How to Make A Wooden Christmas Tree out of 2x4's || BUT This Time It's MASSIVE!!!

[@JimNorris-o4v]

Thank you for the plans. Free is certainly not something I see on these how to channels very often if ever. I’ll pray the good Lord rewards you with His many graces for your act of kindness. Blessings my friend!

[@dgoins6]

I built the small 14" trees and they turned out great. I decided to build a set of taller trees; 2, 3, and 4 foot high. At 30° the trees looked short and fat, so I modified your design. The top two pieces I cut at 45°. This narrows the base to give it a slimmer look. Also, because these are intended for outdoor use, I drilled 1/2" holes in the base to add 12" spikes pounded into the ground. This will keep them from falling over. The last modification I made was to cut the wood to 2-1/2" x 1-1/4". I don't like the wood looking "2x4"ish. I bought 2×6 then ripped to size. Not bragging, just sharing my interpretation of your design. Thanks!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I like the explanation and I appreciate the time that you took to type that out.

[@camillmarches-vo5nd]

Mi dai le misure in cm grazie

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@camillmarches-vo5nd 20 1/2" =52.07cm, 4 at 26.67cm (10 1/2") that are parallel sides, 1 at 26.67cm (10 1/2") that is a trapezoid, 1 at 33.02cm (13"), and 1 at 36.83cm (14 1/2").

[@k9kayaks]

I started following your channel when I saw your Christmas trees last season. For this Christmas my special needs son and I made about 20 of them back in August for this years gifts. We have 20 year old picket fencing and used the pickets. We did a variety of washed paints. White, blue, orange, green and natural. We used slices of pine trees for the base and small slices for the candle holders. On the inside we used ribbon and tied a bell to them and glued the ribbon on the inside top and it hangs down. Teacher and aids will get theses as gifts. I have a bunch of Ryobi battery tools and the nail gun comes in handy 👍 We also had some extra 5 1/4 boards and made a big tree similar to your 2x4 👍🎄

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It sounds like y'all are having a great time building them. That's great to read. I'm glad to have inspired some projects.

[@dad7256]

I like the size, looking at it after you assembled it and was thinking maybe cutting the angles on the inside so that you can add a couple of shelves. My wife has a number of small figurines that would fit great on them . Great work, thanks for sharing!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Shelves on the smaller ones don't give very much space, but on this size they would be a great size.

[@larrysowders2870]

That's what it needs is shelves great job Andy

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@larrysowders2870 They should be easy to cut. Use some 30 degree angles to match the branches.

[@lucyanneanne5411]

Hi Andy, Andy, l came from your making little Christmas trees, which l loved. Was going to start making some. But know l will be making some of these as they look beautiful. I have just started wood working at 73 and loving it. You for me make it so easy to follow, thank you for that. God bless and happy Christmas. Lucy from the Uk. X

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad that you're enjoying the videos. The goal it to make it so anyone can follow along. I'm glad you're enjoying working at any age 😊

[@dickgrim9054]

I made some of these trees this year. Two of them were 5 feet tall for my daughter and one was for my wife but it was only 35 inches tall. I cut my angles at 22.5 and 45 for the top two pieces. I also used screws and ran them the inside and puttied the holes.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Absolutely a great option. Those angles make them taller and skinnier, right?

[@josephwilliams2502]

Have been watching your tree videos andmade some of your smaller ones with great success. I finally took plunge for a larger one and dry fitted it for now. I had one question that just got answered in comments dealing with top heavy. Thanks. 11:34

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Out of curiosity, What was your question?

[@josephwilliams2502]

@cedarriverwoodworking Given the height of the larger ones I was concerned about top heavy. One of the comments made addressed drilling a couple holes in base and driving a spike! I think I am going to set one in a plastic flower pot, put spike in and then set some quick-set......then I can move it around patio or drive.....possible put some mini-lights on them! I am retired with too much time on my hands!

[@woodandwheelz]

I am going to making taller trees and am going to use the 45° angle at the top. And, instead of 30° for the other cuts, I'm going to use 22.5°. As someone else said, it makes a less squatty tree at the bottom. I also don't like the 2x4 look and planned on taking the original rounded edge off. However, I plan on routing a round over that will make it look like it was supposed to be that way.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

The 45 degree ones ate taller and thinner. I like the ideas and am interested in seeing how they turn out.

[@cabman86]

I have my harbor freight brad nailer and compressor. They work great.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad that affordable tools can be good too.

[@haroldbehar9703]

Hey Andy, great explanation of instructions. I made one yesterday out of 1x4 and it came out awesome.. I definitely want to make one with a 2x4. Thanks.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@ellenmcgrath8241]

I made one last year, I am thinking about putting some lights around the perimeter. Thank you for your excellent instructions. Kansas lady here

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you. I appreciate your support.

