How To Add Fake Snow To Christmas Decor in 2 Easy No Mess Steps
If you are looking for an easy, no-mess way to add fake snow to your Christmas decor, check out this 2 Easy Step easy method. You can add fake snow to a Christmas Tree without the mess usually associated with flocking a Christmas tree. You can easily add faux snow to trees, wreaths, pinecones, and more; they also look great year after year!
If you love the look of snow on a Christmas tree, see how to make your home into a Winter Wonderland this year without all the mess.
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What Is A Flocked Christmas Tree?
A flocked Christmas tree is a faux evergreen tree with fake snow on the branches.
You may purchase trees with the flocking already applied. Today, I’m sharing how to flock a tree, pinecones, wreaths, or anything you wish to have snow attached to.
How To Add Fake Snow to A Tree and More.
I’ve used this quick, 2-step, simple, no-mess method for several years with long-lasting results.
Only Two Ingredients Needed To Flock a Tree
- Mix lightweight spackling with a small amount of water
- Brush onto tree branches with a chip brush.
Be sure you are using lightweight spackling. Regular spackling isn’t recommended.
First, mix the spackling with a small amount of water, gradually adding until you have a mayonnaise-like consistency.
Be careful not to add too much water. You don’t want the spackling to drip from the branches of your tree.
Begin Flocking Your Tree
Now, you are ready to start flocking everything in sight. These 2 Easy Steps to add fake snow to Christmas Decor can be addictive.
Warning: This is serious because you must control yourself, or everything will be flocked. LOL
I’m starting on a small 4′ tree I’ve had for a few years.
Cover your table with a drop cloth or wax paper to protect it from splatters and drips. If you have mixed it correctly, the mess will be minimal.
Begin by adding a small amount of spackling to your chip brush and gently brush over the top limbs of the artificial tree.
Because I wanted to match the new larger tree more closely, the tree trunk was also flocked.
The tree was completely covered in less than 10 minutes. Obviously, a larger tree would take longer.
How to Flock Pinecones
Another item that looks great flocked is pinecones, and these are super easy as well. I have collected a few from around the property and decided to add these two step-flocking methods to a few of them.
How To Add Fake Snow To A Wreath Easily
Because there is still an abundance of leftover fake snow, it was added to a small wreath and another small tree! See how addictive this method is? LOL!!
You can add the flocking to enhance old Christmas Supplies such as wreaths and garlands. Be sure to check out this cute DIY Garland that I made last weekend. This project could also be flocked by adding artificial greenery and then flocking the greenery to change the garland’s look completely.
I used a very light covering for this small tree.
How To Dry The Projects
The hardest part of this flocking method is waiting for everything to dry before adding ornaments. It usually takes approx. 2 hours for the spackling to dry thoroughly. Once the fake snow is dry, you are ready to add to your Christmas Décor.
The Finished Flocked Fake Snow Projects
Several fake snow projects are completed in less than an hour, and after another couple of hours, they are ready to display. Here are just a few examples of these two step-flocking methods.
Using this method, the tree on the right was flocked last year and still looks great after being stored all summer.
Flocked pinecones make a budget-friendly Christmas decor option. See how to make the cutlery pocket napkins and DIY table runner for another budget decorating idea.
If you like DIY projects during the holidays, here is a cute table riser shared a few weeks ago.
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In addition, you can add glitter to your fake snow for another look. See How to Repurpose Old Christmas Decorations for more tips.
Do you like this old container? They are rare and hard to find. However, we made one from wood. See this DIY Christmas Tree Stand Container Tutorial to make one similar.
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You might also enjoy How To Make Christmas Ornaments Out Of Dollar Tree Reindeer and How To Make A Faux Vintage Aluminum Christmas Tree with Dollar Tree Supplies.
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I come to work, drink two sips of coffee and THEN I open your email. Rachel, you. make my day AND I’m learning so many new things.
