Abstract: A camouflage blind which is readily portable and effective in providing cover and concealment, employs a plurality of masking components which form a camouflage facade. The blind, using a plurality of twig elements, each having a pair of flexible wires entrapping a filament, simulates pine needles. The twig elements are secured to a heavier flexible wire by wrapping the base of the twig elements to the heavier wire to form a branch. A plurality of branch members are twisted together at their bases or are attached to a heavier wire, these components having wrappings at their points of attachment to form a limb. A plurality of limbs are secured to a shaft member, forming a camouflage facade, by producing a small artificial tree or extended tree section in the nature of an evergreen tree or other desired tree type. A handle is positioned at the lower end of the shaft member. The lower end has a threaded section and a pointed end.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention is a technique to create plant model with realism. A tree core having a trunk and branches is created. The tree core is pre-coated with a clear oil-based liquid. A coat is formed to cover the tree core with a composite mixture. The composite mixture contains at least a paint component, a color pigment, a binder component, and a glue component.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved molding process and composition for lightweight synthetic fiber logs used in natural gas, propane and wood burning fireplaces. A method of manufacturing castable fireplace logs comprising the combination of inorganic fibers with a binder carrier mix to form logs of superior color and detail in a shortened production time frame.

Abstract: An artificial tree according to the present invention includes a tubular trunk with a stand for holding the trunk in an upright position. The artificial tree includes a plurality of branches coupled to the tree, each branch having a hook at an end displaced from the trunk. Each branch presents a length with branches at lower trunk levels having longer lengths than more upwardly positioned branches. The branches may be removably coupled to the trunk and storable within a trunk interior space. The artificial tree may also include ornamentation such as garland or lights and may include an audio device that plays sound in predetermined conditions.

Abstract: An invertible decorative tree having sections that are each provided with complementary receiving and associating mechanisms. The sections include a stand, a trunk segment, at least one tree body and a tree top. Through the complementary relationships of the receiving and associating mechanisms, the tree can be arranged to provide a triangular appearance with its apex at the top or its apex near the bottom. In order to provide for this inversion, the tree top must be equipped to connect with the trunk segment or with a tree body segment.

Abstract: The specification and drawing disclose the steps and structure involved in making one of a wide variety of three-dimensional branching structures that can be individually formed into extremely complex spatial representations of natural or abstract shapes suitable for viewing from many perspectives. A branching structure in the form of a wall-mounted tree is comprehensively disclosed along with means for affixing leaves to the tree to further simulate the form of a tree and for the further (optional) purpose of physically memorializing persons or events. A second embodiment is also disclosed to suggest the wide range of variations possible through employment of the basic method steps and to illustrate a form of branching structure that can be viewed from any horizontal or vertical perspective.

Abstract: A support is disclosed for suspending an item, such as a Christmas tree ornament suspended from a supporting hook, on and outwardly away from a vertical post, such as a Christmas tree trunk. An elongated generally rigid rod includes a distal end with a U-shaped bend therein from which the item is suspended. A proximal end of the rod includes a vertical post attachment means fixed at one end thereof near the proximal end of the rod. The other end of the pliable member wraps around the vertical post to secure the support to the post. The orthogonal brace portion is preferably an L-shaped bend in the proximal end of the rod or a downwardly-angled leg fixed to the proximal end of the rod. In either case, a spike may be included for at least partial insertion into the vertical post for further fixing the support to the post to prevent the support from rotating along its axis. The support may be camouflaged to resemble a Christmas tree branch, or the like.

Abstract: An artificial tree according to the present invention includes a tubular trunk with a stand for holding the trunk in an upright position. The artificial tree includes a plurality of branches coupled to the tree, each branch having a hook at an end displaced from the trunk. Each branch presents a length with branches at lower trunk levels having longer lengths than more upwardly positioned branches. The branches may be removably coupled to the trunk and storable within a trunk interior space. The artificial tree may also include ornamentation such as garland or lights and may include an audio device that plays sound in predetermined conditions.

Abstract: A novel decorative structure includes a length of strand material, having a plurality of individual strands twisted with respect to one another and fixed with respect to one another near a first end of the strands, a twisting member having a plurality of apertures formed therein, each adapted to receive a respective one of the individual strands therethrough, and an anchoring member adapted to support the decorative structure on a support surface. In a particular embodiment the twisting member is a disc, such that when the twisting member is advanced from a second end of the strands to the first end, the strand material is caused to unwind. Similarly, when the twisting member is advanced from the first end to the second end of the strands, the strand material is caused to wind up. When unwound, the strands can support a container within the unwound ends of the strand material.

