A handful of twigs becomes a forest, and a few soft pom-poms turn into ornaments when arranged with care.

This tree art captures the heart of Christmas, simple, handmade, and touched by nature.

The wooden backdrop frames it beautifully, like a piece of winter captured indoors.

Hanging this on your wall or gifting it to a loved one feels like offering more than just a decoration, it’s a piece of the season, stitched together with time, love, and the laughter of crafting moments.

Materials Needed

• Small sticks or twigs (cut into lengths forming a tree shape)
• Craft board or wooden pallet background (approx. 12”×16”)
• Assorted pom-poms in winter colors (blue, white, silver)
• Mini wooden star
• Craft glue or hot glue gun
• White foam snowflake cutouts
• Scissors and ruler

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Gather small sticks and cut them into lengths, starting short for the top and longer as you go down to form a triangle tree shape.

Step 2: Arrange the sticks on your wooden board, leaving even spacing between each. Once you’re happy with the shape, glue them down firmly.

Step 3: Add pom-poms as ornaments, mixing sizes and colors for a snowy, festive look. Then place a star at the very top for a finishing touch.

Step 4: Glue foam snowflakes around the board to frame the tree and give it a frosty background.

Step 5: Let everything dry completely before displaying it on a wall or mantel.

Tips:

You can swap pom-poms for buttons, beads, or even painted acorns if you want a more natural twist.

This project is a wonderful way to bring kids into the holiday decorating fun.