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Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

DIY Twine String Tabletop Trees

Posted on December 2, 2018February 11, 2022 by sophiebocks

I have been seeing these tabletop trees all over the place, and was dying to buy some. The only thing is they’re quite expensive in stores, and I’ve seen lots of inspiration DIY trees, which made me come up with my own tabletop trees! Below I will show you how to make these tabletop trees and all the supplies you’ll need.

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

These trees are much easier to make than I expected. All I used were old paper bags from the grocery store. I rolled them up into cones then wrapped them with the twine, and they turned out to be super strong and sturdy for just being made from paper bags!

I also added the little red and white buttons to make it seem like ornaments on the trees, but they look just as good without them!

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

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Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

What you’ll need:

  • Paper Bag
  • Thick String/Twine
  • Adhesive/Gloss
  • Buttons (optional)
  • Paint Brush
  • Scissors
  • Tape

Most likely, you already have paper bags, scissors, and tape at home. The other supplies might be tougher to find, so I’ve linked them in the list above.

Step 1: Start by gently pulling off the handle and cutting out the large side of the paper bag. Then begin tightly rolling the piece of the paper bag with one end pointed, like a cone. The photo below shows what I mean.

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

Step 2: Once the whole piece is rolled, tape down the edges to hold it together while you glue on the string.

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Step 3: Now cut the large bottom end of the cone to make it straight so that it can stand up. I’ve noticed using smaller scissors helps a lot with this part.

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Step 4: Now we can start gluing on the twine. Add a good-sized amount of glue to the very top of the cone to get started.

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Step 5: Start wrapping the twine around the paper cone at the top, you may have to overlap the twine at the top to get it to hold while the glue is drying.

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Continue wrapping the twine around the cone, adding glue as you go before you wrap. Try not to wrap it too tightly, or it will start to warp and add ridges towards the end of the paper cone.

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Step 6: Once you get to the end, cut off the twine. You’ll have to overlap it a little in order to keep the bottom even, so add some glue underneath the end, push it down onto the glue, and add some more glue on top to keep it sealed.

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

Step 7: (optional) Now you can start adding any embellishments if you wish. I added these cute snowflake and flower buttons to make it look like ornaments on the tree. I thought it looked just as good without them too. It’s all personal preference! I just wish I had a little star I could add on top as a little tree-topper.

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

I’m so happy with how these turned out, and very glad I didn’t end up buying any in stores when I can make them myself so easily. Hope you guys like them as well!

Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

Shop Supplies Used in this Post:

  • Christmas Wooden Buttons - Pack of 400
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  • These DIY heart ornaments are so fun and easy to make! Learn how to make them with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies you need. There are lots of ways to personalize these ornaments the way you want. They would also make great gifts or stocking stuffers! #crafts #DIY #holidaycrafts #holidayDIY #holidays #Christmas #tree #ornaments #easyDIY #DIYideas #crafting #hearts
    Natural Twine String – Pack of 2
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  • These DIY heart ornaments are so fun and easy to make! Learn how to make them with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies you need. There are lots of ways to personalize these ornaments the way you want. They would also make great gifts or stocking stuffers! #crafts #DIY #holidaycrafts #holidayDIY #holidays #Christmas #tree #ornaments #easyDIY #DIYideas #crafting #hearts
    Crayola Standard Watercolor Paint Brush
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  • Heavy Gel Gloss
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Tabletop trees are so popular for home decor. They're also super easy to make! Making your own tabletop trees is so fun and there's so many ways to personalize your own the way you want. Find out how to make these twine tabletop trees with step-by-step instructions and a list of all the supplies needed. #DIY #holidays #christmas #crafting #crafts #holidaydecor #homedecor #decorations #decor #tabletoptrees #trees #holidayDIY #holidaycrafts #easyDIY #DIYideas

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28 thoughts on “DIY Twine String Tabletop Trees”

  1. Starrcreative says:
    December 2, 2018 at 10:44 am

    Beautiful and eco-friendly!!

