Searching for a space-savvy Christmas tree? These DIY mini Christmas tree ideas are perfect for those short on space but full of Christmas spirit! © Provided by Are Media Pty Ltd Searching for a space-savvy Christmas tree? These DIY mini Christmas tree ideas are perfect for those short on space but full of Christmas spirit!

We all dream of having a towering fresh Christmas tree to decorate and tuck presents under but for those that live in small homes or apartments this isn't always practical or even possible.

Because of this, more and more, people are opting for alternative Christmas tree including using smaller potted trees or even getting creative with DIY designs that save them sacrificing their whole living room for the month of December.

So if you're searching for a space-savvy 'tree' that suits the size and style of your home, why not try your hand at one of these decorative DIY Christmas designs.

1. neutral rattan

Rattan is right up there when it comes to trends at the moment. Chances are it's already part of your interior, and if that's the case, why not incorporate it into your Christmas styling too with these minimal rattan Christmas tree cones.

What you need

  • Rattan webbing
  • White thread
  • Scissors
  • Marker pen
  • Paper
  • Tape

Steps

  1. Sketch two lines onto paper to make a right angle. The length of the lines will be the height of your tree.
  2. Tie thread to the end of the marker. Hold the thread in place at the corner of your right angle, extending marker pen to the end of the line. Swing the marker pen to the end of the other line, forming a curved shape as you draw.
  3. Cut shape out and tape to the rattan webbing. Trace shape onto rattan with marker pen, then cut out the rattan shape. Hand-sew the two sides together with thread. Trim the tip to a neat point.

2. stylish spheres

For those that prefer the finer things in life, and perhaps find most Christmas decorations a bit kitsch, this chic and creative Christmas tree design is subtle yet guaranteed to become a talking point. It's so cute, we think you could leave it out all year-round.

What you need

  • Ping pong balls or small tree baubles
  • Hot glue gun
  • Candlestick

Steps

  1. Start by gluing three ping pong balls (or tree baubles) together to form a triangle, then glue a single ball on top – this will form the top point of your tree.
  2. Continue gluing balls below this, checking the shape is even as you go.
  3. Once you are happy with the finished shape, glue your ball tree onto the top of the candlestick.
  4. If you want to make it extra special you could spray ping pong balls any colour you like or buy baubles in matte black, ice blue or deep green.

3. A winter's tale

Christmas is a time filled with magical stories, so before you take that box of old books to the op-shop, why not save a few for this mini paper Christmas tree design. Super chic, this style is ideal for the lover of all things vintage and antique.

What you need

  • An old book (aged edges look great)
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick

Steps

  1. Remove the front and back cover from the book, then cut it in half down the centre of the spine, so you are left with two thinner books.
  2. Take the first page of one of the book halves and fold from the top corner, bringing in to the spine.
  3. Fold same piece towards the spine again. Continue to fold all the pages this way until you have your desired fullness. Repeat with other book half.
  4. To finish, glue both halves of the folded book together and trim the bottom ends so that the tree will sit flat.

4. funky felt

These funky felt Christmas trees can be designed to fit into any aesthetic and look great grouped in a vase on a mantle, incorporated into a Christmas table centrepiece, or even styled into a wreath for your front door. Plus, they make a gorgeous gift as a tree ornament for those lucky enough to have the real thing in their homes.

What you need

  • Paper
  • Scissors
  • Pencil
  • Tape
  • Felt fabric
  • Superglue or hot glue gun
  • Branches

Steps

  1. Draw a Christmas tree shape onto paper, cut out, then tape onto a piece of felt. Cut around template.
  2. Fold the felt tree in half and apply glue down folded edge. Fasten to top of branch and hold in place for 20 seconds until the glue has dried.
  3. Continue these steps all the way around the branch. When all trees applied, tidy up the top by cutting to a neat point and place into a soil-filled pot at varying heights.

5. pot plant pretty

From towering fiddle leaf figs or indoor olive trees to tiny potted pine trees, any kind of indoor plant can be transformed into a Christmas tree - all you need is decorations!

What you need

Small baubles and fairy lights are best for decorating, just be sure not to overload the plant. You could use a small branch from any tree for this project. Conifers or pine trees would work well.

6. mini succulent Christmas tree

This mini succulent Christmas tree is perfect for a tiny home or apartment. The great thing about this DIY project is that you can easily pull it apart and display your cacti and succulents in other creative ways once the festive season is over.

You will need

  • Chicken wire
  • Sphagnum moss
  • Chopstick
  • Pins (floral or sewing - the longer the better)
  • Succulent plant cuttings (We suggest: Echeveria, Aeonium, Crassula, Sempervivum, Sedum, Agave and Cotyledons)

Steps

  1. Create a cone shape with the chicken wire and pin it together.
  2. Fill the wire cone with sphagnum moss, pressing it firmly into the wire so the structure is no longer visible.
  3. Submerge the moss cone in water. Remove from water and allow to drain.
  4. To embed the succulents into the moss, take the chopsticks and make small hole in the moss.
  5. Take a succulent cutting and embed it into the hole, pinning it in place. Repeat this process until the entire structure is covered.
  6. Don't forget to pop a Christmas star at the top of the tree to complete the look!

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