3 Fall Topiary Trees Craft

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As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, it’s time to bring the cozy vibes of fall into your home with some harvest-inspired decor. One fun and easy way to do this is by creating Styrofoam cone trees adorned with fake acorns for a touch of rustic charm. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make these adorable decorations that will add a festive flair to any room in your house. So grab your glue gun and get ready to craft your way into autumn!
Love this tutorial - it has a video to make it very easy! This fall decor DIY idea is great for mantles and other nooks and in the home.

Harvest Home Decor and the Fall Season

As the crisp autumn air rolls in and leaves start to paint the landscape in hues of gold and rust, it’s time to bring a touch of harvest charm into your home. Embrace the cozy vibes of fall with DIY decor that captures the essence of the season. Today, we’re diving into the world of Harvest Home Decor by creating three stunning Fall Topiary Trees Craft using Styrofoam cones and fake acorns. Let’s get crafty and transform your space into a warm haven filled with nature-inspired beauty!

For this project you will need:

3 foam cones of various sizes
Artificial Fall Maple
Fake Tree bark roll
Small berry garland
Candle wrap or berry garland
fake acorns
Art Acrylic Paint Brown
Straight Pins

Tree 1: Creating Autumn Leaves Tree -Adding Fake Leaves with Pins

This step adds a touch of autumn charm by incorporating fake leaves onto your Styrofoam cone.

Start by selecting an assortment of artificial leaves in varying shades of red, orange, and yellow. Using small pins, attach the leaves to the cone starting from the bottom and working your way up. The pins will securely hold the leaves in place while giving your tree a realistic foliage look.

As you add each leaf, be mindful of spacing and layering to create a full and visually appealing topiary tree. Feel free to mix different leaf shapes and sizes for added texture and dimension.

Continue this process until the entire cone is covered with vibrant fall foliage. Step back often to admire your work in progress and make any adjustments as needed before moving on to the final touches for a stunning harvest home decor piece!

Tree 2: Aspen inspired – Covering with Fake Bark

Are you ready to kick off your fall home decor with some DIY magic? Let’s start by creating the base of our Styrofoam cone tree, giving it a natural look with fake bark.

Grab your materials – styrofoam cones, brown paper or fabric for bark, and glue. Begin by cutting the paper or fabric into strips to wrap around the cone. Secure it with glue as you go along, making sure to overlap for a textured effect.

As you cover the cone, think about how real trees have variations in their bark texture. Add extra layers where needed and crinkle some parts for an authentic appearance. Don’t worry about perfection; imperfections add character!

Once your cone is fully covered and dried, step back and admire your handiwork. The faux bark gives a rustic touch that sets the stage for more autumnal decorations to come.

Tree 3: Crafting the Final Tree – Covering with Fake Acorns

Now, onto the final touch of our fall topiary trees – covering them with fake acorns! This step brings warmth and charm to your harvest home decor.

Start by painting the base of the tree a brown color then gather your faux acorns, ensuring they are varied in size for a realistic look. Using a hot glue gun, carefully attach the acorns to the tree, starting from the bottom and working your way up.

The process might seem meticulous at first, but once you see those little acorns adorning your tree like nature’s own creation, it’ll all be worth it. The texture and earthy tones of the acorns against the green leaves and bark create a visually stunning contrast.

Don’t be afraid to get creative with placement – mix up sizes and cluster some together for a more organic feel. Step back frequently to admire your work in progress and make adjustments as needed until you achieve that perfect cozy fall vibe.

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