A cozy Christmas scene features a decorated tree with gold and brown ornaments on the left. The mantel beside it holds three decorative cones shaped like pottery trees, and a black stocking with a letter "L" dangles nearby. A TV sits to the right, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
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DIY Fottery Christmas Trees

ByLisa

Oops, I did it again, sang in my very best Britney voice. Ok, so I might be slightly obsessed with faux pottery or as I like to call it Fottery. It’s the new pottery, trust me. Ever since I transformed my very first vase, I have been turning ALL the things into Fottery!  As such, it should come as no surprise that I had to make some faux pottery Christmas trees for my holiday setup this year. Not only do I love how sophisticated these look, but they were SO easy and affordable! Are you ready to learn how to make your very own Fottery Christmas Trees?  

Consider this festive DIY project: create a unique Fottery Christmas tree using cardboard cones and all-purpose joint compound. Perfect for your fireplace mantle, these handcrafted trees shine in white and silver, adding a touch of homemade elegance to your holiday decor.This post contains affiliate links. For more information, please see my policies.

Before we get started with the how to, I want to apologize if you received this on Monday with a broken link. The post was accidently emailed out in draft form. Again, I am so sorry if you received this early by mistake. But now it is done and ready to go, so let’s make some Fottery Christmas trees!  

DIY Fottery Christmas Trees

Paper Mache Craft Cones
Joint Compound 
Flat Chip Paint Brush
Flat White Spray Paint
Flat Black Spray Paint
Satin Tan Spray Paint

Craft supplies for a project: two paper cone forms to mimic Christmas trees, white and metallic spray paints, a can of all-purpose joint compound, and a wooden dowel—all elegantly arranged in a vertical composition for your festive fottery.

Step 1

Pick up a few paper mache craft cones. I found mine at the local craft store on sale for 50% off, but you can order them online as well. Mine are 23 inches tall.Two tall, cone-shaped, brown paper objects are standing upright against a white background, reminiscent of minimalist Christmas trees. The cones have a smooth surface and a pointed top, capturing the spirit of artisanal fottery design.

Step 2

Use the coarse flat chip paint brush to apply the joint compound onto the paper mache Christmas trees. I found it easier to start at the bottom of the tree and work your way up. Make sure to cover the whole cone to give it good fottery texture. The thicker you apply it, the longer it will take to dry. I let my Christmas trees dry overnight. You can see the whole video process in my instagram story!  Two tall, white, cone-shaped sculptures with textured surfaces resemble elegant Christmas trees as they stand on a black surface. They are positioned in front of a blurred background featuring dark horizontal lines and part of a word.

Step 3

Once the joint compound is dry, it is time to paint them. I found that spray paint works best for creating the fottery look. I wanted my trees to be light in color, so I gave them a coat of white first. Then I came back around alternating between the tan and the black. It is very important to do this part in very light spurts at least a foot or two away from the trees. You do not want to coat them, but make them look aged like pottery. If you apply too much of one color, you can go back over it with another. I let mine dry overnight, but they should be dry within a few hours.Two tall, white cone shapes resembling Christmas trees stand upright on a workshop floor, next to a can of Rust-Oleum flat protective enamel spray paint. The background features scattered wooden planks and tools, creating a scene reminiscent of festive pottery preparation.A photo of three Rust-Oleum spray paint cans and a paintbrush, perfect for crafting festive decorations like Christmas trees. The cans are labeled 2X Ultra Cover in black, white, and brown colors. The paintbrush rests in front on a flat surface.

Step 4

Place your Christmas trees on the mantel or wherever you would like and enjoy!A cozy fireplace with a log pattern front, white brick surround, and wooden mantel. A black stocking with the letter 'B' hangs from the mantel, adorned with silver Christmas trees. Greenhouse plants are beside the fireplace, adding a touch of nature.

This was a super easy DIY and I cannot get over how good my Fottery Christmas Trees look on the fireplace! I now have nine pieces of fottery in the family room, but don’t worry, I can quit at any time, haha!A decorated Christmas tree with gold and white ornaments stands beside a fireplace. On the wooden mantel are three pottery-inspired cone-shaped trees in white and silver, a small reindeer figure, and pine cones. The wall is painted white with a black accent.

Because I already had the spray paint and joint compound on hand, I was able to create new Christmas décor for a little over $10! And I still have enough supplies to make even more fottery! I mean, none of the bedrooms have any fottery yet. Clearly I have some work to do 😉  A black Christmas stocking with a letter "B" hangs from a wooden mantel decorated with pine branches and small pine cones. Above the mantel, three decorative cone-shaped Christmas trees add charm. Below, a section of stacked logs completes this cozy holiday scene.

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A decorated Christmas tree stands beside a fireplace. The mantel, an exquisite piece of fottery, is adorned with a stocking and miniature trees. A TV is mounted above the mantel, and the cozy scene is completed with a leather chair and pillows.

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A modern mantel showcases three Fottery Christmas trees: a tall cone, a textured small cone, and a tree-shaped design. This charming setup sits elegantly beside a pine garland, with a website link below.This post, DIY Fottery Christmas Trees, appeared first on Garrison Street Design Studio.

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