I call this my “minimalist” tree card. Art stores like Michael’s have lots of pretty scrapbook paper these days; I prefer ones with a small scale print like this brand.1. Cut strips of paper that are 5" long by 1/2 " wide and follow the folding and chaining technique that is demonstrated on my post “Paper Chains, Gum Wrapper Style” located under the “Craft” label.
2. Fold and chain 6 links for the bottom row of the tree, 4 for the middle row, 2 for the top and 1 for the trunk.
3. Arrange the chain segments as shown on a nice piece of white paper, about 5" x 7" and glue in place. Glue the white paper to a slightly larger colored paper for an accent.
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I adore this tree. Simple but complete! And it's wonderful sometimes for kids to have a project they can complete quickly. I know I need some of those from time to time. Thanks for a great site!
Kimara
www.weefolkart.com
This is lovely--you have a great eye!
Thank you so much. I have been coming to this site since September and never leave without inspiration. I am a volunteer "art" teacher for grades 1- 3 at a small private school. Your site has been so helpful. Tomorrow we tackle the trees and the plan is to add decorations.
Thanks again,
Laura
We did this craft! Photos are at Flickr. We used the 1" by 10" strips, and our tree was so huge we made a poster! :-)
Thanks for sharing Jimmie – I love your poster!! I'm still trying to find other ways of using the chain so if your kids come up with something brilliant, I'd love to know.
I have to share with you how much I love these paper chains! I teach 1st grade and we were able to make these chains on a larger scale (1"x12"). We made your Christmas tree and glued to 8 1/2 by 11" paper. They look superb! Thanks for sharing great directions.
What a nice Christmas tree!
I am surely going to give it a try
I found your tree and its Great! Made me laugh as I remember making this type of chain out of chewing gum wrappers back in the 60's!!! and I still have it.Thanks for a terrific idea for cards!!!
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