How To Guide: Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Tree Craft

Looking for a DIY project that’s quick, affordable, and super unique?

This mini bottle brush tree farm made from old salt and pepper shakers checks all the boxes! In just under 10 minutes, you can transform everyday items into charming holiday decor. Perfect for hot glue gun lovers, this project is not only simple but also adaptable—thanks to the hot glue, you can easily remove the trees and repurpose the shakers for another season.

Whether you’re crafting a cozy winter village or a festive table centerpiece, this DIY is sure to sprinkle some holiday magic into your home. Let’s get started! 🌟

How To Guide: Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Tree Craft

Items Needed: 

  • Bottle Brushes (varrying colors and sizes)
  • Old Salt & Pepper Shakes (lids included)
  • Hot Glue Gun

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You can find these pretty little glass salt and pepper shakers at the thrift store or at garage sales. I have so many of them in my stash so I decided it was time to use them.

If you know me, you know that I LOVE to add a bottle brush tree this time of year. So that is exactly what I did!

Thrifted Salt and Pepper Shakers and Lids DIY Project

First, I removed the caps from each of the salt and pepper shakers.

Thrifted Salt and Pepper Shakers and Lids DIY Project

Next, I used my hot glue gun to apply glue around the trim of a salt/pepper shaker.

How To Guide: Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Tree Craft

Then, I placed one of the bottle brush trees into the hole and held it together for a few seconds so that the glue could dry.

How To Guide: Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Tree Craft

I wasnt originally planning to use the lids but they are all way too cute not to use them.

Salt and Pepper Shaker Lids DIY Project

I grabbed some small bottle brush trees that fit right inside the lids.

I followed similar steps as above. First, I added hot glue to the base of the tree.

How To DIY Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Trees with hot glue gun

Then, I placed the base of the tree into the lid.

How To DIY Easy Bottle Brush Christmas Trees with salt and pepper shakers

How cute are these little trees? I love how each unique shaker has a beautiful glass design that lets the color of the tree stand out on top!

Bottle Brush Christmas Trees Styled On A Farmhouse Style Shelf

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