Topping the Tree: The Sequel

As promised, I have created and documented the process of topping my tree. Here's a sneak peak at the final result:


I first had to shop for a few supplies. I chose various berries, garlands (which I cut to size), and my latest obsession, feathers.

I was lucky enough to hit a 25% off sale.

Here's my boring tree top. I used my handy step ladder to reach. I started by standing on the chair next to the tree. Not a good idea. Myself and the tree just about ended up on the floor. Oops!

My first step was to start placing the various items at the top, extending the stems down so that they would stay put, but not poke out.

I added more and more, until it was nice and full, stepping back regularly to identify any bare spots.

A few of the items stuck out at an odd angle. I just cut them down to size and replaced them in the topper.

I wanted to add a bow to the topper. I held up this gold one, and a plaid one. I went with a plaid as I love plaids, and I thought it was a bit more casual, more in keeping with the look of the tree. As I will post later, my tree has a more a collected over time look, rather than a theme, or matching colours. The informality of the plaid was perfect.

I used a handy bow guide, in an old edition of Country Living magazine.

I am no bow pro, but I think it turned out well. I used wired ribbon, and basically created a number of loops, twisting them after each loop.

I then used wire to hold the bow together, and trimmed the tails.

The finished bow.

Here are a few close ups of the finished product. I am very pleased with the results!

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