Those of us who do not have the time, money or opportunity to set up a live Christmas tree can still have enchanting glow of one. The only thing you really need to imitate the look of traditional Christmas trees is a tall conical shape and some ornaments. You don't want to murder a poor tree anyway. Every year people get creative with their decorations to design clever and interesting versions of these treasured holiday traditions.

Artificial Christmas Trees

Obviously the next best thing to a real tree is an imitation one. Artificial Christmas trees are a wonderful option for people who would like to imitate the time honoured Tannenbaum. Generally the more that an artificial tree costs the more realistic it will look. Pricier trees may also come with built in lights or fibre optics, snow or rare colouring that make dressing the tree in ornaments even easier. Since artificial trees can be stored away in the attic or closet during the off season, it makes sense to invest in one that you know will last.

Palm Christmas Trees

In warmer climates a palm tree that is decorated with Christmas ornaments can be a touching sentiment. The tropical look of palms compliments outdoor gatherings and beach environments. Since palm trees are mostly trunk, people like to take advantage of the space by winding strings of lights around them. The fronds can be draped with lights, tinsel and hanging ornaments. But generally it is the Christmas lights that make Yuletide palms them look truly spectacular, especially at night. To change the texture, try using a variety of lights such as fairy, icicle, branch, net or display lights.

Wooden Christmas Trees

Even though all real trees are made of wood that is not exactly what we mean. There are many different ways that pieces of wood can be put together into a Christmas tree and then adorned with ornaments and decorations. A popular option for those who live near the beach is to arrange pieces of driftwood into the shape of a tree. For a simple tree, long sticks can be leaned together like a tepee and bound together. Blocks of wood stack up very well into a pyramid. You can even hang up a series of wooden shelves into ascending order on the wall and then pile them full of gifts and treats.

Paper Christmas Trees

Some of the best decorative items for the holidays are made out of something as simple as paper. You can use anything from cupcake holders to sheet music to newspaper or gift wrap to build a charming table top Christmas tree. If you are not sure where to start, try doing an image search for paper Christmas trees on the Internet. Since paper is such an inexpensive commodity it is possible to design a miniature forest of paper Christmas trees should you so desire. This is also a marvellous way to make ornaments for hanging on the tree, walls and anywhere else you can think of.

Two Dimensional Trees

Presents will look just as charming at the foot of a mural of a tree. In close quarters it may do well to hang up a large triangle that is designed to resemble a tree. Whether it be made of poster board, white paper, cardboard or pressed fibre board, a two dimensional Christmas tree can look very chic. This allows one to get creative with their holiday décor. It could be an uncomplicated collage pieced together from a few blocks of vintage wrapping paper. Or a child's drawing on a large roll of butcher paper that is sprinkled with glitter and paint.

Other Christmas Trees

The only real limits to imitation Christmas trees are your imagination and the materials that are available at the time. You can reuse empty beverage cans by stacking them into the shape of a pine tree. This effect can also be achieved with candies, buttons or seashells, perhaps with a bit of Styrofoam underneath for a steady base. All kinds of old junk can be put together to make a tree shape from tires and bicycle spokes to empty spools of thread or spare wires. Whatever you use, remember to trim you Christmas tree with care and to retain the original spirit of Christmas.

 

 


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