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Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own Christmas tree skirt? Well, now you can! There are many attractive skirts sold in stores around the holidays, but sometimes, you may find that you just can't find the one that would be best suited for your home. In these instances, you may elect to make your own! Keep in mind that the directions listed here are simply basic ones intended to act as a guide.
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The skirt that you create will depend upon the size that you desire. You should purchase up to about six and a half yards of fabric, some lace for the trimming, and some thread. I will instruct you on how to make your own Christmas Tree Skirt with these materials.
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The first thing that you will want to do is measure the amount of space that you want your Christmas tree skirt to cover. Now that you have your measurements, you will want to measure off the fabric in a circular shape. You should then carefully cut it to reflect this shape. Be sure that when you do, you cut a slit in it so that it can be wrapped around the tree appropriately.
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Next, you will want to take out the sewing machine, and thread it with the color thread that matches the fabric that you are using. You will want to actually turn the fabric with the inside facing out and then sew it like this, leaving about a three to six inch slit open.
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Now, you should visit your local department store and go to the craft section. You will want to look for small, soft mesh bags of potpourri that smell like pine, cinnamon, and other Christmas scents. You should purchase no more than two separate scents to place in the Christmas tree skirt. When you get home, simply slide in the scents and sort of mash them down so that the do not bulge out. You may even choose to empty them out.
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Then, you will want to sew up a couple of inches, and leave a slot of about one inch. Be sure to turn it outside on the out prior to putting in the scent! Next, apply a small piece of Velcro and close it. You now have a Christmas tree skirt that not only reflects the design that you choose, but that also has a special scent. You should then outline it with lace, and you are done!
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Christmas is a time for us to celebrate and it is also the time that we have to do many chores and preparations for the house and for our love ones. Writing all the list of names of those we intend to give gifts, the food preparation and of course the in and out decorations of the house.
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When choosing a Christmas tree skirt, consider if you want to it to be the center of attention by choosing a bright colored and patterned design or simply a background for your tree with a plain colored tree skirt.
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Before putting the skirt you should place the tree to its position and the water reservoir. Then put in the ornaments, garlands and install the lights. Sweep the floor for any pine needles and finally carefully place your Christmas tree skirt.
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You can be creative with your tree skirt and choose your skirt according to the theme of your house. You can also use quilts, calicos, fleeces, patchwork quilt fabrics and burlaps.
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To make a simple Christmas tree skirt, you can simply cut a piece of fabric with a simple print, taffeta or a lush velvet about 4 to 5 yards long. Tuck all ends and edges in. in this way you can wash it easily when it becomes dirty and change the skirt to have different look.
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Also take consideration if the skirt if will be covered with gifts most of the time so you wont be spending a lot of money on your skirt. In this case you can use anything you have in your house to use as a tree skirt like quilts, table cloth, bedspreads, sheets, leftover upholstery or fabric, blankets, drapery panels, fleece or chenille throws. You ca also use felt tree skirts.
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Choose the heaviest and your favorite felt available. Cut the largest circle that you can and then cut a line from the edge to the center of the circle. After cutting a line cut a small circle in the center to make a hole that will fit to the tree trunk. An average tree will need a hole with a diameter of 4-7". You can add small ornaments, beads, felt cutouts and appliqués to make it more customize.