[@fredericksmith6591]

Thank you best understanding on how to do this tree you slowed it down and I got it. subscribed 4 Life

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad I could help and I hope I continue to earn your subscription.

[@fredericksmith6591]

Consider it done

[@UNKLE61]

I love watching all your projects.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you very much.

[@websterbehrens7837]

Great project and video.......keep them coming !

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the support.

[@timritter4271]

Enjoying your channel!! I really love seeing all the Christmas ideas that people come up with. I am also a fellow Quaker guy. Mechanic at the Danville plant(26yrs)

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm an electrician here! I'm glad you're liking the videos. I appreciate the support.

[@dian3145]

Congrats on 10k! 50 by the end of the year is a good stretch goal 😊

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@brianmccully3040]

Glad the algorithm found my way to your videos. Subscribed!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you and I appreciate the support.

[@Moknowsnothing]

lol I saw your original video and decided to just 3x all your measurements and had to play around with the pieces and measurements at the end but I got it done nicely

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I will probably have one more video come out in this with the last version being almost 10 ft tall.

[@byfordbarnard2264]

I just found your channel, I’d already made one before, but I’m following you now to c what else you’ll make. Ty

[@wwoodsanddesigns]

Funny, because as I am building the smaller one now, I was thinking of making a taller one, after this one successfully is built, for the front porch! Thanks for sharing.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I've had people asking for 5ft trees after I made this one. They look great with shelves in them.

[@larrystone5749]

Great job and project thx for sharing Keep building

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words.

[@Imatrucker100]

Thanks for the tutorial! I'm going to make one tomorrow ❤

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

You'll have to let me know how it turns out.

[@user-gy1xs5sb8n]

Thanks amigo gonna make a few thanks again!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you for your support.

[@bryanp1969]

Haa I made a 3 ft tree about 2 weeks ago!! Thanks for posting this video

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@cabman86]

Well, you were at 21.5K subs at the beginning of November. Maybe 40K by January 1?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

We can shoot for that. I appreciate your confidence in me.

[@sandrataylor-burns2550]

I love your videos. Subscribed the very 1st time I watched. Amazing content.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I appreciate the kind words and your support.

[@junea3259]

Yup i loved that video... just subscribed

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for your support!

[@anthonyfitch6391]

Very nice !! Looks like you got rid of those rounded edges with a jointer? Definitely a great way to make these look good.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Actually they are just raw 2x4s. I didn't straighten them at all. Thank you for your support.

[@carolyndonner5189]

Love your videos

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you and I appreciate the support.

[@johnbaker7182]

Next goal should be be more videos. I am subscribed.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Absolutely working on more videos now and if you ever have any suggestions feel free to let me know. I appreciate the support.

[@rainieanderson5781]

Would love to know your formula for size, I would like to make different heights. For both the 2x4 tree and the 1x2 tree. I think staggering the heights would look great. So glad I came across your channel.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

If you take the original video, you can just multiply each measurement by the same amount and it will give you the different sizes.

[@rainieanderson5781]

Thank you😊

[@Sawmill.skills.indonesia]

Good

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thanks

[@OppoGenius]

Love the 2x4 tree style, Andy. Gonna try make a few of these as I dig the bigger size. Quick question for ya: have you tried to joint and plane these pieces prior to glue up/nailing? If so, does it change anything? I don't anticipate it would if I'm thinking about it correctly (newbie woodworker for sure) but thought I'd pick your noodle to see if you had any tips on that. Love the content! Keep it coming! Thanks!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you and I appreciate the support. That shouldn't change it at all.

[@jeanettapocius2286]

What price point would you sell these at?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I sell the small ones at $25. These could probably sell a little higher even though the material costs are lower.

[@tobyssawdust2498]

hi andy do you have a cut list of your 2x4 christmas tree with the angles also and thank you for your time

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Yes, they are in the video.

[@ricksharp259]

I was wondering what your work bench top is made of. I am setting up my shop and want something easy to clean and maintain

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It's 1/2" OSB that has been painted and then clear coated. With the clear coat it does make it easier to clean.

[@vincentmcclelland9179]

Cordless drill and 2 in. trim head screws would also work

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Absolutely a good option too.

[@Graeme-wo3wl]

Subscribed👍

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you very much for your support.

[@NathanTalbertWoodworking]

I almost went with pneumatic nail guns when i got started a few years ago and randomly decided to go with the battery operated ones instead. I think it was the happiest accident I made getting started.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

They are a little heavy but yes they are great.

