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10 ways to decorate outdoor trees for Christmas with lights

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To create a show-stopping look in your yard this festive season, you'll want to decorate outdoor trees for Christmas using lights for a cozy and festive glow. We'll be controversial and say that sometimes lit-up garden trees look even more beautiful than outdoor Christmas trees... All you need is a bit of imagination – and a lot of lights.

The best outdoor Christmas decor ideas for trees come in many colors and styles – but the most striking looks will bringing your firs and entire home to life throughout the holidays.

How to decorate outdoor trees for Christmas like a pro

Let's face it: the dark around Christmas time is really very dark, and any opportunity to brighten up the exterior as well as the interior of your home is an opportunity worth taking. Ash Read, interiors expert and founder of Living Cozy says: 'As the days become darker, the twinkling allure of Christmas lights can help to brighten our homes and outdoor spaces, whilst also helping to lift our spirits.'

Trees look especially magical with the best outdoor Christmas lights on them. You pretty much have ready exterior decorations with all those bare branches, you just need to choose the right design and the correct type of outdoor lights to go with them. Whichever color/tone of lights you choose, you must make sure that you get ones that are suitable for outdoor use. Indoor lights won't be weatherproof and typically run off different batteries. 

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This is by far the most popular look we're seeing everywhere on social media these days. The wraparound tree lighting creates an unbelievably beautiful glow on any tree, but is especially mesmerizing when used on established trees with many branches. You will need a lot of fairy string lights to achieve this look, and a lot of patience to wrap every single branch, but the result will be well worth it.

2. Create a stunning display with a cascade of string lights

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This look will add magic to your winter yard or even Christmas front porch if you have surrounding trees where you can re-create this curtain-like feature. You do ideally need a larger, taller tree for the look to work, but otherwise it's very easy to achieve. Curtain string lights are ideal for creating this design – they will save you time having to individually attach strings of fairy lights to each branch. 

3. Enhance an outdoor Christmas tree with deep blue lights

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If you are lucky to have a fir or spruce growing in your yard, the world's your oyster where it comes to decorating outdoor trees for Christmas. We really like this outside Christmas tree idea complete with blue fairy lights – it really stands out in the dark and contrasts beautifully with other shrubs and trees decorated with other colors. 

Top tip: Use blue lights with a black cable for this deep-blue look. Also looks gorgeous on bare trees.

4. Mix and match cool and warm lights

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Can't decide if you should go for warm or cool white lights? Why not try both? There really aren't any rules – you can go for whatever you want. 

We really like the way this trio of lights has been decorated with cool-toned and warm-toned lights. It gives the ensemble a more contemporary look than having them all decorated the same way would have allowed. 

5. Create a pastel marvel with white-cable lights

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If you want full-on fairytale magic in your garden this festive season, you need to look into decorating with pastel fairy lights . Choose globe-shaped ones on a white string for a really bright, glowing effect. Pastels don't pair well with other looks, so this would need to be your festive centerpiece tree.

6. Make your garden merry with multi-colored lights

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Have a large yard with many trees and shrubs? Why not create a whole symphony of color with multi-colored lights? From soft lilac-and-green combinations to blazing reds and oranges, you have so much choice. Think of your yard as a canvas for creating a spectacular light display. You could even draw a color map before you start decorating. 

7. Create a bewitching tree outline with green lights

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If you want an outdoor tree that won't look like everyone else's, choose green lights for a neon-like effect. This is a more contemporary and minimalist look than traditional white fairy lights; it's also suitable for those who don't want anything too bright in their garden.  

8. Stick to just the trunk for an easy festive look

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Can't bring yourself to do all that wrapping on every single branch? We hear you, it's not for everyone. But you can still bring a little Christmas magic to your outdoor tree by wrapping just the trunk. You'll still get that desirable glowing look minus the hassle of the extra-arduous wrapping. Accessorize with lanterns for even more interest on the ground.

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We can't think of a more striking look if you live somewhere that actually snows in winter. The crisp, white lights enhance both the tree and the surrounding landscape. Very simple and very beautiful. 

10. Add warmth with micro lights in copper

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On the other hand, if what you miss the most in winter is the warm sunshine, you can create a warm and sunny effect with copper fairy lights. Much warmer in tone than traditional white lights, they look especially stunning when they also come with a copper wire. 

