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My fifth year decorating a Christmas tree for the Michaels Makers Dream Tree Challenge. I’ve always named my trees. This year it’s “Mrs Claus Cottage Christmas Tree”! We all know that Mrs Claus does a lot of the work at Christmas! And, of course, she needs a relaxing spot to sit by the fire, drink hot cocoa, eat a few homemade cookies and enjoy her Christmas decor! So, I’m sharing my version of Mrs Claus Cottage Christmas Tree! All the items on the tree came from Michaels Stores
I really wanted to have a red and white buffalo check ribbon for the tree. The stores have a great selection of ribbons but just not what I had imagined. So, I painted my own ribbon (more details in another post). I watched two Christmas movies, relaxed and painted away! I quite enjoyed painting the ribbon. It has a watercolor, cottage feel – just what I was going for.
A few close-up shots…
Michaels has their largest tree assortment this year, including colored and flocked trees. Check out all of their trees, ornaments and coordinating holiday décor on Michaels.com
Are you inspired to start creating and decorating for your Christmas tree? Make sure you visit Michaels’ blog, The Glue String, to see the rest of the Michaels Makers’ dream holiday trees that were created this year.

Toni…this is absolutely stunning! I love the colors and accents and can’t wait to hear about that painted ribbon! Beautiful!!
Thank you, Julia! It’s my favorite Christmas tree so far!
Hi Toni, I noticed the red Checkered ribbons which are nice combination. I got an idea on how to decorate our Christmas tree at home. thanks a lot for sharing.
April,
Thank you! It would be great to see your tree! Please share : )
Toni
Hi Toni,
Every year I am decorating our tree, this year, I will make one just like yours.
Nice one! Thanks.
Clariz,
You’re so kind! I would love to see your tree!
Toni
Oh goodness, beautiful! Thank you. Such terrific ideas to gather from your dream tree.
Thank you so much Jerry! It was a fun tree to design and decorate!
This is such a lovely, beautiful and homey tree. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Bobbi! It brings a smile to my face every time I walk in the room.
Toni
I love this Christmas Tree, i got so much idea now about decorating tree, thanks.
Joana – thank you for your sweet comments.
Toni
Oh, this tree makes me so happy. It’s so perfect!
I love it too! My favorite tree to date!
beautiful!
Thank you, Melissa!
Toni, beautiful tree, where can I find the red truck?
Rose –
I purchased it a a local store that sells used/vintage items. The truck is new it’s not vintage. Here are some similar ones online (aff) https://amzn.to/2feXH7V
Good luck!
You’re so creative and talented! I wish I could come up with stuff like this!! Beautiful!
I really enjoy doing it. Thanks for your kind comment!
Saved as a favorite, I like your web site!
Thank you!!