Making a Christmas Tree Bonsai

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thank you for all the kind comments. If you’d like to support the channel and enable me to keep creating videos like this, please consider joining my Patreon - www.patreon.com/bonsaireleaf. I’ll be sharing some of what goes into creating these videos, bonsai tips and tricks, and lots more!

[@erwinsoria]

I hope you released new video man

[@antosujarwo5015]

Dah lama g posting?

[@danieldalton8125]

The most anticipated bonsai content on social media and never disappoints!

[@GenuinelyCurious120]

Last one was kinda disappointing 😕

[@seandoyle6688]

@@GenuinelyCurious120Clearly this is what your parents said after you were born

[@shaneallen3502]

Totally agree, I've been waiting for another video for a while

[@jaskaran-ll3xk]

So true

[@bingus454]

@@seandoyle6688oohhhhh

[@isaacjaydensenior]

When Bonsai Releaf drops a video is like Christmas all over again

[@carolinalandfriedpaisajist2025]

BEAUTIFULL

[@TheSunnyTrails]

Seems like that’s when he bloody uploads.

[@dreamofwings]

I have so much respect for how you manage to keep track of your footage for these projects over the course of several years 😱 gorgeous as always!

[@Tore1972Wisdom]

I totally agree.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Many, many 4TB external hard drives 😅

[@tranthaibao13010]

Hi Bonsai Releaf, may i ask the name of cutting tool shears you use. Where i can buy it? At 11:16 for example

[@danielkosta3134]

@@tranthaibao13010 That is called a concave cutter. They are available from any source that sells bonsai tools. His is carbon steel. There is also stainless steel but more pricey.

[@Bonsaifly]

When Bonsai Releaf drops a video I just stop what I am doing and do some watching instead

[@izzakertv82]

Haha, me too ^^

[@rogersfc]

As everyone should

[@themichaellerner]

Agreed!

[@andersoned5878]

I don't know what impresses me more, the work and art of the bonsai, or the editing. Congratulations, great video.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Ed

[@MarioLopez-jd1rc]

@@BonsaiReleaf Felicitaciones desde Jujuy Argentina. Que especie es? Me confunde, tengo un cedrus Atlántica parecido. O es cedrus Deodara? Felicitaciones desde Jujuy Argentina. Que especie es? Me confunde, tengo un cedrus Atlántica parecido. O es cedrus Deodara?

[@justinyee5544]

Even the snipping sounds of the branches are in time with the music! Always blown away by your video production quality, truly top-notch!

[@KitakuBonsai]

I agree!!

[@kokosnusskaka]

The snow falling on the Bonsai tree was amongst the best shots in all crafting/DIY videos I've ever seen on youtube. As always I am impressed once again by your work!

[@KitakuBonsai]

Very well done, right?

[@Matt6644]

The opening shot of the finished tree, with the snow falling on it and the music, reminded me of a scene from Edward Scissorhands. Awesome tree and thanks for the effort you put into these videos. Happy new year!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Is that the scene where he's creating the ice sculpture? 😄

[@bellabellabelladonna]

“Posted 2 seconds ago” and I have never clicked anything that fast.

[@zsandmann]

YES!!! I knew the music and mood were reminding me of something and i couldn't put my finger on it.

[@Matt6644]

@@BonsaiReleaf That's the one.

[@sshuggi]

I love these types of bonsai where the original, strong growth shows that something catastrophic happened, but a new branch emerges with the same vigor as the old. It's like the hero's journey but with trees.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

It's amazing how much that top branch thickened once the tree accepted it as its new trunk

[@danielkosta3134]

@@BonsaiReleaf the plant hormones take over and the growth takes off.

[@KonradKvanli]

You create true art in not only bonsai but in filmmaking too. This is far beyond all other bonsai videos. Thank you.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thank you!

[@the_junk]

Agree

[@njzynj]

Best Bonsai content on KZbin! And your production value is off the charts!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Jen!

[@terrystrait1443]

As always your artistry in both bonsai and film production are amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Terry

[@dominicweber]

2 years to make this one video!! my delight knows no bounds

[@judlpd]

I find the time lapse footage of manipulating the wired branches so useful! It offers a good ‘feeling’ of the artistic.

