Christmas Appetizer Tree DIY Tray

I wanted a tree shaped board for Christmas Eve but first I had to build a frame.

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Homeroad is definitely not a food blog but when I saw appetizer trees like this on Pinterest I knew it was something I needed to make.

The problem I had was how to transport a board of veggies and cheese without it getting messed up on the way. 

I am a crafter, not a cook so here is my DIY solution...

I cut a large triangle out of scrap wood then trimmed the edges with molding.

It wasn't hard and I wasn't careful with my cuts. 

Then I covered the wooden tray with aluminum foil so you wouldn't see the board anyway.

I filled the tray with rows of cheese squares and veggies with rosemary sprig dividers. 

Add a small cup of toothpicks and you have a healthy and delicious appetizer for Christmas! 

I cut a star from roof flashing than hot glued it to the top.

You can certainly use a metal star like these instead of making your own. 

And the next day, Christmas Day, we filled it with antipasto!

This year I decided to give it a new look... 

I added cork legs to the bottom and painted the tree green with Bayberry by Fusion Mineral Paint. 

I will line the inside with foil for the food and add back the star!

I the green paint makes it even better, I can't wait to fill it on Christmas! 

This year I may try filling it with cookies and candies to make a dessert charcuterie board! 😋

My Christmas charcuterie board was a success all around :)

Here is another idea for a DIY board you can use for the holidays. 

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