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 2, 2018 at 10:49 am

      Thank you! I didn’t even realize these were eco-friendly. Definitely a plus!

      Reply
      1. runn1n90nempty says:
        December 22, 2018 at 7:36 pm

        They are!

  2. DolceVitaNessa says:
    December 2, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    Omg I love this! I have a bunch of twine left over and was wondering what to do with all of it. I’ll try this out!

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 2, 2018 at 10:38 pm

      Thanks! Twine definitely works great for this, I’m sure yours will turn out awesome! 😊

      Reply
  3. gcmolina27 says:
    December 3, 2018 at 8:56 am

    These look great! Definitely something I’d try!

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 3, 2018 at 11:56 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Joselyn Raquel says:
    December 3, 2018 at 4:54 pm

    They come out super adorable, I think I will do some for my mother in law she will love them on her table.

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 3, 2018 at 5:11 pm

      Thanks! I’m sure she will too.

      Reply
      1. Lynda McKinney Lambert says:
        December 14, 2018 at 7:14 am

        they are very pretty. Nice project for the holidays.
        Thank you for visiting my blog as well. It is nice to know about you and your blog.
        I look forward to reading and seeing MORE from you in the year ahead, too.
        Merry Christmas!

      2. s.marsh.c says:
        December 14, 2018 at 9:07 am

        Thank you for the kind comments, and you’re welcome! I’m so happy you like my blog and will follow me along this adventure. Merry Christmas!

  5. Michelle says:
    December 5, 2018 at 8:01 am

    These are so cute!!

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 5, 2018 at 8:10 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. irisc75 says:
    December 5, 2018 at 9:05 am

    This is great! I was looking at them in the store too. You are right they are a bit pricey. I’ll have to this. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 5, 2018 at 9:11 am

      Thanks so much, I’m happy you like them! So easy and much less pricey than the ones in stores.

      Reply
  7. scorpio1987Sajal says:
    December 6, 2018 at 11:32 pm

    Lovely and pretty artwork.

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 6, 2018 at 11:33 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
      1. scorpio1987Sajal says:
        December 6, 2018 at 11:34 pm

        Its my pleasure..Please check my work and share love.!

  8. Cindy L Fortin says:
    December 12, 2018 at 7:41 am

    I like your trees. I just made some of my own using some pie tins of all things. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 13, 2018 at 1:47 pm

      Thanks! How’d you do it with pie tins, might I ask? They must be pretty sturdy! 😊

      Reply
  9. Garden Gal says:
    December 16, 2018 at 4:24 am

    Wow! I have twine and little blue snowflake buttons. These would look cute for January decorations!

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 16, 2018 at 12:02 pm

      Thats so funny what a coincidence! I also never thought about keeping them around all winter, that would be great!

      Reply
  10. thepretendgrownup says:
    December 17, 2018 at 12:35 am

    These are fabulous! 😍 x

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 17, 2018 at 1:25 pm

      Thank you! 😊

      Reply
  11. Babychaser says:
    December 22, 2018 at 5:08 pm

    I’ve been reading through your Christmas-y posts and love all your diy inspiration! I especially love these little trees. I love that they start with paper bag and can be any size! Cute cute cute!

    Glad you liked my cactus… or is it cacti? Whatever. πŸ™‚ Hope to see you around some more! πŸ™‚

    Blessings,
    Babychaser
    mamasbrush.wordpress.com

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 22, 2018 at 5:51 pm

      Thanks so much, I’m happy you like my ideas! The trees are so fun and easy. I really want to try making some with other things, like maybe artificial berries or small ornaments? Your cactus art is awesome, all of your artwork is amazing! Happy holidays! ☺️

      Reply
  12. runn1n90nempty says:
    December 22, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    Love this! Am sharing the link on my next blog post. Merry Christmas! Cath

    Reply
    1. s.marsh.c says:
      December 22, 2018 at 7:42 pm

      Thank you so much! 😊

      Reply

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