Wednesday, October 30, 2013

The Basic Features Of Tree Skirts

By Kelly Wood


Tree skirts come in an assortment of sizes and styles. Typically these are used with Christmas trees that are placed indoors. There are many stores that have these products for sale and also a lot of resources for tutorials on how to make them.

These pieces are expected to vary in many different ways. They come in a variety of sizes to fit different trees. Furthermore, they may be made using different materials. Some feature low-quality materials that are designed for practical use. Others feature more flashy, high-quality materials. Individuals who make their own are able to have control over the customization. They are able to match the decorations to their design and holiday set up. All of the supplies that are necessary can be found at craft stores.

Skirts of this kind serve multiple purposes. In general, they are used as a way to protect floor underneath a tree. Many times they are place over a cradle. With this set up, a barrier can still be created under the cradle and the skirt can then be placed once the tree has be installed. This makes for a set up that is more presentable and can keep pets from drinking water found in the tree base. These pieces are also helpful at keeping splashed water off the floor, which is an issue that may arise with all-natural trees.

Fake trees may also include a skirt. Many people see these as another type of decoration. Sometimes presents are placed on top of these. There is really no incorrect or correct way that these pieces can be employed. There are some who prefer using them strictly based on their functionality and there are other who like them because of what they add to the decorations.

Skirts are generally made from some type of cloth material but can also be improvised using paper and other such materials. These items are sold at many stores, especially during the holiday season, and are generally easy to make as well. Making these is the best way to include customization. Sometimes the best ones are those that have been handmade to fit into a certain space. The price of buying these products, or the materials needed to make these pieces, will vary considerably.

These can also be made as part of a family project for the holidays. This may be done as a individual or group activity in which the pieces are created. Once complete, the skirts can be put up as decoration and saved for the future as well. If multiple skirts are made during this crafting process, consider changing out the skirts each week during December so that members have the opportunity to see their work on display.

Individuals who are skilled enough to make these, or like making them, might want to donate or sell the pieces they have made. There are many websites where users can place items up for sale. This is one option for making extra money to put toward presents and other decorations. You might even consider allowing customers to customize the orders.

Tree skirts are available in many designs and sizes. Most are placed around Christmas trees that are installed in indoor spaces. They might be used as decoration or because of their functionality. In either case, these can be purchased from stores or made as part of art or craft projects.




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