How To Flock Your Faux Christmas Tree
I’ve had a non-flocked Christmas tree for years and have wanted to flock it for a while now. Well, I finally did it, and it was super easy!
You only need a few items to get this tree flocked. I didn’t go super heavy on the flocking. For one, it was freezing outside, and I wasn’t sure how messy it would be once I got the tree inside. So I would call this tree snow-kissed, with a light dusting of snow.
Items For This Project
- Tree (real or fake)
- Snow Flock Powder
- Water Bottel
- Sifter
- Hose (Optional)
I found my snow flock powder on Amazon, along with the water bottle. I will link them below.
How Much Flocking To Use On A Tree
This will depend on how thick you like your flocking and the size of your tree. I did a light dusting on my 12′ tree and used one 5 lbs. box of flocking. For a heavier flock, I would have used two boxes.
Flocking the Tree
I started by laying each section of the tree on the ground. I leaned it up against the fence for a bit more support. The directions on the Snow Flock Box say to wet the branches with a water bottle, but I decided to mist it with the hose. This was a bit faster. After misting the branches, I added some flock to my sifter and started to sift. This was a little messy but nothing too excessive to clean up. If you have a drop cloth or tarp to lay under the tree, I would recommend using one. It just makes for easier cleanup. While sifting, I sprayed the branches with the water bottle to set the snow flock. The water activates the adhesive. repeated this step while turning each tree section to ensure every branch is covered. Repeat the above steps until you reach your desired flocking thickness. If I had another box of Snow Flock, I might have gone a bit more heavy on the branches. I let the tree dry for a couple of hours and then brought it inside.
How Long Does The Process Take?
I would say overall, it was under two hours. Not including the drying time. Time will also depend on how thick you want your flocking. This is not a very time-consuming DIY project.
Is Flocking Safe for Kids and Pets?
As far as I know, I believe this is a safe technique. Make sure to read all the packaging for any safety hazards and concerns.
After I had the tree assembled inside the house, I went back with my flock, dusted over some missed spots, and let it dry for an hour or so before decorating.
I love the soft glow of my snow-kissed Christmas tree.
Overall this was a fun little DIY project. How many years will I get from this one-time flock job? Who knows, it may all fall off once I take the tree down. But for now, I’m happy with it, and it looks beautiful. Next year I may try to go a little thicker.
Happy Flocking! Cheers, Stephanie
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