21 Brilliant Pallet Christmas Tree Ideas For a Perfectly Non-Conformist Holiday
Exchange balsam and pine for a creative and cool pallet.
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The holidays, while rooted in tradition, are a time to exchange practicality for extravagance. Tired of sticking to the same decor each year? Looking to get creative and crafty? Maybe you’re just sick of sweeping up falling needles or watering a thirsty tree? Whatever the reason, we have one great solution: Wooden pallet Christmas trees. In the world of DIY, wooden pallets are a blank canvas full of endless crafting potential. And during the holiday season, they offer a creative take on classic decor with a uniquely festive appeal.
From vintage and rustic to modern Scandinavian, it’s impossible not to love these quirky ideas. Read on for 21 wooden pallet Christmas trees ideas worth taking home this holiday season.
Polka-Dot Pallet Tree
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Plush Elf Decoration, $100
Simple, modern, and the perfect place for displaying decor, this pretty pallet tree is unique and multi-functional.
Set of 3 Rustic Christmas Trees, $32.30
These painted wood pallet trees are the perfect table topper for a retro holiday aesthetic.
Red and Green Pallet Tree
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Kurt Adler Mini Tree Topper, $5.25
No tools are necessary with this decorated pallet tree, which is strung with festive Christmas lights and topped with red and green ornaments.
Wooden Snowy Tree, $25
Like a winter pine after a fresh snow-dusting, this rustic tree is a subtle statement-maker.
Bohemian Pallet Tree
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Puff White Pom Pom Garland, $25
Topped with fluffy pom pom ornaments and an assortment of white decor, this Christmas tree's modern charm is a Scandinavian dream.
Narrow Pallet Tree, $60
Rustic reclaimed wood in light tones provides the perfect foundation for string lights or ornaments, yet works completely bare as well.
Criss-Cross Wooden Tree
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Gold Ball Ornament Set, $28
Thin beams attached across a triangular wooden tree creates the perfect base for an assortment of ornaments. Stick to a theme—like all gold decor—for an elegant, cohesive feel.
Aged Wood Tree, $67
Aged wood and a festive star provides the perfect table topper or small-space solution.
Carved Wood Pallet Tree
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Wood Glue, $3.50
Put your woodworking skills to the test by carving an assortment of wooden pallets into a quirky tree-shape.
Wooden Wine Advent Calendar, $124
Christmas tree with a side of pinot noir? This wooden wine advent calendar is one you'll want to toast to.
Painted Stacked Pallet Tree
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Assorted Acrylic Paint, $18
If you'd rather not concern yourself with saws and drills, simply stack the wood planks on top of one another and get to painting.
Dark Shelved Palette Tree
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12" White Ceramic Tree, $30
If you're saving the ornaments for your pine, try a shelved pallet option to display all your Christmas decor.
Spiral Tree, $250
At six feet tall and with twistable oak, pine, and poplar branches, this spiral wood tree is guaranteed to make a statement.
Wooden Ladder Tree
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Marquee Star, $15
If you're ready to get rid of your rickety old ladder, we have another idea in mind. This repurposed ladder tree is stacked with plenty of decor, including string lights, ornaments, and a modern marquee star.
Pallet Wood Tree, $16
Fully assembled and ready for you to paint or decorate, this pallet wood tree is perfect for the semi-DIYer.
Advent Calendar Tree
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Small Muslin Bags, $11
Calendars are fun, but have you ever tried an advent tree? Pin each day's goodies to the wooden pallet for your most fun decor yet.
Wide Plank Palette Tree
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Gold Beaded Garland, $12
Wide pallets in a dark stain will make all your farmhouse Christmas dreams come true.
The Lakeside Collection Tree, $21
A jute bow, classic wreath, and modern metal star are all this petite pallet tree needs to shine during the holiday season.
Weathered Wood Pallet Tree
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Pre-Lit Gift Boxes, $49
Dark weathered wood arranged in a downward angle from the center gives the illusion of a fuller pallet, which can be left bare for a rustic elegance.
Painted Pallet Tree, $25
Put your painterly skills to the test and try out a festive tree design—which requires only one plank.
Lucia Tonelli is an Assistant Editor at Town & Country, where she writes about the royal family, culture, real estate, design, and more.
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