Hold on. Don’t go anywhere. Did the phrase duct tape scare you a little when paired with holiday decor? Cause I am not going to lie, when I was asked by Scotch Duct Tape to create something for the holidays with Scotch Colors and Patterns Duct Tape I was a little baffled as to what I could do. BUT after a little brainstorming, one idea lead to another and then another. And I am THRILLED with how my two projects turned out!!!
PROJECT #1
I have seen so many versions of Christmas trees made out of the styrofoam cones that I thought I would make my own version using duct tape!
Actually I made two different versions. The first one was two toned. And I unintentionally made a harlequin pattern. I thought it was fun! And I bet you could figure out how to make it a chevron pattern too.
Here is how I did it:
#1 Gather your supplies. I used a styrofoam cone from the craft store and duct tape. I also used scissors. I prefer to cut the tape instead of tearing it.
#2 I don’t work with styrofoam a lot and MAN! It is messy! So I covered the whole thing in a layer of duct tape mainly so it wouldn’t shed everywhere while I was working. But also it helped the other duct tape to stick better.
#3 Cut small pieces of duct tape (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches) Fold thetop edges in to create a point. ***If you always fold down the ripped or cut edge, then you piece will all be the same width. If you fold down the smooth, original edge they will not*** I learned that the hard way and if you look at my two toned tree you can tell they are different sizes.
#4 Start adding the pointed pieces to the bottom and work your way up. stack them off set like a brick pattern.
Project #2
My kids wanted a project they could do. But the tree projects took a long time (at least in kid time!) So this next project was born :) I took the same idea of folding the pieces of duct tape but added them to a styrofoam egg instead. It was much faster to make and it wasn’t as big of a deal if the points all lined up. Perfect for the kids to do!
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Well WHY NOT! I am amazed at what you can create with duck tape! The trees are beautiful. I love how you made it easy too.
So fun and creative! Great idea :)
What a fun idea. Who would have thought you could do so many different thing with duct tape. I love those trees!
SO stinkin’ cute!! What a darling idea!! Would be thrilled if you would link up at my trendy tuesday party!! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2012/12/trendy-tuesday-15.html
I’m so impressed with your duct tape skills!! You can’t even tell its duct tape. Thanks for the great idea!!
oh my heck, stacy..these are the cutest things ever. i’m loading up on duct tape today..especially love that pine cone!:)
I’ve seen those pinecones before, but I never thought of doing them with duct tape. That looks way easier than folding ribbon and attaching it to styrofoam with straight pins!
I have never heard of using ribbon before. But that does seem like it would take a long time. This was under 5 minutes :)
Those trees are really fun! Great idea!
Ashley
I’ll be honest, my first reaction to hearing duct-tape decor was a little scary sounding. However, it looks GREAT! I never would have thought of that on my own, so thank you for the great idea!
I really like the duct tape tree!
Super cute!! I really like the way you combined the shades of green on one of the trees — so pretty :)
Hi, Stacy
This is cleaver! It looks great and great projects for the kids to do as well.
Vanessa
I think my nephews would have a blast with this. Hooray for a new activity idea for the Christmas party!
One of the most fun Christmas crafts that I have done is a Duct Tape. I turn it into a small holy wreath…… :)
So cool! Gotta love duct tape!