Cinnamon Sticks - 10 DIY Fragrant Decoration Ideas

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 21:10

It is amazing how certain smells or sounds remind us of specific things - a person, a place or an activity. Cinnamon, for example, is the aroma evoking Christmas. In this context, did you know that, in addition to their use as a spice in cupcakes and cookies, hot winter drinks or homemade scented sachets, cinnamon sticks can also be used to make pretty ornaments. tree, wall, table and many others. Today, our editorial staff gives you plenty of festive decorating ideas with a "breath of seasoning".

10 incarnations of cinnamon sticks to try this season for your Christmas decor

Cinnamon canes that you can easily find in grocery stores are a decorative motif in a lot of DIY Christmas projects. We aim in particular to make wreaths of branches, garlands in salt dough or gingerbread, candlesticks, centerpieces and many more aesthetic and ecological objects which also give an incredible smell to the rooms. Combine with other natural elements such as conifer twigs, pine cones, berries, jute, etc., to invite nature and the festive spirit into your home!

DIY himmeli tree ornament to hang

Finnish geometric ornaments have been on the rise for some time. Himmeli are traditionally made of straw and can include hundreds or even thousands of pieces depending on their complexity. In this case, we're keeping it simple with a deco version that includes 12 cinnamon sticks. Just be sure to look for copies with a hollow middle where the bark has rolled up enough to pass a needle.

Materials

• cinnamon sticks (a dozen makes an ornament)
• wooden beads
• metal cord for DIY
• thicker needle
• needle threader
• scissors

Instructions

1. Thread a 3-4 meter long piece of cord through your needle using the needle threader. Then, pass the needle through three sticks of cinnamon.

2. Gather your first three sticks in a triangle, then secure them together with a tight knot.

3. Next, slide two more cinnamon sticks through the cord. These will be the sides of your second triangle. Pass the needle through the middle of the triangle you just made, pull and secure with another knot.

4. Repeat the process until you have created five triangles, all firmly attached, then thread another cinnamon stick on the end.

5. Now take both ends of your cord and tie them together. This should pull the last stick of cinnamon into your final triangle and create the base for your ornament.

6. Secure your last triangle with a firm knot. Then cut a longer piece of rope to hang your ornament on. Pull it through the two open triangles on each side, bring them together and tie them together.

7. Finally, thread a few wooden beads on the cord and finish with a knot.

Himmeli-style garland to make with cinnamon sticks and dried orange slices

This year, bet on the natural decoration inspired by traditional Finnish ornaments. Make an attractive garland perfect to hang over the fireplace mantel or on your front door.

Materials

• two ply twisted jute twine
• cinnamon sticks
• dried orange slices

How to do ?

1. Start by threading a dozen cinnamon sticks on the string and tie your himmeli (find a complete guide in the previous tutorial).

2. Next, make a small hole in each side of the dried orange slices and thread a foot-long piece of string through. Tie one end of the string to a himmeli figurine and tie the other end to the next geometric garland figurine. Repeat the process as many times as needed and finish with an orange slice and a knot at each end.

Make a snowflake from cinnamon sticks

Materials

• hot glue gun
• cinnamon sticks
• cloves
• star anise
• string

Production

First, arrange 2 cinnamon sticks in the shape of a cross and glue them together with hot glue. Let it dry, then add the cloves, star anise, and small (broken) cinnamon sticks to create a snowflake shape.

Second, wrap the string decoratively around the cinnamon sticks, then hot glue the ends to secure. Also create a loop by gluing the two ends of the string to the back of the snowflake. This way, you can hang your ornament.

DIY geometric hanging ornament

There are many options for decorating with cinnamon sticks. If you are a fan of the Scandinavian style, go simple and make modern triangles decorated with sprigs of greenery and little baker's twine bows. The best part about these is that they are easy and economical to create in large quantities (great gift idea!). In addition, each ornament will have a different shape and size, which will give them a rustic and personalized look. And with the help of an adult handling the glue gun, children can help with the assembly as well.

Materials

• 20 cm long cinnamon sticks
• hot glue gun
• scissors
• faux greenery garland pieces
• baker's twine
• fine suede cord

Step 1

Cut the cinnamon sticks into 5 cm pieces with a sharp knife. Group them into sets of 3.

2nd step

Arrange the cinnamon sticks grouped together in triangle shapes and secure with hot glue at each corner. Let dry before moving.

