Sunday, December 14, 2014

A Plank Christmas Tree

The balance of our fence planks.
There aren't very many of them left at this point LOL - BUT it paid off big time buying just a little too many of them !

Let's see now -

1) A plank wall

2) A faux fireplace

3) Artwork

4) Built in bookcases

5) A CHRISTMAS TREE !!!!!!!!!!


This is a tall one - I made it for the mantel and it almost reaches the ceiling ( we have very high ceilings here )

I spray painted screws in red - to mimic berries - and to allow something for the ornaments to hang from at the same time


The long ones hold the planks onto the back post - the smaller ones are so that I could hang as many ornaments as possible


The hardest part of this project was screwing in 100 screws - the second hardest was threading the string through the minuscule holes because I couldn't find my glasses ( I thought that was spelled miniscule - thank God for spell check )

Wood Christmas Tree

The ornaments were purchased at Michael's a couple of years ago when I made my first pallet trees !


But I ended up stencilling on them instead

Wood Plank Christmas Tree

When I think of the chaos of last Christmas I don't know how we lived through it - seriously -
With a kitchen down to the studs and the filth and muck and mire............and pipes breaking on Christmas Eve so that we couldn't even bathe on our way out to my daughter's
O.M.G. - it was a living nightmare - and not one I think I'll ever be brave enough to face again
( but then again - who knows - I'm not all " there " )

DIY Wood Plank Christmas Tree

John won the war of the " Sled on the Mantel "

It's now in the den - I was going to put it outside ( but I was afraid someone would steal it - is that paranoid or what? )  You can see the post on my Black and White and Red all over Christmas HERE


Wood Plank Christmas Tree

Does anyone think I should stain it darker?   I'm so close to doing it

Soda says " Enough ! "


Oh my gosh I LOVE this little girl !
She came out of the den and asked to be picked up while I was taking photos - she loves to be in the room when the fire is going.................it feels good on her old bones ( and mine actually )

Christmas trees from wood planks


Have a wonderful day everyone -
Much love,
( & plankfully yours )
Me


Looking for inspiration?
Join me at these fabulous parties !

Uncommon Design                                                 Between Naps on the Porch
Coastal Charm                                                       A Stroll Thu Life
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia                           Stone Gable
Kathe With an E                                                    The DIY Dreamer
Savvy Southern Style                                             Beyond the Picket Fence
DIY by Design                                                      Have a Daily Cupo of Mrs/ Olson
French Country Cottage                                        The Shabby Art Boutique
My Turn for Us                                                     My Romantic Home
Funky Junk Interiors                                              The 36th Ave
Life on Lakeshore Drive                                        Too Much Time on my Hands
Classy Clutter                                                        I Should be Mopping the Floor
Home Stories A to Z

51 comments:

  1. Suzan, this is so beautiful! No, don't stain it any darker, it's perfect. Your home is beautiful, and you have done everything to make it that way! Merry Christmas!
    Rita

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks SO much Rita - now I'm thinking of painting it LOL
      It feels so strange to hear the house looks beautiful - there's still entire rooms that are closed off and untouched - and so many finishing touches on the rooms that are
      " done " ..................but thanks for the encouragement xoxoxoxo

      Delete
  2. Great tree... .it does look like a lot of work, but well worth it for the major impact it has!

    ReplyDelete
  3. I LOVE IT! I pinned it three different times for different categories! This is the kind of thing I always think about doing but never quite get around to doing in time. Love the Santa and reindeer on the chimney, too. Where did you put the 'Tis the Season sign? I think you should move in here for a few months and transform my house. :-)

    ReplyDelete
  4. Now that looks COOL on your mantle! I like it how it is but I'm sure if you stain it darker that will look cool too!

    Tania

    ReplyDelete
  5. I am swooning Suzan. Love the tree you made for the fireplace mantel. Gorgeous. You rocked it out on this one. The room looks so pretty and cozy. Little soda is the best decoration in the room. Tooo sweet.
    Kris

    ReplyDelete
  6. It looks awesome and...how clever to paint the screws red for hanging ornaments!

