This is a fun project for the entire family. Once completed, display your Charlie Brown Christmas tree outdoors or in your home. Make it as large or as small as you choose. Have a lot of fun!

[edit] Steps

Snip off all the leaves from your tree using the pruning shears or a pair of scissors. At your discretion clip away any small unwanted stray branches.
Cover your work area with several layers of newspaper or other disposable covering. Place your tree on the work area.
Spray-paint all the bare branches of the tree after reading the manufacturer’s instructions. Turn the tree as you go to avoid missing any areas. Allow the tree to thoroughly dry in air.
Plant the tree in your plant container. Manipulate the tree in the soil to achieve the angle or uprightness you desire. Assure that the tree is stable and that it will not tip over.
Trim the tree. You can use anything you desire, but attach your decorations or ornaments firmly to the tree branches with crafting wire or tie them on with string.
Place your Christmas tree anywhere it can be viewed and enjoyed by everyone.

[edit] Tips

Use any color you like: green, red, brown, or try gold, silver, or copper.
Avoid using glass ornamentation or any material that will shatter. Spray paint old plastic tree ornaments that may be chipped. Tie brightly colored ribbons onto the branches. String a popcorn or cranberry garland. Add some small toys that will endure wind, rain or snow. Wire a few pine cones onto the trunk. Add a small wind chime. Use your imagination for a truly unique tree.
Use this technique as a centerpiece, too. Use a smaller limb or branch, and assemble it in a 6" clay pot or a vase. Decorate your centerpiece with candy canes, a garland made of gumdrops, mini ornaments and home made cookies.

[edit] Warnings

Use spray paint according to the instructions.
Apply spray paint outdoors, away from automobiles, buildings and fences or any other object that may be affected by too much use of paint.
Protect your work area with layers of newspaper, flattened paper bags, flattened cardboard boxes or any other disposable product.
Use protective gear and clothing wear disposable gloves to protect your hands from paint and sharp tree branches or wear protective face wear to reduce the risk of putting a tree branch into your eyes, and wear a painter’s mask to avoid breathing in paint fumes.
Supervise children at all times when creating this project.
Dispose of empty spray paint containers properly.
Store unused spray paint in an area out of the reach of small children and away from appliances such as washers, dryers or water heaters.
Avoid using limbs or branches from plants that contain thorns or burrs.