Learn how to sew Christmas trees with this free Fabric Christmas Tree Sewing Pattern. The pattern includes Christmas Tree patterns in 3 sizes. Use up scraps of fabric, dowel rods, wood slices and some embellishments. In fact, you can make your fabric Christmas tree as small or as large as you want!
I love to use handmade items in my home decor, especially at Christmas! In fact, for the past few years, we have had three Christmas trees in our home. Two of those trees were full of handmade ornaments.
And for a number of years now, our family has gotten into the handmade Christmas spirit.
Fabric Christmas Tree Pattern in 3 Sizes
I tried making these fabric Christmas trees in different sizes and different shapes. I even used different types of fabrics. The tree shapes I’m sharing with you today are the result of all my testing and are my favorite.
Of course, you can make your Christmas tree any size or shape you wish.
Small Christmas Tree
The small Christmas tree pattern measures 6-3/4″ tall. It is 6″ wide at the base and the sides are 7-1/2″ long.
Medium Christmas Tree
And the medium Christmas tree pattern measures 8-1/4″ tall. It is 7-1/2″ wide at the base and the sides are 9″ long.
Large Christmas Tree
Finally, the large Christmas tree pattern measures 10-1/4″ tall. It is 9-1/2″ wide at the base and the sides are 11-3/4″ long.
How to Sew a Fabric Christmas Tree
Like I said, you can make your Christmas tree any size. You can make it narrower, taller, or wider. Regardless, the supplies you will need are the same
Supplies Needed
- fabric
- polyester fiber fill
- thread
- dowel rod
- wood base
- wood glue
Tools Needed
- scissors
- rotary cutter
- cutting mat
- acrylic ruler
- sewing machine
- miter saw
- drill and drill bit
How-To Video
If you’d like to watch the video tutorial you can do so on my YouTube Channel! While you’re there, be sure to subscribe to my channel!
FAQs
Q: Can I make a skinny Christmas tree?
Yes! If you want to make a skinny Christmas tree, simply start with a narrower base. For example, for the medium tree, you could make it 5″ wide at the base and still keep it 8-1/4″ tall.
Q. What fabrics work best for the fabric Christmas trees?
You’ll want to steer away from lightweight or sheer fabrics, unless you use a heavier fabric for a lining. I had great results with quilter’s cotton, flannel, and wool. Oh, and you’ll also want to use fabrics that don’t fray easily.
Q. Do I have to use rick rack?
No! You can leave your Christmas trees plain or embellish them any way you want. Some other ideas:
- bells
- buttons
- lace
- pom poms
Sew a Fabric Christmas Tree
Add some rustic handmade touches to your Christmas decor with fabric Christmas Trees. You can make the trees any size or shape you want. Just follow these east steps to assemble your trees.
Materials
- fabric
- polyester fiber fill
- thread
- sewing needle
- fabric glue
- decorative elements: buttons, lace, pom poms, etc.
- dowel rod
- wood base
- wood glue
Tools
- scissors
- rotary cutter
- cutting mat
- acrylic ruler
- sewing machine
- miter saw
- drill and drill bit
Instructions
Sew the Fabric Christmas Tree
- With your fabric wrong sides together, cut out two pieces of fabric for your Christmas tree. You can use my provided pattern or use your own.
- Place the fabric pieces right sides together. Using a 1/4" seam allowance and leaving a 2" opening in the middle of the bottom of the tree, stitch along the bottom, up and down the sides, and back along the bottom. Again, be sure to leave an opening for turning and stuffing the tree.
- Clip the corners and turn the tree right side out.
- Stuff the tree with polyester fiber fill until you've reached the desired fullness.
- Add any decorative elements to your Christmas tree. I used craft glue to affix the rick rack to my trees and I sewed the snowflake buttons on using a needle and thread.
- Use a needle and thread or glue to close most of the opening in the bottom of the Christmas tree. You will still want to leave an opening large enough to insert your dowel rod.
Prepare the Dowel Rod and Wood Slice
- Cut the dowel rod to the length you want. You'll want the rod to be long enough to insert into and support the tree. I cut my rods 3" for the small tree, 4" for the medium tree and 5" for the large tree.
- Cut your wood slice (or buy precut wood slices) with a miter saw. I cut my wood slices 3" and 4" wide.
- Drill a hole in your wood slice using a drill and drill bit that is the size of your dowel rod. So, if you're using a 1/4" dowel rod, you'll want to use a 1/4" drill bit. Find the center of the wood slice and drill a hole part way through.
- Apply glue in the hole and a little along the tip of the dowel rod. Insert the dowel rod into the hole of the wood slice. Wipe off any excess glue with a damp cloth. Allow to dry.
Assemble the Tree
- Slide the Christmas tree onto the dowel rod. You may have to finagle the polyester filling to get the rod inserted up into the tree.
- You can apply glue to the rod to secure it to the tree, but I didn't find it necessary.
- You can also add other decorative elements to the top of the wood slice, like mini packages, holly, pinecones, etc.
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Fabric Christmas Tree Pattern in 3 Sizes
You can make your Christmas trees as big or as small as you want. But to make it easier for you to re-create this adorable fabric Christmas trees, I created a set of patterns in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large.
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More Sewing Ideas
If you enjoyed this Fabric Christmas Tree Pattern and instruction tutorial, you might also like these sewing project ideas from The Birch Cottage:
- Sew a Reversible Microwave Safe Bowl Cozy
- Sew a Pillowcase with Contrast Cuff
- DIY Pillowcase Laundry Bag
And if it’s sewing you’re interested in, you might also enjoy Hooked on Sewing. You can learn more about Hooked on Sewing here or go directly to Hooked on Sewing!
Til next time…
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