How To Make Dried Citrus Christmas Ornaments
All things natural make this tree a perfect choice for a family who loves cooking, the outdoors and living organically. Every decor element is a DIY project so gather the kids to make garlands and hanging orange slices that will make your tree beautiful and smell even better.
All you need is 5 oranges, star anise, a needle and thread and a few hours of your time.
1. Slice your oranges with a sharp knife about a half-centimeter to a centimeter thick. The thinner they are, the more transparent they’ll be, but make sure not to cut them too thinly. They’ll warp and curl if they’re thinner than a half-centimeter.
2. Place them on a baking pan on top of a grate so the heat can circulate around them, and place them in the oven. Bake them at 85 C for 4-6 hours.
3. Once dry, let them sit for about a half-hour to cool.
4. Once cool, stud the oranges with cloves. Thread some ribbon, twine or string through the centres of the orange slices, then tie a knot to secure
I find it’s best to thread through the orange, leaving a bit long so you can easily tie the thread in a knot once it’s secure. Simply sew through the top of each orange to create a string to hang it with, and place it on your tree.