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How do I put lights up on outdoor trees?

Ash tols us that 'hanging lights, whether that be on your Christmas tree or in your garden, can be a little tricky if you haven’t done it before!' 

To master hanging outdoor lights on trees, do it from the trunk up – this is 'the most widely used technique when it comes to decorating trees', according to Ash. This will also make taking them down much easier. Ideally, you want no more than three separate light strings per tree, especially if you're using an extension cord to plug them into.

If you are attempting an intricate wraparound design, make sure you have a sturdy outdoor ladder – or two ladders if you are decorating the smaller branches of a taller tree. Decorating a taller tree is a two-person job, always – you will want to have someone holding the other end of the lights as you wind (or vice versa). 

If you're not confident doing this yourself, it's best to hire professional light installers to decorate your outdoor trees.

How many lights do I need to wrap an outdoor tree?

The last thing you want is to realize that you don't have enough lights – and end up with a patchy or lopsided look. Ash recommends 'using 100 lights for every foot of your tree's height. A good tip to check if you have used enough lights is to step back and look at your tree with your eyes squinted, this way you will be able to spot where the darker gaps are and where more lights need to be placed.'

You should also measure your tree before buying your lights – you need to know the height and the width of the trunk. As a guideline, a single wrap around a tree trunk can easily use up 30-40 lights, so if you're doing a full wraparound design, plan to get (a lot) more than you think you need. As a rough guideline, multiply the height of your tree by the number of thicker branches you plan to wrap by the trunk circumference. You've got a rough estimate of how many lights you'll need. 

Anna is Content Editor at Real Homes. She moved to the world of interiors from academic research in the field of English Literature and photography. She is the author of London Writing of the 1930s and has a passion for contemporary home decor and gardening. At Real Homes, she covers a range of topics, from practical advice to interior and garden design. 

Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees |

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Make a note: you need to tick Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees off your festive to-do list! 

It's the season of goodwill, so it makes sense that any Christmas decor ideas should be enjoyed by more than your immediate family and friends. By decorating your backyard and home's exterior for the holidays, you're helping to bring joy and color to your neighborhood and community – something that's sure to put you on Santa's 'nice' list.

A Christmas tree decorated with twinkling lights is the perfect symbol of the season. And you don't even need to buy a traditional pine or fir tree to get the look. Any tree in your yard can be illuminated – in fact, dressing tree trunks, boughs and even bushes with lights is the latest way to bring the holiday spirit to your lot.

'We have seen a trend for new tree silhouettes and varieties alongside the traditional fir,' agrees Dani Taylor, Product and Creative Director for Cox & Cox . 

'From your small pre-lit potted doorstop tree to spectacular indoor-outdoor faux trees, there's now a wonderland of decorative varieties. This has rewarded us with real scope to decorate our outdoor trees in style, however large or small our yard may be.'

Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees

Lighting up front yard and backyard trees will help to elevate your outdoor Christmas decor ideas, bringing height, depth and drama to your scheme.  

A tree by your fence or gate, for example, will act like a signpost to signal that this is a home with a festive atmosphere.

A tree on the front porch or steps will draw you closer to the house, creating a sense of invitation and welcome.

And there are lots of different lighting options, so you can style that looks and feels right for you and your property.

'Fairy lights and festoon lights are being used more and more inside and out. Around a tree is the perfect place to use them, lighting up the most beautiful feature in a garden and creating a feature and statement,' says Thalia Shaw, Founder and Owner at Sparkle Lighting .

'There is a real trend for solar-powered garden lights,' Thalia continues. 'And lots of people have started using fairy lights in their gardens, and these offer a more delicate finish around trees and branches.'

1. Wrap a trunk with twinkling lights

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The bare branches of a winter tree have a natural elegance and beauty. But twist some fairy lights around the trunk and lower limbs and you'll add a touch of magic during the holiday season.

'This is a great idea if your yard tends to look a bit lifeless during the colder months, when foliage has fallen from the trees and there are few flowers to bring color,' says Andréa Childs, Editor of Country Homes & Interiors magazine..

