Handmade Christmas décor is a great way to add a personal touch to Christmas decorations. Burlap gives this Joyful Christmas Tree a rustic feel, while patterned paper gives it a modern twist.
Made by: Samantha Taylor
Time: 20 - 30 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Size: 8 1/2" x 11"
Here's what you need:
- Glue Dots® Craft Dots™
- Glue Dots® Pop Up Dots™
- Burlap with paper backing
- We R Memory Keepers Silver & Gold 6" x 6" paper pad
- We R Memory Keepers Mini Alphabet Punch Board
- 8 ½" x 11" frame
- Sharpie Paint Pen White
Here's what you do:
Cut burlap to frame size.
Make letters to spell "joyful" from patterned paper.
If desired, trace around letters with a paint pen.
Attach letters to burlap with Craft Dots.
Cut a small star and trunk for the tree. Attach the trunk with Craft Dots and attach a star with Pop Up Dots.
Customize this piece to your décor style easily by changing out the patterned paper. You can also use an alphabet punch, stencils, or die cutting machine to create your letters. This Joyful Christmas Tree will be a great addition to your holiday décor this year!
~Samantha
My name is Samantha Taylor and I have a passion for combining crafting and creativity to beautify life. I live in a small town in rural Iowa with my husband and 2 boys (all 3 of whom you’ll see featured in my projects). I’m a paper crafting fanatic who also loves photography. I enjoy making lay outs, cards, mini albums and home decor items, party decorations, and crafting with my kids. My favorite thing about crafting is getting to connect with so many people all over the world who also love creating pretty things and preserving memories. You can find more from me at www.taylorstamped.blogspot.com. I am so excited to share with you my love for the many uses of Glue Dots®!