Wakefield Museums and Castles

A partridge in a pear tree garland

Be inspired by 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'. Make a partridge in a pear tree garland to decorate your home.

What you'll need:

  • Paper or card

  • Material which doesn't fray (thick felt is ideal)

  • Scissors

  • PVA / craft glue

  • Glue brush

  • Pen or chalk

  • Ribbon

  • Tape measure

  • Pins or small pebbles (for holding templates still)

  • Large-eyed needle

  • Optional (for decoration): beads, embroidery silks, buttons 

A partridge in a pear tree garland: walkthrough video

(Please note: there is no voiceover in the 'how to' video)

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