[@Oscar-ns9wg]

i love how you explain every step of your work

[@sunscar7532]

I fall in love with this guy every time he drops a video 😤😆

[@boonjabby]

The vision to draw the tree and how it looks so similar 1.5 years later is uncanny, talented, remarkable and incredible foresight. I appreciate your story telling through your videos. I'm envious of your talents and patience.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Jim, appreciate the kind words!

[@allanchurm]

have been makeing shaping bonsai for nearly 50 years ..love to watch this channel a subscriber..thank you for such lovely way to present what you do

[@donhectorsalamanca]

You are so peaceful and nice and comforting. The perfect man with the perfect hobby. Thank you 💜

[@KitakuBonsai]

High compliments indeed!

[@yongyea4147]

Bravo!!!!! Best KZbinr ever!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@yongyea4147]

Thank you

[@SamJansson]

Stunning. I love that the spiralling flow of the branches make them feel like a separate entity to the straight, rigid trunk. Like some kind of creature climbing up it.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Sam, I have to admit that wasn't intentional but I liked it too. something I'll try to develop further as it grows!

[@RichyDYupYup]

Tenkai master strikes again!

[@Emily-fh8en]

These videos always make me so emotional for some reason

[@ertgb_]

These are some of the best videos I have ever seen, not even just on KZbin!

[@heikolaub5442]

Ein mega Kompliment an Dich perfekten Bonsai Künstler und Du bist DER MEISTER für Mich ... Weltklasse und einzigartig in der Ausführung im Detail !!!! Dankeschön für das tolle Video für Uns Alle...

[@goruka-en7928]

With such love and care you design a bonsai and made videos is really inspiring.

[@Augnos]

You never fail to impress. I've taken up caring for houseplants all over my home now for the last year, and I think your videos gave a lot of inspiration for me to do that. Thank you for all you do!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks for taking the time to comment, and I hope they bring you as much joy as mine do for me!

[@TonysBonsai]

Which is better - the production or the bonsai? I can't decide because they are both so good. Also that stop motion is brilliantly done. I would say this is your best video yet.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Tony. I enjoyed your greenwood-inspired spruce video too!

[@TonysBonsai]

Thankyou. That's great to hear, and like everyone else, I look forward to all your videos.

[@tomrohan8480]

Bruv I shud say u are a talented artist both on shaping a tree in to bonsai and on paper.. awesome talent

[@petesampson1454]

Amazing transformation 🔥

[@CJAYTODD]

Thank you for making a good day even better!

[@manusman3758]

Superb, the tree of course and the love you put in making the video. Thank you very much 👏👏👏👏👏

[@KitakuBonsai]

I second that!!

[@danbanham728]

2023 is already better just by watching this video, your content always amazes me just how professional it is, and what can I say about the tree..... just amazing.

[@billz.3444]

Love it! Great how it spans over years and not just a 30 min one time prune job. Looking forward to more videos.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Bill, hopefully lots more coming

[@jedd9183]

You were born for bonsai, humble, patient, a true master of your craft, imaginative and creative, simply awe inspiring. Thank you🤗

[@kaveeshadeneth8734]

My favorite bonsai artist ❤🥰

[@KitakuBonsai]

Very good indeed!

[@brainrussell6811]

Amazing skill and artist-tree... it's very calming just looking at the "finished" living sculpture.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

I might have to steal this pun 🤭

[@skrounst]

The prune clips on beat with the music, even with a long take ( 3:52 ) is maybe the most painstaking editing I've ever seen. Really underrated. Every time I see a new video of yours released, I stop what I'm doing and watch. It's a sight to behold.

[@yongyea4147]

Just thinking it's about time for another bonsai relief upload

[@yongyea4147]

Thanks for you

[@hectormendez6391]

What a great way of starting my day

[@nicklhuang]

Especially given the prevalence of short form content and immediate gratification these days, your dedication to an inherently long term craft and the sheer thoughtfulness that goes into it is so inspiring. Excellent. Thank you

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Very well done!!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Nigel! I particularly enjoyed your scots pine restyle(s) the other day 👍

[@МарияСалина-б5х]

Понятно, что такие шедевры не могут выходить часто, но как же хочется вновь увидеть такое чудо! Браво!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thank you 😅

[@EiseienBonsai]

Great video as always!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Bjorn. Just watched your Japan video - definitely making me want to visit!

