Choosing between all the possible Christmas tree themes can be an interesting experience. There are as many ways to decorate those trees as there are people who decorate them! Some choose a theme for their Christmas trees.
Some people choose their Christmas tree theme by having everything a particular color. For instance, there are some who choose to have a white Christmas tree with gold or red decorations.
My Aunt, used to have a white tree, with white lights, and heavenly blue ornaments and garland which looked wonderful. Sometimes she’d switch up and use white and blue lights, and I thought that was the greatest thing since gingerbread cookies!
Choosing a theme by color can create a very elegant display that can be carried to other rooms, to the outside of the house, or to your entire holiday decoration plan.
The only limits are those of your imagination and pocketbook! And, if you choose “standard” colors, you’ll find an enormous variety of items at rather inexpensive prices.
Some parents want their Christmas tree theme to be a cartoon character or something else their kids enjoy.
Disney has made this theme very easy (though not inexpensive), by creating special ornaments for nearly every beloved character in their repertoire. There are even character-based Christmas lights.
Other great themes I've seen are angels, teddy bears, or decorations typical of an historic era, such as Victorian, or even colonial. There are Star Trek themes, food themes, and flowers, too. Honestly, use your imagination - its fun!
Be aware that anything "different" and you may spend days or even weeks searching for Christmas tree decorations; Christmas tree decorations that may also cost more money than you are willing to pay.
So, if you are interested in decorating your Christmas tree with a theme, but without having to go through all of the hassle and expense, I’d advise you to take the simplest approach.
If you do decide to choose a Christmas tree theme, you may want to think about shopping for your decorations early. People start shopping in October and November, so if you wait much longer than that to start, things will be pretty well picked-over.
The earlier you start, the better your chances of finding just the “right” decorations for your particular theme.
The best time to decide if you want to theme your Christmas tree, is immediately after “this“ Christmas season. Not only will you find some items very inexpensively right after the holidays, but you will have all year to shop and create your own decorations.
Children adore arts and crafts, and handmade decorations add charm and warmth to any Christmas tree theme.
They are easily and beautifully combined with purchased items, and will save a lot of money for you. Not only that, but it is one more activity to bring the family together during the holiday season, and will create many wonderful memories for all involved.
For those who insist on purchasing all of their decorations, shop local stores first. During the season, even craft, hardware and grocery stores have pre-made ornaments.
You should definitely also give online shopping a try. In fact, if you are planning on having a somewhat unique Christmas tree theme, you will find it easier to locate what you are looking for online.
Be sure to examine the time that it will take to theme a Christmas tree.
When it comes to themed Christmas trees, most folks want to have their tree look exactly as they envisioned it in their mind. This can take a lot of time and experimenting.
This does not mean you shouldn’t do it, it just means that you many want to consider if you really have the time to do so.
One final consideration is what to do with themed Christmas tree decorations after the holidays are over.
Is your Christmas tree theme something you intend to live with for more than one season?
If not, figure out what to do with all those decorations before you start buying.
Ebay, yard sales and resale stores are great ways to dispose of themed decorations you no longer have use for.
Sometimes, depending on the item, they can also be re-purposed during other seasons. Some may be reused year after year. Some may be given as gifts, or even used as package decorations the following year.
I never advise purchasing items for Christmas that you’d simply toss in the trash after the decorations come down.
Always try to find some new use or a new “home” for unwanted decorations before considering adding them to the local landfill.
Post your favorite Christmas tree themes below!!
Many Blessings
GrannySue
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