Fabric Christmas Trees

Step 1

Print out the template and cut out the tree shape.

Step 2

Trace around the tree onto two pieces of fabric with wrong sides together using a tracing pen or light pencil.

Step 3

Sew on the traced lines leaving two inches at the bottom open.

Step 4

Cut out the tree about 1/4 inch from the stitches.

Step 5

Stuff the tree with fiberfill.

Step 6

Cut the dowel rod to the desired length.

Step 7

Paint or stain one end that will show.

Step 8

Insert the rod into the center of the tree and hot glue the opening closed at the base.

Step 9

Use a 6 inch round of burlap to create a sack.

Step 10

Sew basting (loose) stitches all around about 1/2 inch from the edge.

Step 11

Pull the threads to gather the burlap and tie them together.

Step 12

Fill the sack with ground walnut shells, sand, or other similar material.

Step 13

Place the tree into the sack and hot glue the top of the burlap to the dowel.

Step 14

Wrap a piece of twine around the top of the sack and tie it into a bow.