[@lopaka76]

2-0 on projects. Lol You've gotten a new subscriber. This is a fun and easy design. How is the Hercules saw working out? I've looked at them off and on for awhile. The price is great, how is the durability?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It's the first tool that I bought for my shop actually. So I've had it about 5 years and have built probably 60 hardwood tables (oak, maple, walnut, etc.) and have had zero issues. When you have them tuned in and have a good blade in them ( like this amzn.to/3Mii1Yc ) They are very hard to beat for the money. Thank you for the subscription. It means a lot to me.

[@matto1i]

Brad nails seem a good cheat, clamps are hard with these shapes

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Exactly What I was thinking too.

[@amymeyeraan-wz9fy]

Hi Andy! Would you ever consider making a big tree like at least a 5 foot one? What size boards would you use?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

If you double the measurements again it will give you one that is about five and a half feet tall.

[@caren7441]

We actually just made one of those with 22.5 degree cuts and two 45 degree at top. They are nice. May try this one with the 30 degree

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I like the 30 degree cuts, because then you don't need to move the saw.

[@jorgeherrera3554]

New follower here😂 My new project for Christmas is on the way.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you and I appreciate the support.

[@everydaywithaj8028]

What do you charge for this size?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

If you made a shelf to go on them, you could easily sell them for $40.

[@HanktheTank349]

Jumped here from your small tree build. My wife's coworkers are asking me to make some very large trees for them. Any tips would be great!!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Large trees like this one? or a different style?

[@tylerweikum2918]

I have a question, I just started doing some woodworking recently, I am fairly new to it. If I wanted 4 branches @ 5 feet tall, how exactly could I figure that out?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Good question. If you double the dimensions of this build. It will give you a 5ft tree. So if you were to double the length of the bottom that will give you the right width. after that it's a process of figuring out what cuts you need for 4 branches. If you aren't drawing them out it's almost trial and error.

[@jimoverschmidt8169]

I was considering this too. How does it look with more branches? @tyler

[@user-nc2wk1pf6l]

What would be the dimensions for like a 6 ft tall tree

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

to get a 5ft you double the measurements.

[@bagadonutz5717]

Don’t stop now ! it’s time to add led ribbons (with an RGB controller )on the backside …lol

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Haha soon I'll be making a 10 foot version of this tree.

[@bagadonutz5717]

Lol

[@byfordbarnard2264]

How do u like that miter saw, I’m looking to get a new one, considering Hercules like u have?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

When they are tuned in and have a good blade on them, they are hard to beat for the price.

[@tntmoor4658]

Hi Andy..would you have dimensions for a 2ft tall tree using 1x4s? Thanks. 14" came out great.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

You can multiply all the dimensions by 1.7 to get that, but I dont have them on the top of my head.

[@tntmoor4658]

Thanks very much...much easier to do a lot of things with good instructional videos.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@tntmoor4658 I completely understand.

[@kesselton4657]

How tall is the finished product?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

About 30 inches.

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

👍

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

👍🏽

[@ZealousDragon]

Bro, Who did you make mad? Just sat through your video and only thing I see that would bother anyone would be the pacing and repeating things but none of which warrants so many thumbs down. I thought it was a great idea, enough so I am considering doing some but changing the trunk to a smaller size so I can use 1 board. Then paint them different colors and wrap lights around them and stick a few in my front yard for the Holidays. Thanks for the idea and including the details so I can do them myself!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I must be missing where I'm getting the thumbs downs. If they don't like the channel and are giving a thumbs down, KZbin still sees it as engagement and will continue to push the video out there. For the pacing and repeating, unfortunately it seems needed for some. Anyways I appreciate the feedback and your support.

[@ZealousDragon]

Okay... MY BAD, I am going to strike through that comment, Now it shows 0. It must be because I have that add-on that shows the count and it isn't working right. Again, great video and Thank You.@@cedarriverwoodworking

[@ZealousDragon]

PS: SUBSCRIBED!!

[@matthewbenndotcom]

Added two trapezoids in the center and made a xmas tree shelving units out of this. Next I'm going to try adding some dividers to make and advent calendar of sorts. Just need to figure out the correct proportions for putting battery powered tealights in each 'cubby'

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I love the modification. These always do well with shelves.

[@user-pg7cr7ih5l]

Where did you get your miter saw?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It's from Harbor freight www.harborfreight.com/12-in-dual-bevel-sliding-compound-miter-saw-with-precision-led-shadow-guide-56682.html If you dont have one near by maybe they can ship. it is the clone of the dewalt 780. amzn.to/3sntyPd They are both great saws and I would recommend a good blade on wither like this one. amzn.to/3QEhxOK

[@user-pg7cr7ih5l]

No one ever reviewed this miter saw forbeginners....always say good things about the name brands though

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@user-pg7cr7ih5l What's that?