[@shocksZN]

Avengers, assemble!

[@stevieboy826]

Just when you think the bar cannot get raised any higher.............it does just that. Absolutely mind blowing!

[@M_kanpur]

The pristine stop motion is always the highlight of the video for me. So satisfying to watch

[@Misha..K]

Thank you for showing us this beautiful process 💜 It's like the tree was sleeping in a sad dream and you helped him to wake up and be proud again.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

I like that!

[@boratitanius9923]

The music, the editing, the craftmanship, the time it took it make this, the pure joy. Just wow..! I dont think there is another channel videoupdate I click so fast on as this. And cool that its a norwegian tree ;)

[@huntervanasten1406]

the man simply DOES. NOT. MISS. Best bonsai content out there

[@clancyf4046]

Yay new bonsai relief video

[@lalathelemonllama]

I love that you include the reasons and all the steps of your process. It really gives good tips for those of us who are newer to bonsai. Also this tree literally looks so gorgeous!

[@johndaniel21343]

What an artist that's incredible! Best Bonsai video I ever saw in my life

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks John, glad you enjoyed it

[@mwtraining4310]

Your best video! Making a not so beautiful tree to look amazing and a lot older than it is. This one blow my mind! 🔥 🌲

[@yoteslaya7296]

Its all about correct scale

[@weiliming100]

It's ART and it takes a lot of dedication and patience👍👍

[@quangphamhong9919]

I feel really happy watching your videos. Thank you very much, best regards. Looking forward to the next videos

[@bartstellink307]

I really like the timelapse parts in your editing! Nice and clear videos.

[@corpson5417]

The snow falling on the tree is so magical... Sorta reminds me of a miniature piece of Narnia

[@claudioestrada1671]

The editing alone and time behind the footage is jawdropping. Needless to say the bonsai design itself. This guy can really create beautifull trees and great videos but surely there is a great amount of work behind every shot. Fantastic work, allways a joy to watch!

[@st.finnikin]

It is mindblowing how you edit these. The pine needles making a whole sentence - I know that took forever and it was such a quick clip. Thank you for sharing these incredible videos. I look forward to them.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

I definitely underestimated how long that would take 😅

[@nacho7872]

Nice video 👍. Thanks always for the high quality

[@Rexxis-Arcturus]

My jaw dropped when I saw that you waited to produce the vid with growth from prior seasons. Amazing patience, skill, and video production quality. Keep it up.

[@zanadoo1979]

Thank you for your videos. The trees are amazing and so is the production.

[@nuri-garden]

It's the most elegant bonsai video.

[@mikeswain1945]

Another long awaited video and, as usual, you never fail to impress. Brilliant video, brilliant work.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Mike

[@gerryvestering8383]

Flawless technique, excellent editing. Thanks for sharing.

[@НиколайКабешов]

Это шедевр!!! Молодчина. И операторская работа это высший пилотаж. Всегда с нетерпением жду Ваши видео. Спасибо за то, что вы делаете. Это очень вдохновляет. Удачи Вам. И с Новым Годом и Рождеством!!!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Спасибо! Вас тоже с Новым годом и Рождеством

[@morrypysarchik3195]

The best bonsai videos on the internet. You artistry is amazing.

[@SeekerKC]

Nostalgia bomb! 💥 It's as if a tree from "The Grinch" was made real! Absolutely gorgeous, & so very, very cool! 🎄

[@colwich]

I don’t know why, but your videos always give me goosebumps.

[@normangroen1208]

Best KZbinr in existence

[@oliverpage1012]

This guy doesnt miss.

[@BustsQuick]

Honestly. Just imagine how many future videos he's working on that we haven't seen. I love these videos. Pure relaxation.

