Decorating the Christmas Tree

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Do you love sparkly ornaments and twinkly lights, I do! Does decorating the Christmas tree get you excited or does it stress you out? It is a big job, but it really can be a lot of fun putting it all together if you are organized in the way you go about it! There is a method and correct order to the way you should put the Christmas lights and decorations on the tree. I will share with you some information that might make your tree look a little more elegant for the holiday season. Knowing the best way to add your decorations can take the stress out of this and make it much more enjoyable for you. I will also show you some fabulous ornaments and other decorations for the Christmas tree. Lots of wonderful ideas to add some sparkle and shine to your Christmas!

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Choosing your Christmas Tree 

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Those of you that use artificial Christmas trees probably already have a tree. If you are thinking of purchasing an artificial Christmas tree there are many styles, sizes and types to choose from. You'll want to decide where you'll be displaying the tree so as to choose the correct size for the space that you have. There are different types of needle lengths and textures on these trees as well as different shades of green. Or white if you choose! Basicly you just find the one that you like. If you bring in a real Christmas tree of course, you probably won't be decorating it quite as early!

Artificial Christmas Trees 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

Variety of Different Sizes and Styles of Artificial Christmas Trees...
Many of the trees now come pre-lit, with white mini-lights or coloured mini-lights!
Good Tidings 6-1/2-Foot Artificial Cape May Fir Christmas Tree

Good Tidings 6-1/2-Foot Artificial Cape May Fir Christmas Tree

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Set Of 3 Unlit Downswept Alpine Artificial Christmas Trees 3' 4' 5'

Set Of 3 Unlit Downswept Alpine Artificial Christmas Trees 3' 4' 5'

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4.5' Pre-Lit Virginia Fir Artificial Christmas Tree - Clear Lights

4.5' Pre-Lit Virginia Fir Artificial Christmas Tree - Clear Lights

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First, The Lights 

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After you have your Christmas positioned and in place for decorating the first thing you'll want to do is begin with the lights. Hopefully, you've already chosen your color or colors of choice and have your light strings tested and ready to go! It's a good idea to plug all the light strings in to be sure that they are all working, nothing like finding out after you have them on the tree that some of the strings are dead!
I like to start at the top of the Christmas tree and work my way down. Begin by winding the lights up and down each individual branch, I know it sounds like a time consuming task but it looks so nice. Fills the inner branches with light as well! Work your way around the tree, moving down towards the bottom as you go! Adding strings of lights as needed. I've read that the safe limit of strings to attach is no more than 5 so if you have a large tree and need lots of lights buy the bigger strings so you don't have to attach too many! When you are finished you will see the inner branches twinkling as much as the outer ones! This is a great method to follow for a beautifully decorated Christmas tree.

Mini- Lights for the Christmas Tree 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

Orman Set of 100 Clear Mini Christmas Lights

Orman Set of 100 Clear Mini Christmas Lights

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Orman Set of 100 Multi Mini Christmas Lights

Orman Set of 100 Multi Mini Christmas Lights

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Good Tidings LED Mini Ice Christmas Light Set, Warm White

Good Tidings LED Mini Ice Christmas Light Set, Warm White

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Christmas Mini String Light Set of 45 - Multi Color Lights

Christmas Mini String Light Set of 45 - Multi Color Lights

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Mini String Light Set 100-ct Clear with Green Wire

Mini String Light Set 100-ct Clear with Green Wire

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When joining light strings together, the safe number is a maximum of about 750 lights coming from one outlet!

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Shimmer and Shine...

Decorating with Beautiful Ornaments 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

There are so many choices when it comes to choosing the ornaments for your Christmas tree! Many of you may have ornaments that you've collected over the years and can't wait to pull out. Or maybe you are ready for a change of colour for your tree this year. There are all kinds of colour themes that you could choose! From reds and golds, to pink and chocolate or blue and silver, really the list is endless. I like to start with hanging all of the glass ball ornaments first and then using special ornaments or unique designs depending on your theme to fill in the gaps! Here are some fabulous glass ball ornaments that would be perfect on the Christmas tree.

Adding Some Themed or Unique Ornaments to the Christmas Tree 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

So now you have all the glass ball ornaments hanging on the Christmas tree. It's time to start filling in some of those spaces with pretty themed designs or unique ornaments to your own liking! Ideas like snowflakes, snowmen, bells, holly, angels, cartoon characters, are just a few ideas to get you started! You can go with one or two specific types of designs or mix it up with several different designs. If you've chosen to go with just one or two colours maybe you'll want ornaments of a similar shades to match this! Or perhaps you like ornaments in clear or white with lots of shimmer and shine! Here are some great ideas below!

Christmas Trees and Decorating Sites 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

Interior Decor
Tips on setting up your Christmas tree and lots of decorating tips too!
Decorating Tips
Lots of great tips for decorating the tree and creating an elegant focal point!
Christmas Trees
How to decorate your Christmas Tree. Lots of photos and useful information!
Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
Lots of great information and ideas. Suggestions for color themes!

Decorating the Christmas Tree  

Ideas for Decorating the Christmas Tree

A great example of ornament placement on the Christmas tree.

How to decorate your Christmas Tree

Julie Brown shares ideas and tips for decorating your Christmas Tree, from hanging the lights, to choosing which baubles go where.

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Other Ideas to Decorate the Christmas Tree 

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There are so many other pretty items that could be added to the tree. Here I will list a few ideas for you!

Pretty Bows - metallic colours are nice

Silk Pointsettias - these clip onto the branches (come in reds, pinks or whites)

Icicle Ornaments - (my favourite) add lots of shimmer and sparkle

Wooden Toy Ornaments - wagons, sleds, ice skates, ect.

Musical Insturment Ornaments - drums, horns, harps, ect.

Garlands - many colours and thickness' to choose from

Ribbon Garland - again many colours and widths

Tinsel - for those that like this but a little messy

Icicle Decorations for the Tree 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

Set of 12 Clear Spun Glass 5.5

Set of 12 Clear Spun Glass 5.5" Icicle Christmas Tree Ornaments Boxed #232720

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Glass Icicle Ornament

Glass Icicle Ornament

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Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Icicle Treasures Christmas Tree Ornament Collection

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Icicle Treasures Christmas Tree Ornament Collection

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Icicle Christmas Ornaments

Icicle Christmas Ornaments

Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 11/30/2009) Buy Now

Star Ornaments 

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Antiqued Star, Tree and Angel Tin Christmas Ornaments 5

Antiqued Star, Tree and Angel Tin Christmas Ornaments 5"H Set / 6 (2 ea)

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Antiqued Tree / Star / Heart Set Tin Christmas Ornaments 4.75

Antiqued Tree / Star / Heart Set Tin Christmas Ornaments 4.75"D Set / 12 (4 ea)

Amazon Price: $54.00 (as of 11/30/2009) Buy Now

Antiqued Tin Star with Etched Glass Tea Light Christmas Ornament 8

Antiqued Tin Star with Etched Glass Tea Light Christmas Ornament 8"L

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Set of 4 Clear & Gold Glittered Star & Tree Christmas Ornaments

Set of 4 Clear & Gold Glittered Star & Tree Christmas Ornaments

Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 11/30/2009) Buy Now

Tree Toppers for the Christmas Tree 

Decorating the Christmas Tree

Last but not least you'll want to finish off your tree with a beautiful Christmas tree topper. There are maybe Christmas designs to choose from.
Stars and Angels are the most popular of the Christmas tree toppers though I'm sure there are some other designs available. Here are some pretty ones below! I love putting the tree topper on then standing back and viewing the finished Christmas tree!

Christmas Tree Toppers 

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