Felt Christmas Tree

Apparently to get back at me for suggesting the Turkey Oreo cookie making, Emily decided our next project would be these felt Christmas trees, which are actually very cute! So here it is...

Actually this was pretty easy to make! Umm let's see who reads my blogs? Can you tell me whose heads those are in the bottom of my picture?

So here is what you do...

You need:
Around 12 pieces of pre cut felt (I think it is like 10x12) in varying colors of green if you wish
A foam cone (mine is a medium one, not sure the measurements but bigger cones need more felt)
Straight pins
Pinking shears
Small ornaments if you so wish
A tiny tree topper ( I cut a star out of glittery foam)

Cut each of your felt pieces into 12 circles using pinking shears...I believe my circles were 2.5-3 inches in diameter but I know I got twelve out of each piece of felt.

Once your circles are cut, fold a circle in half and then in half again (so it is kind of cone looking). Pin the folded circle at the bottom of your cone to start a row.  The open end of your folded circle should be facing out.  When creating rows, place the folded circles close together in the row but when you start a new row move up the cone a little more than half of an inch. If you don't your rows will get smooshed.  Once your cone is covered you can pin in ornaments and put on a topper!


Here is the link from Family Circle with other pictures and a few more directions....and a circle template!!
http://www.familycircle.com/family-fun/christmas/decorating/felt-holiday-crafts/?page=11