Step 3

Once the glue has cooled, flip the triangles upwards (so that the glue appears on the back).

Step 4

Cut a 3 cm piece of garland for each triangle. Glue it in place with hot glue.

Step 5

Cut a 25cm piece of baker's twine for each ornament. Tie a standard knot in the center of the twine, then another knot above the first knot.

Step 6

Attach the baker's twine to the garland piece.

Step 7

Cut a 25cm piece of suede rope for each triangle.

Step 8

Thread suede around the top of the ornament and tie a knot. Repeat for each decoration.

Make a wreath of cinnamon sticks for the door

Materials

• 8 cm long cinnamon sticks
• vine wreath
• hot glue gun
• decorative ribbon

Instructions

Indeed, to complete this project, you will need a lot of cinnamon sticks! They are the key “ingredient” to this magnificent door wreath. The exact number usually depends on the diameter of your decoration.

The main step is to glue, glue and so on. The idea is to cover the entire front of the crown with cinnamon canes. You simply have to place and stack the small chopsticks to create your own rustic and natural style masterpiece.

When you are done, fill the holes with cut pieces of cinnamon and add a nice ribbon bow. All you have to do is hang the crown.

DIY small Christmas tree to hang with cinnamon canes

This ornament enchants with its texture and warm colors. Nice addition to the Christmas tree or to a gift box.

Materials

• fabric strips
• 15 cm long cinnamon sticks
• yellow buttons
• hot glue gun
• string
• scissors

How to do ?

1. First, cut the fabric into strips 25 cm long.

2. Next, tie 13 strips of fabric on the cinnamon stick.

3. Cut the pieces of fabric to form a small Christmas tree.

4. Use the hot glue gun to glue a yellow button to the top of the tree.

6. Finally, glue a loop of string to the back of the ornament. It's ready !

Small DIY Christmas Tree Ornaments from Cinnamon Sticks

Materials

For the reindeer

• 3 cinnamon sticks
• little red bell
• 2 googly eyes
• hot glue gun
• string

For the Christmas tree

• 4 cinnamon sticks
• red and green buttons
• hot glue gun
• string
• cardstock
• glue
• gold glitter

Instructions

Reindeer

Hot glue the cinnamon sticks together to form a "V", then put a dot of hot glue on each side and lay another stick across. Join the red bell and googly eyes. Turn the reindeer over and hot glue a piece of string for hanging.

Christmas tree

Cut three cinnamon sticks of different length. Put another stick up, glue the larger piece at the bottom and the other 2 at the top. Secure the buttons. Cut out a star from card stock, cover with glue, and sprinkle with gold glitter. Let dry, then glue on top. Turn the tree over and hot glue a piece of string.

Hanging board made of wood and cinnamon sticks

Materials

• cinnamon sticks
• decorative ribbon
• string
• acrylic paint color matching the tape
• glitter paint
• light brown ink chalk
• sheet music sheet
• wooden board 4 × 20 cm

Production

1. Paint the edges and back of the wooden base with acrylic paint. Cut the partition so that the sheet matches the base and glue in place. Use chalk ink to age the edges of the paper.

Tip: If you don't have a score sheet, you can substitute with brown kraft paper or any patterned paper you have on hand.

2. Apply a coat of glitter paint to the paper to add shine.

3. Next, glue your ribbon vertically in the center of your ornament base, leaving at least 3 cm of space at the top and bottom. Glue the cinnamon sticks horizontally on the ribbon.

4. Wrap the lower length of the ribbon around the cinnamon sticks and tie a knot at the top to make a “gift”. Use a few dots of glue to secure the ribbon.

5. Drill two holes at the top of the wooden base and tie string through to hang the decoration.

Pretty Christmas tree ornaments with bells

Tie 5 short cinnamon sticks together with baker's wire. Add a small silver bell and tie a knot to stabilize. Hang on the Christmas tree.

Small suspension made of cinnamon canes and orange slices

Take a longer decorative ribbon and fold it in half. Tie a double knot at the folded end. Thread a cinnamon stick using a needle. Then wrap with ribbon and secure with another knot. Thread an orange slice and secure in the same way.

Alternate cinnamon sticks and citrus slices to the end of the ribbon. Tie a final knot. Hang from the tree, kitchen cabinet handles or your woven basket full of fruit.

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