As I’ve said many times, I have this slight obsession with paper medallions. I just knew I had to use them in some way for Christmas decorating. Take a look at my Paper Medallion Christmas Tree using sheets of double-sided card stock.
It sort of has a whimsical feel to it, don’t you think? Dan said it reminds him of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”! I agree that it’s rather “Seussish”!
It was super easy to make. I used my Silhouette Cameo to cut perforated lines in 12″ x 12″ doubled-sided card stock and cut them to graduated widths. To hold the medallion shape together, I hot glued a square of chip board on one side of each medallion in the center.
Now you may be wondering what IS that wooden handle-looking thing is that is sticking out of the bottom layer of the tree. Well, it’s a skewer. Yep, a barbecue skewer. I skewered through each layer to create the tree.
And this lovely little metal tub is the “tree stand”. I had to bend the handles with plyers so that the tree would rest evenly on the edges.
To give the tree an extra little sparkle, I dipped the edges of each medallion in white glue and then srinkled with glitter. ‘Cause everything is better with glitter, right? Especially German Glitter Glass. Yes, I have another obsession: German Glitter Glass. I big puffy heart that stuff! I can’t wait to show you other ways I am using it.
That is one glittery star. Yep, German glitter glass I tell ya! Nothing like it!
Want to Check Out More Silhouette Projects?
My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I are all sharing projects on our blogs today, so peruse the projects below for a wealth of Silhouette inspiration!
- 2013 Snowman Christmas Card by Please Excuse My Craftermath…
- Christmas Hoop Art by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
- Silhouette Nativity Advent Candle Box by One Tough Mother
- Christmas Party Photo Booth Props by unOriginal Mom
- Another Stenciled Tea Towel by Cutesy Crafts
- Silhouette Gift Tags by Rain on a Tin Roof
- Snowflake Pin / Ornament by Coley’s Corner
- State Sign Couple Gift by It Happens in a Blink
- Mason Jar Christmas Ornaments by Vintage News Junkie
- Merry Christmas Wall Decor by One Artsy Mama
- Deer Head Holiday Banner…featuring Santa’s Reindeer by The Thinking Closet
- Restore your UGGS (with PAINT) by From Wine to Whine
- Monogrammed Snowflake Ornaments by Architecture of a Mom
- Christmas Countdown Sign by The Girl Creative
- Elf Chalk Sign: “The Best Way to Spread Christmas” by Weekend Craft
- Glittery Christmas Subway Art by The Turquoise Home
- Sketch Pen Labels by Sowdering About in Seattle
- Snowflake NOEL Sign by My Favorite Finds
- DIY Holiday Hostess Gift by Everyday Paper
- Folding Nativity Backdrop by Chicken Scratch NY
- Recycled Glass Jar Advent Calendar by Nearly Handmade
- Reindeer Card: Double-Sided Print & Cut by GetSilvered
- Personalized Block Ornament by Suburble
- Paper Medallion Christmas Tree by Create & Babble
- Mini Mid-Century Homes by Tried & True
- Glitter and Vinyl Minecraft Christmas Ornament by A Tossed Salad Life
- DIY Countdown to Christmas Refrigerator Style by My Paper Craze
- Reversible Recipe Holder/Block Frame by The Sensory Emporium
- DIY: Lettered Christmas Pillows by The House on Hillbrook
- Simply Charming Christmas Ornaments by Life After Laundry
- No Glitter was Worn by GiveMeAPaintbrush
- Make Easy Ornaments from Paper Circles by Bringing Creativity to Life
- Cutting Machine Embroidery Applique by Terri Johnson Creates
- “Believe” Christmas Banner by Daily Dwelling
- DIY Christmas Nativity Card by Pitter and Glink
Wow, this is so pretty! I love your paper choices, too. Looks relatively simple, but stunning! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Meredith! Some times the simple things are the prettiest! I’m glad you like it!
That is one amazing statement piece! I agree that it has a suesical nature to it. Amazing job!
