Always unplug any lights when not supervising. Obviously, your tree also will suffer as they try to tear off the tinsel. If you have a cat or puppy, avoid decorating with tinsel: they love chewing on the stuff and can get very sick from it blocking their stomachs. This is not only dangerous but unless you have the best artificial Christmas tree up in your house, you may end up getting the vacuum out to collect all those pins.Īll Christmas tree decorations should be hung as close to the trunk as possible avoid hanging anything too close to the tips of the branches as they may slide off or be pulled off by curious pets/children. Make sure your tree is stable to avoid it getting knocked over by boisterous toddlers/puppies/kittens.
#Christmas tree stands ideas how to#
How to keep your tree safe for kids and pets Once stable, add water, ensure you keep this topped up and decorate your fir as normal. Once all 8 20 1/2 long 2×2’s have Molding attached, you can assemble the sides. You can use rocks or heavy bricks to weigh down the bucket and to secure your tree too. You'll need to ensure yours can take the width and length of the tree stump and, handle the weight of the tree of course.Įnsure your bucket is clear of any debris/chemicals first of all, with no holes in it. If you haven't been able to buy a specific tree stand you can always DIY your own with a bucket. How to put up a Christmas tree without a stand This will help with knowing when to top up the water.ĭomoney recommends you feed it with lemonade, sugar water or florists cut flower food.īe careful not to overfill the stand, and put your Christmas tree somewhere away from the radiator or open fires. Start by watering it, filling the stand up enough for you to be able to feel the level of the water with your finger. Once you've installed your tree, you'll want to focus on keeping your Christmas tree alive all throughout the holidays. If yours doesn't, and your tree is wobbly inside, try wedging something (a cork, for instance) between the trunk and the stand. The best tree stands have screws for securing the trunk. Your tree should feel snug inside, not wobbly – but you do need a bit of a gap between the trunk and the inside of the stand so that you can water your tree. You could also use a plastic bag within that to make tidying up easier after the holidays. Choose one ideally made from painted metal for maximum stability. You'll want to get a stand that can hold water. When you've chosen a Christmas tree for your household, you'll then want to look out for a sturdy, appropriately sized stand. But you can of course just pop it in water while you prepare the stand. Horticulturalist David Domoney recommends you sit your tree in a bucket for a night and a day before bringing it in as the later you bring it in, the fresher it will be. This stunning Christmas tree from Rachel at Maison de Pax is natural and bright! It fills this dining room with its wintery wonder.As the root has been removed, the tree's vital source of nutrients has now gone which is part of the reason why you need to keep yours well watered. Allow minimalist Christmas tree lights to speak for themselvesĪllow a beautiful Christmas tree to speak for itself with only a few white lights as accents. I personally love using things I have already lying around the home to create something special. Upcycling thrifted items into household decor isn’t just practical, it’s smart! Upcycling breathes new life into old stuff and gives it a second chance.
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods is the queen of upcycling and you can totally see why with her adorable upcycled Christmas coffee mug tree! Think outside of the box and upcycle a minimalist tree from thrift store materials Great for tiny houses that still want to celebrate Christmas in style, or just anyone who loves minimalist DIY projects. These adorable mini Christmas trees are so easy that children can help make them - and they look totally gorgeous stacked on any table or flat surface. Save space with ultra-minimalist wooden Christmas treesĭon’t feel like messing with a Christmas tree OR just want to save a bit of money & space?Īshley Rose from Sugar & Cloth has the perfect project!
I can’t believe how gorgeous these look when they are hung up on the tree and they also give the air a pleasant holiday aroma.
Just LOOK at these apple and orange natural decorations from Cami at Tidbits! Seriously, natural orange garlands look oh-so-stunning
Giant pinecones, dried hydrangeas, tufts of blueberries, and other bits and bobbles accentuate the beauty of the green pine tree. I love that Courtenay from Creek Line House used all-natural materials to decorate her Christmas tree! Use natural elements to decorate your minimalist Christmas tree
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