How to make a mini tree

Of course there is more than one way. My method was to simply buy an easel style wreath holder like this one at AC Moore (view).
Next decide how many trees you want and how many lights you want on each. I have found the 200 or 300 incandecent lights work nice. LED's depend on brightness. Typically m5 or concave are the best LED's to use for mini trees. Here is a good artical on assembly; Planet Christmas".