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Supplies: Chenille Bumps, Spun Cotton Bases, 6mm Glass Beads, Tiny Tinsel and Chenille Cording, Craft Paint, Glue (like Aleene's Tacky Glue), Scissors, Skewers or Pipe Cleaners, Toothpicks, Optional: .1mm Deco Beads
Step 1: Paint spun cotton bases and let dry. Use a skewer or pipe cleaner in the hole as a "handle" when painting and drying, too. If using SC357, the hole is on the bottom of the shape. You will need to carefully poke a hole in the TOP of the shape using the tip of a pair of scissors. We poked the hole before painting.
Step 3: Trim stem and glue into base, let dry. You can trim your stem shorter so the bottom bristles are very close to the base, or leave more stem so the bristles start above the base. Try different lengths before gluing to get the look you like.
Step 4: Add a garland. Cut a 9-10" piece of chenille tinsel cord. Try wrapping the cord around the tree to get a feel for how tightly to wind, cord placement and look. Add a small drop of glue at the tip of the tree and apply an end of the cord. Pinch gently to make sure both pieces adhere together well. Let dry. Wrap the cord around the tree toward the stem taking care to space each wind evenly. Add a drop of glue to the stem just below the bristles. Wind the end of the cord into the glue and around the stem two times. Trim the excess cord close to the stem and use a toothpick to press the end into the glue.
Step 5: Add beads. Using a toothpick, add a small drop of glue to the tree where you wish to put a bead. Place bead over glue drop and gently press into place. Repeat for each additional bead. Let dry. We used 5-8 beads per tree.
Optional Step 6: Frost the base with tiny deco beads. Use a paint brush to smooth a very thin layer of glue over the base. Spoon deco beads over glue, tap off excess and let dry completely. Use a dry paint brush to brush off any deco beads not adhered. The end result should be a very subtle shimmer.
Tips: Here are links to the chenille bumps and bases shown in the image above:
5" chenille bumps pair best with bases SC395 or SC357
2-1/2" chenille bumps pair best with bases SC395, SC357 or SC011
1-1/4" tree bumps pair best with bases SC011
• Green trees are classic but don't be afraid to go colorful! Make a statement with trees in pink, blue or other bright hues.
• The metallic bumps have a great retro look and are stiffer than the chenille. You may find adding beads is easier if the beads are nestled in closer to the center stem.
• The 1-1/4" tree bumps are a stiffer material (more like bottle brush) than the chenille. Another option for embellishing these tiny trees is to use white paint and a blotting motion to add "snow." Be sure to use a small amount of paint on your brush and add it to the tree little by little until you achieve the desired look.
• We used Martha Stewart Crafts paint in Habanero and Yellow Gold for our bases before adding deco beads in Clear and Stardust.
• Add a bear to your forest :)
Item No. BBT50
This is a pack of 25 retro-style wired bump bottlebrush chenille trees in Green + Gold tinsel. Each bump resembles a small tree and measures about 2" tall and 7/8" wide at the widest part (50mm x 23mm). The tree bumps are on wired lengths and need to be cut apart into individual trees. Cording is made from soft green plastic, gold lurex tinsel and soft green chenille. A lovely size for making petite bottlebrush ...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-AW
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Antique White. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-CBL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Cobalt Blue. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into s...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-EGR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Emerald Green. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-FU
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Fuchsia Pink. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into ...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-GR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Green. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into shape. ...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-GYL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Golden Yellow. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-LAV
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Lavender Purple. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back in...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-LGY
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Light Grey. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into sh...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-LPK
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Light Pink. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into sh...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-R
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Red. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into shape.
Item No. CB2-TBL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Turquoise Blue. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back int...(click for more)
Item No. CB2-VPU
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Violet Purple. Each bump measures 2-1/2" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length has approximately 15 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METG
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Gold. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 1 yard length will include 12 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs for chenille figures...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METG-BULK
This is a 10 meter length (just over 30 feet!) of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Gold. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 10 meter length will include approximately 120 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as a...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METGR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Green. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 1 yard length will include 12 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs for chenille figure...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METGR-BULK
This is a 10 meter length (just over 30 feet!) of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Green. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 10 meter length will include 120 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs ...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Red. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 1 yard length will include 12 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs for chenille figures ...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METR-BULK
This is a 10 meter length (just over 30 feet!) of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Red. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 10 meter length will include 120 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs ...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METS
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Silver. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 1 yard length will include 12 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as arms and legs for chenille figur...(click for more)
Item No. CB3-METS-BULK
This is a 10 meter length (just over 30 feet!) of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Silver. Each bump measures 3-1/4" long and 3/4" wide. A 10 meter length will include approximately 120 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and is an ideal small size for winding through tree branches as a garland, crafting retro-style ornaments, using as...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-AWH
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Antique White. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-FRGR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Forest Green. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back ...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-FU
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Fuchsia Pink. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into shape...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-GLD
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Gold. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and may arr...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-LGY
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Light Grey. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back in...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-LPK
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Light Pink. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into sh...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-METBL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Blue. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and may arr...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-METGR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Green. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and may ar...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-METGR-BULK
This is a 10 meter length (just over 30 feet!) of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Green. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 10 meter length will include 80 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more s...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-METR
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Red. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and may arri...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-METVP
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Violet Purple. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, an...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-RED
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Red. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into shap...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-SIL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Metallic Silver. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps. Made from Lurex -- will not tarnish.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The tinsel is more soft than stiff, and may a...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-TBL
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Turquoise Blue. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" bac...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-VPU
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Violet Purple. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back...(click for more)
Item No. CB5-Y
This is a 1 yard length of retro-style wired bump chenille in Yellow. Each bump measures 5" long and 1" wide. A 1 yard length will include 8 complete bumps.Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, and may arrive with flattened areas that can be "fluffed" back into shape.An id...(click for more)
Item No. CBT-EGR
This is a pack of 25 retro-style wired bump chenille trees in Emerald Green. Each bump resembles a small tree and measures 1-1/2" long and 5/8" wide. The tree bumps are on wired lengths and need to be cut apart into individual trees. Made in the Czech Republic on antique machinery, these bumps have very slight irregularities that do not detract and are a result of the manufacturing process. The chenille is soft, not stiff, ...(click for more)
Item No. CT400
5 yards of purple and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT401
5 yards of pale pink and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT403
5 yards of light green and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT404
5 yards of powder blue and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT407
5 yards of red and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT408
5 yards of yellow and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.
Item No. CT409
5 yards of burgundy and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT410
5 yards of coral and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT411
5 yards of cornflower blue and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT412
5 yards of green and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT413
5 yards of lilac and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.
Item No. CT414
5 yards of magenta and white chenille and silver tinsel cording wound on a card. This soft and supple cording measures a tiny 1/8" wide overall. Made from rayon and tinsel. Made especially for us in the USA.Has a beautiful vintage look and makes a lovely embellishment for extra special craft projects, a garland for miniature Christmas trees and a tie for gifts.