Creating your own styrofoam Christmas trees is a delightful way to add a personal touch to your holiday decor. These versatile projects are perfect for upcycling enthusiasts and crafting newbies alike, bringing festive spirit into your home with simplicity and style.
Button Bonanza
Cover your tree with a collection of colorful buttons for a playful, eclectic vibe. This one takes me back to my grandma’s sewing kit, where I’d spend hours sorting through her button collection.
Items that may come in handy:
- Large Assorted Craft Buttons: Decorate your tree with these vibrant buttons for a fun, personalized touch this Christmas.
- Strong Clear Craft Glue: Securely attach buttons to your tree with strong, clear glue for a seamless finish.
- Foam Cone for Crafting: Start your project with a sturdy foam cone, perfect for creating a button-covered tree.
Glittering Elegance
Transform your styrofoam cone into a sparkling masterpiece with some glitter and glue. I remember my first attempt—it was like unleashing a mini snowstorm in my studio, but the shimmering result was totally worth it!
You might like:
- Fine Crafting Glitter: Add a dazzling sparkle to your styrofoam trees with vibrant crafting glitter. Transform your decor!
- Multipurpose Clear Craft Glue: Easily stick glitter to your projects with this reliable and quick-drying clear craft glue.
- Styrofoam Craft Cone: Start crafting with these versatile styrofoam cones, perfect for holiday or seasonal decorations.
Pom-Pom Fun
Attach bright pom-poms all over your tree for a burst of color and whimsy. It’s a project that’s as fun to make as it is to display—trust me, I’ve had pom-poms stuck to my socks for days!
Check these products out:
- Assorted Color Craft Pom-Poms: Add a splash of vibrant color to your tree with these fun and fluffy pom-poms.
- Hot Glue Gun with Glue Sticks: Securely attach your pom-poms with this reliable and easy-to-use hot glue gun.
- Styrofoam Cone for Crafts: Create the perfect base for your pom-pom tree with this durable styrofoam cone.
Candy Cane Delight
Wrap your tree in red and white striped fabric or paint for a candy cane effect. This sweet treat-inspired design is a hit in my home every year.
A few things you might like:
- Red and White Striped Ribbon: Add festive flair to your tree with red and white striped ribbon. Perfect for candy cane designs!
- White Craft Paint: Transform your project with vibrant white craft paint for a perfect candy-themed look.
- Styrofoam Cone Shape: Create stunning displays using a styrofoam cone as the base for your candy cane tree.
Pearl Perfection
Adorn your tree with strings of faux pearls for a touch of elegance. It’s a nod to vintage glamour that never fails to impress.
Try these:
- Faux Pearl Garland: Enhance your tree with elegant faux pearl garlands for a classic vintage touch effortlessly.
- Decorative Pearl Strings: Add sophistication to your decor with delicate pearl strings perfect for holiday elegance.
- Pearl Bead Christmas Garland: Transform your tree with luxe pearl bead garlands, adding charm and timeless beauty.
Painted Patterns
Paint your tree with bold patterns or stripes for a modern twist. I love experimenting with different designs—it’s like giving each tree its own personality.
Might be a good match:
- Acrylic Paint Set: Unleash creativity with vibrant acrylic colors, perfect for customizing your styrofoam tree designs.
- Paintbrush Set for Detail Work: Achieve precision in patterns with this versatile brush set for intricate design work.
- Painters Tape for Crafting: Keep your design clean with painters tape, ensuring sharp lines on your styrofoam tree.
Colorful Confetti
Sprinkle your tree with colorful paper confetti for a festive party atmosphere. It’s one of those projects where the messier it gets, the better it looks!
These products might help:
- Assorted Colorful Paper Confetti: Brighten your tree with vibrant paper confetti for a cheerful and festive touch.
- Decorative Craft Adhesive: Securely attach confetti to your tree with easy-to-use craft adhesive for a lasting effect.
- Styrofoam Tree Form: Create your confetti masterpiece on a sturdy styrofoam tree form for stability and creativity.
Sequin Sparkle
Cover your tree with shimmering sequins for maximum sparkle. I always end up covered in sequins, but it’s so worth it for that dazzling effect.
These products might be useful:
- Assorted Sequin Craft Pack: Give your tree a dazzling finish with these vibrant sequins. Easy and fun to apply!
- Strong Adhesive Glue for Crafts: Ensure sequins stay firmly in place with this reliable adhesive. Perfect for crafting projects.
- Elegant Star Tree Topper: Crown your shimmering tree with this elegant star for a complete festive look.
Minimalist Marvel
Keep it simple with a single color or material for a minimalist look. This approach is perfect for those who appreciate understated elegance in their decor.
Some ideas to consider:
- White Styrofoam Tree Shape: Enhance your decor with an elegant white Styrofoam tree for a minimalist Christmas touch.
- Simple White LED String Lights: Illuminate your minimalist tree with these subtle and elegant white LED string lights.
- Plain White Tree Topper Star: Add a chic finish to your tree with a sleek white star topper for a refined look.
Felted Fantasy
Cover your tree in layers of soft felt for a whimsical touch. The texture and softness remind me of cuddly winter nights by the fireplace.
May just do the trick:
- Assorted Felt Sheets: Bring your cozy tree to life with vibrant felt sheets. Perfect for a whimsical finish.
- Glue Gun with Sticks: Ensure your felt stays secure with this reliable glue gun. Easy crafting, no mess.
- Decorative Pom-Poms: Add fluffy flair to your tree with colorful pom-poms. Enhance the festive feel.

