DIY TWIG STAR TREE TOPPER
This DIY twig star tree topper is super easy to create! It makes the perfect finishing touch to this rustic Christmas tree.
Yield: 1
Materials
- 10-15 twigs, cut into 18″ lengths
- Twine or hemp rope
- Hot glue gun
- Glue sticks
- Wire
Instructions
- Start by placing five twigs into a star shape. Then glue the ends together.
- Layer more twigs over the original five, gluing the ends as you go.
- Wrap twine around the joints where the twigs meet. Use hot glue to attach the twine, wrap around the joint, and glue again to fasten.
- Coil a 12″ piece of wire into a spring shape. Glue it to the bottom of the star.
- Place the twig star at the top of your tree.
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Notes
- Dry your twigs before crafting. Fresh ones shrink and crack as they dry, which can ruin your star shape or cause the whole thing to fall apart.
- Add a touch of shimmer by lightly brushing the twigs with metallic gold paint or dusting them with glitter before gluing.
- Use floral wire hidden under the twine for extra sturdiness if your tree topper will be stored from year to year.
- Want a farmhouse vibe? Add a simple burlap bow or some faux greenery behind your star.
- Secure your topper with zip ties for real trees and wire for artificial ones — no more toppling toppers!
- Store your twig star in a shallow box between tissue paper to keep it safe and ready for next year.