DIY Christmas Tree Stand

Guys, look at this stocking post! Just look.... Nice right?! My husband made one for our sons playroom but forgot to take pictures of the steps.

Rest assured, I got your back.
We had enough lumber to make another one! All I needed to get was another post cap. Easy peasy.
This time I’m going to make it by myself with my husband only giving me verbal help.... if needed 😉 #girlpower

Here we go.....

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Materials
4x4x8 post
1x12x4 Common board
Top Post cap (with indentation)
Bottom Post cap (without indentation)
Round post top
2- 4” Wood Nails
Wood glue
Hooks
Paint/Stain of your choice
Paint brush

Tools
Sander
Drill
Drill bit
Measuring tape

Cut List
(Home Depot will gladly cut your wood for you)
4x4x8- Cut at 4ft.
1x12x4 common board- Cut at 12x12 

Steps

Sand 4x4 post and 12x12 board until smooth.

Measure and mark the drill spots on the 12x12 base, bottom post cap.
Tip- Once measured, draw a box in the center to show exactly where to glue bottom post cap.

Pre-drill to avoid splitting any wood.

Now add wood glue to the bottom post cap and place in the pre-measured area on the 12x12 base.

Adhere top post cap with wood glue.
Allow to dry.

Stand up the 4x4 post vertically and position base pieces on pre-measurements area. Make sure your pre-drill holes line up.

Drill the two 4” nails through the bottom of the 12x12 base and bottom post cap, all the way through to the post.

Tip- if drill bit isn’t long enough to pre drill through the base and 4x4, create a small indent using the holes through the bottom post cap and pre-drill directly into post.

We’re nearing the finish line!

On top of the top post cap, make another pre-drill hole. This is where the round post top will go.

The round post topper already came with screw so just twist it into your pre-drilled hole.
Tip- Make sure you test you drill bit sizes on a spare piece of wood to ensure the the perfect fit.

Dust off any sawdust and choose a paint or stain of your liking.
I chose white to coordinate with our Playroom furniture colors.

Last, add your hooks! I used 3 hooks total.

I hope your enjoyed this tutorial! Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions!!!