What is a goose feather tree?
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The goose feather tree became the first artificial Victorian Christmas tree. Metal wire or sticks were covered with goose, turkey, ostrich or swan feathers. The feather sticks were drilled into a larger one to resemble the branches on a tree; the feathers were often died green to imitate pine needles.
What is a German feather tree?
Feather Trees were the first artificial trees made to resemble the white pines in the German forestland. They have wide spacing between their branches which makes them great for showing off Christmas ornaments! Feather trees were first made in Germany over 100 years ago from real goosefeathers.
What is a vintage feather tree?
A feather Christmas tree is a type of artificial Christmas tree that is generally considered one of the first artificial trees used as a Christmas tree. They originated in Germany in the late 19th century and became popular in the United States during the early 20th century.
How do you store a feather tree?
Feather trees should be stored in a closet or a climate-controlled location, not in an attic or basement where they will be exposed to extreme heat or moisture. Avoid storing your tree in an airtight container; instead, cover it with a pillowcase (or paper bag) with cedar blocks.
What do goose feather ornaments look like?
It is amazing how twirling dyed goose feathers around wire looks like pine needles. Many of the spun cotton and paper ornaments sold in ‘dime’ stores were made to hang on the feather trees. I use the original techniques to recreate the trees.
Where did the Goose Feather Tree come from?
Check Out Our Feather Tree Historypage which tells how feather trees came from Germany to early America and details how they became a part of American folklore. Consider making a goose feather tree to use now and pass down as a beautiful family heirloom to your children so the next generation can enjoy it too.
How much does it cost to make a Feather Christmas tree?
Similar to the finished trees featured in the publications, each kit contains all you need to craft your very own family heirloom. And while a completed tree could cost the decorator hundreds of dollars from an antique store, a cherished feather tree can be made with under $35 and a couple of evenings’ work, thanks to this kit.
Who is feathertreekits?
Welcome to the Home Page of FeatherTreeKits.Com…a Division of SmileyMe and long time supplier of Bulk Feathers to the Craft Industry! Feather Trees are a fun holiday decoration previously featured by Country Living Magazine, in publications by Martha Stewart, and on display at historic Williamsburg, Virginia.