Here's the ornament display tree I built yesterday. The ornaments really shine on the display and when they hit each other they clink like a wind chime. I painted the display a cedar brown color so I can use it year round. I need to apply a second coat of paint. The 2 x 2 could have been sanded for a more finished effect. This tree can hold lots of ornaments; I need to make more to fill up the tree. Even with the weight of the ornaments the tree is very sturdy.
Around the base I've placed some burlap fabric I had on hand. At the base I've placed some heart, star, and a teddy bear pendants strung on leather cord. Placing pendants under the tree allows for a double display. I think I'll sew a skirt to place under the tree with velcro to hold the seam together on one side. Thanks for reading and for all your comments.
Very nice, and just in time.
ReplyDeleteLovely ideas.
ReplyDeleteLooks good, I think a tree skirt would make it perfect.
ReplyDeleteLooks great Linda!
ReplyDeleteYour ornament tree looks great with them hanging on it. These are going to be good sellers for you, I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteGood design...and the light colored burlap does set off the clay colors...so when you make the skirt, be sure it's not detracting!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it. And suspect that you could have a sideline in building ornament trees...
ReplyDeleteHi Joanne, thanks, for once I'm ahead of the game. Ha.
ReplyDeleteHi Gigi, thanks, it's amazing the ideas one can find on the internet.
Hi Lori, thanks, I'll have to look around for my sewing machine and dust it off.
Hi Pam, thanks, it was so easy to make too.
Hi Barbara, thanks, I sell them all year round but having them on a tree will really catch people's eye.
Hi Barb, thanks, good advice I may just stick with the burlap fabric, it's nice and neutral.
Hi Sue, thanks, I have enough two by two to make more but not sure I would want to make these trees for others too boring for me. Ha.
Hi Linda! This post makes me feel Christmasy!!! :)
ReplyDeleteVery nice way to display your ornaments. It really looks charming and eye-catching!
ReplyDeleteYour tree came out great!
ReplyDeleteHi Keith, thanks, tis the season. Ha.
ReplyDeleteHi Charlene, thanks, I am so glad I googled for this as it was so lucky to find and easy to build.
Hi Michele, thanks, I laughed when you posted about your gingerbread men.