Christmas Joy

4 Responses to “how do you decorate a department store christmas tree?”

1. Brad
   November 1st, 2008 at 8:25 am

   

   what type of decorations do you have to work with?

2. Justme
   November 2nd, 2008 at 11:04 pm

   

   I did this for three years…put the lights on first. Start from the base, wrap it and work your way up, wrapping each and every branch, then get some large ties, and secure each ornament to the branches so the people won’t knock them off and break them, or pocket them. Place the ornaments next, then put bows at the end of the branches. Work in triangles with the ornaments and bows. Place an ornament at the top of one triangle, then go down a couple of branches and place two ornaments, one in each corner to complete a triangle. Do that with the bows as well, it makes a gorgeous tree.

3. PatV
   November 4th, 2008 at 1:24 pm

   

   Instead of wrapping the tree in lights, work vertically. Start at the top and run the strands up and down the tree. You’ll be able to get lots more lights onto the tree.

   I agree with the previous answer about wiring the ornaments to the trees. Do the same in spots on the lights and any garland – it will keep everything in place.

   Whatever the color scheme, use small ribbon interwined within the interior of the tree.
   Use a unique color for the tree skirt, although it won’t be the focus of the tree, the color will pop out here and there.
   Don’t place a topper that is too heavy – it will cause the tree to lean, and even slightly, will look bad. Consider a bow, a bird, or small fruit arrangement if you don’t have a lightweight star or angel
   Have fun….

4. designsbyniki
   November 6th, 2008 at 9:30 pm

   

   tell us what the three thems are.