Evergreen Tree

Use dies or punches to create a miniature paper tree.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Cut a 4” x 2 1/2” piece of cardstock. Mark the top center of the cardstock at 1 1/4”. Draw lines from the top center to the bottom corners.

   

2. Step 2

   Cut both sides of the cardstock to form the triangle for the tree.

   

3. Step 3

   Start at the top of the tree and attach the first punched branch straight up using Glossy Accents.

   

4. Step 4

   Attach the second branch to the left.

   

5. Step 5

   Attach the third branch to the right.

   

6. Step 6

   Repeat the pattern - one center, one left and one right - for three rows down.

   

7. Step 7

   Continue the one center, but add equal additional branches left and right on each side as the tree widens.

   

8. Step 8

   Stop the pattern at the bottom of the tree.

   

9. Step 9

   Turn the last row of branches down and tuck the ends in behind the upper row of branches.

   

10. The tree is now ready to decorate with small die cuts, flowers, ribbon, etc.

    

11. Step 10

    Use the completed tree to decorate a card or other project.

    

Video!

Your Turn

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