117121 270 Crafts & Hobbies Holiday & Seasonal Crafts Christmas Crafts true Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:32:10 -0800 /system/videos/4/21/71/11/117121.flv DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, holidays, holiday, celebration How To Make a Fake Tree Look Like a Real One http://www.howcast.com/videos/117121-How-To-Make-a-Fake-Tree-Look-Like-a-Real-One http://www.howcast.com/videos/117121-How-To-Make-a-Fake-Tree-Look-Like-a-Real-One/edit approved 89 640 360 <object width="425" height="273" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=117121"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=117121" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="273" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 6 chanpanzee http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/Picture_8_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.png 2078 false false false 54838 1 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Choose tree that looks natural Choose a flame retardant tree that looks as authentic as possible, meaning you can’t see the pole through the needles, the tips of the branches aren’t rounded, and the needles look natural.

]]> 54839 2 0 Tip If you’re buying online, make sure there’s a photo and zoom in on all the details before ordering!

]]> 54840 3 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Fluff out branches Fluff out the branches by running your fingers against the grain.

]]> 54841 4 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Curve tips upward Curve the tips of the branches upward so that they look fuller.

]]> 54842 5 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Make branches asymmetrical Manipulate the branches so the tree isn’t too symmetrical.

]]> 54843 6 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Use natural decorations Use natural decorations. Hang real pinecones and branches. Even real foods like popcorn and candy canes can make a tree seem more natural!

]]> 54844 7 0 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/117121/0.jpg Give tree outdoor smell Give your tree an outdoor smell with fresh sprigs of pine and evergreen. If you can’t find any, buy a can of Christmas tree fragrance, or hang an evergreen potpourri satchel. Now your secret will be safe!

]]> 54845 8 0 Fact Christmas trees are a German tradition; they gained popularity in England and America when Queen Victoria’s German-born husband, Prince Albert, wanted one at Buckingham Palace.

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