No Sew Tree Skirt Tutorial
In case you didn’t know, well I don’t sew. That’s not totally true. I could sew if I had a sewing machine. The last time I used a sewing machine was 1980 something when I was in high school. I can get pretty pretty creative without using a sewing machine. This new sew tree skirt is super easy and thrifty to make.
Supplies needed:
- Painters canvas
- Decorative trim
- Glue gun
- Scissors
You will need to know the width of your tree before starting. I know not everyone has a faux tree like I do. Take a tape measure and measure from the trunk of your tree to the outer part of your tree. You can also cheat if a friend has a tree skirt or if you have an old one that you are replacing because that can be your template. If you have an existing tree skirt you can use it as a template and just trace it. If not measure as I shared above. I hope that this makes sense as I explain.
Next take your piece of fabric and fold it into a square then fold it into a rectangle. Cut the base of your circle the widest end in a semi-circle. Then on the tip or the pointy part of your triangle cut out a semi-circle. Don’t make this too large. This will base of your tree trunk opening. Unfold your skirt and cut an opening.
If you’re using an old skirt as a template you just need to trace it as I did with mine. Make sure you have enough fabric as in the same size as your tree skirt template. Then cute around the tree skirt shape. I didn’t pin my template to my piece of fabric, I just placed the tree skirt on top of the fabric and cut out the shape.
As you can see it’s not perfect and that’s okay. Can you see the opening and slit? Make sure you do this so you can fit it around your tree. Now it’s time to embellish our no sew tree skirt.
Using your hot glue gun apply glue to the edge of your tree skirt and start applying your lace. Keep working around your entire tree skirt.
You can add one layer or two. It depends on the trim that you have and the look that you want. This is super easy to make. If you are on a tight budget check out the fabrics at a thrift store and even look at the sheets or tablecloths. Hope you find this helpful if you are without a sewing machine as I am.
Your tree is beautiful! I love the banner you made. Thanks for sharing the tutorial. I’ve seen those music rolls before and always wondered what could be done with them. Now I know! Your tree skirt turned out nice too. I also like to use fabric glue. Have you tried that? It doesn’t burn your fingers and allows you to wash your piece once it’s done. That’s what I often use since I don’t sew either.
Thank you so much Kelly! Oh yes I do use that glue too,but I love how instant glue from the glue gun is.It dries super fast 🙂
How cute! I love your tree, just perfect with the lace and burlap!
Thank you Melanie!
Your tree looks great! I especially love that banner—hmmm–maybe I need to do one this year!
Thank you Sandy! It was super easy…I think I was done in like…..5 or 10 minutes!
such a pretty tree, anne:) the wrapping and skirt lace is adorable and i LOVE the banner!
Thank you so much Lynn!
Love your tree Anne. So pretty. The banner is awesome and love the tree skirt. Love all your pretty packages under the tree too. I am getting close to being done with my decor too. Earlier the better to keep the holidays stress free!
Kris
Yes I agree Kris get it down now and enjoy it all,because before you know it,…it will be over! Thanks so much for your sweet comments my sweet friend.
Your tree is so beautiful. Love the sparkle of the stars, and the banner and the skirt I could just keep on going . . .
((HUGS)) Jo
Your so sweet Joanne,thank you!
Hi Anne,
I love all your creations! Your tree is looking beautiful!
Thank you for sharing with us the tutorials!
Blessings,
Wendy
Thanks so much Wendy!
Thank you so much Wendy!
Very pretty, Anne. That is a gorgeous tree and I envy you your early start..Happy Wednesday..Judy
Thank you Judy! Yes even with an early start I am still trying to get things done LOL.
Love it all but Kitty BEST OF ALL! Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas!
LOL you spotted our cat Jackie…yes she loves to photo bomb me :-).It feels like January so she has been laying on a vent underneath that cabinet to keep warm.
I really like the lace on the tree skirt. Also the wrapping paper on the packages. Is that printed lace with a real lace bow? Or did you wrap your packages in lace also? So pretty!
Thank you Kathleen! Both,the paper does have lace on it,and I also added a lace bow just out of lace trim I had.