I had my husband cut me 2", 3", 4", 5", 6", 7" and 8" lengths from the yardstick with a saw. The little inch piece left over became the trunk.
You could use wire to join the pieces, but I tied them together with jute.
I added a metal, white snowflake to the top, and also a jute hang tie. The snowflake was cut off of a candle ring.
Here is the yardstick tree hanging below the fireplace mantel.
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39 comments:
Carlene I think this is so very unique. What a great thing to do with a yardstick!!! Love the jute and I agree...better than wire!
this is so cool! I know alot of people (me included) who would love to have this!!Thanks for sharing!!!
That is really a cute idea. I have been looking for yardsticks...no luck so far.
Well if you aren't "somethin"....I can't keep up with you! LOL! I haven't even made the book page tree yet! LOL! I have all kinds of yardsticks I was collecting years ago for a project and now I can't remember what the project was. I love the tree and you did a really nice job..the sanding and glaze and all made it really stand out. Very nice!
Carlene - really cute tree. I have a friend who collects and I will have to make one of those for her.
Thanks!
Judy
Very cleaver! I like when people come up with their own ideas.
A very creative idea and I love it. What a unique decorative Christmas Tree. Love the star sitting on top.
Happy Thanksgiving.
~Emily
The French Hutch
Another fun idea Carlene. It turned out really cute!
Hugs,
Jann
I want this!!!
I have a weekend party I'd love for you to share this on:
http://westernwarmth.blogspot.com
Thanks!
Bobi
Adorable! I especially love the warm wood tone against white. I think I need to look for those old yardsticks I've got laying around. Thanks for sharing, Carlene!
Where do you come up with all these clever ideas? Such a cute tree. We all have old yard sticks lying around--time to use them!
Oh my goodness Carlene. This is so adorable! I love projects that repurpose things.
happy weekend.
Danielle
Carlene: Another masterpiece. Now, will we ever be able to see an actual room with all your pretty and hard work displayed?..Happy Weekend..Judy
Carlene, this is so cute!! You are one creative cookie. I also love the paper tree in the flower pot.
You've certainly added to my to do list!
Happy Thanksgiving to you.
Hugs,
Patti
Cute, cute, cute...love it :)
Great, fun way to enjoy your old yardsticks!
I have been saving up odd shutter slats to make a tree. Never even thought of my yardstick collection. I love this so much better than the shutter slats that I have to use it. Thank you for sharing a great idea. How unique!
So cute... love the warm patina. Just hope you don't need to measure anything over 8" anymore. :)
I love this. Such a unique piece. I am following you on GFC. I though I was already following you, but I guess not. Well, I am now. :-) I'd love for you to visit Posed Perfection sometime. Have a wonderful week!
Blessings,
Nici
Well, this is sooo stinkin' cute, Carlene. I could do this very thing if only I had a cute, vintage, pretty wooden yardstick. :))
I love it and you did such a good job on it.
Oh, I love this! So unique and clever. You did a fabulous job. Thank you so much for sharing this week at A Bouquet of Talent. Love having you!! :)
Hugs
This is soo cute!!
Susan
This is great! I am pinning this directly from your site!!! Great project!
Just when I was talking about how clever you are, I scroll down and find another brilliant idea! This is so cute, and you are just a smarty! laurie
Started out as a tree . . . ended up as a tree!
Tree-chic!
LOVE this!!!! Pinned:) Following your blog now. Follow me too at www.sewsweetvintage.com I posted "dolled up" to Coastal Charm:)
Very cool! I love vintage Christmas decor! I found you via Coastal Charm. I'd love it if you came by and said hey at my place!
Alyssa
www.myclevernest.com
I love this repurposed yardstick tree! Pinning!
<3 Christina at I Gotta Create!
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Love this! Hope you don't mind if I feature this cool project tomorrow! Great inspiration!
Holly
www.lifeasathrifter.com
Found this through Holly @ Life as a Thrifter and I have to say: I love it! Such an awesome idea! I would have never thought to do it myself.
LOVE this idea! What a clever use of a yardstick!
LOVE this idea! What a clever use of a yard stick.
I love this! And wouldn't that be the perfect tree for a handyman's office ;o)
Love this idea Carlene. I have about 6 old yard sticks just sitting in a pile and don't know what to do with them. I kind of hate to cut them up but I love this idea. I've thought of using them as edging for 'something' but there they sit. lol
Really cute. Thanks for shaing.
I think that's a very cute and unique idea.
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How fun :0) Of course my maiden name is Montgomery so I think it is extra special with my name right in the middle!
Merry Christmas, thanks for sharing this cute idea :0)
I am old enough to remember shopping at "monkeys"as we used to call it. Also appropriate for the holiday. With all the glitter we sometimes forget that the Lord was a carpenter. It would be a nice conversation piece in my home. There is always a use for things it just takes a clever person to bring it on!
joyce gregory
Que idea mas chula, seguro que las próximas navidades hago algo por el estilo.
un saludo.
casadapaulina♥jabones
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