“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” Matthew 6
Welcome to my country kitchen in the hills of Kentucky! I’ve always wanted to have a “kitchen Christmas tree” and I thought what would be a more appropriate nod to nature than a “birds of a feather” themed tree!
Of course it had to be a fresh tree. I found this darling little pine, the perfect size for the corner of my kitchen.
In addition to the metallic acorns and various feathered friends I’ve picked up over the years, I also made these book page bird ornaments that seem quite at home in their little nests.
They couldn’t be easier or more frugal to make! Here’s a tutorial to create your own book page bird ornaments!
Here’s what you’ll need:
Book pages (newspaper would work as well)
Wood Bird Cut-outs (can be purchased at craft stores)
Faux Bird Nests
Pencil
Scissors
Mod Podge
Foam Brush
Hot glue gun
Instructions:
I adore how this tree turned out. It’s a bright and cheery spot in my white kitchen and makes me happy every time I’m in there, which is often during the holidays!
The fresh pine smells wonderful and my sweet little birds are there to keep me company during hours of baking and cooking. To remind me, as this hectic and sometimes stressful season gets underway, of the scripture above.
To take time to live in the moment enjoying what has been provided for me from above. So I fling the doors wide open and welcome Christmas with open arms, all of the hustle and bustle and all of the quiet moments of reflection and remembrance. All that we hold valuable.
You can find more great Christmas tree ideas by visiting us over At The Picket Fence.
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What a cute idea,, I’m always looking for new
homespun ornaments..
take a look at mine for this year.
http://thewondersofdoing.blogspot.com/2012/11/christmas-stars-for-entire-family.html
I need to find an old book and make my birds..
thanks for sharing
Sandy
Heather, this tree with it’s book page bird ornaments is so darling! Love it!
I love your bookpage ornaments, Heather! They are sweet and simple and beautiful!
What sweet ornaments! And so easy to do! Thank you for sharing this!
xx
Anne
Nobody puts a fabulous bird tree in the corner — except for this tree since you’ve found the perfect spot for it!
Such a fun idea – I think my kitchen is calling out for one of these!
Kelly
What a sweet, sweet little tree!!
So creative and beautiful. I just love it!!!
Heather…they are the absolute cutest!!!!…Love the entire tree and the red tub is perfect!!!
I will be making these for my vintage tree. I have so much to do!!!!! Dianntha
That is so sweet! I love your little kitchen Christmas tree… I want one!
super cute Heather!! Love that tub it’s in as well!!
We’ll be in Kentucky soon to see this tree! Can hardly wait!
I LOVE that little tree! The birds are so adorable and your kitchen is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing!
Just sweet , love Homemade Christmas ! Xo
Omg! Now you KNOW how I feel about birdies!! <3 LOOOOVE this! Soooo sweet!!
xo
Hi very nice tree but what caught my eye was this beautiful kitchen!! What colours in paint/brand was used and the counter top what colour is it and is it granite. Kitchen will be my next DIY. Love this one!! Also how can I get on a mailing list for updated posts on this site. I love your website!