Quick answer
It's a tabletop size, ideal for a shelf, windowsill or table centrepiece.
- ✓ Build a sea glass tree over 24 days
- ✓ Display on a sill, shelf or table
- ✓ From A$99 with free delivery
What is a sea glass Christmas tree?
A sea glass Christmas tree is made by layering pieces of frosted glass from largest at the bottom to smallest at the top, usually finished with a star. The soft colours catch the light and give any room a coastal feel.
Build it over advent
The Melopure Advent Calendar gives you a new sea glass piece every day. By Christmas Eve you'll have everything you need to finish your tree, plus extra ornaments to hang on your real tree.
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24 sea glass surprises · Free delivery Australia-wide
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Display ideas
Try these ideas for your sea glass ornaments:
- A windowsill tree that glows in the morning sun
- Hanging ornaments on a white or natural-timber tree
- A centrepiece on the Christmas lunch table
- A shelf display with shells and driftwood
Price
One calendar is A$99, two are A$149, three are A$199 (buy 2, get the 3rd free) and four are A$299. All prices are in Australian dollars, include GST and come with free delivery Australia-wide.
How to build a sea glass Christmas tree
A sea glass tree is simply pieces arranged in a tapering stack, wide at the bottom and narrow at the top. With the advent calendar, you build it one piece a day.
- Choose a flat, stable spot, ideally near a window.
- Start with your largest, flattest pieces as the base layer.
- Add smaller pieces each day, stepping in slightly as you go up.
- Finish with a star or a light piece on top on Christmas Eve.
- Tuck a small battery fairy light behind it to make the glass glow at night.
Where to put it
A sea glass tree is small, so it suits places where a full tree won't fit.
- A sunny kitchen windowsill
- A bedside table or dresser
- The centre of the Christmas lunch table
- A desk at work
- An entry table to greet guests
Melopure Advent Calendar
24 sea glass surprises · Free delivery Australia-wide
From A$99 Save up to A$98 on bundles
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If you'd rather hang the pieces, sea glass works well as ornaments on a white, natural or driftwood-style tree. Pair it with rope, shells, white baubles and warm lights for a classic coastal look. Keep heavier pieces near the trunk where branches are strongest.
Colour combinations that work
Stick to two or three colours for a calm, styled look.
| Palette | Pair with |
|---|---|
| Seafoam + white | Natural wood, linen, rope |
| Aqua + sand | Rattan, shells, gold accents |
| Teal + coral | White baubles, palm motifs |
| Blue + silver | Clear glass, fairy lights |
Safety and care
Keep the tree out of reach of small children and pets, as the pieces are small. Dust gently with a dry cloth. Pack the pieces in the original box after Christmas so they stay safe for next year.
Common questions
How big is the finished tree?+
It's a tabletop size, ideal for a shelf, windowsill or table centrepiece.
Can I hang the pieces on my tree?+
Yes. Many pieces work as ornaments for your Christmas tree.
How big is the finished sea glass tree?+
It's a tabletop display, sized for a windowsill, shelf or table rather than the floor.
Can I hang the pieces on my Christmas tree instead?+
Yes. Many people hang them on a white or natural tree alongside shells and warm lights.
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