    ReplyDelete
  7. OMG Susan, that is one Awesome looking tree. I Luv it.
    My opinion, with the white wall, I think I would go darker with the tree but then that is just my opinion. It would blend in more with your dark coffee table.
    Me, I wouldn't be able to leave it alone as I would have my hubby Drill some tiny holes and insert a couple sets of battery operated lights.
    Glad that you didn't move your sled outside as someone probably would had stolen it for sure. They are really a hot item down here in Texas believe it or not; not for sledding but for decoration.
    Great job on your wooden tree.

    ReplyDelete
  8. I think it looks like driftwood right now and so I like it as is. Though I would have painted the nails white. But thats just because I like nordic coastal decor! Its the perfect size for your mantel. Merry Christmas.

    ReplyDelete
  9. IMHO the tree is perfect. Leave it alone. ;) I think it's also the best choice for the mantle. And I love the santa/reindeer decal going up the side. Beautiful!!!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Listen to Soda! It looks perfect the way it is. So beautiful! I say just gaze at these pictures when you feel overwhelmed by all that's left to do. They look so peaceful and cozy!
    Hugs
    Cecilia

    ReplyDelete
  11. Suzan, give Soda a gentle hug for me. :)
    Your tree looks wonderful. I love the height and dimension it adds to the mantel.
    I'm glad the sled is still indoors though. :)
    C;mon John, you know you love the sled. ::: wink :::
    ~ Christina in Cleveland

    ReplyDelete
  12. Love your plank Christmas tree! Soda, such a sweetie : ). Patty

    ReplyDelete
  13. I love this plank tree! Stained, painted, or natural....I want to do this next year. I don't think you ever sit still! It is inspiring, and your sense of humor is contageous...you make me laugh on days when I really need it! Merry Christmas!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Trust me Holly - I pass out - often LOL -
      What a sweet comment - thanks SO much !
      Merry Christmas to you too
      xoxoxo

      Delete
  14. What a fantastic christmastree, Suzan. You are so creative. Looks very pretty on your mantel.
    Hugs from here

    ReplyDelete
  15. I LOVE your plank Christmas tree!! I think it looks amazing as does the whole room. It looks very Scandanavian. Beautiful!!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Suzan you're unbelievable. Does your brain ever stop. This the coolest homemade tree I have ever seen. You're kinda making me feel like a slacker. I love that you painted the screws the neatest. I showed John and he said very cool

    Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  17. Replies
    1. I don't know about the talented part Kathy LOL - I keep my projects pretty simple - but thanks SO much !!!
      xoxox

      Delete
  18. That plank tree is fantastic! I love it on the mantel. I think it looks good now but stain would look good too. I love the welcome sled. I ordered that same welcome sign from AMazon after seeing it on your blog over the summer. I am saving it to attach to my screen door when we build our front porch. I love it! Have a fabulous week.

    Hugs, Vicky

    ReplyDelete
  19. You have worked so hard and everything is coming together. It look so lovely you have done a wonderful job,thanks for sharing with us and have a very Merry Christmas.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks so much Marlene !
      Thanks so much for visiting :)
      xoxoxo

      Delete
  20. What a cute, cute, cute idea, Suzan. Is that screwed to a backer board cut to shape or just a stud in the center? LOVE it! I might stain it a tad darker so it would "pop" more-but I like it as is, too. GREAT job! Did I miss a sled post somewhere? Geez....now I gotta go see if I can find that! xo Diana

    ReplyDelete
  21. The plank tree is lovely and I love it. You are such a talented lady with the things you do.
    Sounds like Soda is doing really good and she loves her momma.
    Your home is stunning - love all the decorations.
    \Mary

    ReplyDelete
  22. OMG...your rooms turned out so beautiful. Truly, truly stunning. Love the stacked coffee table and the colors!

    ReplyDelete
  23. I really am anxious to learn how to build a mantel...:)

    ReplyDelete
  24. I love it! Don't stain it dark, I love it just the way it is! So cute!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks Rhonda - I'm going to leave it just the way it is
      ( for this year anyway LOL )
      xoxoxo

      Delete
  25. Love your plank tree Suzan! So ingenious! I think it's fabulous just the way it is.

