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Sewing a Christmas tree: Instructions for a fabric fir tree

03.12.2020 by Sabine Schmidt

Weihnachtsbaum nähen: Anleitung für einen Tannenbaum aus Stoff

Sew a Christmas tree: With this guide, you can sew a decorative fir tree out of fabric in no time at all. You can download the sewing pattern for free here in the post.

The most important things at a glance

  • The fir tree is sewn from cotton fabrics and stuffed with polyester fiberfill
  • In this post, you will find a detailed step-by-step guide for the self-sewn Christmas tree
  • You can download the sewing pattern for free further down on this page
  • Sewing time: approx. 45 min. (it's worth it! :))

Sew a fir tree with a free sewing pattern

The most beautiful decorations are handmade, I think! And I never miss the chance to conjure up a decorative DIY project for my own four walls every year.

Self-sewn Christmas trees are a true classic! And they are very easy to sew. To make sure you succeed easily, I have a detailed sewing tutorial for you here, with which you can sew these cute little trees yourself with very little effort.

A downloadable sewing pattern for the 3D fabric Christmas tree in 3 sizes is also included in this post. You can use it to sew a wintry fir forest. Very cute with a few candles as table decor... :)

Sew a Christmas tree

The cute little car* fits perfectly, doesn't it? It's actually a Christmas tree ornament. But it works great for a little Christmas scene on the dining table... :)

Which fabrics are suitable for the little tree?

Woven fabrics like cotton or canvas are ideal. Tightly woven linen is also a good alternative. Because of the low fabric consumption, this sewing project is also great for using up fabric scraps or upcycling old jeans.

Sew a Christmas tree: Important materials

Sew a Christmas tree

Where can I download the template for the fir tree?

Click here for the free sewing pattern download:

In the sewing pattern, you will find the template for the Christmas tree in 3 sizes.

A seam allowance of 1 cm is already included in the sewing pattern.

Frequently asked questions

How do I sew a Christmas tree as a beginner?

The Christmas tree is simply sewn onto 6 triangles and then stuffed.

How long does it take to sew a Christmas tree?

Beginners can sew the fir tree in approx. 45 min.

What do I need for a fabric Christmas tree?

You need some cotton fabric (fabric scraps are also ideal) and fiberfill. As a template, you should download the free Christmas tree sewing pattern here on my blog.

Why should I sew a Christmas tree?

A self-sewn fabric fir tree is a cute gift for loved ones. It looks very beautiful and atmospheric as a decoration.

Which fabric is suitable for sewing a Christmas tree?

Woven fabric is best for the fabric trees. Cotton, canvas, tightly woven linen, or even leftover jeans are ideal.

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Step-by-step instructions

Sew a fabric Christmas tree

3D Christmas tree made from 6 fabric triangles: three triangles are turned right side out, topstitched in the middle and filled with stuffing to form a little tree. Makes lovely table or tree decoration.

  1. Step

    Cut six pattern pieces

    For the Christmas tree you need 6 identical pattern pieces. You can cut them from one fabric or mix fabric colours.

    Stack the folded fabrics on top of each other and cut all 6 pattern pieces in one go. This works best with a ruler and rotary cutter.

    Cut six pattern pieces
  2. Step

    Pin the first two pattern pieces together

    Pin the first two pattern pieces right sides together.

    The seam starts about 2 cm before the bottom corner, goes around the triangle and ends 2 cm past the second bottom corner.

    Pin the first two pattern pieces together
  3. Step

    Sew the first triangle

    Sew with a straight stitch and a seam allowance of 1 cm.

    Sew the first triangle
  4. Step

    Trim the seam allowances

    Trim the seam allowance at the corners to just short of the seam. This way the corners can be shaped more nicely afterwards.

    Trim the seam allowances
  5. Step

    Turn and press the opening

    Turn the triangle right side out, shape the corners and seams and press the seam allowances of the opening 1 cm to the inside.

    Turn and press the opening
  6. Step

    Sew two more tree pieces

    Sew the other two tree pieces the same way.

    Sew two more tree pieces
  7. Step

    Stack three triangles

    Place the tree pieces exactly on top of each other.

    Mark the centre of the triangle.

    Stack three triangles
  8. Step

    Stitch the centre line

    Sew the three triangles together with a straight stitch in a straight line from the bottom edge to the tip.

    Stitch the centre line
  9. Step

    Fill the pockets

    Fill the 6 pockets evenly with toy filling or wadding until they all feel similarly firm.

    Fill the pockets
  10. Step

    Close the base with a ladder stitch

    Close the openings at the base of the Christmas tree with a ladder stitch.

    Close the base with a ladder stitch
  11. Step

    Decorate (optional)

    If you like, you can now decorate the Christmas tree, for example with little metal bells or a simple velvet bow.

    Decorate (optional)

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About the author

Sabine

I come from Siegen-Wittgenstein, where I spent my childhood breaking in cows, jumping off haystacks and scraping a D- in needlework class.

Today, being creative feels like indescribable happiness to me – and it grows even more when I can share it with others. Since 2016 I have been celebrating my passion for sewing on this blog, and I love that sewing connects so many people.