I adore how this craft turns simple pieces such as trees, a small house, and fairy lights into a magical scene.
The snowy felt base reminds me of childhood winters when I built little villages under the tree.
Adding cinnamon sticks, a tiny car, or even a sled makes it personal and fun.
It’s one of those projects where you can let your creativity run free, and each version tells its own story.
Materials Needed
- 1 wooden slice base (10-12 inches wide)
- White felt sheet (12 × 12 inches)
- Miniature house with LED light (about 4-5 inches tall)
- 4-6 bottle brush trees (varied sizes, 3-8 inches)
- Fairy lights (1 short strand, battery-operated)
- Tiny accessories: toy sled, mini car, cinnamon sticks, pinecones
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Place your wooden slice on a flat surface and cover it with white felt.
Then trim around the edges to fit neatly, then glue it down to create a snowy base.
Step 2: Position the miniature house at the center or slightly off-center. Make sure the LED light is easy to turn on and off.
Step 3: Arrange bottle brush trees around the house, starting with the tallest at the back and smaller ones near the front for depth.
Step 4: Add fairy lights by weaving them gently through the trees, securing lightly with hot glue if needed.
Step 5: Decorate the scene with small accents, lay cinnamon sticks on one side, place a toy sled on the snow, and scatter pinecones for extra charm.
Step 6: Add a fun touch like a toy car carrying a mini tree on its roof, then step back and admire your winter village glowing under the lights.
Tip:
Swap out the decorations to match the person you’re gifting such as mini pets, initials, or favorite colors make it extra personal.