Abstract: A human-shaped adornment includes a supporting holder, which comprising a base and a supporting component; and a spiraled frame having a same axis with the supporting component. The spiraled frame includes a plurality of rings, which outline along its axis direction is a curve which is constituted by three arcs smoothly connecting with each other in a predetermined sequence; wherein the center of the three arcs are on a same line and their diameters gradually increase from top to bottom; the spiraled frame connecting with the supporting component through a connector having a plurality of connecting strings connected therewith for keeping the space between every two rings of the spiraled frame; wherein the connecting strings sequentially connects with each ring of the spiraled frame from top to bottom.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a technological field of decoration, and more particularly to a structure of an artificial tree, wherein the trunk main body has multiple sets of plugging holes, which are circularly arranged, longitudinally mounted thereon and the end terminals of the branches are plugged in the plugging holes. Because the branches are directly plugged into the plugging holes mounted on the trunk main body, the branch connecting elements and rivets which are served as medium components can be saved so that the structure of the artificial Christmas tree can be simplified, and correspondingly, the production procedure and the cost also can be reduced.

Abstract: An artificial palm tree constructed from modular components which are combined in various ways to produce a palm tree having different characteristics for use as a beach umbrella. The palm tree consists of a base, a trunk mounted on the base, a tree heart mounted on the trunk, and a leaf/canopy component attached to a collar for opening and closing the leaf/canopy component. The leaf/canopy, the trunk, and the tree heart may be stored in the base.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree comprising a plurality of tiers configured to facilitate assembly for use and disassembly for storage including a lower substantially frustum conical tier to support an open mesh substructure to receive and support a plurality of simulated sprays or Christmas tree branches and Christmas decorations, an intermediate substantially frustum conical tier to support an open mesh substructure to receive and support a plurality of simulated sprays or Christmas tree branches and Christmas decorations and an upper substantially conical tier to support an open mesh substructure to receive and support a plurality of simulated sprays or Christmas tree branches and Christmas decorations.

Abstract: A display representing a tree, such as a Christmas tree, has a trunk made of a hollow tube and held by a base in substantially vertical position. A liquid, such as water, is placed in the tube and an air supply in or near the bottom of the tube generates bubbles that rise through the tube. The tube and bubbles therein are preferably illuminated to add to the effectiveness of the display. Illumination can be provided by LED's which avoid the heat of incandescent lamps. Branches are secured to the trunk tube and extend outwardly therefrom to support a foliage garland to provide tree foliage and give the display the appearance of a tree. The tree can be provided as a separate trunk tube portion, base, and foliage garland so the parts can be packed and shipped without the base attached to the tube.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree and storage cover a trunk and progressively larger branches from the top to near the base of the tree. The tree trunk rests in a central bore of a frustoconical base and has at least three swivel castor wheels mounted on the lower wall, providing movable support for the tree assembly. At least one castor wheel has a foot-operated brake. A conical cover covers the standing, decorated tree and attaches to the base. The cover has flaps spaced along one vertical edge of the cover and receiving mating patches spaced along an opposite edge the flaps and mating patches having VELCRO, hook and loop material on the mating surfaces thereof. The cover has three triangular portions each having mating flaps and patches in turn. The base and the lower end of the cover have mating strips of hook and loop material.

Abstract: A display tree for electrical ornaments has a support tube. A male electrical plug is connected to the support tube upper end. A female electrical socket is connected to the support tube lower end. A flange electrical contact is electrically connected to the female electrical socket. The flange electrical contact is connected to the lower flange. A shelf electrical contact is connected to the shelf bottom side. The shelf electrical contact is for detachable connection to the flange electrical contact. A shelf electrical outlet is connected to the shelf top side. The shelf electrical outlet is electrically connected to the shelf electrical contact.

Abstract: The invention relates to an artificial tree that can be reduced in diameter by rotating its branches inward and along the length of the tree's trunk. The rotation of the branches is initiated by the rotation of the threaded inner core which is coaxially placed within the tree's outer trunk shell. This rotational motion is translated into a linear motion along the threaded inner core by the restriction of the rotational movement of a threaded branch translator placed on the threaded inner core. The restriction is caused by branch extenders pivotally attached to the branch translator and passing through openings located on the tree's outer trunk shell. The linear motion of the translator causes a multitude of pivotally attached branches radiating from the tree's trunk to rotate inward and along the tree's trunk. Thus, the diameter of the tree is reduced for easier transport and storage.

