You know the saying 'save the best for last'? I think that was originally spoken by those who invented the yearly calendar. It takes 12 long months to reach December but when it comes-celebrate! It is the most exciting time of the year and rightly so; with scrumptious dinners, heart tugging carols and gifts- waking up with a smile is a bug everybody is happily infected with. Make the most out of the yuletide season by learning how to trim a christmas tree and creating a beautiful home while you're at it.
First of all, you need a tree-- a perfect christmas tree for your family to enjoy. Before you go to the local christmas tree store, take measurements of the floor to ceiling height of your home. You wouldn't want a bowed tree filling your living room. Bring gloves for your hands to be protected from cuts; and line your car with plastic to avoid sap stains and needles. Tie the tree securely on top of your car, or wrap it in blankets before laying it across the back seat.
Have the tree washed, cleaned and pruned before you bring it inside your home. When it is dry, fluff the needles up thoroughly, they usually get flattened in transit. Set it in its stand securely and begin putting up the lights. Personally, I start from the lowest tier, coiling it around the branches until I reach the top. Christmas lights today come in different colors, sizes and shapes; choose one that will best complement your theme.
For the best christmas tree decorating ideas, run with your imagination and see where it takes you. Really, as long as it's not illegal (too gaudy is labeled illegal), you can do whatever you want. Start with the color palette of your choice. Go traditional with red and green; cool with blue and silver; eye popping with neon pink and green. Personally, I love the glam a little shimmer can do so highlight with sparkles and glitters all around.
Next, build up on the decorations based on whatever theme you have in mind. How about an edible ornamented tree with stringed popcorns, candy canes and other treats hanging from the boughs. For an opulent feel, decorate with rich red velvet trimmings and many strands of pearl garlands. You can also bring the country into your home with sprigs of colorful baby's breath and aromatic herbs tied on the tree's branches.
Finally, put in festive christmas balls as fillers on the tree. These balls come in different textures and ranges from the simple shiny ones to the ornate and embellished styles. Use different textures, styles and sizes for an interesting looking tree. A great technique you can use is to get a couple of handfuls of glitter and sequins and throw it over the fir. It will settle atop the dark green pine needles and when the light hits the little rainbow flecks, it creates a stunning effect.
There you have it, the basics on how to trim a christmas tree. Simple right? Expect more than a few compliments and admiring looks from family, friends and visitors. In fact, throw a party-a beautiful tree is a good a reason as any to celebrate the past year and the life ahead of you. Happy holidays!
First of all, you need a tree-- a perfect christmas tree for your family to enjoy. Before you go to the local christmas tree store, take measurements of the floor to ceiling height of your home. You wouldn't want a bowed tree filling your living room. Bring gloves for your hands to be protected from cuts; and line your car with plastic to avoid sap stains and needles. Tie the tree securely on top of your car, or wrap it in blankets before laying it across the back seat.
Have the tree washed, cleaned and pruned before you bring it inside your home. When it is dry, fluff the needles up thoroughly, they usually get flattened in transit. Set it in its stand securely and begin putting up the lights. Personally, I start from the lowest tier, coiling it around the branches until I reach the top. Christmas lights today come in different colors, sizes and shapes; choose one that will best complement your theme.
For the best christmas tree decorating ideas, run with your imagination and see where it takes you. Really, as long as it's not illegal (too gaudy is labeled illegal), you can do whatever you want. Start with the color palette of your choice. Go traditional with red and green; cool with blue and silver; eye popping with neon pink and green. Personally, I love the glam a little shimmer can do so highlight with sparkles and glitters all around.
Next, build up on the decorations based on whatever theme you have in mind. How about an edible ornamented tree with stringed popcorns, candy canes and other treats hanging from the boughs. For an opulent feel, decorate with rich red velvet trimmings and many strands of pearl garlands. You can also bring the country into your home with sprigs of colorful baby's breath and aromatic herbs tied on the tree's branches.
Finally, put in festive christmas balls as fillers on the tree. These balls come in different textures and ranges from the simple shiny ones to the ornate and embellished styles. Use different textures, styles and sizes for an interesting looking tree. A great technique you can use is to get a couple of handfuls of glitter and sequins and throw it over the fir. It will settle atop the dark green pine needles and when the light hits the little rainbow flecks, it creates a stunning effect.
There you have it, the basics on how to trim a christmas tree. Simple right? Expect more than a few compliments and admiring looks from family, friends and visitors. In fact, throw a party-a beautiful tree is a good a reason as any to celebrate the past year and the life ahead of you. Happy holidays!
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Giselle Taylor has a number of decorator's tricks on christmas tree decorating ideas which she shares with fellow holiday lovers. Get fantastic tips on How To Trim A Christmas Tree when you click on this site.
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