So…I finally have gotten around to actually decorating my house!! This year I decided to simplify in both the colors and items.
I decided to incorporate burlap and jute twine into my family room decor, and I am so happy with how it turned out!
Burlap and Twine Trees…
They are just so warm and cozy! Plus they are a great last minute Holiday Home Decor idea!!
Here is how I made them…
Supplies Needed for Burlap and Twine Trees:
Lets start with the Burlap Tree…
Gather all your supplies needed…
Next, adhere the burlap to the bottom of the cone with a small amount of glue, {remember, I switched to a glue gun instead of spray adhesive!} and begin to wrap the burlap around the cone and slightly overlap each layer as you move up the cone. I applied small amounts of glue periodically, as I made my way up the cone!
You will need to make small cuts in the burlap as you wrap it, to get it to lay flat. They will look like little “tucks” in the burlap! Continue to wrap, glue, cut, and tuck all the way to the top!!
Finally, give your tree a light coat of shimmer with some glitter spray! Finish off with some whimsical little bells, tied onto the top with brown satin ribbon!
Now, for his little friend, the Twine Tree…
Simply attach the jute twine to the top of the cone with your glue gun and start wrapping….sit down…turn on the TV…and wrap! Attach the jute twine on the underside of the cone at the bottom with your glue gun! That’s it! Super easy!! Finish it off with a little glitter as well!
These are really fun, easy, and inexpensive! I was also able to really score on the candlesticks they are sitting on…50% off of 50% off !! LOVE a bargain!
ENJOY!!
Bonnie
Trish Flake
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Lindsay says
You know I LOVE mini trees & these are so adorable! Seriously, I need you to come style my house!
karah says
These came out great! I love the monochromatic look of them. Very naturally elegant. Nice job!
Karah @ thespacebetweenblog
Pam - diy Design Fanatic says
I love it! The burlap trees look great! Lots of burlap around my house this year, as well. Stopping by from SYS.
Little Moos and My Creative Pink. says
I am loving all the rustic Christmas decorations I have been seeing. I think these are really great, thanks for sharing how you made them.
Lisa @ MMT says
These are so cute!
cameronhomemade says
I just found your blog – and how weird, I just bought two tree forms yesterday … coincidence? I think not! Hopefully I can get them decorated before Jan. 1 🙂 Thanks for the great linky party!
Cori says
These are so cute!
adventuresindinner says
I thought I loved the burlap tree and then I saw your twine one. Adorable 🙂
So glad to have you at our Pin’Inspiration Party this week.
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Cinthya says
These are really nice. I could sure use ones like that for my boring old mantle at home.
Denyse@Crazy Beautiful Life says
These would look so cute on my desk…I will be adding these on my list of next year’s Christmas crafts….Thanks for sharing this on my “18 Days of Christmas” linky party 🙂
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Emily says
These are AWESOME!! I love how simple and rustic they are! Would love for you to link up @ Find Your Craft Friday over on my blog… Have a great Friday!
Emily @ BabyBerry
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Stephanie says
These turned out great! Love it!
Stephanie
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Monica says
visiting via Whipperberry tonight. These are soo pretty!
So Many Little Things says
I love these! I am making some Saturday for sure. I even have similar candlesticks waiting around. Thank you!
cameronhomemade says
I did it – I made some trees from your inspiration – they are linked up to the linky party – thanks for a great project!
thistlewoodfarm says
Those burlap trees are fabulous!
blessings,
karianne
Kelly says
These are too gorgeous! I especially love the burlap one. I found you through HOH, and I’m your newest follower!
Kelly
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Renee @ Rustic Crafts says
Oh My Gosh! I love these trees! I would love to have you share this project at my Shabby Shares link party over at Rustic Crafts ~ http://rustic-crafts.com/?p=3603
Amy says
So pretty!! Thanks for the tutorial! Would you pretty please share them here? I’d be so excited for you to join the party!
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Karyn says
Love the twine tree!!
June Scott says
These turned out really nice, Trish! Thanks for sharing your techniques!
Kim @ Too Much Time says
Simple, rustic, and lovely:)
Rebecca says
Burlap & twine trees are on my to do list. 🙂 Yours look great!
Vargáné Mária says
Nature, simple, beautiful!
Very-very nice!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
I’m over visiting from the Lolly Jane’s link party. I love this tree! I love the look of the burlap!
~Kara (your newest google follower 🙂
Erin says
Found you through a link party and I’ll be following now. These turned out great, thanks for the tutorial!
