Christmas is just around the corner, and it’s the time of the year when people are gradually looking for Christmas decoration ideas. If you’re looking for a more unique and eco-friendly option, you can utilise the tree branches that you’ve gathered after your regular pruning.

If you use natural elements for your Christmas decorations this year, it can evoke a rustic yet cosy feel to the entire house. At the same time, you don’t need to spend too much on the materials, and you can also have another project to work on.

In this article, we’ll give you some ideas on how to turn tree branches into Christmas decorations.

1. Tree Branch Centrepiece

You can start with the simplest decoration, the centrepiece. If you’ve had tree removal or pruning services recently, you can gather the end part of the tree branches. You can pick uneven lengths for a more appealing result. Place them in a vase or jar. Of course, if you want to paint them, you can do so, but make sure they’re fully dry before arranging them in a vase or jar. Aside from the branches, you can also add dried flowers, pine cones, or twinkling lights.

2. Branch Garland 

Whether you’re decorating a Christmas tree or not, you should create a garland out of tree branches. Gather uneven lengths and thicknesses of available tree branches from your yard. Aside from the branches, you also need to prepare twine or ribbon (or any available string), and hot glue.

When making the garlands, you should first align the branches based on the design you want. Once you’ve decided on the design, you can proceed with tying them together. Use hot glue to assist in the alignment of the design, and you can also glue the ribbons or strings.

3. DIY Christmas Tree

Another thing you should try is to make a Christmas tree out of tree branches. As mentioned, if you’ve recently availed of a tree removal service, you can utilise the remaining tree branches to create a tree.

If you have a huge jar, vase, or pot, you can use it as a container for your Christmas tree. The size of the tree depends on your available materials, but make sure that the container is sturdy, especially if you’re making a bigger tree.

4. Hanging Ornaments

If you only have a few tree branches left, you can still use them to hang your ornaments. For instance, if you still have some Christmas balls or tree ornaments left, you can hang them from the branches. But first, mount the tree branches on the wall. Once the branches are attached to the wall or ceiling, you can start hanging the available ornaments. The more ornaments you hang the better.

In addition, this is a great option if you’re not planning to decorate a Christmas tree.

5. Branch Candle Holders

If you have some thicker tree branches, you can transform them into candle holders. First, gather the thick tree branches. Then, cut them into pieces, around the same height as regular whisky glasses or your preferred height. Of course, if you’re using tiny, tealight candles, the height should also be around the same. After that, drill shallow holes in the middle. You can try putting the candles inside, and see if it fits. If not, you should make the necessary adjustments.

6. Branch Wreaths

One of the most popular, and classic Christmas decor is the wreath. It’s the round decor that’s usually hanging on the front door. So, since you have enough supply of tree branches, you can make a rustic wreath as one of your Christmas decorations.

First, get as many twigs and thin tree branches as you can. In addition, prepare some twine, hot glue, ribbons, pine cones, dried berries, and other dried fruits you can use for display. Once you have all the necessary materials, you can start twisting the braches and tigs together. Try making the first layer of the circle, then gradually add more. Once you achieved your target thickness, you can then decorate it as you prefer.

7. Gift Wrap Decor

If you prefer a rustic gift wrapping, you can wrap your Christmas gifts in kraft paper or used newspapers, and tie them with twine. As for the added decor, you can attach a piece of tree branches, pine cones, or dried flowers.

You can be as creative as you like when wrapping your Christmas gifts and don’t forget to add personal touch.

8. Rustic Wall Art

Lastly, if your wall needs more decorations, you can create some decorations by arranging different shapes and sizes of tree branches. If you have more time, you can create other shapes, like snowflakes, stars, and other Christmas-related designs.

Meanwhile, if you’re interested in making picture frames, you can also try doing them.

Final Thoughts

Having a rustic kind of Christmas is a great idea to celebrate the holiday season with a new twist. By utilising tree branches you gathered from tree removal or pruning, you can significantly create sustainable Christmas decorations.