Build Your Own Wooden Christmas Tree

There are many advantages that come with a DIY Wooden Christmas Tree – no dropped needles, lower costs, environmentally friendly and the whole family gets involved! Most conventional Christmas trees are not very sustainable, so we've come up with a fun way to make an environmentally friendly and organic Christmas tree using wood and branches. Read on a for step-by-step guide on how to build your very own Christmas tree from wood! A popular alternative that is fun and easy to build, that you can enjoy for years to come!

WHAT YOU NEED

MATERIAL

• Tree log - 25cm long with a diameter of 20cm
• 30 to 35 tree branches of different lengths with a diameter of 2cm to 2.5cm

TOOLS

• STIHL Chainsaw, e.g. STIHL MSA 140 Battery Chainsaw
• STIHL Pruner, e.g. STIHL GTA 26 Battery Pruner
• M10 threaded bar - 1m long
• Measuring tape
• Chalk or crayon
• Battery screwdriver and 10mm wood drill
• Two clamps

PREPARE YOUR WORKSTATION

Before you start, create a suitable working station. Set out all your tools, materials and the protective equipment that is needed to begin this DIY project.

STEP BY STEP GUIDE

STEP 1: SAWING THE TREE STUMP

STEP 2: DRILLING THE TREE STUMP

Drill the centre of the tree stump to the same diameter as your threaded bar. The drilling depth should be 5cm so that the threaded bar is firmly in place. 

STEP 3: MARKING YOUR BRANCH LENGTHS

Grab your branches and mark the length you desire for each branch. These branches will be stacked on top of each other to create the Christmas tree. We suggest starting with 10cm and increasing the length of each branch by 5cm. You can choose the length according to your personal taste.

STEP 4: CUT YOUR BRANCHES

Place your branches on a sturdy workbench with clamps to hold it steady and cut them one by one using the STIHL GTA 26 Battery Pruner.

STEP 5: DRILL YOUR BRANCHES

Drill a hole in the middle of each branch, ensure the holes are the same size as your threaded bar.

STEP 6: PLACE THE THREADED BAR IN THE TREE STUMP

Insert the threaded bar into the hole in the tree stump from step 2. Use a hammer to tap the threaded bar into place.

STEP 7: PLACE YOUR BRANCHES ON THE THREADED BAR

Carefully place each branch on the threaded bar and slide them down into place. Starting with the longest branch first, and making your way up with shorter branches.
TIP: For a unique look, place the branches slightly offset to create a fuller and larger looking wooden Christmas tree.

STEP 8: YOU'RE DONE!

Your homemade Christmas tree is ready! Decorate it as you wish and showcase it this Christmas.

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