'Choose a mix of warm white and clear white light bulbs to create standout on your street. And either use timer-controlled lights which you can set to switch on and off automatically to make the most of the darker hours without wasting electricity. Or choose solar-powered lights which will come on as the light falls.'

2. Cheat with chic faux trees

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Faux LED trees will bring professional-standard quality to your outdoor Christmas light ideas. They're a popular choice of events planners, hotels and boutiques, and are becoming increasingly sought after by savvy homeowners looking for an upscale finish to their seasonal decor.

Available in maple, cherry and even palm tree designs, LED trees like these from Twilight Designs look best massed long a path or the side of a house to create an illuminated walkway, or framing a porch or front door.

For a simpler option, choose flower-shaped LED fairy lights and twist these into the branches of your outdoor trees to replicate the look.

3. Put your outdoor Christmas tree in front of a window

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The ultimate in inside-outside decor – and an alternative to typical Christmas wreath ideas – a Christmas tree placed outside a window can be lit and enjoyed from both inside and outside the home.

With its proximity to the house, you can keep the Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees simple. A garland of small fairy lights that look like stars when lit is all you need to create a festive look.

4. Create a Christmas tree grotto

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The trend for outdoor entertaining, even once Jack Frost has made an appearance, means that firepits, barbecues and campers are set to be a big part of our holiday season. So why not dress up your yard for the festivities?

'I predict people will go big with their Christmas decorations this year, with many opting for larger trees and more extravagant wreaths and trees than previous years,' says Shaun Powell, Christmas interiors expert and CEO of Find Me a Gift .

'We will also see a rise in people opting for real trees over fake ones, as the smell and nostalgic feelings of a real tree will overtake people’s desire for convenience this year. And we'll see a more a rustic take on the traditional Christmas tree.'

Outside, this translates to porches and patios being decorated for the season, as well as backyards given a festive grotto look with tree trunk stools, cosy sheepskins, and lots of decorated outdoor trees. 

5. Go nostalgic with color

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After years of tasteful white twinkles, colored bulbs are making a comeback, both for indoor Christmas light ideas and outside the house. 

'One of the key themes this festive season is to inspire some nostalgia from Christmases past,' explains Amy Mason, Director of Product at Lights4Fun .

'Adding joyful touches of retro color is the perfect way to bring your Christmas to life, creating a vibrant and playful atmosphere for little ones and bringing back cherished memories for adults.'

You could choose strings of colorful fairy or festoon lights. But for a more graphic approach to your outdoor light ideas for Christmas trees, arrange your lights in bands of bold color that spiral around your tree. 

Choose a single color scheme, such as red candy cane red and white, or opt for color-changing lights so the shades switch to create a new effect every time.

6. Make a minimal tree with lights

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Don't have a tree to decorate? You can still create the lit Christmas tree look. Simply find a branch or sturdy wooden stick, and use this as the trunk of your alternative tree.

Secure a string of fairy lights at the top of the branch, then extend it to the ground. Peg in place with a tent peg, take the fairy lights to the top of the tree again, and continue until you have created a 'Christmas tree' shape.

7. Match your tree to the rest of your outdoor decor

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Coordinating each element of your outdoor holiday decor will create an elegant and considered scheme. You don't need too much – a tree, a foliage garland and a wreath, each illuminated with lights, is just enough.

'I like to keep holiday decor outside simple and understated, with white Christmas lights on the roofline and up our front yard trees, as well as magnolia leaf wreaths and tons of poinsettias,' says Mimi Meacham, Founder and Principal Designer of Houston-based Marian Louise Designs .

8. Style a 'wishing tree'

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A 'wishing tree', where people can tie on messages of gratitude, prayers, or wishes for themselves or others, is a lovely tradition for Christmas. If you have a well-placed tree in your front yard, you could invite family, friends and members of your community to make their wishes and read the notes written by others in the neighborhood.

To make the ceremony even more special, illuminate the tree with lights – or buy a ready-made version like this Magical Wishing Tree from Cox & Cox. Young ones, especially, will love to write their messages and tie them on to the tree with ribbon.

9. Light your tree with candles

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To add a traditional touch to your Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees, pick out LED faux candle designs. These bring all the vintage style of a traditional tree, without any risk from real flames – especially in a breezy outdoor setting.

