half and place your buds along the length to work out the spacing, if you want you can mark with a pencil where they buds will go
Step 9) Knot all your buds into place
Step 10) Hang and enjoy
These are so simple to make, they would be ideal to make slightly bigger for a wedding or party and w make a refreshing change from bunting especially if you tied on some extra ribbons or sparkley bits.
Oooh that is such a pretty idea! Another project to put on my 'must-try-out-soon' list!
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