Okay, so I’ve been seeing these “Avon Crystal Holiday Tree” things popping up all over my social media feeds, and I finally caved. I had to try making one myself! I’m not usually super crafty, but this looked kinda neat, and I thought, “Why not?”
Getting Started
First things first, I needed to, you know, actually find the materials. I’m pretty sure these are vintage, so it’s not like I could just pop down to the local craft store. I hit up a few online marketplaces, just browsing around. Let me tell you, the prices were all over the place! Some were super cheap, some were… not. I finally found one that looked decent and wasn’t going to break the bank.
The Hunt for Supplies
While waiting, I had collected some old costume jewelry, buttons, and even a few broken bits of necklaces from my craft drawers. I’m a bit of a pack rat, so I already had a ton of random sparkly things.
Putting It All Together
When my order arrived I was so excited. Then, I grabbed all my collected bits and bobs and started sorting. I wanted a good mix of colors and sizes, so I spent a while just playing around with different combinations, laying them out on the table to see what looked good together.
Next up, the slightly scary part: gluing! I used a hot glue, I just went for it. I started at the bottom and worked my way up, trying to keep things somewhat symmetrical. I did get a bit of glue on my fingers a few times, but hey, that’s crafting, right?
Honestly, the whole process was pretty relaxing. Just me, my sparkly bits, and some good music. It took a few hours, spread out over a couple of evenings, because, you know, life. But it was totally worth it.
The Final Result!
And… it’s done! I’m actually really surprised by how good it looks. It’s definitely not perfect, but it’s got that handmade charm, you know? I put it on my shelf, and it catches the light in such a pretty way. It’s a little bit of sparkle in my everyday life, and I made it myself!
Would I do it again? Maybe! It was a fun little project, and it got me away from my screens for a while. If you’re looking for something simple and crafty to do, I’d say give it a shot. Just be prepared for a bit of a treasure hunt to find the base, and don’t be afraid to get a little glue on your fingers!