Diana,
You just made MY Day! I appreciate you letting know how you feel. Anytime you have a suggestion for me please speak up.
Rachel
After reading this, I rushed right out and purchased light spackling! Worked on small tree today! Thank you, thank you!!
Sheryl,
I’m so glad you like it. Thanks.
Rachel
Oh my word, Rachel, you darling little enabler, you! Thanks so very much for sharing this wonderful tutorial. I’ve wanted flocked trees forever! Now I’ve got to get my Mr. to go to the hardware store for me. 🙂 Stay safe and healthy.
Dori,
I’m so glad you like this. Beware, even your Mr. may get a little flocking!! LOL I hope you enjoy it.
Rachel
Oh Rachel, now you’ve gone and done it. You’ve enabled flocki g addicts! Thanks for the tutorial. Merry Christmastree! 🎄🎄🎄
Bernadette,
You’ve made my day. Prepare for everything being flocked. LOL
Rachel
Thank you for sharing your techniques! I enjoy your posts, they are an escape and so inspirational✨🌟✨
Laura,
Thanks so much for making my day. It’s so good to hear that you enjoy what I share. I appreciate you so much.
Rachel
Thank you, Rachel! This is a wonderful post. I have some spackling out in the garage, and I will definitely be giving some of my worn Christmas decorations a new look.
Miche,
I’m so glad you like this. It’s super easy to do. Just a reminder, be sure to use the light weight spackling for this project.
Rachel
Rachel, I recently found your blog and I’m so happy I did. Love it – your are such an inspiration!
Gina,
I’m so excited to have you here. Thanks for making my day with this sweet compliment!
Please let me know if you have any suggestions or ideas.
Rachel
Genius!!! Thanks!!
Michelle,
I really appreciate this.
Rachel
Hello, what a great idea for Xmas decor. Nit my question is about the picture hanging behind the Xmas tree. Did you paint the frame? And if so how did you do it?
Thank you!
Karina,
Yes, I painted the white area using Old White Chalk Paint and a mix of clear and Dark wax to age the fresh paint look. You can see how to use Chalk Paint here.
https://www.thepondsfarmhouse.com/how-to-use-chalk-paint/
Thank you for sharing your flocking method. I think I can do that!
Katherine,
It’s so simple. Good luck!
Wow that is easy! I will try this!
Stacy,
It holds up great.
Such cute ideas Rachel😃😃
Ann,
Thanks so much
LOVE this easy no mess tutorial Rachel!! I’m going to try it this week!! I went crazy last year with DIY flocking but it was messy! I love how simple this is! Everything turned out beautifully! Xo, Heather
Heather,
I’m so glad you like this. It’s not messy and it doesn’t flake off either.
This is just what I’m looking for!!! Thank u for all your great ideas Rachel 🙂
Blessings, Sue
Sue,
I’m so glad you found what you needed.
I love this idea! What fun!
Renae,
I appreciate this.
Oh my goodness! Thank you for this, I hope to flock a garland and maybe a tree. Wow, what a great tutorial.
It’s so easy and mess-free.
Rachel, Love this! I am definitely flocking something this year!
Mary,
it’s such an easy way to add snow.
Wow! Rachel! Thanks for this DIY flocking! You make it look so easy! I am definitely going to do flocking on some wreaths, candle rings and pine sprigs. Your flocking is so pretty! You always have such fabulous ideas for us! Have a great day!
Mary-Ann,
I’m so glad you found this helpful. It’s so easy and stays looking great for years.
Hi Rachel, I’m going to try making the flocking mixture. I’m wondering if it will yellow over time? I had some evergreen swags I had purchased few years ago, that were flocked, the white flocking turned yellow. Also never heard of a chip brush, thought maybe you meant cheap brush, but there is indeed a chip brush. LOL
Ellen,
I have had some of my trees and pinecones for 4 years and they still look great. No yellow and no flaking. Hope this helps.