Christmas Craft Idea: A Candy Cane Wreath That'll Make Your Door Dazzle (PHOTO)

The holiday season is pretty much the only time of the year that we get to go crazy decorating the exterior of our homes. And whether you choose to keep it classic with just some pretty lights and garland or you decide to go the more excessive route with an entire Santa army in your yard, your decor won't be complete without a wreath. And today's holiday craft idea from Crafty Sisters shows us how to make a really bright and festive one out of our favorite Christmas candies. Check it out:

Photo by Crafty Sisters

Candy canes are such a holiday staple that it just makes sense to decorate with these sugary treats. And, since this wreath uses artificial ones, you can always reuse it again next year. For the full tutorial, head over to Crafty Sisters.

Looking for more holiday crafts? Check out some other great ideas in the slideshow below.

• Pumpkin Snowman

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• Paint-Dipped Ornaments

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• Gelt Pouch

  Get ready for some <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/03/hanukkah-craft-ideas-gelt-pouch_n_2231593.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">intense games</a> of driedel!

• Square Holly Wreath

  Put a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/27/holiday-craft-ideas-square-holly-wreath_n_2198681.html">unique spin</a> on a classic holiday wreath.

• Hanukkah Party Favors

  Recycle toilet paper rolls into sparkly and colorful <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/29/hanukkah-craft-ideas-party-favors_n_2212193.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">party favors</a>.

• Charlie Brown Ornaments

  Pay homage to "A Charlie Brown Christmas" with these felt <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/26/holiday-craft-ideas-charlie-brown-ornaments_n_2194132.html">Peanuts ornaments</a>.

• Modern Furniture Wreath

  Create one of the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/27/holiday-craft-ideas-furniture-embedded-wreath_n_2198917.html">most unique wreaths</a> you'll ever see!

• Embellished Hanukkah Napkins

  Honor the eight nights of Hanukkah with these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/26/hanukkah-craft-ideas-numbered-hanukkah-napkins_n_2193056.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">festive numbered napkins</a>.

• Yarn-Wrapped Pinecones

  Such a simple yet festive <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/holiday-craft-ideas-yarn-wrapped-pinecones_n_2172495.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">way to decorate</a> for the holiday season!

• Painted Acorns

  These <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/holiday-crafts-metallic-golden-acorns_n_2171010.html?utm_hp_ref=huffpost-home&ir=HuffPost%20Home">acorns are the perfect decor</a> to transition from Thanksgiving to the December holidays.

• Paper Christmas Tree

  These <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/16/craft-of-the-day-paper-trees_n_1154426.html?ref=stylelist-home" target="_hplink">paper christmas trees</a> are an easy way to upcycle old newspapers.

• Mason Jar Snow Globe

  Bring the beautiful snow (without the cold!) into your home with a <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/15/craft-of-the-day-mason-jars_n_1152222.html?ref=stylelist-home" target="_hplink">mason jar snow globe</a>.

• Paper Snowflakes

  Welcome winter with pretty <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/12/craft-of-the-day-paper-snowflakes_n_1144520.html?ref=stylelist-home" target="_hplink">paper snowflakes</a>

• Felt Trees

  Make these <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/07/craft-of-the-day-felt-trees_n_1134066.html?ref=stylelist-home" target="_hplink">felt trees</a> to add some festivity to any room in your home.

• Ornament Wreath

  This <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/01/craft-of-the-day-ornament-wreath_n_1124167.html" target="_hplink">ornament wreath</a> is a bright and festive way to dress up your front door!

• Pinecone Ornaments

  Dress up your tree with these funky <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/12/01/craft-of-the-day-pinecone_n_1122895.html?ref=mostpopular" target="_hplink">pinecone ornaments</a>

• Advent Calendar

  Count down the days until Christmas with this <a href="http://www.stylelist.com/2011/11/25/craft-of-the-day-advent-calendar_n_1113147.html" target="_hplink">advent calendar</a>

• How to Make a Duct Tape Holiday Wallet

  Kristy Kalnitzky demonstrates how make a duct tape holiday wallet.

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