Steps
STEP 1
Cut a pipe 24 times to equal length pieces.
Tools
![cut pipe](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/1d933faa1e0342ac88461928e0d126b2.png)
STEP 2
Arrange the pipes into a shape of a Christmas tree, then secure them together using hot glue. This will serve as the inside piece to the calendar to hold the treats.
Tools
![gluing pipes together](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/c3eddd3aaaf04382aeb55d5186456249.png)
STEP 3
Measure the dimensions of the pipe Christmas tree. Cut pieces of wood to create the frame for the outside of the Christmas tree. Use bevel cuts to ensure that pieces fit together.
Tools
![cutting wood](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/1bbbd5a10d454308865212c6ba15f674.png)
STEP 4
Use hot glue to create the bottom frame and trunk of the tree.
![](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/16c0a0fbe6b14d84a634854aba8de3c3.png)
STEP 5
Nail the pieces together to secure.
Tools
![nailing wood together](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/4e1cc6b1e0c145fb87dc3b85daea774e.png)
STEP 6
Place the outside tree frame over the tree made of pipe pieces to ensure that it fits.
![placing the tree frame over the pipe pieces](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/802aaef769124de3b5b7a65e5ab04ffa.png)
STEP 7
Sand the tree frame in preparation for painting.
Tools
![sanding wood](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/05d0d308b69c46b69bdd953c689d3a08.png)
STEP 8
Spray paint the frame desired color.
![spray painting wood](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/d59f01b68edf4c3099604a1e45faa1d8.png)
STEP 9
Cut out paper to the size of the inner piece that will hold the treats/gifts. Attach to the inner piece, then write a number over each space where a treat will be placed. Place inside the tree frame, then attach a bow to the top of the tree.
Tools
![cutting paper](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/65631700b1644a6f8d183a6f7e8aa1c1.png)