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20 Oct

How to Add Snow to an Artificial Tree

How to Add Snow to an Artificial Tree

Today I’m showing you how to give an artificial tree that flocked, snowy look in no time. I love this technique because you can control how “snowy” you want your tree to be simply by adding a little bit of paint or applying it more generously.

I decided to try this idea because I wanted a “lightly flocked” look and most stores only had a heavy snow version. I was surprised at how easy this was with only 3 items:

  • white acrylic paint
  • glitter
  • paint brush
Make sure you prepare your tree and make sure the branches look the way you want them before you begin. I also dusted off the branches with a wash cloth so I had a clean surface.
Now you’re ready to begin!

How to Add Snow to Articial Tree

First, you’re going to grab your white paint and glitter. I used the Creatology Glitter brand and Folk Art in Wicker White. You can use any brand you’d like.
Have left-over paint from painting your trim or walls? Feel free to use that, too!

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There are only TWO steps … super simple!

Brush on the white paint lightly by bouncing the paintbrush vertically on the tree. Make sure to avoid painting the lights (you may want to use a smaller brush, too}!

CRAFT TIP: Make sure to start at the top and work your way down because the glitter can be very messy.

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Sprinkle on the snowy glitter pretty generously to give it that “just like snow” look.
IMPORTANT:  Make sure to do small sections at a time so the paint doesn’t dry before you add glitter! Wet paint makes the glitter stick.

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Repeat the above steps until you have your tree just the way you like it.

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Now you have a gorgeous lightly flocked tree ready to decorate with ornaments, garland, packages, and more!
This year I added peppermint and snowflake themed ornaments to my tree and I love how it turned out, especially with the faux snow!

Make sure to hop on over and see my Peppermint and Snow themed tree…

Peppermint and Snow Christmas Tree

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Comments

  1. Chelle says

    November 18, 2012 at 4:03 AM

    How you say…….? G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S?!!!!! Why couldn’t you do this on a real tree? That is SOOOO pretty. You’re makin me want to go buy an artificial tree JUST to flock it!
    kweenbee_612@yahoo.com

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 19, 2012 at 1:54 AM

      Thank you Chelle!

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    • kritafo says

      November 5, 2013 at 3:17 PM

      I love my flocked tree, I also added pinecones. PS Chelle, you can get live trees flocked at many nurseries in the USA. I haven’t found anyone in Canada, but they are gorgeous and sometimes you can even get them flocked in colours.

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  2. Debbie says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    Oh my goodness! You are awesome! I soooooo wanted a flocked tree last year but it was way out of my price range. I already had a new tree and couldn’t justify buying another one. I’ve racked my brain for a year on how do to the fake snow without using spray fake snow. You’re the best and you made my day. I can’t wait now to do my tree this way. I may even bring my poor, neglected blog back to life to show you my tree.

    Thanks so much. Again, you are DA BOMB!

    Debbie

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 19, 2012 at 1:55 AM

      You’re too kind!
      It’s a great way to spice up an old tree…I love how it turned out!
      It’s pretty fun, too…took about 2 hours.

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  3. Natasha SerenityYou says

    November 18, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    wow!!! love this great tip!! would have never even thought of doing anything like this. I have a plain green tree and really wanted one that looked like it had snow on it, thanks to you Now I don’t have to buy a new one!!! Pinned

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 19, 2012 at 1:56 AM

      Yes, don’t buy a new one! It’s so simple. I accidentally paint a few bulbs on accident but the paint scraped right off!
      Have fun!

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  4. Two Shades of Pink says

    November 19, 2012 at 4:48 AM

    I absolutely adore this clever idea. And I’m all for some simple, on the cheap projects that had this kind of result. Looooove it!

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 20, 2012 at 4:35 PM

      Simple and inexpensive? My favorite kind of crafts!!

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  5. gina says

    November 19, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Beautiful!!!!

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 20, 2012 at 4:35 PM

      Thanks Gina!
      I was thrilled with how it turned out and can’t wait to show you the decorated Christmas tree!

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  6. Janis@All Things Beautiful says

    November 20, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    Love it!!!! I’m gonna try this on some wreaths that look super fake. I think the flocking will bring them alive! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 26, 2012 at 4:35 AM

      Janis, I’m going to flock a couple of wreaths, too! So simple and you are welcome!

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  7. Anonymous says

    November 23, 2012 at 11:12 PM

    Your tree is absolutely beautiful!!!!! I’m inspired\
    Thanks, Vikki

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 26, 2012 at 4:35 AM

      Thank you Vikki!!

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  8. cindy8w says

    November 26, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    Gorgeous!!! You have amazing talent! Thanks for making this fabulous idea available to us! I cannot wait to do mine, but I was wondering if you have any thoughts about storage after the season is over? Are you going to do anything special with it?

    Thanks Kari!

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      November 26, 2012 at 4:36 AM

      Good question! I plan on storing it the same way as I normally do {it will easily fold up in the box}.
      Thanks Cindy!

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  9. grammydee says

    December 20, 2012 at 4:27 AM

    do you start at the top or bottom

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      December 20, 2012 at 8:56 PM

      I started at the top, but you could do either way!

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  10. Melanie says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    This is gorgeous!! What color glitter did you use? Silver? White?

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  11. Melanie says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    I love this! It’s gorgeous! The whole tree!! I love peppermint decorations! So…what color glitter did you use? Silver? White? Something else?

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  12. Mique (as in Mickey) says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    2 steps? Awesome. It turned out fabulous Kari!! xo

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  13. Gail says

    November 5, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    What a gorgeous tree!! I love your idea but I can still see glitter getting over everything and sometimes missing the wet paint. Since you used a brush and put the white paint on first and then sprinkle the glitter on, what about combining the two first make glitter paint? Do you think the effect would be the same?

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  14. Simple Simon and Company says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Oh….I love it!
    Elizabeth

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  15. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    This is so clever! I am pinning!!!

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  16. I {heart} Nap Time says

    November 5, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    Super cute tree! Love how it turned out!

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  17. Lil' Luna says

    November 6, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Such a great idea!! It looks better than the ones at the store!!

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  18. Amy {The Idea Room} says

    November 9, 2013 at 5:52 AM

    So creative!!

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  19. Amy {The Idea Room} says

    November 9, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    So creative!!

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  20. Irving In Motion says

    November 24, 2013 at 4:59 AM

    I love it! (Silver or white glitter?)
    Thanks!!

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  21. Mehrens Designs says

    December 9, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    I looooove it!! starting todat!!

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  22. Mehrens Designs says

    December 9, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    I looooooove it!! starting today:)

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  23. colette Qualls says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Thank you for making it easy o flock a christmas tree, i have looked at a lot of ideas yours was the best and easiest and the smartest

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  24. Liz says

    September 25, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    I was just wondering how the tree has held up. Is it still as pretty and white or did it turn that awful yellow color?

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    • Kari Sweeten says

      September 25, 2015 at 9:58 AM

      it’s actually just as white as when I first painted it! Great question Liz! Thanks for asking

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  25. Gale Jenness says

    December 28, 2016 at 12:42 AM

    sounds like a great idea, I’ve been looking for fake branches that already had a fake snow on them to use for making my artificial wreaths I like making. I’ve had a couple I’ve found with just a little snow here and there. They turned out nice, but still wanted more snow on the whole wreath! This may do the trick? I”m looking forward to giving it a try! thanks for the great idea!

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  26. D Burke says

    November 11, 2018 at 5:40 PM

    This is my favourite I really love this unfortunately I live in nl so i do not have access to the beautiful decorations such an amazing job on this tree

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