Clip-on candle lights work especially well when you're creating an 'outdoor room' on your patio or in a corner of your yard. 

'Create a cozy and welcoming display for your patio with soft lighting from candle lights and lanterns, fairy lights and Christmas lights,' suggests Andra DelMonico, Lead Interior Designer for Trendey . 

'Add soft textures in the form of throw pillows and blankets. Attach a garland to the railing and arrange winter-hardy plants that can take the place of summer plants that you have moved indoors.'

10. Make a lit tree a focal point

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A large garden, drive or front yard can make the perfect 'stage' for an extravagant lit Christmas tree. This might be a tall fir or pine decorated in classic fashion, but it could also be an opportunity to try something more contemporary.

'A tree like this is a real talking point but unlike a show-stopping real tree, it's also incredibly to remove once the holidays are over. You can simply fold it up and pack it away until next year,' says Country Homes & Interiors editor, Andréa Childs.

'You can also personalize it with additional decorations, so that it looks as good in the daytime as it does once night falls.'

11. Make a 'Charlie Brown' tree

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Known as a 'Charlie Brown tree' after the favorite Peanuts comic, a simple twiggy tree or slightly sparse pine can come into its own at Christmas time.  

'There's something whimsical and minimal about a Charlie Brown that embraces simplicity in the midst of a holiday that can be overabundant,' explains Ginger Curtis, Owner Urbanology Designs in Texas.

Place your tree in a soil- or sand-filled bucket, with a covering of baubles to decorate. Then light with solar-powered or LED lights.

How do you put Christmas lights on an outdoor tree?

There are lots of ways to style Christmas light ideas for garden trees.

You could decorate a pine or fir tree just as you would an indoor Christmas tree, with lights twisted through the branches or clip-on candles at the end of the branches.

Wrap lights around trunks and branches to add dimension and height to your garden illuminations. And if you don't have tall trees to decorate, entwine micro lights around bushes and shrubbery instead.

Finally, you could choose faux tree made from Christmas lights, which will give the illusion of a tree without foliage or branches covering up the sparkle.

What types of light can I use to decorate an outdoor tree?

Weatherproof lights are essential when planning Christmas light ideas for outdoor trees, and they can be solar-powered, battery, or LED.

If your lights are mains powered, be sure that any cabling and the socket is waterproof and certified for outdoor use. Shield the socket with a cover to protect from the elements.

Avoid trailing wires to avoid trip hazards or accidentally shorting out your display.

Andrea has been immersed in the world of homes, interiors and lifestyle since her first job in journalism, on Ideal Home. She went from women's magazine Options to Frank. From there it was on to the launch of Red magazine, where she stayed for 10 years and became Assistant Editor. She then shifted into freelancing, and spent 14 years writing for everyone from The Telegraph to The Sunday Times, Livingetc, Stylist and Woman & Home. She was then offered the job as Editor on Country Homes & Interiors, and now combines that role with writing for sister title homesandgardens. com. 

Foam flex toys, large plastic balls, tops for high-rise Christmas trees

A majestic artificial street tree is the main decoration of the festive city during the Christmas celebrations. Decorated with toys and multi-colored alluring lights, it pleases the eye and brings a sense of celebration to the city's snow-covered streets.

In this review, we will tell you how the decoration of a high-rise spruce differs from its interior counterpart and analyze the difference between trunk and frame structures. nine0003

The artificial Christmas tree is a special design that has its own installation and storage nuances.

It consists of:

Coniferous "bundles" are fixed in pipes, thanks to which the trunk tree turns out to be lush and visually natural, similar to a living one. However, assembling such a system will require some diligence. A separate place is provided for each branch, and it must be collected clearly according to the scheme. When dismantling, it is also recommended to systematize removable elements. nine0003

Christmas tree with frame has two significant advantages over its opponent:

The frame Christmas tree can be distinguished from the living prototype with the naked eye, but with decorations and garlands it looks very festive and original.

How to decorate a high-rise street Christmas tree

A street coniferous beauty is called a high-altitude tree for a reason, because its height can reach from 4 to 45 m. And this means that New Year's toys for a city Christmas tree must be noticeable and large, otherwise they will get lost in the thick needles, and in addition, withstand low temperatures and changes in weather conditions, do not break and be environmentally friendly. To understand how many Christmas decorations you need for your type of high-rise beauty, we offer this table:

These recommendations are approximate - it all depends on what result you want to get.

