Sunday 29 September 2013

An Introduction To Tree Skirts

By Paulette Short


Tree skirts are mats that are sewn especially to cover a tree stand. It can hide the base as it has an opening in it and there is a hole made to accommodate the trunk. It makes your display more appealing as the fabric can be decorated with various items. Stores have taken to selling these products.

If you take the time to view different selections, you will see numerous designs. It usually has a circular shape to accommodate the area under the plant but it can also come in other shapes. The fabrics used can be of a single color or more. With the many versions available, you could find something that matches your house decorations.

The use of these cloths started many years before. In a time when candles were being used to provide illumination, the drippings of wax had to be dealt with. Thus, people started placing clothes to catch the drops. By doing so, the needles that were being shed by the plants were also caught in the fabric.

Today, the mat is more of a decorative feature. Instead of ordinary fabric, the designs have become more elaborate. Different fabrics are used to create a pattern and there could be features such as beads, embroidery, and prints on it. Aside from providing cover, it makes a convenient place to put all those gifts.

One of the most important things that have to be considered if you want to make this addition would be the measurements of the stand. Note how long the feet are so you can estimate how wide a diameter the product should have. The mat should hide the whole structure or else putting it there would be pointless.

Be reminded that there are risks to getting a product that is too big for the base of the plant. When the fabric is sticking out, passers by can easily slip and fall. A good pull can topple the plant along with all the decorations. Be especially cautious when you know there will be children and if you have a pet.

Aside from its dimensions, take a look at the opening it has. The plant will have to be watered if it is to survive. Having a convenient opening will certainly help with the task. The opening could be left as is or there could be some sort of fastener on it, such as velcro. Keep the opening free from obstructions.

It would be less expensive if you just find leftover fabric in your house and then sew the whole design on your own. By doing so, you can personalize the design and ensure that it covers the base of the plant adequately. If you do not want to sew this, then you could check what the stores have to offer. With so many designs, some will be affordable while others could be costly.

Tree skirts are fabric sewn together used especially for covering the trunk and base of a plant. You can use this for your Christmas display. It makes the plant more attractive and gives you an area to place the gifts you have prepared.




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