Christmas Macaroni Garland Macaroni shapes with holes Fishing line Food coloring Small bells White vinegar Paper or plastic bowls Mix 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar and several drops of food color together in a paper or plastic bowl. Repeat this for each color desired. Place macaroni in each bowl, stirring so that the macaroni is coated. After macaroni have colored, spread them out on a cookie sheet to dry. When macaroni is dry, tie a small bell to one end of the fishing line. Thread the line with macaroni. Finish the garland with another small bell so that the macaroni does not fall off.