1. Make a Christmas tree. Without any ornaments.

2. Each day there is a reflection. Reflecting an Old Testament person, who led us to Christ.

3. Make an ornament to represent the person. Use the chart below. And hang the ornment on the Christmas / Jesse Tree.

Materials

• Wreath Base: Choose from a straw, wire, or foam ring. 

• Candles: Four taper candles (traditionally three purple and one pink, or you can use white and add ribbons). 

• Candle Holders: Four holders, which can be secured to the wreath base. 

• Foliage: Evergreens like pine, fir, spruce, or holly. 

• Decorative Accents: Pinecones, cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, berries, or ribbon. 

• Tools: Hot glue gun, wire, and wire cutters or scissors. 

Instructions

• Prepare the base: If using fresh greenery, condition it by soaking in water. If using a foam ring, pre-soak it. 

• Add candle holders: Place four candle holders evenly spaced around the wreath base and secure them with wire or hot glue. 

• Attach greenery: Trim greenery into manageable pieces. Secure the greenery around the candle holders and over the base, tucking it in at a slight angle to create a full and balanced look. 

• Fill gaps: Use shorter pieces of greenery and other decorations to fill any gaps and create depth. 

• Add decorations: Use hot glue or wire to attach decorative elements like pinecones, cinnamon sticks, star anise, or dried orange slices. 

• Finish with candles: Insert the candles into the holders, and add any finishing touches like bows made from ribbon.