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Slim Jim Trees

By Heather

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Slim Jim Trees

Christmas is coming at us fast this year. We’re checking the last few items off of our shopping list this week, but I’m already thinking about stocking stuffers and small gifts. Here’s where you can show your creative side and have a little fun. In years past, I have put together treat-filled mugs for school teachers and mail carriers, and this year I have created something cute and tasty to go with our gifts, Slim Jim Trees.

I found this 26 pack of Slim Jim jerky over by the popcorn in my Walmart store. Inside this small box, each Slim Jim is individually wrapped so you can easily separate them all for gifting. Slim Jims are a refreshing change from all of the sweet treats during the holidays. They provide a nice change with their tangy, savory and spicy flavors.

After I picked up main ingredient, I wanted to make it look pretty so I headed for the craft department. I had the idea to make the Slim Jims into trees, so I knew I obviously needed something green and sturdy. I found small foam sheets that were both of those things, and a few other items to trim the trees.

Once home, I laid out our goodies, and the plan. The great thing about this project is that it’s perfect to do with the kids. In fact, these would make great gifts for the kids not only to make, but to give as well.

Step 1: Cut the small rectangular foam sheets in half horizontally. You will end up with two tall rectangles.

Step 2:  Cut your rectangle into a tree top. I like to trace out the shape in pencil on the backside just to make sure I was happy with the shape before cutting.

Slim Jim Tree

Step 3:  Add a strip of glue to the top three quarters of the back of the Slim Jim (turn it around so the label is on the back). Position the foam branches onto the tree stump, i.e. the Slim Jim.

Slim Jims

Step 4: Trim your tree! We added glitter glue and jewel dots.

Slim Jims are great not only for small gifts but party favors too.

How would you make make your Slim Jims snappy?

Filed Under: Crafts, Sponsored

About Heather

Heather is the founder of GirlGoneMom.com. She lives in Southern New Jersey with her husband, 12-year-old daughter, 9-year-old son, her cat Spencer and Buddy the lab mix. You’ll find a combination of family-friendly reviews and giveaways, deal alerts, personal stories and articles relating to parenting on GirlGoneMom.com.

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Comments

  1. MyTeenGuide says

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    What a clever idea. You are so creative.

  2. Jeanine says

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    How cute and super creative! I love taking things like this and putting a holiday spin on them. So fun.

  3. Miles L. says

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    This looks cute. I always thought of Christmas trees as something that’s big. Thanks for sharing.

  4. Jennifer says

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    well isn’t this just all sorts of cute! I haven’t had a slim jim in a while. I love them!
    This could even be a cute craft for kids to get involved when it comes to decorating the tree!

  5. Amber Nelson says

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    What a cute idea! This is something I’ve never seen before.

  6. Maureen@ADebtFreeStressFreeLife says

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    I like how you can use this for anything. Dress up a table, put in a bowl as a favor. And when the guests get hungry just peel and eat.

  7. Liz Mays says

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    This is so cute! My family loves Slim Jims. I’d love to put a few of these in the stockings this year.

  8. Pam says

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    These are such a fun idea. I would have to hide the Slim Jims before making these or they would be gone before I could finish crafting.

  9. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

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    What a fun idea. My son would love them.

  10. Foodie. Wife. Life. says

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    My son is obsessed with Slim-Jim’s right now, so this fun activity will be right up his alley during the winter break! I can’t wait to do this with him!!!

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