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How to make mini trees for the Christmas table

By Bunnings magazine /

A table set with a clothes peg Christmas tree, a napkin holder made from clothes pegs, a kangaroo place holder, and bowls of grapes and olives.

Overview

Create your own mini-Christmas trees for a simple and festive table decoration. With a few craft materials, you can make a charming addition to your Christmas set-up.

Tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment. 

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut the dowel

    Cut dowel using a handsaw and mitre box at 120mm, 160mm and 210mm, then sand cut edges. 
  2. 2

    Cut the circles and stars

    Cut three 90mm diameter circles and 60mm stars from cardboard with scissors.  

  3. 3

    Paint the stars

    Apply green craft paint to both sides of stars; let dry. 
  4. 4

    Attach the dowels

    Hot-glue dowel lengths to circle centres; let set.

  5. 5

    Add the pegs and stars

    Starting at the base, hot-glue peg halves to the dowels on an angle, then hot-glue stars to the tree tops; let set.
  6. 6

    Keep in mind...

    • For painting and sanding, always wear safety equipment (eye protection and mask) and ensure the room is well ventilated. Keep all paint and chemicals out of reach of children and pets. 
    • When using a hot-glue gun, wear eye protection and a mask, work in a well-ventilated area, then place the appliance on its stand after use and allow it to cool down before storage. Do not leave unattended while in use or directly after use. 
  7. 7

    Looking for more wooden decoration ideas?

    Add a handmade touch to your tree with another festive timber project, How to make stars for the Christmas tree.

     

     

    *Timbers vary by state and territory; contact your local store for further information.

     

    Photo credit: Bec Newman. 

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