Abstract: An artificial saguaro cactus having a cactus trunk indicating section having an annular wall; a multiplicity of apertures extending through the annular wall, the apertures being arranged in a plurality of vertically extending series, the annular wall being alternately inwardly and outwardly creased along the vertically extending series of apertures, the creases vertically pleating the inner and outer surfaces of the annular wall; a domed cap fitted for covering the upper end of the annular wall; and cap attaching means interconnecting the domed cap and the upper end of the annular wall.

Abstract: An artificial barrel cactus consisting of a plurality of sickles; and a plurality of welds laterally interconnecting and radially arranging the sickles about a vertical axis.

Abstract: An expandable tree-shaped device is formed from a sheet of material which includes a central apex and a plurality of spaced apart spiral strips extending therefrom, with the spiral strips being substantially coaxial to the central apex and to one another. The central apex and the spiral strips, in the operative position, are positioned in a vertically spaced, tiered array, with the central apex at an uppermost position such that the tiered array is configured to have a generally conical tree-shape. A plurality of connecting segments join each spiral strip or tier of the array to a next adjacent spiral strip or tier of the array to form a unitary structure. The width of each spiral strip increases proportionately with the increase in radial distance from the central point.

Abstract: A decorative optical fiber artificial plant has a base and an artificial foliage arrangement. The base has a housing and a colored light generator mounted in the housing. The artificial foliage arrangement is composed of multiple optical fibers and is connected to a specific position of the housing on which colored lights shines. The colored light generator has multiple LEDs and a controller to drive the LEDs. The controller has at least a microprocessor and multiple electronic switches connected between output ports of the microprocessor and the corresponding LEDs. Further, different driving programs are built into the microprocessor so the colored light generator can generate different color lights with various characteristics.

Abstract: Novel methods, apparatus and kits to provide a new presently-untapped market for state-of-the-art artificial flowers presently sold only as part of artificial plant assemblies that include artificial stems, branches, leaves, etc., the invention comprising various novel improved means, as well as kits including such means, for attaching such artificial flowers to non-blooming (pre-bloom, post-bloom or never-bloom) live vegeation having live stems, branches, leaves, etc., to simulate blooming thereof, for easy care-free instant yard beautification, said kits being devoid of artificial plant stems, branches, leaves, etc.

Abstract: A corner/wall situated Christmas tree stand for enabling a user to set up a Christmas tree against a wall or in a corner in a confined living quarters. The corner/wall situated Christmas tree stand includes a base assembly including a tubular support base having a wall, an open top, and a bore being disposed therein through the open top, for resting in a corner or against a wall structure; and also includes an elongate tubular tree support member being removably supported upon the tubular support base and being adapted to support branches of an artificial Christmas tree for resting in a corner or against a wall structure.

Abstract: A display representing a tree, such as a Christmas tree, has a trunk made of a hollow tube and held by a base in substantially vertical position. A liquid, such as water, is placed in the tube and an air supply in or near the bottom of the tube generates bubbles that rise through the tube. The tube and bubbles therein are preferably illuminated to add to the effectiveness of the display. Branches are secured to the trunk tube and extend outwardly therefrom to provide tree foliage and give the display the appearance of a tree or support foliage, such as in the form of a garland, which provides the tree foliage and gives the display the appearance of a tree.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a panel branch to be associated with an artificial tree. The panel branch includes a plurality of twigs, a channel element, an number of inserts, and a hook-like member. Each twig is inserted through an aperture in the insert and the insert, in turn, is placed in and secured in the channel element. The hook-like member has a short side and a long side. The long side of the hook-like member is secured in the channel element and the short side is used to secure the panel branch to an artificial trunk. In addition, optical fibres are associated with the twigs of the panel branch. Each optical fiber is threaded through one of the apertures in an insert and gathered into a bundle. When the panel branch is associated with the artificial tree, a socket with a light source is provided to receive the bundle of optical fibres such that the branch is lighted.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree includes a trunk and a series of branches extending outwardly from the trunk. A fragrance source is associated with the artificial Christmas tree. In one embodiment, the fragrance source is disposed within a container contained within the Christmas tree or disposed adjacent the Christmas tree. Air is directed past the fragrance source where the fragrance is mixed with the air to form an air-fragrance mixture. This air-fragrance mixture is directed upwardly through the trunk of the artificial Christmas tree and eventually emitted from the Christmas tree. Preferably the fragrance would be selected such that the scent emitted would simulate a live Christmas tree.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Christmas tree with foldable branches, which includes a trunk and several sets of the branches, wherein a connector and a cap are mounted on the trunk. The branches are connected with the connector and are capable of being folded near to the trunk for decreasing the volume of the tree. So the tree can be stored or moved easily with being disassembled.

