How to make a stunning Christmas wreath FOR FREE in your air fryer – and it’ll make your home smell amazing too
IF you're looking for the perfect Christmas wreath for your front door, look no further.
This DIY hack will help you perfect your festive decor without costing you a penny.
If you're looking to spread Christmas cheer without breaking the bank, check out this simple trick.
Whilst many tend to buy ready-made decorations, some homeowners are getting creative by making their very own Christmas decorations.
According to research reported by , the last month has seen over 138,000 searches for DIY Christmas decorations.
Searches for "How to make a Christmas wreath" have been up by 222%.
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DIY Wreaths have also been going viral on TikTok - , in particular, has received over 770,000 views.
People are looking to re-create the viral wreath for themselves with one commenting: “I need to try this one”, and another saying: “I love this! Saving to recreate."
With this in mind, Ninja Kitchen has revealed exactly how homeowners can create their very own Christmas wreaths this festive season.
Ninja reveals you’ll need the below items to create your own wreath:
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- Florist’s wire
- A wreath ring
- Sharp scissors
- Wreath filling or moss
- Foliage, dried fruit, and other decorative items of your choice
- String or a hook
Once you’ve got everything you need to make your wreath, lay it all out on a table with plenty of space and begin to envision how you’d like your wreath to look.
For the first step, you're focusing on creating the shape of your desired wreath.
"If you haven’t bought a pre-formed wire wreath, then you need to ensure your wire is shaped correctly," said the experts.
To do this, carefully cut it to the length and size you desire.
"You should then wrap the wire around itself multiple times in order to help keep the shape of the wreath nice and firm," they continued.
"Doing this also allows you to create a thicker wreath, which will enable you to add more items to it."
How to Dehydrate Fruit in Your Air Fryer
Dehydrated fruit has become a crucial component of any Christmas wreath or garland.
Searches for "dehydrated fruit recipes" are up by 90% in the last month, Ninja Kitchen has shared tips on using an air fryer this Christmas.
When using fruit as a decoration for your wreaths and garlands you need to make sure they are completely dry and free from any moisture.
You can use the "dehydrate" function on your air fryer to speed up this process - this process can normally take days if waiting for them to dry naturally.
You can also use one of our air fryer accessory racks to increase the dehydration capacity.
To use your air fryer dehydration function, follow the below steps:
- Slice fruit
Finely slice your fruit to around three millimetre slices to ensure even dehydration.
If using apples, rinse them in lemon water to prevent them from going brown. Pat the slices dry.
When it comes to choosing your fruit garnishes, you’re best off picking citrus zesty fruits like orange, lemon, grapefruit and limes as they pack plenty of flavour but not too much juice which can affect its dried texture.
- Place the pieces singularly in your air fryer
Place the fruit slices in a single layer in the drawer to ensure even drying.
Then install the crisper plate in the drawer on top of the slices and place another layer of slices on the crisper plate.
Set your air fryer to "dehydrate" and select a temperature of 60 degrees-Celsius and a time of four hours.
- Turn the decorations over
When ready, turn and dry the other side for another one to two hours then check the fruit to ensure it is sufficiently dried.
For a final step, you can also preserve your pieces for longer using glycerine.
Coating your fruit and other natural items will help keep your fruit looking fresher for longer.
Next, you need to fill and bulk out your wreath using your wreath filling of choice.
While many people use moss, you can choose whatever works for you.
This item will act as a mould for the decorative items you’re going to add.
"Make sure you use florist wire where needed to tie knots around any loose packing and secure it into place," the experts advised.
Now you’ve got a strong and sturdy base, you can decorate your wreath and get creative.
Start with your autumnal foliage and place it on your wreath, using the moss as your base.
"If you need to, reach for more florist wire to ensure your foliage stays in place against the moss," the experts suggested.
And for your final step, you can decorate your Christmas wreath to your liking.
"Here is where you can add dehydrated fruits for a warm, inviting look or add other natural items such as pinecones, and acorns," they explained.
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"You may find a hot glue gun works best to secure these final pieces onto the wreath."
Finally, using string or a hook, attach to your wreath and hang on your front door.