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How to Make a Scrap Fabric Tree Ornament

This rustic scrap fabric tree ornament is easy enough for any age crafter to make to give or to keep this holiday season. These are fun, last minute ornaments to make with the kids. Learn how easy it truly is...
Total Time5 minutes

Equipment

  • hot glue gun and glue
  • scissors

Materials

  • 3-4 scrap fabrics I used a section from an old pillowcase with leopard print
  • 2-3 different scrap ribbons any leftover pieces you have from making bows or wrapping gifts
  • 1 small 4-6" stick from the yard or a cinnamon stick
  • 1 embellishment for the star I used some bling, but you can also use buttons, or old jewelry pieces--get creative and have fun with it

Instructions

  • Cut out a small square section of the fabric.
  • Snip small 1/2-1" sections and rip into approximately ten 5-6" strips.
  • Cut approximately six equal pieces of each of the scrap ribbons.
  • Tie the fabric strips and the ribbons in a single knot around the stick or trunk of the "tree" alternating colors between each one.
  • Lay the tree down and flatten out the fabrics and ribbon until they're fairly flat.
  • Using scissors trim the scrap fabrics and ribbons at an angle up each side of the stick until it resembles the shape of a tree.
  • Add the embellishment to the top with a little hot glue.
  • String an additional ribbon or twine through the embellishment for hanging.