Stop Scrolling! Make This Viral Christmas Tree Gift Before Everyone Else Does, by Diy Simply on YouTube. 6 min 24 s.
- Video length
- 6 min 24 s
- Time to do it
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Pick your tree size and get a cone base. A 10 to 15 cm foam cone works well for an ornament, or roll cardstock into a cone and tape the seam.
Cut fabric circles in three or four sizes, from about 4 cm wide up to 8 cm. Smaller pieces go near the top, larger ones at the bottom.
Fold each circle in half, then in half again, so you get a quarter-circle petal with a pointed tip and a rounded edge.
Put a line of glue around the bottom edge of the cone. Press folded petals on, side by side, with the points facing down and the rounded edges slightly overhanging.
Add the next row just above, overlapping the first row by about half its height. Keep the rows tight so no cone shows through.
Work upward in rings, switching to smaller petals as the cone narrows, until you reach the top.
Glue a small folded petal or a bead at the tip to hide the point, then add a star or button if you like.
Attach a ribbon loop to the top with a dot of glue, or set the tree on a small round base for a table decoration.
Trim any loose threads and pick off visible glue strings before hanging or wrapping the tree.
Tips and common mistakes
Use pinking shears on woven fabric so the raw edges fray less.
Felt is the easiest choice for beginners because it does not fray at all.
Let the glue cool for a few seconds before pressing fabric down so it does not soak through.
Hot glue burns skin, so keep a bowl of cold water nearby and never touch a fresh glue blob.
Questions
What fabric works best for this tree?
Felt and cotton both work well. Felt holds its shape and never frays, while cotton scraps give a softer, more textured look. Avoid stiff or shiny fabrics that will not fold flat.
How many fabric circles will I need?
A 12 cm cone usually takes about 40 to 60 folded petals. Cut a few extra in each size so you do not run short halfway up.
Can I hang it on a real Christmas tree?
Yes. A ribbon loop glued at the top is enough, since the finished tree is light. Add a small bead inside the loop to stop the ribbon pulling through.
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