It is bewildering how Christmas is just days away when yesterday we were just thinking and planning about it, time sure moves fast. Since Halloween has ended, people have been knee-deep in everything Christmas, from organizing gatherings and decorating homes to baking and enjoying the most wonderful time with friends and family.
By now, everybody must be done with the decorations but there are still some stragglers behind looking for last-minute Christmas decorations. Try this rustic and simply festive wood chip Christmas tree made from scraps. Wood scraps are not that hard to find in winter, especially if you have a wood-fired fireplace at home. So, collect all those leftover chips of wood and craft this stunning Christmas tree this year.
Here is the full video tutorial:
Materials:
- Wood chips, the more the merrier
- Wooden slab
- Piece of cardboard
- Hot glue
- Fairy lights and other decorative items of your choice
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy
How to Make This No-Waste Wood Chip Christmas Tree
Collect the scarp and roll a piece of cardboard to make a stem. Then glue the rolled cardboard onto the surface of the wooden slab.
Next, start gluing the wood chips around the cardboard stem. Begin from the bottom up and add the larger pieces at the base.
Make sure the entire stem is covered with the chips to make the tree look fuller.
Next, adorn the tree with pearls and ornaments to give it a festive touch.
Now, add fairy lights for a whimsical vibe and a star tree topper to complete the look. There you go, your wood chip Christmas tree is all set to be placed on your table, shelves, or fireplace mantel for a cozy ambiance.
Let us know what you think of this last-minute Christmas tree idea. Merry Christmas!