Thanks Kristy! It does make a statement, haha! But it’s probably my favorite Christmas craft I’ve ever made!
How cute. You are so creative. I need to stock up on some pretty Christmas card stock.
Thanks Brenna!
Oh how fun and gorgeous is this. I love it. Thanks for the tutorial and Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
Your tree is beautiful! Love the pail you used for the base.
Thanks Glenna! The pail was one I had from Pick Your Plum. I always find a use for their stuff!
I love this!!! It does have a whimsical feel to it that is just so much fun!
Thanks Monica!
This is beautiful!!! Thanks for the tutorial Jeanie. I’m so gonna attempt this one!
Thanks Tanya! It’s super easy!
Aww this is so cute!! and I love that you used a BBQ skewer.. way to be resourceful!
Thanks Dee! I’m glad you like my “McGuyver” move!
This is brilliant! Never seen anything like it! It’s a great inspiration, so I’ve pinned it for later.
What a great idea. This is so beautiful, and I love all of the sparkles!!!
This tree is great! The glitter on the edges is such a nice touch too. Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial!
This is SO fabulous!! I love everything about it – the paper you used, the glittered edges, the sparkly star on top, even down to the little bucket you put it in. Very cute!!
Thanks Kirsten! It turned out even better than I had hoped! You should have seen me walking through the house holding that tree by the skewer handle looking for just the right thing to put it in. I was so happy that I remembered that I had those metal buckets, haha!
this project is fabulous. I haven’t tried paper medallions yet, but this is inspiring!
Thanks Rachel! It was fun to make, too!
I can use all the leftover Christmas wrapping paper for this! I love how you add the glitter on the edges! This is so pretty! 🙂
This is the sweetest and craftiest ever!!! Love it and pinning!
XOXO
Cami
Fun! Love the accordion folds.
Oh my Christmas goodness Jeanie! That tree is awesome!! I love paper medallions, but I usually make them on my scoring board. Thank you for teaching me yet another reason to love my little Sil.
Wow, Jeanie. You outdid yourself with this one! Simply stunning! I love the pattern and color combinations of all your papers stacked atop each other, the touch of glitter on the edges, and you are rocking my world with the German Glitter Glass on the star. I have never heard of that craft supply before, but clearly, we were MFEO. It’s lovely from the star on the tippy top to the galvanized tin base. (Also, you’ve motivated me to really try out that perforated line feature in Silhouette Studio. Can you believe I haven’t tried it yet?!)
Brava! And thanks for making our December Challenge and Giveaway so special with your amazing contribution!
That tree is gorgeous! Thanks for joining our Twirl and Take a Bow Party! Hope to see you again next week!
OMGosh! Jeanie, this is amazing! Thank you for sharing. You will be one of the features today at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Pop on over and grab a feature button. The party will be live in a couple of hours. Hope to see your prettiness again at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Thanks so much for sharing this at last week’s Project Inspire{d} ~ I wanted to stop by and let you know that you are my feature pick of the week. I hope to see you again tonight for the party!
Hugs,
Mary Beth
Oh Jeanie! I think you love paper as much as I do! 🙂 This tree is awesome! Pinned!
I’m kinda new to Silhouette and seem to be the only one who doesn’t know what design is used here. I found one medallion design that looks like this at the design store, but I’m not sure that’s what you used for this tree. Do you do any YouTube videos? I’d love to understand how this is done along with the new one in today’s post that led me to this tree.
Hi Baye, I made the design myself by drawing vertical lines across the page, 1/2″ apart and converting the lines to perforations. I’d be happy to share the file with you. Do you use Version 3 or Version 2 of the software?
Hello, That tree is awesome!! I love paper medallions, but I usually make them on my scoring board. Thank you for teaching me yet another reason to love my little Sil. That is one amazing statement piece! I agree that it has a special nature to it. Amazing job. This is brilliant, Never seen anything like it. It’s a great inspiration, so I’ve pinned it for later.
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