Christmas tree of cones. We make an ornamental tree

Almost after each walk in the park, where there are coniferous trees, children carry home bumps. Such a natural material is great for making various crafts. It can be toys, souvenirs, decor elements. In this article, we'll talk about how a Christmas tree made of cones is made. Such a product can be a good alternative to a living conifer on the eve of New Year's holidays. To your attention master-classes in which it is told about technology of performance of fur-trees from fruits of a pine are presented. So, we study information, look at photos and charge ourselves with a portion of inspiration.

Preparatory stage

Before you proceed directly to the execution of the craft "Christmas tree of cones, you need to arm all the necessary materials and tools. Fruits of pine clear of dust and dirt, wipe them with a damp cloth. Sort the cones to fit: from small to large. In addition, you will need scissors, a thermo gun, gouache paints or aerosol, PVA glue, A-3 cardboard, adhesive tape, a piece of plywood with a size of 50x50 cm, paper (newspapers, old notebooks).

How to make a Christmas tree out of cones? We study the step by step instructions

1. From the cardboard we twist the cone. The edge is sealed with adhesive tape. We flatten the bottom of the workpiece so that the part is stable.
2. From another sheet of cardboard we cut out a circle whose diameter coincides with the circumference of the lower part of the cone.
3. Inside the product we put crumpled paper, we seal the bottom. The basis for the craft "Christmas tree of cones" is ready. We install it on the plywood and proceed to fixing the natural material.
4. On the lower part of the cone, around the circle, glue the large pine fruit with a thermo-pistol. The next row is made up of smaller cones. Closer to the top we attach small copies of these gifts of nature.
5. Examine the tree, and if your tree of cones has voids between fruits, fill them with chestnuts, acorns or nuts.
6. You can decorate the product with gouache paints of green color. Imitation of snow can be created with the help of white paint or, glued to the cones crushed foam. Very elegant and original will look like a Christmas tree, painted with a silvery or golden spray. Allow the product to dry completely.

In height, this composition is approximately 35-50 centimeters. It can be placed in the center of the festive table or on the shelf of the cabinet. On the eve of New Year's holidays decorate it with toys, bows, garlands.

A small Christmas tree made of cones (a hand-made souvenir)

This version of the tree is performed only from one pine fruit. To make a souvenir, cook rice, food coloring green, glue, a piece of plywood 10x10 cm, beads, wrapping paper.

Dye dilute the water according to the instructions, dip the rice solution into the solution for a few seconds, and then dry it. Plywood wrap with wrapping paper, center the stick. Lubricate all the flakes with glue on it and cover them with rice. When the product dries, zadekoriruyte its bright beads. That's all, a small decorative Christmas tree is ready. Such a souvenir can be an original gift for relatives and friends.