My last Christmas Tree Lot sold quickly. I am happy to say it went to a very good home. Someone I know who will enjoy it for many years. So today I began a new tree lot. This one has a different style of building. This is how far I got on Day 1. I made and painted four new bases the day before, so I had one of those ready for this Christmas tree lot.
I began by drawing a pattern. I did make a few minor changes to the pattern as I worked with it, but it’s basically the same as when I started.
This is how they all start…by cutting the pattern from poster board.
Folded and ready to glue together.
The roof is a piece of cardboard, with one side removed to show the corrugation.
I scored one side to make a peak for the roof.
Cutting window frames.
After painting the pieces, I like to pin the house to a piece of foam core so the walls dry straight rather than bowed.
While the house and roof dried, the window frames and the door were painted. I give the pieces two coats of paint and then glitter them while the second coat of paint is still wet.
The roof, window frames and door are glued on and the window panes have been glued to the inside.
Pinning down the building. This step is fun. Now I feel like it’s coming together.
I decided to make the fence from cinnamon sticks.
It snowed!
Day 2. After pondering the next step, I decided to add a garland to the cinnamon stick fence.
Trees, a snowman, a sign and some wreaths add the necessary detail.
Photographed for Etsy.
A cheerful glow…
I hope you liked this one. As always, fun to make! I’m glad I have an outlet for these, so I can keep making more!
I have set a goal for myself of making some tutorial videos. Step by step guides for making Putz houses, bases, fences, etc. I have to get past the bustle of Christmas, then New Years, and then some recuperation time. Then practice, practice, practice. It may take a while to get a final product I like, but when it’s time to post them to YouTube, I will let you know!
~~Rhonda