Next, you need to decide on the choice of colors and style, decide how to beautifully arrange the toys on the branches. In order to create a sense of celebration and be remembered, New Year's decor should be colorful, spectacular and at the same time elegant and graceful.

There are many ideas to decorate a tall Christmas tree, here are some of them:

Types of outdoor toys:

1. Plastic balls

Large plastic balls are a classic, safe and always up-to-date way to decorate outdoor Christmas trees. As a rule, shades combined in color or an ensemble of glossy and matte textures are used. On our site you can pick up Christmas balls with a diameter of 60 to 500 mm, in any color palette.

2. Bunches of balloons

A great idea - bunches of balloons of different diameters, especially in combination with large balloons and large plastic pendants. nine0003

3. Beads and bows

To make your fir tree look royally luxurious, complete the decor of fluffy branches with large plastic beads and bows made of soft frost-resistant material. And your Christmas tree will acquire a luxurious and elegant look.

4. Styrofoam toys

These Christmas decorations are perfect for outdoor decor. They are frost-resistant, perfectly tolerate bad weather, catchy, light, shiny and inexpensive. In addition, foam flex snowflakes and stars look great in ceiling compositions and decor of shop windows and shopping centers. nine0003

You can choose any shape, color and size: snowflakes, bows, trains, sweets, bells, Christmas trees, boots, etc. - the Winter Story store offers the widest range of foam flex jewelry.

5. Lighting

So, we have analyzed in detail the variations of day decoration. After dark, even the largest and brightest toys are invisible. Therefore, it is necessary to separately think over the image of the design for the dark time of the day. After all, it is at night, decorated with multi-colored garlands, that it acquires charm, mysterious charm and a truly fabulous look. nine0003

For evening lighting, various types of electric garlands are used: low-voltage garlands-threads, melting icicles (with the effect of a flowing drop), garlands with curly nozzles, for example, multiballoons or ready-made kits, which are the best and most thoughtful option, because equipped with the necessary devices for connection and various light-dynamic modes.

6. Tops

The final touch in the design of a large Christmas tree will be a luminous top sparkling with bright lights. A Christmas tree with such a crown looks unusually impressive and elegant! It can be a star on a metal frame with an LED filament overlay, or a beautiful plastic snowflake with a metal frame, in which shining LEDs are already mounted. nine0003

You can also decorate the top of your tree with a foam flex star. Such tops are simple, bright, strong and budget. We have all sizes and colors in stock.

We hope that our article has helped you to understand the principles of decorating tall street fir trees without much difficulty. And if you still have doubts - write or call us, the employees of the Winter Story online store will definitely help you choose the right set of jewelry for your design project. nine0003

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How to decorate a Christmas tree for the New Year 2023 with your own hands: tips and interesting ideas

What is the New Year without the main symbol of the holiday - a smart Christmas tree. But if you are now thinking about tons of tinsel and a star on top of a tree - forget it, it's all yesterday. We tell you how to decorate a Christmas tree so that it looks stylish and fashionable: here are some tips and tricks. nine0003

How to decorate a Christmas tree: design tips

Step 1. Choose a color

First, choose the color scheme in which your Christmas tree will be decorated.

Tones should correspond at least to the general interior of the room in which the tree stands, and at most to the design of the entire apartment. As for the Christmas tree itself, the basic rule is this: choose one main color, take the second for accents that emphasize the details, and add glitter - gold or silver, but preferably one. Red and gold or red and green are timeless classics, but there are other options. nine0003

By the way, do not forget about the little things that also play an important role in the festive decoration of the Christmas tree with your own hands. For example, replace the threads or wire that we used to hang toys on with special fasteners - green to match the needles or, conversely, contrasting ones for additional accents.

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Last year's favorite - white - is still relevant, but now silver is added to the company. You can choose one of these colors as a basis, or you can combine them. nine0003

Christmas tree, as if in a sparkling hoarfrost, is suitable for discreet interiors in Scandinavian or minimalist style. In this case, you will need white, not very shiny tinsel (as an alternative, buy an artificial Christmas tree with white or silver “needles”).

