Sunday, November 28, 2010

Tree Topper

Today I have been working on the tree topper.  Instead of a traditional tree topper I am making my own.  Just about every tree I have seen in decor stores lately have had a tree topper done in this fashion.  Here is my before bare tree top.

 I have now added two glittered oak leaf floral picks.  I found these at Hobby Lobby and got them 50% off.  Along with these two picks I have spray painted two twigs gold and added them in and tied them to the tree top with wire. I am not sure I have enough twigs at this point.

Here, I have added a very large bow made with a 2-inch wired floral ribbon.  I purchased three spools of this ribbon from a floral shop after Christmas last year and got it at 50% off.  You can find out how to make a great florist's bow at Sue's blog I Need Mom!
This link will take you right to the bow making tutorial.  I made all my bows this way this year and they turned out really pretty!   

I spray painted a few more twigs and added them to the top.  This look is more what I was going for.  Looks festive without looking too busy.  The rest of the tree isn't finished but, I will keep working on it.  Progress has been slow but steady.
I will join these wonderful sites, go and visit them.
Metamorphosis Monday at Between Naps on the Porch
Show Off Your Cottage Monday at The House in the Roses
Make It For Monday  at Cottage Instincts
Before and After Party  at Savvy Southern Style
Re-Party at First a Dream 
Just Something I Whipped Up  at The Girl Creative
Market Yourself Monday at Sumo's Sweet Stuff
Amaze Me Monday  at Dittle Dattle

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