Instructions No. 4110
Difficulty: Beginner
Working time: 30 Minutes
Arrange a metal Christmas tree as a “ christmas decoration ” ( chain of light ) Gather the metal Christmas tree on a wooden base, several tree slices, a fine chain of light, some hot glue, figurines, eucalyptus , and a side cutter. This way, you can work without interruption and finish the “ christmas decoration ” in 15–30 minutes.
1. Glue the tree slices on top of each other in a staggered pattern First, place the tree slices loosely on the table and slide them around to create a small, stepped landscape. Stacking them in this way ensures that you’ll have different levels later on for the metal tree, figures, and greenery—this makes the decoration look more three-dimensional and like a small Christmas arrangement. Once you’re happy with the arrangement, use hot glue to secure the tree slices in place at specific points. Press each slice down briefly to ensure it sits securely.
2. Position and align the metal Christmas tree Place the metal Christmas tree on the largest or middle level of your tree discs. Make sure the wooden base rests flat and the tree stands straight. This precise alignment is important so that the chain of light runs evenly later and the christmas decoration looks neat and high-quality.
3. Wrap the chain of light around the metal tree and secure it. Wrap the chain of light from the bottom up around the metal outline of the fir tree. Secure the chain of light in one or two inconspicuous spots with a small dab of hot glue. This will prevent it from slipping if you move or transport the object later. Let the glue cool briefly before continuing.
4. Place the figures on the tree slices Place the figures on the front layers of the tree slices. The staggered arrangement automatically creates a small scene that highlights the metal Christmas tree as the centerpiece. If you’d like, secure the figures with a tiny dot of hot glue to keep them steady—especially handy if the “ christmas decoration ” is sitting on a windowsill or a sideboard.
5. Trim the “ eucalyptus ” and arrange it as a natural accent Trim the “ eucalyptus ” to the appropriate lengths using wire cutters. Then loosely arrange the branches between the tree discs and around the figurines. “ eucalyptus ” adds a calm, natural touch to the “ christmas decoration ” and blends wood, metal, and light into a harmonious whole.
6. Finishing Touches: Check the Lighting and Finalize the Arrangement Turn on the chain of light and check whether the light is evenly distributed around the metal Christmas tree. If necessary, adjust individual coils until the light beautifully outlines the tree. Then check the balance: a bit more of the figurine scene in the foreground, the glowing tree in the background—this makes the decorative metal arrangement look especially Christmassy and tidy.
Now it’s your turn: Browse the online shop for matching tree slices, “ chains of lights, ” figures, and greenery for your “ christmas decoration ” and put together an arrangement that perfectly matches your style.