The holiday decorating is in full swing friends and today I’m sharing a modern tree. This triangle shape makes a great tree alternative if you’re tight on space or just want a little something for the counter.
A DIY tutorial to make a modern tree for hanging ornaments. Build a tabletop size modern tree and hang your favorite ornaments.
I’ve joined in as part of A Handmade Holiday series over at Classy Clutter. All month long Mallory and Savannah have been posting amazing decorating ideas, be sure to check out all the holiday tutorials!
This modern tree is a basic build that does involve some beveled cuts so you will need a miter saw. As always be careful with power tools and follow all safety precautions.
Tutorial
Below you will find the step by step instructions including cut lists. Be sure to stop over at Classy Clutter for more finished product photos and lots more project ideas.
Supplies:
- 1 – 1x2x6 pine board
- 1 – 1×4 scrap wood @ 14”l
- ¼” wood dowel @ 48″
- 1 ¼” finish nails
- 1 ¼” wood screws
- wood glue
Step 1:
Attach the base to the underside of the bottom tree piece using wood glue and countersunk 1 ¼” wood screws.
In Step 2 you will predrill holes for the dowels at equally marked intervals. Place both sides of the tree next to each other to be sure holes match up.
Step 3:
Construct the tree using wood glue and 1 ¼” finish nails.**Consider inserting dowels before assembling sides. Use clamps to keep the shape secure until glue dries.
Secure the dowels to keep from spinning using a 1 1/4″ finish nail from the exterior. Fill any nail holes with wood putty and sand smooth. Then add your ornaments!
Thanks for joining me for this modern tree project. Please leave any questions in the comments below and be sure to follow me on social media for sneak peeks, tools and project inspiration:
Very beautiful!
Jaime – this is perfection! It would truly be perfect in our barn if I can get my act together and try it. Thanks for sharing!
If you only drill 1/2 way through sides, you wouldn’t see the dowel ends. Would make a nicer look on sides. This is a really beautiful project here. One question is, where did you get the hangers?
You can buy them at Pottery Barn