Toys will also be in cool colors (it is not recommended to combine them with warm ones) - light blue, ashy, pearl, in general, pastel colors with a cold bias. Pay attention to the following scales: white-milky-beige, lavender-blue-blue, mint-pistachio-green. Silver or blue garlands will answer for the shine. nine0003

“Green Ritual” style

It is based on the idea of ​​a conscious rejection of things as a reaction to the formed culture of waste. This style is simple, minimalistic.

Calm, natural colors are used in two ranges: light restrained (gray, taupe, sand, reddish brown, light fern) and mysterious dark (deep shades of red, green, brown, blue).

Designers countered the discreet color scheme with experimental and creative ideas in terms of construction and materials. Glass and clay can be safely combined with wood, diluting them with paper flowers, decor with floral motifs, watercolor sketches or chaotic patterns. nine0003

Style "Silk Party"

The name speaks for itself - this style is woven from lightness, femininity, sophistication. The palette is balanced: the first option includes pastel colors, soft cream shades and fresh nuances of sorbet, the second one is distinguished by a discreet glow, warm shades.

This line of tenderness continues in jewelry. Silky, velvety-matte and metallic effects are organically combined with each other. Shimmer and shine - but without the glamor! Comfort is achieved with the help of modern drapery, neat volumes, flowing materials. nine0003

While rough, embossed surfaces are welcomed in the old style, only ultra-smooth surfaces, thin glass, translucent fabrics such as silk and organza are allowed to enter the Silk Party.

Happy Meeting Style

Designers draw inspiration from urban lifestyles with an emphasis on recycling. This is the most “delicious” style - it uses the colors of freshly squeezed lemon, lime, mint lemonade, grain. Those who lack brightness should pay attention to the color of natural wax (yellow-orange) and bottle green. Melange and other color mixes obtained using composite technologies are also in trend. nine0003

The "Second Life" concept also applies to decor. In the first place is the use of "waste" - plastic, paper. Unconventional ideas and handicrafts (weaving, winding, knotting, layering) are welcome.

Step 2. Decide on the composition

You will be surprised, but it turns out that there are certain algorithms for decorating a Christmas tree, subordinated to literally geometrically verified schemes.

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Christmas tree ring style

It is closer to the classics familiar to everyone, so it will not require much work to perform. It's simple - we hang balls or other toys with our own hands, the largest ones at the bottom, the smaller ones are closer to the crown, and in a circle we supplement everything with garlands or tinsel.

The “garland for the lazy” – tiered – can make decorating easier. It is a vertical wire with horizontal branches. It is fixed on the top of the Christmas tree with a ring, and then it remains only to distribute the lights - they will lay down evenly, quickly and accurately. nine0003 Photo: Jan Baldwin, globallookpress.com

In a spiral

Here, on the contrary, we start with garlands or ribbons, arrange them in a spiral from top to bottom. We are already adding toys along these lines so that the balls of the same color form one spiral. For each next one, we choose a new shade, it is only important that it is combined with the previous one. You can decorate in one color, then try changing the shape and type of toys.

Vertical lines

First, again, take garlands or ribbons and hang them from the top of the head to the lower branches with clear lines. By the same principle, we supplement the decoration with balls, and in the intervals between them we place contrasting or matching bows that can be made by hand. nine0003

Here, as in the first case, a “lazy” garland will come to the rescue, only consisting of threads fastened from above. The bundle is fixed at the top of the Christmas tree, and the wires are distributed vertically at an equal distance.

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Step 3. Choose a style

Now the trend is Christmas trees, dressed up for a specific theme. In Russian, classical or futuristic style - whatever you choose, it is important that the decoration of the Christmas tree matches the overall interior of the home. Otherwise, nothing limits your imagination. nine0003

Life hack from the popular blogger Olga Chepurnaya : if you can’t find a compromise with your home, divide the Christmas tree in half. Not literally, of course. The children strove to “hang it up in the wrong place, insulting Scandi with all their might with yellow plasticine fish, crooked chains and tattered giraffes from a toilet paper roll.” But for many years, Christmas tree harmony has reigned in their family - the children decorate their side, and Olga decorates hers.

