How to decorate your Christmas tree?

How to decorate a Christmas tree ?

Before you even start decorating your Christmas tree, there’s one essential question to ask: where should you put your Christmas tree? It’s usually placed in the living room or dining room, since that’s where everyone gathers to celebrate the holidays. Choose a spot away from windows or doors so as not to block the openings, and away from heat sources to prevent damage to the tree.
If your Christmas tree is small, feel free to place it on top of a piece of furniture or a table so everyone can see it. On the other hand, if it’s large, set it up in a corner to free up space.

Once the Christmas tree is in place, check your decorations from previous years: make sure the ornaments aren’t damaged and that the string lights work properly... All that’s left is to make any missing decorations yourself… and of course, these decorations will be 100% DIY!

Need some inspiration? Here are our tips and tricks, along with a few ideas for the absolute best Christmas tree decorations!

String lights and garlands

Start by hanging the string lights, then the garlands. Drape them evenly from the top to the bottom.
While string lights are a must, non-illuminated garlands are an option. If you choose to make your own Christmas garlands, the creative possibilities are endless.

How do you make homemade Christmas garlands?

• Make natural garlands. To do this, collect pinecones during a walk. Once you’re back home, clean off any debris, then string them together with natural-fiber twine or glue. There you go—you’ve created a stunning zero-waste Christmas decoration. You can add a pop of color by painting a few pinecones with Christmas paint and glitter, or by adding colorful bows made from ribbon.
• Create garlands out of paper rings. Cut strips of colored paper. Form a loop by gluing the ends of the strip together. Slide a second strip through the first loop to form a second loop, securing it with glue. Continue this process until you reach the desired garland length. Here’s a fun craft activity to enjoy with the whole family!
• Make Christmas garlands with treats. Choose between threading popcorn onto a string with a needle or stringing star-shaped shortbread cookies. But watch out for those with a sweet tooth—they might eat everything and ruin your decorations!
• Make a bead garland for a chic Christmas decoration. Opt for fairly large resin beads, which are less likely to break if dropped.
• Create Christmas shapes using polymer clay or self-hardening clay, then string them together on a ribbon. Choose colors that evoke Christmas, or add glitter to make your garland sparkle! You can even use stencils to create pretty Christmas patterns.

Ornaments and Hangings

Continue decorating your Christmas tree by adding all kinds of ornaments and hangings. Start by placing the largest Christmas ornaments and hangings, then finish with the smaller decorations. The rule is to start at the bottom of the tree, working diagonally, to distribute them evenly.

Make resin ornaments or bead stars. Use UV LED resin to create pretty hanging decorations. Everyone can make one their own way, which will make your Christmas tree personalized and super original.
Get the whole family involved, and everyone can hang their creation on the branches of the Christmas tree. Decorating the tree is always a lovely family activity!

How to Make Your Own Christmas Ornaments?

• Use clear Christmas ornaments! They’re easy to work with—just slip whatever you like inside: feathers, glitter, dried flowers, a photo, paint, marbles… Let your imagination run wild! That’s exactly what Lucie, one of our designers, did in her tutorial.
• Grab a crochet hook and crochet a beaded Christmas ornament.
• Use iron-on beads to create fun decorations to make with the kids and hang on your Christmas tree.
• Weave some beads! In our DIY Christmas ornament tutorials, choose the design that suits you best and create your own!

The Top of the Tree

This is the finishing touch to your tree decorations. It should be spectacular, because it’s the centerpiece—it’s what your guests will see first.

How to decorate the top of the tree?

Traditionally, you place a Christmas star at the top of the tree. It can be made of macramé, beads, or even lighted!

You can also leave the star in the closet and switch to a more original tree topper.
Need some inspiration? Here are a few ideas for the top of your tree:

• Pine cones,
• Feathers,
• A wreath,
• A Santa hat or a hat,
• A big ribbon tied in a bow.

The base of the tree

Once all your Christmas decorations are in place, think about the base of your tree. It’s not the prettiest part of the Christmas tree, and it’s often the most neglected. And for good reason: you never quite know what to do with it.

How can you hide the bottom of your tree?

• Arrange some fake wrapped gifts at its base.
• Place it in a flower pot or a trapilho basket.
• Cover the base with a Christmas fabric, burlap, tartan, or a solid-colored fabric to avoid overdoing it.

Whether it’s a real or artificial tree, decorate the base simply so it doesn’t overshadow the Christmas decorations you’ve just carefully placed on the tree.