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SWEET CHRISTMAS TOPIARY

November 19, 2020 By Karen 4 Comments

It All Started with a Branch

It started with a faux branch I found with my Christmas decorations….you know the bin we all have! The branch had large sage-silver leaves, and I thought the large oval-shaped leaves would make a great looking small topiary tree.

I have decided anything can be done with a glue gun in hand and a few supplies.

This is what I used on this project:

  • Faux Branch – This is a lambs ear branch, but any branch with larger leaves would work
  • Small Cone
  • Ribbon
  • Wire Cutters or Scissors – These are the wire cutter I have. They are not necessary for this project, but they do come in handy and are on sale frequently….. don’t use a good pair of scissors
  • Glue Gun – I used low-temperature glue

Assembling the tree…

This is fast paced rewarding project ….

  • First, cut all the leaves off the branches.
  • Each leaf had a thick piece of plastic on the back, this is where the leaf attached to the branch. I used my scissors and carefully cut this vertically. This flattened the leaf so it would lay flat.
  • Start with attaching the larger leaves along the bottom of the cone overlapping the sides of each leaf.
  • Let about 1/2 inch of the leaves overhang the bottom of the cone, once you have the entire bottom row attached
  • Take your scissors and cut the leaves along the bottom of the cone evenly so that the cone will stand straight.
  • Continue gluing each leaf, overlapping the sides until you reach the top.
  • Try to arrange your rows so the largest leaves are on the bottom getting smaller as each row ascends.
  • Stop when you reach the top.
  • Next, picked the side that looks the most appealing.
  • At this point, the tree can be personalized with embellishments. Choose the colors and adornments that compliment your holiday decor.
  • Make a simple bow. I used a 5/8 inch wide white iridescent ribbon and hot glued it to the top. This will cover the last bit of cone that shows.
  • Cut the ribbon tails on a slant for an added interest.

This quick inexpensive decoration would be a beautiful addition to any holiday decor.

You may also enjoy these faux trees.

Do you have a favorite decoration you enjoy making? Here are a couple of other suggestions for you. Old Vases for an Elegant Center Piece and Eucalyptus Topiary

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Comments

  1. Mr Michael Velinsky says

    November 20, 2020 at 10:00 pm

    Wow everything looks great. I also hear your have the most wonderful husband.

    Reply
  2. Nancy Fagnano says

    November 21, 2020 at 4:42 pm

    Hi Karen. This is Nancy Fagnano. I’m thinking of an album for my daughter in law for Christmas. Can I get it by then. Love your blog

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 21, 2020 at 5:41 pm

      Hi Nancy!
      I would love to make an album for your daughter in law. I will get in touch with you and we can work on ideas.
      Thanks…

      Reply
  3. KariAnne Wood says

    November 30, 2020 at 6:50 pm

    You have such amazing ideas! Love the heart and soul that you have put into this blog!

    Thank you for inspiring me today!
    KariAnne

    Reply

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