Description
This beaded Christmas tree kit makes two sparkling tabletop trees - a 15cm green tree and an 11cm pink tree - by pushing bead-loaded pearl-head pins into foam cones, for $62.59. It comes with 800 pearl-head pins, a green and a pink bead box, two bead mixes, two star toppers and two sorting trays. No glue, wire or tools needed.
Most Christmas craft kits are made in ten minutes and forgotten by Boxing Day. A beaded Christmas tree is the opposite: a slow, relaxing project for an evening or two, and a decoration you will bring out every year because you made it. Pinning beads into foam is easy to learn, forgiving if you change your mind, and the result looks far more expensive than it is.
Specifications
| Makes |
2 trees - green and pink |
| Large tree |
Approx 15 x 6.4cm (5.9 x 2.5in) |
| Small tree |
Approx 11 x 5.6cm (4.32 x 2.2in) |
| Method |
Thread beads onto pearl-head pins and push them into the foam cone |
| Materials |
Foam cones, pearl-head pins, faux-pearl resin and acrylic crystal beads |
| Trays |
2 sorting trays, approx 9.7 x 5.5cm |
| Skill level |
Beginner friendly - no tools or glue |
What's in the Box
| 2 x |
Foam cones (large and small) |
| 800 x |
Pearl-head pins |
| 1 + 1 |
Pink star topper and green star topper |
| 2 x |
Bead mix bags (pink and green) |
| 2 x |
Divided bead boxes (pink and green) |
| 2 x |
Bead sorting trays |
| Not included |
Fairy lights, candles and the other decorations shown in the photographs |
Why This Christmas Craft Kit Works
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Two trees in one kit - a full-size green tree and a smaller pink one.
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No tools or glue - beads go on a pin, the pin goes into the foam.
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Relaxing to make - a calm, satisfying craft for an evening or two.
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Easy to fix - pull a pin out and move it if you change the pattern.
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Keeps for years - a handmade decoration that comes out every Christmas.
How Do You Make a Beaded Christmas Tree?
Tip a small amount of beads into a sorting tray. Thread one or two beads onto a pearl-head pin and push it firmly into the foam cone, starting at the bottom and working round and up. Mix sizes and colours as you go so the tree looks full, keep the pins close together so no foam shows, and finish by pushing the star topper onto the point.
How Long Does a Beaded Christmas Tree Take?
Plan on two to four hours for the large tree and a little less for the small one, depending on how densely you pin. Many people make one tree per evening while watching a Christmas film. There is no drying time, so the tree is ready to display as soon as the last pin goes in.
Is It a Good Christmas Craft Kit for Adults?
Yes. It is designed for adults and teens who enjoy a mindful craft, and it suits a girls' night, a Christmas craft afternoon with older kids, or a gift for someone who loves making things. Younger children can help choose beads, but the pins are sharp, so an adult should do the pinning.
Buyers are typically adults who enjoy relaxing Christmas crafts, gift buyers shopping for a crafty friend or mum, teens making their own room decorations, and craft groups planning a Christmas session.
See our Christmas range, craft and sewing supplies, craft ideas and more gift ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trees does it make?
Two - a large green tree and a smaller pink tree.
How tall are the trees?
About 15cm and 11cm.
Do I need glue or tools?
No. Beads are threaded on pins and pushed into the foam cones.
How many pins are included?
800 pearl-head pins.
Does it light up?
No. Lights shown in some photos are not included. You can wrap a battery fairy light around the finished tree.
Is it suitable for kids?
It is best for teens and adults. The pins are sharp and the beads are small.
Can I make my own colour scheme?
Yes. Mix the beads from both colour sets however you like.
Fast Australian Shipping
We ship from within Australia to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin, as well as to regional addresses in every state and territory. Orders are dispatched promptly on business days and tracking is provided once your parcel is on its way.
Colours may vary slightly from the photographs. Contains sharp pins and small parts - not suitable for children under 8 years. Adult supervision recommended.
