Simple Tree Branch Decor

I spotted a fallen tree branch in an alleyway one morning this past May and for some reason the shape of it caught my eye. Then I realized that it would be a perfect fit for that odd space created by the interior curve of our stairwell in the front foyer.  I hauled it home, gave it a little TLC, found a nice container to sit in and voila! I had an instant (one of a kind) sculpture, fitted to this curved space and to be enjoyed by all who come through our door.



Here's the DIY how-to:  Once you have selected your container, you can keep a branch upright by filling the container with gravel,  river rock or any other supporting material that you find aesthetically pleasing.  In my case, I happened to have some extra Rapidpost cement kicking around so I just mixed and placed it in a small plastic container. When it had set, I popped it inside my decorative container and topped it up with river rocks for the finishing touch.

If you have kids around, be sure to choose materials that are kids-safe (i.e. stones large enough not be a choking- hazard)

In my previous residence we had a birch branch adjacent to that curved entrance stair. I ended up gifting this to a close friend because I thought it was a match made in heaven for her curved stairway.  In any case, the tree branch is one of the easiest DIY projects anyone can make to complement any interior.

Perch your branch container on an attractive side table for added height and grandeur

This was one of those simple and satisfying projects that I enjoy taking on from time to time.  I hadn't even considered publishing anything about it on DEESIGNED until recently when I read a happy post by Holly Becker over at Decor8.  Holly was sharing how she had a craving for some wild cut flowers and coincidentally stumbled upon a lady selling lilacs cut from her own backyard.  Holly emphasized the fact that special moments in life can come from the "easiest and most simple things."  I agree completely and this inspired me to share with you the story of my tree branch.

By the way, don't limit your branch to a stairway. They can look great anywhere!  And besides my DIY story there are countless other things one can do with a simple branch.  Check out this page on Pinterest for more inspirations.  A word of caution:  too much of anything is not good so limit your branch applications to no more than 3 throughout your home or office.

So next time you're out walking be on the lookout.  If you happen to come across a fallen tree branch that captures your interest, go ahead and pick it up!