    ReplyDelete
  26. Replies
    1. Ok I won't - too tired to anyway Betty LOL
      Thanks so much
      xoxoxo

      Delete
  27. Just awesome...Love, Love, Love It! I haven't been around for a while but I really love your living room. I do remember what trials you went thru last year. What a difference a year makes. I guess home reno is like childbirth...if the memory of the pain didn't fade there would never be another. Have a blessed Christmas. xoGinger

    ReplyDelete
  28. Plankfully??? LOL! I love your tree Suzan. Of course you know I love it when you make stuff! I can't decide if you should stain it darker or not. Maybe a drift wood type finish?? I'm glad you are more settled this Christmas than last and again I say....look how far you've come! You are amazing!

    ReplyDelete
  29. Before I forget, I wanted to share what you probably already have seen:
    http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2014/12/christmas-snow-sleigh-shelf.html
    keep warm and happiest holidays.
    Christina

    ReplyDelete
  30. I am so stealing this idea for next year Suzan!!! Pinning

    ReplyDelete
  31. Not so sure I'd do anything else with the tree...I'm kind of liking the lighter color against the white of the fireplace and it seems to pick up the tone of the small shelving(?) unit at the base of the fireplace. But...knowing your previous posts I am so sure (actually more than positive!) we'll all be seeing yet another version of this tree, lol! I noticed the coffee table...loving it!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks so much ( I'm amazed you saw the little shelving !!! )
      And I'm finished in there for this year LOL - it's getting pretty crowded in that tiny room !!!
      xoxox

      Delete
  32. The plank tree is perfect against the chimney stack of your fireplace (I think it would "pop" (there's that blogger catch phrase again) stained darker. The room looks so cozy and inviting, as Soda is attesting to. I don't think you're being paranoid about putting the sled outdoors - I wouldn't either.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks SO much Marie !
      I hung the sled outside for 5 minutes LOL and then pictured someone simply walking off with it...............and quickly put it back in the house !
      XOXOX

      Delete
  33. Love it, gonna share it in a minute on FB.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Oh I love it just like it is, how gorgeous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.

    ReplyDelete
  35. Suzan, I love how tall it is! I don't think I would stain it darker. I like the subtle color! Thanks for sharing with SYC. Have a very Merry Christmas!
    hugs,
    Jann

    ReplyDelete
  36. This is seriously amazing! I love how you spray painted the screws to hang the ornaments on! Pinned it!

    ReplyDelete
  37. I LOVE your tree!! It looks perfect on you mantel!! Oh kitchen remodels...something I pray I only have to do once :)

    ReplyDelete
  38. You sure made a hit with this tree. My hubs made one similar but yours is much taller and love the shape of yours also. Since two he made for craft show last Saturday didn't sell we put them in front yard. Think he needs to drill holes so we could put lights in them, maybe then they'd sell. Pinned this so he could see it for next year. He painted the limbs dark green and trunk brown on his trees.
    Spray painting the screws red was genius. Hate to say it but somebody might just try to swipe that awesome sled with the welcome on it. Smart to keep it inside. People now do the darndest things. Hope you and John have fantastic Christmas

    ReplyDelete
  39. Beautiful, fun and so festive! Thank you so much for sharing this fun project. PINNED!

    ReplyDelete
  40. Hi Suzan,
    This is such a wonderful idea. I love how your pallet tree follow the shape of your fireplace - so clever! I like it as is and wouldn't go darker. BTW, your 'little girl' is so sweet. Our fur babies love sitting by the fire too.
    Have a Lovely Day,
    Suzanne
    Pieced Pastimes

    ReplyDelete
  41. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
    I'm in LOVE with your Plank Tree Suzy!! It's absolutely beautiful!!!

    ReplyDelete

Due to a large amount of spam ( that I'm tired of going back to posts and deleting ) I'll be using comment moderation from now on !!!
Can I beat these spammers at their own game? Probably not - but I'm going
to try my damnedest !!!
xoxo