🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 43 (December 21)

Craft: “Lighted Ladder Christmas Tree” (Ladder Repurpose) 🎄💡✨

Theme:Letting the light of Christ shine — building upward in faith as we prepare our hearts for Christmas.

This craft is STUNNING at night and looks amazing on porches, patios, and inside entryways.

❤️ What You’ll Need:

• Old wooden ladder (step ladder or straight ladder)

• String lights (white or warm white work beautifully)

• Green garland (pine, cedar, or faux greenery)

• Zip ties or twist ties

• Star topper (metal, wood, or lighted)

• Optional decorations:

  • Ornaments

  • Ribbon bows

  • Scripture tags

  • Bells

  • Pinecones

✨ Directions:

1. Position the Ladder

Open the ladder into an A-frame or lean a straight ladder securely against a wall or porch post.

2. Add Greenery

Wrap garland around each rung, starting at the bottom and working your way up.Secure with zip ties or twist ties.

3. Add the Lights

Wrap string lights around the ladder, weaving them through the greenery.Tuck cords neatly so they don’t show.

4. Decorate

Add:

• Ornaments hanging from rungs

• Ribbon bows tied at each level

• Pinecones or bells

• Scripture tags like:

  • “Jesus Is the Light”

  • “Prepare Him Room”

  • “Joy to the World”

5. Top It Off

Place a star at the very top of the ladder to represent the Star of Bethlehem.

6. Display

Perfect for:

• Front porch

• Patio

• Living room corner

• Church entryway

• Prayer or devotion space

✝️ Faith Reflection:

Matthew 5:16 (KJV)“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

This ladder tree reminds us that as Christmas draws near, we rise toward the Light — and reflect it to the world.