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Burlap Trees

This year Christmas is all about trees and over the weekend I had Seven trees to decorate. I got five completed and only two more to go. One of the trees I made from burlap to match some of my other decorations. I first started with a large styrofoam tree.
Next I took the burlap and laid the tree on it sideways.
I then anchored the burlap to the top of the tree with floral pins.
I proceed to roll the tree with the burlap.
Once it was completely covered. I cut the burlap on an angle.
Next I secured the back with more floral pins along the seam.
At the top I sewed the opening shut since it was beyond the styrofoam but I wanted the tall point.

On the Bottom I folded and secure all pieces with floral pins as well. It doesn't need to look pretty since it is just the bottom and no one will see it.
To decorate it just a little I took gold braid thread,leftover from my cross stitch days and added it to the tree.
Every 2-3 inches I wrapped a piece around the tree and tied it on the back side.
You could use any type of ribbon and also could hang little ornaments from the ribbon as well. I chose the gold since it fits with my gold and silver theme. Once it was done, I placed it with my twine trees and other decorations and I think it looks lovely.
Enjoy!

Comments

  1. PattyNovember 29, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    This is awesome! I love me some burlap!

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  2. the cape on the cornerNovember 29, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    that looks simple...i think even i can do that! great job and great tutorial! stopping over from diy showoff.

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  3. Maggie LamarreNovember 29, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    fantastic idea, i have so many burlap from other projects.
    Maggie
    http://passionatelyartistic.com

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  4. Megan LeeNovember 29, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    What a cute idea! I love it!

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  5. GailNovember 29, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    Love your burlap tree! Thanks for sharing.

    Enjoy your day,
    Gail

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  6. The Single NesterNovember 29, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    Really simple and so lovely!

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  7. Patti @ Pandoras BoxNovember 30, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    Cute and simple tree that can dressed up or given a county look! Thanks!

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  8. Ann @ makethebestofthingsNovember 30, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    Love the texture of the burlap with the gold and silver. Beautifully and simply done.

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  9. Suzanne@Meridian RoadNovember 30, 2010 at 10:32 AM

    That's so cute and so simple! Great job.

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  10. Alison @ Oopsey DaisyNovember 30, 2010 at 10:37 AM

    WOW! These are gorgeous!!

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  11. AlethiaNovember 30, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    Simple,but very elegant!!! I will showcase this on my "Holiday Projects" with a link back to your tutorial, of course.
    www.sewmuchtalent.com

    Here's a link straight to the blog itself:

    http://csrapdu.ning.com/profiles/blogs/holiday-projects?xg_source=activity

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  12. LeslieDecember 1, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    Great idea...and the rustic quality of the burlap works really well with the silver tones. Love it!

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  13. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 1, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    When I see the word "burlap" I'm all over it. I love the simple design of this tree and the fact that you used what you had. Love it!

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  14. AllisonDecember 1, 2010 at 9:17 PM

    Thanks for linking up!

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  15. Jennifer WardDecember 1, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    Great idea! Love it!

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  16. CheriDecember 1, 2010 at 11:49 PM

    So simple, yet elegant. New follower, btw!

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  17. Patti's Artful DesignDecember 2, 2010 at 7:03 AM

    Wonderful idea....and we all love burlap these days! Happy holidays!

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  18. MindyDecember 2, 2010 at 11:48 AM

    Love them. Stop over and check out my glittered version. http://mindy-thislittlelightofmine.blogspot.com/2010/12/glittered-christmas-trees.html

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  19. An Oasis in the DesertDecember 2, 2010 at 10:05 PM

    These are so cool. Thank you for sharing the "how tos."
    CAS

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  20. KimMalkDecember 3, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    How cute - I like that it's neater than some of the other burlap version. It looks so nice in your arrangement.

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  21. JoannaDecember 3, 2010 at 8:21 AM

    Visiting via 504 Main...
    These are adorable and I've been meaning to make some trees for my window sill! Thanks for sharing.

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  22. Allison @ House of HepworthsDecember 8, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    I featured you today!

    Hookin' Up with HoH #27

    ~Allison @ House of Hepworths

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  23. Sue PinnerDecember 9, 2010 at 2:01 AM

    Great idea..thanks for sharing

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  24. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeDecember 9, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    I love your trees! So pretty!

    Thanks for linking up for Friday Favorites last week. Hope to see you again this week. Also, I'd like to invite you to come by next Thursday for my Holly Bloggy Christmas Recipe Party!

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  25. Holly LefevreDecember 10, 2010 at 12:43 AM

    These are super cute! And super chic. What a great display they make!

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  26. Linda@Coastal CharmNovember 5, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Your trees are so cute...i saw some in this wonderful shop today and I'm planning on making some too:) Thanks for coming to my party...please be sure to link back to my blog on your post...thanks:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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