![]() ![]() a bowl of navel oranges ready for cutting dried orange slices freshly prepared for drying prepared orange slices ready to be dried Materials Needed Let’s look at how the drying process is done. How To Dry Orange Slices For Decorationīefore looking at dried orange slices for decoration, let’s first start with the actual drying process of the orange slices. other citrus to use with dried orange slices slices of lemon, lime, and grapefruit dried pink grapefruit, lemons and limes You can use other types of citrus fruit as well, such as grapefruit, lemons and limes. I highly recommend trying your hand at drying these, if you can find some. You can use different sizes and different types of oranges.īlood oranges will give a deep red colouring which is warm and festive. That is why I continue to make them year after year.ĭried orange slices are easy to make. freshly made dried orange slice against a mini light- notice the glow When the white lights shine through the orange slices hanging on the tree, they glow like pieces of amber. I love the look of freshly dried orange slices, especially on the Christmas tree. dried orange slice from last year on the tree against a mini light They are still pretty on the tree, although the older slices of dehydrated oranges are not as translucent when the light shines through them. If you are going for a true primitive look, the darker orange slices will fit right in with brown pine cones. They keep very well once dried, and look decorative even once they turn a darker brown with age. I often save my orange slices from year to year. ![]() dried orange slices make simple and natural decorations Save Dried Oranges From Year To Year You can string them together to make a beautiful country garland, either all on their own or in combination with other materials, such as wooden beads and evergreen boughs. I love the look of oranges tucked into an evergreen wreath, or as individual pieces hung from the branches of the Christmas tree. We have been using dried orange slices for a long time in our Christmas decorating. freshly prepared dried orange slices for decoration Learn how to make dried orange slices for decoration, and add this sweet citrus touch to your holiday decor. They can be primitive or elegant, and either way they can make a beautiful addition to your Christmas decorating. ![]() Last updated on March 27th, 2023 at 08:23 pmĭried orange slices are the perfect simple decorations to add a country touch to your Christmas decor. ![]()
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