twig tree with lights for table plan

lisajane8482

I was thinking about doing something similar to this for our table plan but can't find a small tree. They're all around 5 feet tall



My other option is to make one from scratch but my Nana has offered to pay for something and I thought this would be something we could use after the wedding.

sugarwalsh

Lisa - I have made something similar for our wedding. I cut some twigs, sprayed them white and have put some battery operated lights on them. They are in a large glass vase which I am going to fill with pebbles. I am not using it to hang things on but you can easily buy little pegs. The whole thing cost about £10 and looks stunning.

http://www.facebook.com/events/307027262666633/#!/photo.php?fbid=10150660847198113&set=a.10150311095098113.352438.612003112&type=1&theater

Here is a baby version which I will be making for the tables -

lisajane8482

I think I'll give it a go and try one myself, I'm not too bothered about lights but OH wants them.

May sound like a daft question (and it does in my head) but if I find a branch I like now will it keep until next July?

Megan you centre pieces look lovely, your so talented. I have absolutely no skills when it comes to flower arranging.

You must be so excited and super busy for Saturday now.

sugarwalsh

Thank you! Not super talented but of the opinion most things are easier than you think.

I cut branches on new years day! They are fine, but to be honest they have been getting in the way. I would wait until next winter. Then you can see the 'shape' of your branches. Also pegs and lights will be available near Christmas.
If you want a practice why not make an Easter tree?

Really excited about Saturday now!

MeganHerring

Hi,

I know this isnt the same but when i saw you post it reminded me off this other piece id seen and its Beautiful!! http://http://www.melodymaison.co.uk/white-wishing-tree-table-centre.html

lisajane8482

MeganHerring wrote: »

Hi,

I know this isnt the same but when i saw you post it reminded me off this other piece id seen and its Beautiful!! http://http://www.melodymaison.co.uk/white-wishing-tree-table-centre.html

I like that very much, wonder if I could make small ones like this for the table centre pieces.