[@bobsiegefreud2797]

You know its a good day when Bonsai Releaf brings out a video :)

[@KitakuBonsai]

😍😍😍

[@James-N01]

Yessssss! I actually thought over the Xmas holidays "it'd be great for Bonsai Releaf to make a Bonsai Xmas tree ......and low and behold you did! 😀

[@BonsaiReleaf]

It would have been good to have got it out just before xmas, but better late than never! 😅

[@thomasmorris8599]

By far the best bonsia content there is on KZbin, I've watched everyone of your videos a over and over. Please please please! Keep the content coming. Fantastic work and thank you for sharing your beautiful art work with us all.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks for the encouragement Thomas, hopefully lots more coming 👍

[@bingus454]

I mean disregarding the bonsai work for one second, that videography is absolutely flawless. I mean it’s just the right amount of music, angles, and even Timelapse’s. I can’t even begin to think how much effort went into that.

[@colinadams3466]

Beautiful work, as always. Thank you.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Colin

[@the-secrettutorials]

Most underrated channel

[@dolefomi]

I absolutely love your videos. They always come unexpected but always brings me peace in my everyday life. Keep up the good work!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

That's nice to hear! Thank you

[@farizializa]

Chanel bonsai yang paling aku suka, dan video yang selalu aku tunggu-tunggu, sukses selalu master, salam kenal dari Indonesia 🙏

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really amazing. I love you way of create bonsai...it is pure art...amazing

[@KitakuBonsai]

I think so too. Awesome stuff!

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One of THE absolute BEST video ive ever seen on bonsai! Clear, Precise, méditative and with no confusion!! Please keep it up!

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Your videos are pure bliss.. Those are work of fine art together with the bonsai specimen you design.

[@hoser9463]

i am an older noob half japanese bonsai enthusiast from north alabama, the skill and creativity is simply amazing sir, thank you. i also love the subtle humor..

[@xplosionrule]

I was so happy to see that you posted this! Nothing like a long day of work to come home and watch this masterpiece

[@TheRickestRick33]

Always mesmerized by your videos! Thank you 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dominika_mishka_klimczak]

I have yet to encounter such well-crafted films. I am delighted with the editing, framing and attention to detail. This is already a higher level. Besides, your videos allow me to relax and immerse myself in the beauty of the bonsai world like nothing else. Something extraordinary! You create natural works of true art.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks Dominika, this was an especially heart-warming message. I appreciate you taking the time to comment 🙏

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Love this vedio from srilanka . 🇱🇰

[@timbuck2223]

This is definitely the most beautiful bonsai I have seen. I love your videos, keep it up!

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thank you!

[@jacksonwalker6898]

It looks great and also looks like a tree from the grinch. I love it!

[@mephitis4343]

Simply the best bonsai content out there. Well done.

[@Aureora]

This is Art, the video, music, shots, editing, work. All of it. This is masterclass in every possible way.

[@technicalscience]

I just started doing the same to a Christmas tree, yours looked better from the start, I don't think my tree is the best specimen to use but I'm gonna give it a try anyway - this video has definitely added some inspiration. Your videos and trees are simply amazing, you're an artist.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Glad it helped. I plan to do a video one day with the type of tree you can buy from Sainsbury's just before xmas - that will be much more of a challenge I think!

[@jameslangschied7900]

This outstanding video is probably the best teaching tool on the internet today for any beginner or intermediate bonsai enthusiast. Without speaking a word, you have covered a multitude of difficult bonsai subjects with unparalleled perfection. We, your appreciative viewers, bow to your focus and artistry.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thanks for the kind words James!

[@Scar_does_stuff]

As always, watching you create these masterpieces was a very rewarding experience. What you create, your editing, and your music choices blend together perfectly. May this new year be filled with blessings for you and your family my friend.

[@BonsaiReleaf]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏 And for you and yours!

[@GaneshBhandari-rk6ki]

It's like watching a silent bonsai movie, beautiful work, detailed explanation. You're videos are awesome and really worth the wait. Thank you for sharing. Kudos

[@ugo5222]

As always, a masterpiece !

[@michaelkramer3468]

A masterpiece... Clear in its structure... a tree that already radiates that unobtrusive maturity that fascinates me so much about working with bonsai... thanks for that

[@KarIiah]

Always a treat to watch and so much to learn! Thanks for all your content!

[@himalayanwanderer6096]

You should be proud of yourself that you are a magician. I watched your videos many times from beginning to end but it was never possible to touch your thoughts.