How to Make a Twig Star
Make simple twig stars using sticks or stems from the garden. All you need are the twigs and some string to make these stars, but you could also paint them or adorn them with decorations such as holly and small pinecones. This is a quick and easy winter nature craft suitable for adults and children.
Servings 1 star
Cost $1
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 twigs
- string or clear rubber bands
Instructions
- Cut five thin and bendy twigs to all the same length. Six inches (15 cm) long is the shortest length I've found easy to work with. The twigs in the images are 9.5 inches (24 cm) long.
- To attach the sticks together, you can use string or rubber bands. If using string, cut five lengths about three to four inches long. Be aware that freshly cut twigs will shrink as they dry, and that the string connections may become loose over time. Rubber bands will not become loose and may be better in that case.
- Begin with two twigs. Look at them and notice which ends are thicker than the other. Connect the thick end of one to the thin end of the second twig with a string. Doing this (thick end to thin end) for each attachment point will give the star more stability. Attach them so the right twig is on top of the left twig. Pull the twigs apart about thirty degrees to create a point.
- Add the next twig, ensuring that it’s the top-crossing twig at the attachment point. Each new twig you attach should be placed on top of the last one. Adjust the position of the third twig so that the angle inside matches the angle at the top of your star. As pictured, the third twig should also lie on top of the first twig.
- Weave the fourth twig through the twigs, forming the star’s top point. Weave under and over and attach it with string afterward. It might be easier to look at the photo below.
- When adding the last twig, it’s easier to do the weaving first and then tie it in at both ends. Keep in mind to match the thick end to a thin end and to weave under, then over.
