Creating a Charming Ruffled Christmas Tree
It's November and even though I don't start my Christmas decorating until Thanksgiving weekend, I definitely start crafting it much sooner! This is an easy craft that can be completed in less than an hour. Ready? Let's get started! You'll need a few supplies: Styrofoam cone Lace - mine was thrifted Ruffle - also thrifted Pins Glue An old pin or earring - thrifted This post may contain affiliate links. Start by covering your styrofoam cone with lace. I spread glue on the cone and then attached the lace. While that was drying, I cut the ruffle off a vintage slip . Starting at the bottom of the cone, pin the ruffle and wrap it around the base. Cut off the excess. Continue up the cone layering your ruffles. As you get to the top, you may want to trim the ruffles so they are shorter. I had to use a running stitch on the trimmed pieces to help them hold their shape. At the top, run a line of glue... ... and attach a piece of lace trim to finish the edge. Add a vintage e