How to: Make a Deco Poly Mesh Tree

[@ericheatherschmidt9286]

I have watched sooooo many videos on making a poly mesh tree, and this is BY FAR the BEST one I have found. It's quick and easy and looks better than all the others that take so much more time to make. It actually has the shape of a tree, many videos end up with something that is pretty much the same size at the top and the bottom! THANK YOU!!!! I am going to make these for my home and also a version of these with a bent over top to be Whoville/Grinch trees at my son's preschool. I too wish I could find the beautiful mesh you are using. Thanks again!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Thank you for your feedback! We always love to hear how you guys benefit from our videos. Happy crafting! ~ Ben Franklin Crafts, Monroe, WA

[@themermaidstale5008]

It turned out so cute. That pattern of deco mesh is great for the tree. TFS

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

yes, it turned out to be a beautiful little tree. Thank you for watching!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Who would have thought you could make something so beautiful with a tomato cage! Our creative designers are so creative!

[@annettehyder5333]

Wow! The deco mesh tree and wreaths look beautiful! Thanks so much for showing us how to make these this holiday!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

We're glad you enjoyed it! They're so easy to make and gives a stunning look. Enjoy!

[@buckyboywv1]

Hello I am shocked I am a floral designer of 37 yrs exp and ,it amazes me what i learn on you tube and young lady very good enjoyed and will make these

[@bobbyeoliver7414]

The christmas tree is georgous!! I can't wait to make one next Christmas season.

[@lauriecook-scotti3806]

LOVE this idea! Wish there was a Ben Franklin Craft store in Rochester, NY!

[@AnneKitzman]

I have several rolls of this product that were used, hanging straight down from the ceiling, as backdrops for a photoshoot I did about 7 yrs ago. What a great idea to make trees from them! My rolls are gold and white but they'll make pretty Christmas trees, I think. Love the vibrant Christmas red and green you used in the video, contrary to what the previous poster wrote. Maybe the colors were off on her monitor because they're really pretty. Thanks for the video!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

What a great idea to have it as a backdrop! Thank you for watching our video!

[@teresabechel3227]

Thank you for this tutorial! I had no idea where to begin. I love the tree!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

We're glad you enjoyed the video. It's such a fun and easy decoration to make! Happy Holidays! ~ Ben Franklin Team

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

This is such a simple project, but beautiful. We're glad you like it!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Thanks! We had a lot of fun creating it. We'll be making more of these next season, as well as adding some new outdoor decorating ideas for Christmas!

[@KateandEvatoys]

This is so great! I'm going to make several of these for all the rooms in my home!! thanks for the idea!

[@bostontlady3]

please turn the volume up for your tutorials. there are 5 of us watching you on 3 different laptop computers and we all have our volumes up to 100% plus have the volume control for your tutorial up as far as it will go and we can not hardly hear you and none of us have a hearing problem. We love your tree, so beautiful and thank you so much for sharing. we just wish we could hear what you were saying. The straining to hear girls from Dallas !! God Bless !

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

We apologize for the poor sound. Hope you were still able to understand the instructions.

[@jesseb.8171]

She needs a lapel mic as opposed to one sitting on a table or wherever then her voice could be heard clearly. Many crafters make this mistake.

[@ivywright28]

I am going to try this with lights. Is really beautiful!!!!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

+Iveth Wright Yes, adding lights is as easy as wrapping the mesh. We like to place the lights first inside the cage. Make sure to leave the plug at the bottom for easy access. Or use the battery-operated lights. After the lights are in place, we add the mesh. It's really pretty with lights!

[@evelynj.amponsah8417]

Beautiful idea. Love it.

[@Tinagleason]

Thanks for they video, I made this yesterday and it came out great.. love it :)

[@benfranklincraftsmonroe195]

Hi Tammie, we do have a video on You Tube called How to make a Geo Mesh Wreath. To add the smaller 3" ribbon color - you add it the same way as the Geo Mesh. You can also add sets of 3 Christmas ornaments for that finishing holiday touch.

[@nikomartinez2138]

Thanks for making this simple ans easy MERRY CHRISTMAS y'all

[@sportsgirl1560]

Can you do a video on the 2 color deco mesh (solid red and stripes) wreath in the background next? Thanks.

[@patriciasummerlin4720]

I'm lookin all over for this beautiful plaid mesh and can't find it. i just love it. i know i could use something else but don't want to.

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Unfortunately, we don't carry it anymore. This project was created many years ago. Hope you'll find something similar to make your project.

[@rebeccaaguilar]

Beautiful!

[@marissamaharaj304]

would you recommend using these outdoors?

[@chrisrouse254]

Can you use lights on the wire before you do the bows like when you use garland?

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Chris, that would be a wonderful addition. We would suggest using craft lights. They don't get as hot as regular Christmas lights. Have fun with your project!

