INSIDE : Learn how to make a Rustic Christmas Tree from upcycled and recycled materials. A lovely holiday decor item to set on display in your home.
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I am so excited about today’s post! Alice from, Thoughts From Alice asked me to participate in a Thrift Store Holiday challenge along with 24 other super talented ladies. We were asked to head to our local thrift store, find an item under $25 and transform it into something lovely used in our Christmas decorating. So, today I am sharing my new Rustic Christmas Tree with you!
Check out my Modern, Colorful Christmas tree if you are looking more tree inspiration.
I went to my local thrift store and found this awesome candle holder for a steal at $3.99. This was the basis of my entire design.
What supplies do you need for a Rustic Christmas Tree?
The other supplies I needed for this project was a cone shape for my tree (I used this tree form covered in fabric from my Valentine’s Day tree decor), collected twigs from a nearby park, a hot glue gun and assorted Wood Sheets.
I found these Assorted Wood Sheets at Jo Ann Fabric but they are also available online. They are paper thin and have an adhesive back. So many potential uses for them and they were a perfect fit for this project.
How do I make a Rustic Christmas Tree home decor item?
I started by using hot glue to secure the tops of the twigs together. The cone form helped me keep the nice circular shape.
Next I cut a piece of cardboard down as the base for my tree to rest on. I used the wood sheet to cover the cardboard circle. Then, I added some small red pom poms to the underside. I also secured the cardboard base to the candle base using hot glue.
Lastly, I used spray adhesive glue on the top 3″ of the twig tree and added gold glitter. It gives a subtle nod to a star on top of a Christmas tree.
Paired with a few additional items and my Rustic Christmas Tree is ready for the holidays!
Be sure to hop around and check out the other AMAZING ladies who participated in this Thrift Store challenge!
Glam Christmas Throw Pillows by Thoughts from Alice
A Deer Thrift Store Makeover by Ciburbanity
Great idea! Thanks for sharing @ the party!
Super cute! I have been looking for those wood sheets to try. Thanks for linking up last week at Creative Spark link Party hope you will stop by again today and link up! http://bit.ly/1yf1bP4
This is so cool! I just did a thrift store holiday craft with a few ladies too! I love thrift store finds 🙂 If you have a moment I would love you to come over to my blog and link up to the link party to show everyone this too!
Pinned!
have a great week!
Jess
Wow! This turned out great! Loving the rustic look. Pinned!
Thanks, Amanda! It was a fun project to make.
This is so pretty ~ I love the rustic look combined with the gold glitter. Such a pretty tree. Thanks so much for sharing at Project Inspire{d}. Have a wonderful weekend.
Fantastic idea!! I love finding ways to bring (free) nature indoors! And I think the pom-pom fringe you chose is a perfect finishing touch!!
Aw, thanks so much Emily!
Amy, thanks for linking this up with Found & Foraged!! What a great idea- I think I might be obsessed with branches right now. 🙂 And this challenge that Alice threw down has been so fun to follow! Everyone had such great finds and ideas. xo!! Laura 🙂
Beautiful. I love the combination of rustic with the glam of the glitter.
Very interesting idea. I never would have thought of it!
Rebekah
So creative! I love the clock in the background too 😉
Amazing! I see those big candlesticks all the time and would never in a million years thought to do… THIS! Love it. Also… thanks for the adhesive wood intel. Never heard of it, but looking for it asap! xxCharlotte
Thanks so much for stopping in, Charlotte. I was pretty excited for those wood sheets, I have so many fun ideas for them.
So creative, Amy! I love all things rustic, and this tree just moved to the top of the list! Pinning and sharing on FB : )
Thanks so much, Amy! And I so appreciate and a share and pin, too!
Great tips, and I live how you used the cone to keep the shape.
Absolutely darling and adorable! Just love this look!
Tammy
you already know i love it as i mentioned it in my comment the other day! love this style!
Thanks so much for saying it twice, Cassie!
Totally darling idea!
Thanks so much, Jennifer!
Very cute and innovative! I love rustic.
Brenda
This is super cute! Pinned!
I love the simplicity and rustic feel of your cute tree!!
So sweet.
This is so creative and adorable! I honestly always love everything you do which is why I was so thrilled when you said yes to my challenge! Thanks for joining in and inspiring me over and over again!
You are much too kind, Alice! I bow down to YOUR creativity, lady!
This is super cute and so creative Amy! Love it!
Thanks, Summer! It was a fun project.