Michael’s Dream Christmas Tree Challenge 2013 *Reveal!

 

 AFTER:  (This 7 foot beauty got quite the makeover!)

I’m so excited to reveal my Michael’s Dream Tree! We loved being able to participate again this year. I found all of my items for my tree at Michaels Craft Stores. I love homemade ornaments & below I will share how I made 3 different ones for my Dream Tree.

I LOVE how the blues, silver & white in my new tree design tie into our family room. Sharing all of the details below!

First I started decorating my tree using shinny silver mesh ribbon, silver beaded garland, & blue shiny ribbon. I took each one and wrapped a layer on the tree. The key is to push the ribbon into the the tree. This will give it depth and allow space for ornaments.

I found these adorable frames…just $2 a piece! I LOVE frames on trees but since I didn’t need pink for my tree…I broke out the spray paint.

You can see how I changed the colors to match my tree. I also used Rhonna Designs’ Christmas images to make these mini pictures for the frames. I LOVE that reindeer!

I made mini “silky” pom poms for my tree using 3 inch foam balls I found at Michaels. I followed this easy pom pom tutorial. These add a bit of “Fancy-shmancy” to the tree. I used a 1.5 inch circle as a pattern.

And my favorite ornaments….homemade sunburst mirror ornaments! These were so fun and easy to make! I will be sharing how to make these mini sunburst mirrors next week with the full tutorial.

 

 

I fell in love with these mini ceramic, white, sparkly birds. I just added some clear string to the top and voila…hanging beautiful bird ornaments.

And I topped it off with several of these pretties…feathers and sparkly sprays.

 I truly was blown away at the Christmas decor ideas at Michaels this year! The possibilities were endless! Fun little tidbits to know when shopping at Michaels this holiday season!

·         The Michaels Décor Guide has tons of ideas and projects to make spreading the holiday cheer throughout your house easy. Navigate through the online version, download a copy, or pick up one at your local Michaels!

·         Michaels is offering a holiday helpline this year! Now through Christmas Eve you can call 1-800-MICHAELS Monday through Friday from noon until 5 p.m. CST and be connected directly to Michaels crafting experts. You also can send craft questions via email to [email protected] or by using the hashtag #askmichaels on Facebook and Twitter

·         Need inspiration about what to put under the tree for your kids this year? Check out the Michaels Holiday Gift Guide – with tons of present ideas, including the must-have gift this season, the original Rainbow Loom!

 

 

Looking for more inspiration, be sure to check out all of our dream trees:

Red, Black and White Christmas Tree

Turquoise and Silver Dream Tree

Star of Christmas Dream Tree

White and Gold Dream Tree

Holiday Dream Tree

Winter Wonderland Tree

(This was a Sponsored post by Michaels. All opinions are 100% mine)