Abstract: A novel decorative structure includes a length of strand material, having a plurality of individual strands twisted with respect to one another and fixed with respect to one another near a first end of the strands, a twisting member having a plurality of apertures formed therein, each adapted to receive a respective one of the individual strands therethrough, and an anchoring member adapted to support the decorative structure on a support surface. In a particular embodiment the twisting member is a disc, such that when the twisting member is advanced from a second end of the strands to the first end, the strand material is caused to unwind. Similarly, when the twisting member is advanced from the first end to the second end of the strands, the strand material is caused to wind up. When unwound, the strands can support a container within the unwound ends of the strand material.

Abstract: An artificial tree has a lightweight plastic base that may be filled with water or sand to make it heavy enough to support the tree in an outdoor environment without the use of guywires. A sectional vertical support member permits the assembler to vary the height of the assembled tree with ease. A light string is alternately routed up and down between the base and the top of the tree and around the base to give the assembled tree a conical shape that simulates a decorated Christmas tree when lit.

Abstract: A display representing a tree, such as a Christmas tree, has a trunk made of a hollow tube and held by a base in substantially vertical position. A liquid, such as water, is placed in the tube and an air supply in or near the bottom of the tube generates bubbles that rise through the tube. The tube and bubbles therein are preferably illuminated to add to the effectiveness of the display. Illumination can be provided by LED's which avoid the heat of incandescent lamps. Branches are secured to the trunk tube and extend outwardly therefrom to support a foliage garland to provide tree foliage and give the display the appearance of a tree. The tree can be provided as a separate trunk tube portion, base, and foliage garland so the parts can be packed and shipped without the base attached to the tube.

Abstract: Plastic logs having a smooth, textured, glossy surface with a nominal diameter greater than 2 inches and a flexural modulus at 40° F. of at least 70,000 psi. Thermoplastic material comprising such logs is preferably substantially polyolefin and other plastic materials having a higher melt temperature, e.g. a melt temperature at least 20° C. higher than the melt temperature of the polyolefin component. Such logs are produced by extrusion through a circular die to a heat transfer medium. Such extruded logs are especially useful for durable fencing.

Abstract: Pellets which may, for example, simulate snow are brought to a position such as the top of a tree from where they are dispensed. After falling to the bottom. the pellets are collected and re dispensed. The pellets are blown through a venturi tube and from there to a tube which runs to the position at where the pellets are dispersed. An adjustable flap is provided in the venturi tube, this flap functioning both to contribute to the venturi action controlling the fluid pressure and as a valve to control the rate of flow of pellets for optimum operation.

Abstract: The present invention provides an artificial bark for a decorative tree and a method of creating the material and applying it. The artificial bark includes an undercoat preferably made of a foamable plastic coating, a top coat also preferably made of a foamable plastic coating which is texturized, and a layer of colorant. The undercoat is applied to a structural member of the tree and then air dried. Then the top coat is applied, texturized by dragging a comb-like instrument across its surface, and air dried. Next, the undercoat and topcoat on the structural member are heat cured. Due to differences in the content of the undercoat and the top coat, heat curing causes the texture created in the top coat to be accentuated. After cooling, a colorant is applied to complete the artificial bark's resemblance to real tree bark.

Abstract: The present invention provides an artificial bark for a decorative tree and a method of creating the material and applying it. The artificial bark includes an undercoat preferably made of a foamable plastic coating, a top coat also preferably made of a foamable plastic coating which is texturized, and a layer of colorant. The undercoat is applied to a structural member of the tree and then air dried. Then the top coat is applied, texturized by dragging a comb-like instrument across its surface, and air dried. Next, the undercoat and topcoat on the structural member are heat cured. Due to differences in the content of the undercoat and the top coat, heat curing causes the texture created in the top coat to be accentuated. After cooling, a colorant is applied to complete the artificial bark's resemblance to real tree bark.