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Mini Christmas tree

This is a very stylish option that is relevant in a variety of cases: if you are not in a special New Year's mood, or you are in the mood, but there is no budget, or there is a budget, but there is no free space in the house for a large tree, or There are all of the above factors, but I want something original.

— Small Christmas trees are not only a cool replacement for a regular Christmas tree, but also a stylish accessory. They are compact, but no less fragrant than large conifers. For compositions, it is best to use a plant such as nobilis. Its branches are as resistant as possible, they do not crumble. Some manage to keep such a Christmas tree until next year! Another plus is that decorating a mini-Christmas tree is easier, and you can do it in absolutely any style and color scheme, explains brand director of the network of workshops "Give flowers" Victoria Bogdanova .

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Ecostyle

In general, the trend of all trends is still in the forefront in interior design, and in the difficult task of decorating the Christmas tree, it is also not going to give way. What it means: natural materials, no plastic and acid colors, only natural natural shades. Toys can be made of wood, yarn, felt, beads and even papier-mâché. By the way, in recent years it has been very fashionable to use hand-knitted pompoms made of yarn of different colors or balls wrapped in craft paper to decorate the Christmas tree. Dried flowers, cones, coffee beans, tangerines and other fruits are also suitable. Garlands are not forbidden, but let them be white or silver. nine0003

Scandinavian style

In general, the trend of all trends is still in the foreground in interior design, and in the difficult task of decorating the Christmas tree is not going to give way. What it means: natural materials, no plastic and acid colors, only natural natural shades. Toys can be made of wood, yarn, felt, beads and even papier-mâché. By the way, in recent years it has been very fashionable to use hand-knitted pompoms made of yarn of different colors or balls wrapped in craft paper to decorate the Christmas tree. Dried flowers, cones, coffee beans, tangerines and other fruits are also suitable. Garlands are not forbidden, but let them be white or silver. nine0003

Retro

There are actually two ways to decorate the Christmas tree. Simpler - a la Soviet childhood: glass snow maidens, figurines of cosmonauts and workers, silver rain - and yes, in this case you can get a star on the top of a tree from a closet. Another way is to turn to the pre-revolutionary style of decorating the Christmas tree. Here the toys will have to be selected more carefully - you will need porcelain figurines, paper and felt products, which can be supplemented with candles (artificial, of course, we are for fire safety) and foil stars. nine0003 Photo: market.yandex. ru

Toys made of cotton wool

Non-banal variant of Christmas decorations in the continuation of retro style - toys made of cotton wool. “Like in childhood” - that’s what flashes through your head when you first see such beauty. Do you remember Santa Clauses and Snow Maidens, who often stood under the Christmas trees at home, in schools, in kindergartens? Here they were just made of cotton wool.

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Despite the apparent simplicity of the material, the finished products are more like works of art. Malleable cotton wool can be given any shape, even the most realistic one, and details can be added with the help of paint. Today's masters working in this direction are real artists whose work is highly valued. Each wadded toy is like a snowflake - unique and unrepeatable. And by the way, you can make a simple decoration from cotton wool yourself: it will take a special place on your home Christmas tree or become an unusual New Year's gift. nine0003

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Exotic

Christmas tree decorated with tropical butterflies, bizarre insects or large exotic flowers. The colors here will be bright, so this composition is suitable for interiors in the spirit of minimalism (in contrast), or neutrally decorated rooms for the New Year 2023.

One of the trends in this style is Wild Glam. Feel free to combine any animal prints, fur textures, images of wild animals and birds. The texture of the feathers contrasts interestingly with the needles. The obligatory moment is an abundance of golden color and glitter! nine0003

Step 4. Decide whether it will be a classic or a creative Christmas tree

It happens that there is not much space in the apartment, and the Christmas tree will not fit into the remaining space. But in this case, do not give up the festive mood. Instead of a large tree, you can arrange coniferous bouquets around the house or hang wreaths. Or maybe you just want creativity, and the usual Christmas trees do not fit into the ideas about it. Then you can consider other options for a "Christmas tree without a Christmas tree" to make it look stylish and unusual. nine0003 Photo: Matej, pexels.com

Christmas tree in the form of a panel on the wall

You can make it yourself from tinsel, garlands, serpentine or even long beads. If you add small bows and snowflakes made of foil or paper, you get a very impressive New Year's composition. Designers also offer "Christmas trees" made of flat wooden boards, complemented by bright fabric toys and ribbons.

