Vintage simplicity can be gorgeous.
Creating the perfect Christmas tree is an art that can be broken down into five easy steps:
1. Decorate Away from the Wall
You need to be able to access all sides. Pull it out and place a few chairs around it to stand on while reaching the top branches.
2. Hang the Lights First
Start at the top and work your way down, keeping the lights plugged in if possible. Rather than strangling the tree with the lights, go in to the trunk and out along the branches as you work your way around. This will give the tree depth.
3. Hang the Garland
Again, start at the top and work your way around and down the tree, weaving the garland in and out and giving it swag.
4. Hang the Ornaments, from Big to Small
If you have a lot of any one type of ornament, put these all on first, spacing them evenly. If you have large ornaments, put them on early in the process to prevent the tree from looking unbalanced. Fill in with smaller ornaments, making sure not to ignore the inner branches of the tree as well as the tips.
5. Top it Off
The final touch is crowning the tree–otherwise it will look unfinished. Choose something that makes you happy, whether it be a big bow, a star, or an angel.
