December 11, 2009

Tree Decorating Tips

Filed under: Christmas Decorating — Tracy @ 6:41 pm
  • Putting Lights and Decorations on the Tree
    When decorating your Christmas tree, put lights on first, then garlands, then the ornaments.
  • Work From the Inside Out
    Start arranging Christmas tree lights on the branches near the base of the tree. Weave strings of lights along the branches “inside,” then move to the outer edges of the branches.
  • Placement of Ornaments
    Don’t hang all your ornament on the tips of the branches. Place ornaments and other decorations ‘inside’ your tree to add depth and interest.
  • Basic Ornaments for Fill
    Start by arranging the “filler ornaments” evenly spaced around the tree. This would include basic solid color balls that are easily found at discount stores in a wide range of colors to coordinate and enhance your decorating scheme. You’ll need about 20 “filler ornaments” for every 2 feet of Christmas tree.
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    • Christmas Tree Tips

    Filed under: Christmas Decorating — Tracy @ 6:39 pm

    Cut the stump of the tree with a fresh cut and set it in water immediately. A fresh-cut tree will absorb several quarts of water right from the start. So it’s important to check and refill the water level several times a day for the first week. You can cut down on frequency later. Be sure to place you Christmas tree in a stand that has a large water reservoir and keep it filled.

  • Christmas Tree Preservative
    You can prolong the life of your Christmas tree by mixing up a concoction of 1 quart water, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1 teaspoon liquid bleach.

    • December 1, 2009

    Holiday Decorating Tips

    Filed under: Holiday Decorating, Christmas Decorating — Tracy @ 10:39 pm

    You can find colorful assortments of Christmas tree balls at almost every home center, hobby shop, discount store, or drug store. Collect lots of one color or use a rainbow of colors for the easiest, simplest Christmas centerpiece ever.Gather different sizes of or ornaments or buy a box of all one size, whatever you need to fit your clear bowl, candle hurricane lamp, ceramic vase, or seasonal basket.Mix different size balls to fit any bowl, glass hurricane, basket, or vase.