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How to Make a Cardboard Christmas Tree


Put away your wood saw and replace it with a Makedo Safe-saw. Save a tree and find some old cardboard to turn into a DIY Cardboard Christmas Tree.
How to Make a Cardboard Christmas Tree

If there’s ever a designer creation you must build, this one is it. We’ve updated the instructions to our infamous Makedo Christmas Tree - and this time around, we’re also working on a mini table-top version!

What you'll need

  

Instructions

Step 1: Download our PDF template

Download this template file to start making your Makedo Christmas tree :)

Step 2: Cut

Referencing from the downloaded template, measure and cut out the cardboard triangles. You should have a total of 16 triangle panels.

Step 3: Score

Where the perforated line is illustrated in the template, lightly score the cardboard with the tip end of the safe-saw.

Step 4: Punch

Use the Makedo safe-saw to punch holes in each triangle panel as shown in the template.

Step 5: Fold

Fold along the creased line. Repeat steps 1-3 for the remaining triangular panels.

Step 6: Build

Each module uses four identical triangle panels. Place the flap of one triangle over the edge of the second and align the holes. Screw in place using Makedo cardboard construction tools.

Step 7: Connect

Fold in the flaps underneath and screw the corners together to complete the triangular module. You should have 4 modules. 1x A, 2x B & 1x C.

 
Step 8: Stack

Position the triangles on top of one another in the following order (from bottom to top): B - C - B - A.

Step 9: Decorate

Draw on the cardboard, attach DIY Christmas ornaments that you've made yourself or find other interesting ways to personalise your Cardboard Christmas Tree.

 
Step 10: Complete

Your Makedo Christmas tree is complete! Find a cozy corner or a warm spot by the fire (not too close!) where your tree can bring festive cheer to your home.

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