[@benfranklincraftsmonroe195]

Hi Laurie, Thank you for you comment,when you see something in a video that you like we would love to help you! You can reach our store at 360-794-6745. Sometimes we are able to ship to you depending on the project and materials, if we have what you are looking for we are happy to ship to you. Give us a call, our floral manager would be very happy to help!

[@crystalsellers7910]

Great Idea. Can you provide a list of materials needed?

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Good morning Crystal, Kristen mentions in the video the material you'll need which includes a tomato cage, some deco poly mesh ribbon, and some chenille stems to tie the ribbon. The quantity of deco poly mesh ribbon you'll need will depend on how full you want your finished project to be. It will also depend on how wide the ribbon is and how big your cage it. You may want to start with one roll of ribbon, but you may need two. As far as the chenille stems, you will need one pack and you can cut them in half to make more. Hope this helps! ~ Ben Franklin Team

[@crystalsellers7910]

TY. it took a long time for KZbin to tell me you replied. Thanks again.

[@leighlaw]

What size tomato cage did you use?

[@jennrobertson1]

Could you use a wide burlap ribbon to do this?

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

I'm sure it would work with wide burlap ribbon too. Since it's not as wide, you'll probably need more rolls to make it as full as this one. Have fun with it! There's no right or wrong. Happy New Year!

[@rebeccamcbroom6545]

GOOD job !

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Lola, we used 2 rolls of Deco Poly Mesh. Each roll is 21" x 10 yards. Have fun with your new project!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

You sure can use these outdoors! If you add lights to them you just want to make sure that the lights are outdoor lights!

[@theresacabulizan7248]

Need info on the wreath

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Our sister store created this video on how to make the wreath. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4CVoKJoZ7uBrbM Thank you for stopping by!

[@cathymilson4386]

Would you do poofs all the way, do you think it would still turn out looking as nice as this one does?! Thanks so much for this video!

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Yes, we did poofs all along the tomato cage. We would suggest doing the poofs as you go and if you feel you'd like more, you can always start over. That's the beautiful thing with this project, it's easy to redo it if you don't like the way it turned out. Have fun!

[@nitanita8990]

thank you ill be recreating :)

[@1Sweetness]

i love it

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

+Tina Lynn Thank you Tina! Happy Holidays!

[@ivywright28]

thank you!!!

[@benfranklincraftsmonroe195]

It looks like Kristen is using a 3' tomato cage. But you could use any size you want.

[@annmerseal5016]

TYFS

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Thank you for watching!

[@lorrainebecchetti1532]

you show bigger trees being made with 2 ladies putting the mesh on them, but it keeps going back to the smaller ones.why doesn't it show that video

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Hi Lorraine, this video only shows how to create a small tree. I would think that creating a bigger version would use the same technique. I have not seen a video showing two ladies putting the mesh, so it may have been created by a different company. Let us know if you have any other questions. ~ Brigitte

[@lorettabyrd7100]

Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shop

[@RosalbaGonzalez]

Lindo, lo hare :D

[@derek6321]

Jeremiah Chapter 10: 3 For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe. 4 They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it move not. 5 They are upright as the palm tree, but speak not: they must needs be borne, because they cannot go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither also is it in them to do good. 6 Forasmuch as there is none like unto thee, O LORD; thou art great, and thy name is great in might. 7 Who would not fear thee, O King of nations? for to thee doth it appertain: forasmuch as among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like unto thee. 8 But they are altogether brutish and foolish: the stock is a doctrine of vanities.

[@kerylcooper2314]

Please get closer to your mike some of us are getting up there I want to watch video and listen to instructions PLEASE🤗😄👍🏼😶🤔

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

We're sorry about the sound being low. This video was recorded years ago and we didn't have a microphone at that time. Hopefully if you turn up the volume to the maximum, you can hear Kristen. ~ Ben Franklin Team

[@JaneFanburg]

O9

[@yuf1237]

روعه موووح

[@angelacorso2454]

in italiano noooo???😅😤

[@katherinehaught7950]

Sorry, it's maybe just me but l really hate that multi colored mesh. It really looks too cluttered & busy plus the colors are really awful. The one colored ones are so pretty, even with lots of decorations, ribbons & lights. Look at all the other videos & see what l mean. I hare to be rude but l am just being honest. Ask others & if they are not embarrassed for you they will be honest too. Your method is great just color choice that is gross.

[@BFranklinCraftsM]

Good morning Kathrine, thank you for sharing your opinion. We always learn from our customers' comments. Yes, the one color mesh is very trendy and beautiful.

[@tonyabrand8162]

Well, That is a difference of opinion. I like the different colors. The solid is very plain to me.

[@terikasherrod4903]

I'm with you...the two color is too busy and horrendous looking. This would be gorgeous with a single color. But I think the point they are trying to make is the method to create the tree itself.