Abstract: A novel decorative structure includes a length of strand material, having a plurality of individual strands twisted with respect to one another and fixed with respect to one another near a first end of the strands, and a twisting member having a plurality of apertures formed therein, each adapted to receive a respective one of the individual strands therethrough. In a particular embodiment the twisting member is a disc, such that when the twisting member is advanced from a second end of the strands to the first end, the strand material is caused to unwind. Similarly, when the twisting member is advanced from the first end to the second end of the strands, the strand material is caused to wind up. When unwound, the strands retain a decorative helical shape, and give the appearance of a Christmas tree.

Abstract: An antenna support structure has the outward appearance of a palm tree. The antenna support structure has a vertical support pole with an upper portion, an intermediate portion and a lower portion. The lower portion is of a color and texture to resemble the trunk of a palm tree. Disposed outwardly from the intermediate portion is a plurality of antenna receptor members appropriately configured to receive desired electromagnetic signal waves. At the top of the support pole is a plurality of green members having the appearance of new palm fronds. Below the green members are a plurality of drooping members disposed downwardly about the intermediate portion of the support pole and covering the antenna receptor members. The drooping members have colors and textures to resemble a palm tree skirt.

Abstract: A ceramic honeycomb structure (1) constituted by cell walls (ribs) (2) forming a composite structure from a plurality of cells (3) being adjacent each other and a honeycomb outer wall (4) surrounding and holding the outermost peripheral cells located at the circumference of the composite structure; said composite structure satisfying the followings: the basic thickness of the cell walls (2) (the basic cell wall thickness) (Tc) is Tc≦0.12 mm, the outer wall thickness (Ts) of the honeycomb structure is Ts≧0.05 mm, and the open frontal area (P) is P≧80%, and there is a relation shown by formula: 1.10≦(Tr1˜Tr3-20)/Tc≦3.00 between the basic cell wall thickness (Tc) and each cell wall thickness (Tr1˜Tr3-20) of cells existing between an outermost peripheral cell and any cell within a first end cell from a third cell to a twentieth cell extending inwardly, taking the outermost peripheral cell as a first starting cell.

Abstract: A simulated Christmas tree is comprised of an array, or net, of interconnected light strings, tie wires and semi-rigid hoops. Spaced apart segments of light strings run downwardly from a hub which is at the top of a center pole that extends from a base. The light string segments are fastened to the horizontal hoops; and tie wires run horizontally between the segments, at elevations intermediate the hoops and intermediate the uppermost hoop and the hub which is at the top of the tree. The hoops create the conical shape. They are adapted to nest within one another, with clearance for the wires, and enable a knock down design. A detachable illuminated decoration is mounted on the hub at the pinnacle of the tree. The string light segments and bulbs in the star are electrically connected to blink, and to thus produce a twinkling tree effect.

Abstract: A method for constructing model vegetation utilizing natural foliage and the products resulting therefrom are described. The method includes the steps of providing a segment of natural foliage, immersing the natural foliage into a liquid colorant, and applying leaf simulating material to the natural foliage. For larger model vegetation or for model vegetation requiring a base, a tree armature is utilized with additional steps including removing the branches from the natural foliage and affixing those branches to the tree armature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Christmas tree structure. The main trunks have numerous branches; the main trunks and the branches are pre-assembled. The upper end of the tree trunks has a male protrusion; the bottom end of it has a bottom rigid arm connector. Through the upper male protrusion of the main trunks connected into the bottom rigid arm connector of the main trunks, it is to form a shape of the Christmas tree by connecting several main trunks together one layer after another. There is a space near the pivotal end of the branch between branches and branches; therefore, it can be hung all kinds of ornaments or tinseled all sorts of ribbons on each main trunk. There is a circular hole on the treetop for the star ornament as well as the lights.

Abstract: The present invention is comprised of a proper number of segments, wherein each segment includes more than one palm-shaped branches, in which the cords is located and hidden on a core shaft by wrapping a belt to fasten a cluster of the needle-shaped leaves synchronously, or by binding a cluster of the needle-shaped leaves molded the cords into directly synchronously to construct a basic unit of the Christmas tree-shaped decorating lamp to meet the functions of improving whole valuation and facility of transportation.

Abstract: An artificial palm tree having a planar base, a central support, an exterior covering and a separable crown. The central support of the artificial palm tree has one end flexibly affixed to the planar base. An exterior covering constructed around the central support is substantially greater in diameter than the central support and has the separable crown removably affixed to a free end of the central support.

