CRANBERRY KISSING BALL

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Great decoration idea! This creative cranberry ball is perfect for any celebrations.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Gifts & Decor

Time 45m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 inches 20-gauge wire
1 plastic foam ball, 3 inches in diameter
Round toothpicks
1/2 pound fresh cranberries
1 small bunch (about 5 sprigs) fresh eucalyptus
1 package craft straight pins
1 yard decorative ribbon

Steps:

  • Wrap wire tightly around diameter of foam ball once. Twist wire at top of ball to secure. Tuck ends into ball.
  • Break toothpicks in half. Push cranberry onto broken end of toothpick; push other end of toothpick into foam ball. Continue until ball is well filled with cranberries.
  • Fill in open spaces on ball with 1 1/2- to 2-inch cuts of eucalyptus, securing with pins.
  • Slip ribbon through wire twist at top; tie ribbon to make loop for hanging ball. The cranberries will stay plump and pretty for about three to four days. To extend its life, hang the ball in a cool spot, such as in an entryway or on a porch.

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