Why are they perfect for Christmas?
The small Christmas trees provide a natural and cozy look that fits perfectly with Nordic Christmas decorations. They are ideal as table decorations, on a shelf, or on the windowsill – and you can make them in different sizes for an extra decorative effect.
Materials you will need
- Egg cartons
- Green paint
- Paint with gold glitter or glitter glue
- Cotton ball
- Small stars for the top
- Gold-colored wire
- Twig pieces for trunks
- Bark pieces for the base
- Glue gun or craft glue
- Scissors
- Small white beads
Step-by-step guide to the Christmas trees
- Cut the egg carton: Cut out four cone-shaped pieces – two for each tree.
- Paint the tree: Give the cones a coat of green paint and let them dry. Paint with gold glitter all the way around the edge. Let it dry.
- Assemble the tree: Place a small cotton ball in the top cone and glue the two cones together on top of each other; this will give you the height for the Christmas tree.
- Decorate: Glue the small white beads randomly all the way around the Christmas tree as ornaments.
- Make the trunk: Use a small twig as a trunk and glue it onto a piece of bark. You will need plenty of glue! Let it dry completely.
- Mount the tree: Place a small cotton ball under the bottom cone of the Christmas tree along with the trunk. Glue everything firmly in place.
- Top with a star: Cut a 5 cm long piece of wire. Attach it to the star. Ours were made of wood, so we just pressed it on. Bend the wire into a few circles so it gets a fun, cozy shape. Glue the end of the wire onto the top of the Christmas tree.
- Let it dry: Once the glue is dry, your Christmas trees are ready to adorn your holiday home.
Tips for varying the look
- Use silver glitter for a frosty look.
- Add small beads in other colors as "ornaments."
- Create an entire forest of trees in different sizes.
Frequently asked questions
How many trees can I make from one egg carton?
Typically 1-3 trees, depending on the size.
Can I use colors other than green?
Yes! Try white for a snowy look or red for a Christmas theme.
How long does it take?
It takes about 30 minutes per tree.
Your Christmas DIY
Now you have the recipe for the finest little Christmas trees that give the holiday a creative and cozy touch. Gather the materials, put on some Christmas music, and create your own little Christmas tree forest. Enjoy – and Merry Christmas!
