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Christmas can be filled with clichés if you’re not careful. We find the best way to get into the spirit of things while sprinkling on some originality is by making some of your own decorations to be proud of every time you walk through the front door.

Here, we’ve compiled our top six seasonal ideas for alternative Christmas wreaths. Perfect for when you want to celebrate without turning the tinsel up to 11!

Don’t limit yourself to the front door either; these super stylish wreaths should be placed throughout the home to happily see you through the Twixmas and New Year. Check out our must-haves for 2016 below and get your creative juices flowing.

Pine Cone Wreaths

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These wreaths capture a fairy tale beauty and exude an understated style and class. The metallic colours add a luxury, which is both fashion-forward and versatile to complement most home interiors.

MAKE IT YOURS: Gather some pine cones, spray different shades of Rust-Oleum Metallic from our range and tidily assemble into a wreath – magic!

Kitsch Pom Pom Wreaths

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Bear with us…brightly coloured kitsch pom pom wreaths are all the rage, we promise! Easy to make and with maximum style impact, you can really fashion a yarn statement with one of these fab creations. Add other elements like spare tree decorations and novelty miniatures to transform yours into a kitsch dream.

MAKE IT YOURS: Get some brightly coloured wool and a pom pom maker and see what bespoke creation you can rustle up. Want to add some baubles to the mix? Use Rust-Oleum Neon in pink to update some of your old decorations.

Ceiling Medallion Wreaths

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This wreath is a subtle and ingenious way to produce a stylish Christmas decoration without going all-out festive. With bright colour pops and contrasting ribbon, they’re super easy to make using polystyrene ceiling medallions, are lightweight and simple to paint.

MAKE IT YOURS: Get yourself a couple of ceiling medallions, spray with Rust-Oleum Universal in Sunset Orange or Racing Green and tie it with a ribbon.

Paper Cut Wreaths

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Huge in the greetings card world, paper cut techniques have now leant their style to Christmas wreaths. Strictly for indoors, these beautifully delicate paper wreaths have been constructed from individual shapes cut from paper and built up to create these wonderful designs above. Inexpensive and a great project to set your mind to, the only limit is your imagination.

MAKE IT YOURS: If next year’s colour scheme changes, simply spray with any of the beautiful colours from Rust-Oleum Metallic, Rust-Oleum Mode or Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch. You’re guaranteed to have a striking wreath every year!

Geometric Wreaths

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The world of interiors cannot get enough of the geometric design trend, and Christmas decorations are no different. Creating an ambience of pure modern glam, you can’t go wrong with a geometric inspired wreath this year. Eye-catching and timeless, they’re ideal for Christmas and quite frankly all year round if you ask us!

MAKE IT YOURS: Create your own design with wire and use Rust-Oleum Metallic spray paints. You’ll have your own geometric masterpiece in an afternoon.

String Lights Wreaths

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As carnival lights grow in popularity, it’s no surprise that string light wreaths are destined to be a big hit. After all, your decorations a never complete without an abundance of lights, which makes these wreaths perfect for both indoor and outdoor festive schemes.

With high street stores and supermarkets offering a wide range of affordable string lights, the above can be easily replicated with little expense. A great way to set a party or chilled mood, these wreaths are a must-have this Christmas!

MAKE IT YOURS: Grab yourself some string lights and get wrapping. You could even spray paint green cords in Rust-Oleum Metallic Bright Gold to add a touch of festive cheer.

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