Create a fresh cut to the trunk, then place it in the tree stand filled with water ASAP. Don’t delay this, otherwise the sap will seal the trunk and it won’t drink up water. And of course, the major perks are, faux trees don’t require watering, so you can put them up much earlier and leave them up for much longer. And you only pay for it once. How to prepare a faux Christmas tree

You’ll want your chosen tree skirt base to be at least slightly bigger than the size of the tree stand. But for a traditional tree skirt made out of just fabric, you may want the fabric to reach the perimeter of the tree branches for added visual weight.Save money on Christmas tree skirts by making your own! These 20+ DIY wood Christmas tree skirt ideas are inexpensive, unique, and pretty easy to make. Most even work after the tree is up! Find each tutorial here. Here’s one for the junk or antiques collector! Some real tree branches were cut, then added to puff up a little artificial tree top, then inserted into an antique applesauce maker, creating this simple tree skirt idea! So let’s start with a rundown of how I prepare a real or faux Christmas tree before I decorate it, then I’ll share a lineup of 20+ tree skirt ideas I’ve personally made or used!

However, if you arereturning the product(s) due to a fault, the return costs will be borne by us, the merchant.But one thing I do without fail is to recut the trunk once home. This is because the trunk sap can seal the trunks from taking in water which is required for them to stay safe. How to prepare a real Christmas tree This rustic tree skirt offers a snowy look! The corner supports resemble sandbox supports but really add to the detailing! Made to complement realistic Christmas trees, these wooden Christmas tree skirts provide the perfect foundation for any festive scene. They also pair spectacularly well with our red and gold Christmas tree decoration sets. Love the idea of reclaimed wood Christmas trees? Make the stands into cute present bases that not only act as unique tree skirts, they weight the wooden Christmas trees nicely too! This Christmas tree porch sign showcases a simple stenciled tree stand, but the added vintage crate filled with decorations finishes this tree skirt off nicely!

A few wooden shapes became unique DIY Christmas trees with the perfect industrial touches of chains, rusty washers and more! However it’s the rusty gear bases that make a major indistrial statement, plus add weight needed! Sturdy, long lasting and luxurious, these wooden tree skirts will last just as long as your tree so are a wise investment over flimsier alternatives. As an added bonus, they fold up and will fit in your tree storage bag!

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The major perks are the thrill of the hunt, their fragrance, you get a new tree shape each year, and of course, they look real! It’s a given you get some needles that will require cleaning up now and then, but I think the pros greatly outweigh the cons myself. If you want your tree to do all the talking, here’s a super simple and clean wood tree skirt that is further enhanced with beefed up corner supports. Add burlap to cover the tree stand and it’s as rustically cute as can be! Some add additives in the tree water to keep them fresher longer, however I myself have always just topped up the water each morning.

Faux trees are pretty easy! You take them out of storage, fluff up the branches, add lights if not pre lit, add your tree decorations and ornaments and plug it in! The perks of a faux Christmas tree A stenciled Christmas tree image with pattern makes a pretty neat decoration! However, to make the Christmas sign pop, a 3D added crate was added to the base of the tree so you can fill it with Christmas cards or decorations! This little faux Christmas tree forest includes an IKEA crate that serves as a Christmas Trees signs and tree skirt base! A few cut triangles became the cutest and simplest pencil Christmas trees, however it’s the faux snow filled toolbox that finishes off this statement perfectly! Easy to move around too! The tree skirts can be easily added after your tree has already been erected, so don't worry that you will need to take the tree down to start all over again.

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I’m always fascinated with every Christmas tree I see. No two are ever alike and there’s no such thing as a tree done wrong. All Christmas trees are beautiful in their own right and what’s not to love about the evening glow of lights? The best perk I say! My fav Christmas tree ideas: Since we’re on the topic of all things Christmas tree skirt ideas, I thought I’d also add what I did with some smaller DIY Christmas trees and their own unique skirt ideas too! These smaller trees make fabulous porch signs, all the way to compact festive shelf sitters!