It has always been tradition to have a 6′ pine in the corner of your living room during the holidays. Outfitted with sentimental bulbs, handmade bows, garlands and twinkling lights, your home becomes the epitome of love and peace. As much as Americans would like to share this picturesque scene, it is not always possible. Homes are shrinking, money may be tight and families are not as close as they were in the 1960s. Face it! We are in need a redo on the whole Christmas extravaganza, beginning with the tree.
Small and Festive
Keep your real tree appeal with a live potted pine. White pine, tropical pine or cedar pine set in a festive container are great choices for keeping the season natural and fun. Decorate with LED lighting, berries and pine cones. After the holiday season is over, keep as a houseplant. You will have an interesting place for hanging Easter eggs in the spring.
Holiday Wall Tree
Create an illusion of your favorite Christmas theme with a blank wall. Get creative with felt, garlands or real pine trimmings. Draw a template to display a tree shape, a star or even Santa and his sleigh. There will be plenty of space for wrapped gifts and the holiday atmosphere will be alive and well. There are hundreds of ways to display your ideas.
A White Christmas
Who doesn’t dream of a white Christmas? Make your dream a reality with a white tree silhouette that is made from a piece of plywood. Cut out the design, large or small, and spray paint in white. String LED lights and place in front of a spot light to create a silhouette. Your tree will take up very little floor space and your white Christmas will be with you.
Start a new tradition this holiday season by creating scenes and memories that represent your love of Christmas. A 6′ tree is only a symbol of this precious time. Any Christmas tree alternative will do as long as you never lose the spirit. For more ideas on holiday ideas, see: https://www.pinterest.com/explore/alternative-christmas-tree and White Christmas: https://www.freshdesignblog.com/2015/10/white-christmas-three-christmas-tree-ideas-from-cox-and-cox.