Winding Ribbons and Swirl Ornaments on a Feathery Tree

A tall Christmas tree fills the page, built from layers of scalloped, feather-like branches with a pointed spire on top. Wide wavy ribbons wind back and forth down the tree from the tip to the bottom. Round swirl ornaments, some like lollipops and some like spiral shells, are tucked between the branches in different sizes, with the biggest ones near the lower half. The branch layers are packed with small lines and petal shapes, so this suits older kids, teens, and adults who like patient, detailed work. Try coloring the ribbons in one solid shade and keeping the branches in a few greens, then give each swirl ornament its own bright color. Fine-tip markers or sharp colored pencils work best for the small sections. This printable page is also a good way to talk about patterns and layers.