Celebrate the Lunar New Year by creating a stunning table garland using fresh citrus fruits and lush greenery. Symbolizing luck and prosperity, clementines and kumquats are intricately intertwined with various greens to craft a festive centerpiece that exudes abundance, joy, and warmth. This DIY project is versatile and can be tailored to fit any space, making it suitable for intimate dinners or larger gatherings. The delightful combination of fragrant fruit and eucalyptus will infuse your home with a refreshing and uplifting aroma.
Watch the instructional video to learn the process, and then find the list of materials and step-by-step directions below.
Please note that the greenery types suggested can be substituted with other durable varieties recommended by your local florist.
The finished garland is designed for a five-foot table and measures approximately four feet in length. If you have a longer table, simply double the materials provided below.
This garland typically remains fresh for about three days. To prolong its freshness, refrigerate it overnight.
Materials Needed:
– Wire cutters
– 28 pieces of florist or craft wire, each about 3½ inches long
– 12 kumquats
– 12 clementines with stems
– 2 large oranges
– Pruning shears
– 1 bunch of trimmed silver dollar​​ eucalyptus (6–10 inches long)
– 8 stems of trimmed baby blue eucalyptus (6–10 inches long)
– 1 bunch of trimmed parvifolia eucalyptus (6–10 inches long)
– 1 bunch of trimmed cocculus or ruscus (or a mix of both) (6–10 inches long)
– 1 red table runner (approximately 1 x 5 feet) or red fabric cut to match your table’s length
– 2 tapered candles in your preferred color
Instructions:
– Thread a piece of wire through each kumquat and clementine from one side to the other.
– Create six small greenery bouquets using two stems of each type, securing them with wire.
– Interlace the bundles by overlapping them and securing with wire to form a garland.
– Attach the clementines and kumquats evenly along the garland.
– Fashion candleholders by cutting off a flat base from each orange, then inserting a tapered candle.
– Place the red runner down the middle of the table, lay the garland on top, and position a candleholder at each end.
– Complete the setup with your preferred tableware, chopsticks, and red money envelopes.
Wishing you a Happy Lunar New Year celebration!