DIY Gumdrop Christmas Tree Centerpiece

For the past five years, our Christmas tree has gone up at the 11th hour. We have a tradition of picking our tree as a family. Because of the nature of his job, the Hubs wouldn’t get home for Christmas until a few days before….so we would wait. Now I think we are just used to waiting!

However, I figured I would treat the kids to a tasty little teaser tree.

This is the best kind of Christmas craft. It’s easy and thrifty.  Create this easy Christmas tree centerpiece with supplies you can find at your local Dollar Tree!

Supplies needed for this homemade Christmas centerpiece decoration

Foam cone form (Found at your local Dollar Tree or craft store)
Assorted gum drops (You will need about 2 bags)
Hot glue, glue gun

Directions

1. Begin by creating thick strip of glue at the bottom base of the cone. You want to cover about 2 inches of foam at a time.

2. While the glue is still hot (you need to work fast!) press the gum drops to the strip. Press firmly so they attach well.
3. Repeat, adding another 2 inch strip at a time and pressing the gum drops to the glue.
4. Continue to add gum drops, starting at the bottom and working your way up to the top.
5. Don’t press the gum drops too close together. Apply them side by side and avoid over crowding.
6. Finish the gum drop tree by adding a final gumdrop to the top of the cone. A yellow drop is perfect as it looks like a star.

Create these gum drop trees in a variety of sizes for a colorful holiday centerpiece. Or, just use a lone one to make a fun statement. Take care to discard the tree when the holidays are over, as storing it may result in critters getting into your boxes, basement, and attic.

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