You’ll Need
- Ribbon
- Tree picks. These make great filler for holes and add extra “oomph”. Look for picks in your chosen color palette. If you’re someone who changes your scheme each year, then look for picks that are generic (think gold sprays, pearl sprays, pinecones and greenery.)
- Wire, wire cutters, scissors.
Tips to Decorate a Designer Tree
Tip Number One
Pick one color palette. This will create a cohesive look for when you add the personal ornaments.
Tip Number Two
Use tree picks as alternative to a star. This creates a great “poof” at the top.
Tip Number Three
Hang ornaments as close to the branch as possible. It will create a cleaner look.
Tip Number Four
Add picks as filler.
Ribbon
- Use a few types. For maximum color, use two of the same shade. Use two coordinating for a subtle look.
- Wired ribbon a must to move best.
- For a 7′ tree a 2″-3″ ribbon is fine. Any taller, use at least 5″ ribbon for scale.
- Attach ribbon with wire. This creates a tighter pull to create full, voluminous loops than the limbs do.
- Tie wire around ribbon two times pulling it very taught and twist it to hold. Then tie it to the tree with the ribbon.
- Layer ribbon.
- I prefer to tie them together just as described and pull them apart to create a wide ribbon effect.
- Take a step back and look for holes. Put the picks in those spots. It will add fullness, color and a catalog worthy look to your tree.
Ornaments
- Hang ornaments as close to tree branch as possible.
- If ornament is on ribbon, loop it around the branch a few times.
- If ornament is on a wire, pinch it so it’s shorter and not as long.
Hi Kelly, I really like all the great tips for decorating the tree. The only thing that is suggest is how to string the lights. I have found that I should start at the trunk of the tree and work the light out to the end of each branch. My husband likes colored lights. I myself prefer white but for him I’ll put three separate colors but intertwine them to give it a more clean look. I might add some extra sparkle with some fancy lights mixed in. Also you can really find some good deals at the end of the season fir next year. I find that Peir One has beautiful ornaments on clearance. I will pick up some at the end of the season and save them for next year. I also give my niece and nephew an ornament each Christmas. They don’t know it’s from last year or not. It’s a nice addition to their Christmas gifts. I thought it would be a nice tradition for them and they can have something to put on their own tree when the time comes and remember thier Aunt Pam. Happy decorating ?✨?
Hi Kelly, I really like all the great tips for decorating the tree. The only thing that is suggest is how to string the lights. I have found that I should start at the trunk of the tree and work the light out to the end of each branch. My husband likes colored lights. I myself prefer white but for him I’ll put three separate colors but intertwine them to give it a more clean look. I might add some extra sparkle with some fancy lights mixed in. Also you can really find some good deals at the end of the season fir next year. I find that Peir One has beautiful ornaments on clearance. I will pick up some at the end of the season and save them for next year. I also give my niece and nephew an ornament each Christmas. They don’t know it’s from last year or not. It’s a nice addition to their Christmas gifts. I thought it would be a nice tradition for them and they can have something to put on their own tree when the time comes and remember thier Aunt Pam. Happy decorating ?✨?