[@Tripring2000]

How do you like your Hercules miter saw? Have been toying with the idea of getting one.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It's good for the money. I would recommend putting a good blade on it and tuning it in and they are great. a blade like this. amzn.to/3tPTMuh

[@camillmarches-vo5nd]

Mi può dare le misure in cm grazie

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

20 1/2" =52.07cm, 4 at 26.67cm (10 1/2") that are parallel sides, 1 at 26.67cm (10 1/2") that is a trapezoid, 1 at 33.02cm (13"), and 1 at 36.83cm (14 1/2").

[@camillmarches-vo5nd]

@@cedarriverwoodworking grazie da italia

[@carolyndonner5189]

What kind of glue and brad nails do you use

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I do go over that in the assembly section but here are some links to what I use. brad nails: amzn.to/40fjoN6 Wood glue: amzn.to/3QBp4hf

[@frankwolf9187]

Where did you get that glue bottle?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I got this three pack off amazon. amzn.to/3FEkWXy

[@torowazup1]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👌🏼😎

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you.

[@forloveofthegrain]

Now all you need to do is a 6 to 10 foot tall yard tree lol

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Haha. Challenge accepted.

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

Every single one I have built to someone specs never fits together properly. When I go to put the top on there is a big gap between the 2 branches

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Interesting, Is one of the pieces in the incorrect place?

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

@cedarriverwoodworking you know I thought the same thing at first but no I had all in the right spot. 30° angles on all parts and followed all the steps making these. I'm so confused lol I did change some of the lengths and got it better but super weird to me lol

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@WestMichiganJigCo hmm. If you have facebook you can find us there and you can send over some pictures. I might be able to figure it out that way.

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

@@cedarriverwoodworking just sent you a message

[@carlosroman7750]

I saw your previous videos, what color paint you use and do you use spray or brushing?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

You can spray or brush them. I prefer natural stain.

[@carlosroman7750]

@@cedarriverwoodworking what type of natural stain who makes it?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@carlosroman7750 You can find them at any hard wear store, or here is an example on Amazon. amzn.to/3QjLDpy

[@ErikHovedskou77]

Hi Andy, great video, and I am making a video about a big tree as well right now😂 just subscribe to your channel.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thanks for the sub!

[@ErikHovedskou77]

@@cedarriverwoodworking no problem 😁 I see we are making similar small project 👍🌲

[@josiejohnson4653]

HOW DO I GO ABOUT MAKING A 5FT TALL ONE

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

This is about 30" tall. You could double all of the measurements and it will be about 60" tall. I could make a video if you need, but the measurements should be easy to just double.

[@dbreezy1201]

Why 2x4 over the 1x4?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

It gives that "beefier" look, and 2x4's in my area are cheaper than 1x4's

[@mrmyblessednest1722]

Another great build Andy! Thanks! I would probably buy a 2x4x104 5/8 my local Lowe’s has them for $3.92!

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

A 2x4x10 works great too.

[@mrmyblessednest1722]

@@cedarriverwoodworking I just figured least amount of waste

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@mrmyblessednest1722 Absolutely.

[@mrmyblessednest1722]

@@cedarriverwoodworkingwhat was the final height of this?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@mrmyblessednest1722 just under 30 inches.

[@rebeccaaustin1010]

Natural stains and white .. what are the measurements to get two trees out of one 1 x3. 8 ft?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

I'm not exactly sure.

[@uloge3409]

Kann man die Maße auch in Deutsch bekommen ? .

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Are you looking for metric measurements?

[@uloge3409]

@@cedarriverwoodworking bitte in Deutsch .

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@uloge3409 20 1/2" = 52,07 cm, 4 bei 26,67 cm (10 1/2"), die parallele Seiten sind, 1 bei 26,67 cm (10 1/2"), das ist ein Trapez, 1 bei 33,02 cm (13"), und 1 bei 36,83 cm (14 1/2").

[@uloge3409]

@@cedarriverwoodworking Danke 👍

[@willber3913]

What is the measurement for the overlap? @ 5:11 ?

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

overlap?

[@willber3913]

@@cedarriverwoodworking yeah the bigger parallelogram on the top, I watched the whole video and found out it’s 14 1/2 Thank you for the great idea.

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

@@willber3913 Thanks for watching the whole video. Glad I could help.

[@caren7441]

Love your videos

[@cedarriverwoodworking]

Thank you! I appreciate the support.