"Knitted" tree

For the last few years, such trees have been in trend. As a rule, they are small in size so that they can be placed on a table or chest of drawers. However, they also offer life-size options of a real tree. The balls can be in any, the most daring color combinations, or, conversely, are selected in the same tone. It is better to take the texture of the threads more embossed - so the tree will seem more “lush”. nine0003

Christmas tree for new settlers

Are you celebrating a holiday in a new apartment for the first time? Or maybe they started a repair, but it somehow unexpectedly dragged on? In either of these two cases, you have a ladder in your home. Creative designers offer to make a Christmas tree out of it. You should not be skeptical about this option - the whole structure looks very good, the main thing is to think over the composition and choose the right accessories. We put boards on the rungs of the ladder, on which, in turn, we put small pots with spruce branches, baskets with tangerines and cones, candles and other suitable attributes. We decorate the racks with garlands and tinsel. nine0003

Step 5. Decide where to put

It also depends on the availability of free space in the apartment and the size of your Christmas tree. The traditional option is in the living room, but there are other ways to place a Christmas tree in your home.

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Choose a place according to Feng Shui

By placing a Christmas tree in the middle of the room, you, according to ancient oriental beliefs, attract energy to all aspects of your life. In addition, the southern corner of the room is considered the traditional place for installing a feng shui Christmas tree. It is also important to use paired elements when decorating the Christmas tree - balls, other toys, double tinsel, paper lanterns of various shapes. And it’s great if the decor has a maximum of red. nine0003

Hang on the ceiling or wall

In fact, this trend has been around for several years, but it still does not lose people's love. Christmas trees-chandeliers are equipped not only with a special ceiling mount, but also already have lamps, so additional lighting is not required. As for wall models, such trees have branches only on one side of the trunk, the other is flat. And they are simply hung on carnations - approximately, like paintings.

Arrange the tree in the kitchen

This option is suitable if you are not going to throw a big banquet on New Year's Eve, and in general you plan to be at home less often during the January holidays. Put the Christmas tree where you will meet the new day - in the kitchen. Let a small but beautifully decorated Christmas tree (which, by the way, is not at all necessary, a living tree without decorations in a pot on the dining table or “edible bouquets” that are so popular now will look good - depending on the composition, they can be stored from two days to a month) will create a positive mood for you before winter entertainment. nine0003 Photo: Iordache Magdalena via www.imago, globallookpress.com

How to make the Christmas tree stand longer in the apartment

To wash or not to wash - that is the main New Year's question! There is usually an opinion that the Christmas tree does not need to be washed, that it is completely pointless, the frosty air will cope with all the bacilli so well, in addition, the Christmas trees are processed (at least they should!) Before they are sold.

Olga Chepurnaya is not only the "creator" of a double-sided Christmas tree, but also the author of the annual flash mob "A clean Christmas tree - a clear conscience." nine0003

— Eight years ago we bought an artificial Christmas tree, and when we began to pack it in a box, we found hands black with dirt. How outstanding sofa sherlocks, using a short deductive chain, realized that a tree standing in the house for more than a week (let alone 1.5 months!) Is covered with an even layer of dust, the blogger shares. And her subscribers - with their experience with live Christmas trees: “For several years now, my live fir, there are bugs, and dirt, and garbage. In order not to clog the sewerage, I take my mother to wash in the yard of a private house, and when it’s cold - to a car wash”, “On live Christmas trees, especially in packaging, there can be a bunch of insects that wake up and join the celebration”, “My husband brought a Christmas tree with what -some living creatures such as aphids. He had to wash almost every branch in the bathroom by hand. nine0003

Even if you do not react to the smell of dust and are confident in the quality of the purchased Christmas tree, you should not bring it into the living room right away either - for acclimatization, it is better to put it on a balcony or an unheated loggia for about a day. To make the tree stand longer, it is advisable to process the cut of the trunk. One method is to mix hot water with glycerin. You can also put your Christmas tree in the ground, after moistening the ground with a solution of crushed aspirin and sugar (two tablets per two tablespoons).

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