Abstract: An artificial palm tree having a base, a frame fixedly attached to and extending upwardly from the base, the frame having an upper end; a helically wound metal strap having a leaf scar indicating edge, a multiplicity of heat fusion welds interconnecting the frame mounting edge of the helically wound metal strap and the frame; twelve rachis indicating shafts; a concentrically mounted cylinder slip sleeve and slip pin joint interconnecting the proximal ends of the rachis indicating shafts with the upper end of the frame; and a multiplicity of pinna indicating plates fixedly attached to the rachis indicating shafts.

Abstract: A decorative holiday ornament for displaying easily-moved lighted holiday greetings. The decorative holiday ornament includes a wreath being adapted to be mounted upon a structure; and also includes a protective backing member being securely attached to a back of the wreath to prevent the wreath from scratching the structure; and further includes a light-emitting assembly being attached to the wreath and including fiber optics being arranged to form lines, letters and words and being displayed upon a front of the wreath.

Abstract: A foldable ornament frame structure of the invention includes a first movable part, a second movable part, and a plurality of support rods. The first and second movable parts are respectively mounted at a top and a bottom of the ornament frame structure. The support rods connect the first movable part to the second movable part around the ornament frame to outline the ornamental shape of the ornament frame. The first and second movable parts respectively include a plurality of strips that are superposed and cross over one another at approximately respective central portions thereof. A hinge passes through the central portions to pivotally connect the strips together, the support rods connecting the strips of the first and second movable parts to outline the ornamental shape of the ornament frame.

Abstract: An ornamental light string stand includes a substrate, a shaft mounted on top of the substrate and having a star mounted on a free end of the shaft. Supporting units are securely connected to the shaft. Each supporting unit has a base, a centrally defined through hole defined in the base to communicate with the sleeve so as to allow the shaft to extend through the sleeve and the through hole. Cutouts are equally distributed on and defined through the base. A ring is securely connected to an underside of the base. Extensions are pivotally connected to the ring and each extension extends out from a corresponding one of the cutout. A stop is securely mounted on a top face of the base to limit pivotal movement of each extension in the corresponding cutout.

Abstract: An artificial tree has a central trunk, a number of main branches suspended from an upper portion of the trunk in a downwardly and outwardly inclined orientation, and a preformed tree top section extending upwardly from the upper portion of the trunk. Each main branch includes a number of sub-branch clusters and a bundle of fiber optic conduits which terminate in the sub-branches. The bundles of fiber optic conduits are received in an opaque enclosure housing a high intensity light source, which enclosure is attached to the upper portion of the trunk. Electric lights are disclosed as an alternative means to illuminate the tree. The trunk includes upwardly open hook elements which receive pin elements within the interior of rigid support members of the main branches. Each sub-branch cluster is pivotally connected to an associated rigid support member to articulate between a collapsed position for storage and shipping, and an extended position for display.

Abstract: A method for constructing model vegetation utilizing natural foliage and the products resulting therefrom are described. The method includes the steps of providing a segment of natural foliage, immersing the natural foliage into a liquid colorant, and applying leaf simulating material to the natural foliage. For larger model vegetation or for model vegetation requiring a base, a tree armature is utilized with additional steps including removing the branches from the natural foliage and affixing those branches to the tree armature.

Abstract: A pop-up artificial Christmas tree, for making it much easier for the user to set up and take an artificial Christmas tree. The pop-up artificial Christmas tree includes a base member assembly including a weighted base member; and also includes a tree trunk assembly including a hollow tree trunk member having a bottom end which is removably mounted to the base member, and also including an elongate support member being movably disposed and upwardly biased in the hollow tree trunk member with the hollow tree trunk member having a plurality of holes spaced along and disposed through a side wall thereof; and further includes a branch assembly having a plurality of branch members each being pivotally mounted to the elongate support member and being extended through a respective hole in said hollow tree trunk member; and also includes a light-emitting assembly having a plurality of light-emitting members securely attached to the branch members.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing artificial foliage utilizes a plastic pipe framework. The pipes are secured together to form a spine with a number of lateral members extending from it. The framework is wrapped with a layer of permeable fiberglass tape. A resin layer is coated on the fiberglass tape. The resin layer has a color and texture to simulate bark. Some of the resin permeates the fiberglass tape and contacts the pipes. Some of the pipes on the lateral members have upturned ends. Artificial leaves are attached to the resin layer on the lateral members.