I have no clue why, but we’ve never had a tree topper. Seriously, I don’t know why I never went out and just grabbed one, but every year our tree is naked on top. It’s time to put an end to this nonsense! I whipped up a tree topper in just a few minutes, and it makes all the difference in the world.
First I wired two grapevine balls together, one small and one medium sized using floral wire. Then I added a wooden finial to the top of the smaller ball using Gorilla Glue. The finial was actually part of the headboard I deconstructed for my wall plaque, but you can find them in any craft store.
Then the whole thing got a nice coat of metallic gold spray paint.
That’s it! I stuck the top branch of my tree through the holes in the grapevine, and now it’s the perfect finishing touch to our tree.
I’m sharing this project with Saturday Night Special, the Rustoleum Revamp Party, Holiday Highlights, Met Monday, and Centsational Girl’s DIY Ornament Party!
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That tree topper is FABULOUS. Very creative… and so different.
Lisa
Wow, that’s fabulous! We are without a tree topper this year too, somehow we “wore” one out, not sure how that happens. This is a great idea to try, thanks for sharing!
wow! that is so nice! you did a super job!
gail
How creative! It looks fabulous!
Oh, this is a wonderful idea!! One I may have to copy!!
I love thsoe grapevine balls, but unfortunately, so does everyone else! They can get expensive and are hard to come by in my town! I had to adapt and make my own look alikes, I’d love you to check it out… mamacancraft.blogspot.com
What a great idea! I have yet to find the right tree topper, so I just put a bow up there! LOL!
Wow! That is so creative and cute! Way to go!
Wow! That is thinking outside of the box! Great job!
I love that look! Great job!
) Tricia Anne
Jenn-This is my first visit and I love your idea. Adding “architectural elements” to the tree
You have a one of a kind!
So cute! Love that idea and love the new blog look!
Great idea! I did a tree topper too, but yours is much more creative.
How creative! I just love it, the elegant simplicity of it, job well done! I am inspired!
Very nice! Would love to try this myself.
Very Creative. It looks amazing.
Your new follower and subscriber,
Cheri
That’s really cool:) Good job!
This is an awesome idea! Very clever.
Jenn, I swear you are just about one of my favorite new blogs on my blogroll. I’m always excited to see what you come up with next!
We don’t have a tree topper yet, either. Perhaps I’ll have to try my hand at this one!
You are one clever girl! I adore this.
I hope that you will come by and see the ornaments I made: pearl encrusted star, crystal and button ball and an anthro inspired tree topper.
Oh my goodness girl, way to think outside the box – how brilliant ! I absolutely love it !
Thanks for linking up today !
Hugs
Kate
CUTE! THANKS FOR SHARING.
JANICE
This is beautiful and new to me! I think it is just so original! Great job!
Hello Jenn~I’ve just strolled in for my first visit…I’ve enjoyed taking a peek at your past posts. You’ve got so many wonderful ideas. Your blog is so beautifully inviting.
We share similar taste for so many of the same creative design elements.
As fall came to a close I looked forward to winter (that’s fast approaching), bringing a festive inspiration for a few DIY decorations and gifts. With a little baking in between.
Don’t you love the aroma that fills the air during this season?
My cat also appreciates the evergreens and an occasional ping pong toss of my (newly created and not yet dried) ornaments…
I’ve bookmarked you in my favs.
I look forward to coming by your charming blog again.
Come by for a visit. Your company would be nice.
Sweet holiday wishes,
Sara
That finial makes a great tree topper! I ♥ it.
THIS IS PERFECTION! I love creative toppers – and this “tops” the list! Thanks so much for the inspiration!
I would have never tried it myself, but it looks GREAT!
That is such a great idea!! I love that.
Love your tree topper, you are very clever! Now I am going to go back to browse your blog.