DIY Wrapped Candy Garland

1 min read September 13, 2026 Oriental Trading Team
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Looking for a simple DIY decor idea to use at your next party? This wrapped candy garland is the perfect solution and only takes five easy steps to make!

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Cut several 5″ pieces from a Transparent Basket Cellophane Bags along the width of the bag. Then, cut that piece in half along the length of the bag.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 1
Step
2

Place a Mini Styrofoam Ball in the center and begin to twist one of the ends.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 2
Step
3

Tie fishing line around the twisted end so the styrofoam ball is secure inside the cellophane. Repeat the same process on the other end.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 3
Step
4

Trim the ends of the wrapped candy so they are even.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 4 part 1
DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 4 part 2
DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 4 part 3
Step
5

Take your Black Baker’s Twine and lay out a long piece of twine. Using your Surebonder® Low Temperature Mini Glue Gun, place a bead of glue on the back side of your wrapped piece of candy. Repeat the process with your remaining pieces of candy. Alternate the colors forming of candy to form a pattern.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 5 part 1
DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 5 part 2
Step
6

Make sure you check out our DIY Macaron NecklaceCandy Embellished Drip Cake, and the full Candy-Themed Birthday Party for more inspiration.

DIY Wrapped Candy Garland step 6

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