Danielle says
I love these! I have pinned them to use later this week in a featured post. Thanks for linking up and sharing:>
Kei says
Those look brill! I love mini trees and am hoping to sneak some into our Christmas decorating this year. You’ve inspired me! 🙂
Lollyl Linens says
Pure awesomeness!
Thanks for sharing.
Betsy says
So darn clever. So simple, yet so elegant. Great tutorial too:-)
Megan says
I like the twine tree the best, but the brown ribbon is perfect for the burlap tree.
megan
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Olga@Stardust-Decor&Style says
Girl you are so creative! They look so nice! Visiting from the blog hop and following you! Hope to see you around at my place too!
Love, Olga
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Emily says
Love these!! I really like the rustic feel of the burlap and twine. I made some similar ones for my mantle: http://davenportdiy.blogspot.com/2011/12/dare-to-diy-christmas-craft-and-decor.html
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Don’t forget to link up to win the Eureka Vacuum and Kindle Fire at “The Sits Girls!!” I am grateful to be a fellow crafter in Creating Christmas, just thought you might like a chance to win big for being oh so fabulous. 🙂 http://www.thesitsgirls.com/featured-blogger/good-clean-fun-vacuum-kindle-giveaway/
Megan says
LOVE! thanks for linking up to mom it monday! I have shared your tutorial on my FB page!
Jen-CraftOManiac says
Love these!!! I almost dude a twine, jute tree, but was to lazy! HA! did you link these to my Christmas Tree Party. These are perfect for it. winks, jen
Katie @decoratemylife says
These have a simple and understated beauty. Thanks for sharing!
Hi, I'm Laura Ingalls Gunn says
Wow! You are a Christmas crafting genius! So glad I found your project via Centsational Girl.
Please stop by for a visit to my blog. I am currently in the midst of a Gifts to Make series.
Be Merry and Bright!
Ann Porteous says
LOVE these!! like the color and the easy do look!! I cannot wait to try with my kids!
lauren @ West Furniture Revival says
very cute. i love the nice simple rustic look these have to them!
Lookiewhatidid says
You had me at Bur….burlap that is. Love it all…
Katherines Corner says
Oh my goodness I love these so much! Well done and thank you for sharing with us.Hugs! P.S> Have you added your lovely blog to my new blog list page? Don’t forget to enter my Tis The Season giveaway too, time is running out.
Ruth says
These trees are adorable. What a simple but beautiful way to decorate. Thanks for sharing.
Ruth
Marie says
Love these! I’m featuring you! http://mylilpinkpocket.blogspot.com/2011/12/show-share-17-features.html
Marie
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Little Bit says
these burlap and twine trees are splendid. I love the simplicity and elegance.
cathy@my1929charmer says
I love your trees, you make the best, so maybe I should knight you the “tree lady”. What you think! I especially like how natural and rustic they look. I really favor that look. Thanks for sharing all your project’s at Sunday’s Best. Keep you inspiration coming!
A Few Pennies says
Awesome idea; I’ll be trying some of these for my little booth for sales; these are sweet–thanks for sharing.
Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust says
I love these trees & the materials you used to make them. So pretty {in a rustic way!}.
Warmly, Michelle
Space 46 says
Seriously I can’t get enough of burlap and twine! Love what you did! Happy holiday! My
Inspire Me Heather says
Your trees are lovely, well done! I’ve got this linked to my Christmas trees post too today – happy holidays!
Sandy says
Love these! ~ So adorable and warm looking. Question: Where did you get the brown jingle bells?
Trish & Bonnie @ Uncommon Designs says
Thanks so much! I actually got the Jingle bells at Michaels last year, but I believe they have them again!!
Barbara says
What is the third tree in the picture you didn’t descibe made with? I really like all three!
Trish & Bonnie @ Uncommon Designs says
Barbara »
Hi Barbara! It is a pinecone tree that I purchased several years back! Glad you like them! Happy Thanksgiving!
Andrea says
Where did you find the candlesticks?
Trish & Bonnie @ Uncommon Designs says
I picked the candlesticks up at World market last year!
Teresa says
Since this is SOOOOO Last Year can I have them this year and call it MINE?!?! So Seriously Cute.
I’m trying the jute one and my second will be with books pages… wish me luck! There’s still time to send it overseas… just sayin 😉
Love,
T
Kerry says
Cute! I never thought about paper cones – great idea, I’ll make my own! Just went to Hobby Lobby recently and refused to pay 5 bucks for styrofoam trees. I’m doing the twine trees for my mantle 😉