Candy Garlands
Make your own colorful garlands for your next party using candy! So many different colors, shapes and sizes of candies are available at the store that you can create an endless variety of festive garlands. This craft is great for both preschoolers and older kids alike. Small children can practice making patterns out of the various shapes and colors of candy, while older kids can string the candy themselves with some parental supervision.
Materials Needed:
- Candy and gumballs
- Large needle
- String
- Scissors
- Awl
Step One: If you are using gumballs, pierce them with an awl first before stringing them onto the garland.
Step Two: For gummy candies, you can pierce them directly with your needle. If small children are helping, a large plastic needle also works.
Step Three: Continue stringing on candies until the garland is the desired length. Tie knots at the end to prevent the candy from sliding and hang to enjoy!
Megan Kapple is a blogger from Kansas City, MO, where she lives with her husband and three young daughters. She loves anything DIY and crafty and blogs about her adventures at HomemadeGinger.com.