Looking for an elegant way to decorate your mantel? These ribbon trees are just the ticket, and the best part is that they are so simple to make that you almost feel guilty. Almost. Find out how to make them below!
Large Tree
What You’ll Need:
40mm Imported Double Face Satin Ruffled Edging #33567 (Cream)
Rhinestone Bijou Button #19846 (35mm) (Crystal Silver)
Styrofoam Cone
Pins
T-Pins
Glue
Scissors
1. Wrap the ruffled satin edging around the bottom of the cone until both ends meet, and pin the ends to the styrofoam.
2. Cut where the ribbon ends meet.
3. Repeat the steps above until you reach the top of the tree.
4. Take one of the rhinestone buttons, and adhere it onto the top of the tree with a t-pin.
5. Glue your flatback rhinestones onto the ribbon in a sporadic pattern to represent ornaments.
Small Tree
What You’ll Need:
40mm Imported Double Face Satin Pleated #33566 (Dusty Rose)
Rhinestone Button #19840 (22mm) (Crystal)
Styrofoam Cone
Pins
T-Pins
Glue
Scissors
1. Wrap the ruffled satin edging around the bottom of the cone until both ends meet, and pin the ends to the styrofoam.
2. Cut where the ribbon ends meet.
3. Repeat those steps until you reach the top of the tree.
4. Take a rhinestone button, and adhere it onto the top of the tree with a t-pin.
5. Glue your flatback rhinestones onto the ribbon in a sporadic pattern to represent ornaments.
These Ribbon Trees are the perfect centerpiece for a holiday dinner, or an excellent decor element for your mantle. Wherever you decide to display them, they’ll add a bit of holiday cheer to any spot!
I love this, might have to give it a go!
Do it! We’d love to see the finished project!
You make the prettiest crafts!
Thank you!
It is always a joy reading about them!
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