what you need:
pliers with a wire cutter(πένσα με κόπτη σύρματος και 22-24 μ.σύρμα)
and 22 or 24 gauge wire
Cut about 30 pieces of
your wire and the length
should vary between
5 and 7 inches.
If the pieces are really bent,You need to pull out
about 8 strands 1 1/2"
longer than the other
pieces. Grab them from
around the circumference
of the bundle.
This is what the tree
will stand on.
Wrap the trunk of
your tree. Make sure
not to cover the strands
that you've pulled out.
And leave about
half of it unbundled
so you have enough
space for the branches.
bend extra 1 1/2"
of wire outward
Use your pliers to roll the
sharp ends of the wire.
This will protect the
surface of what your tree
rests on.
Adjust the wires so that it sits
evenly and it stands on its own.
now it's time to start
making the branches!
Usually, I make about
5 main branches,
but this is your tree!
You can make however
many you want!
It's a good idea to look
at trees without leaves.
If you live in CA, like me
you can google trees in the winter.
(and frustrating) is that
you're working in space.
So if the tree looks great
from one angle, rotate it
and see how it changes.
Here's how mine looks:
I also bend the ends at the top because I like to hang
jewelry on my trees and I don't like getting scratched by
sharp wire.
But, if you're making it just for looks I do prefer the straight
end look.
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