Christmas Tree Decorating Tips For Every Tree

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50+ Statement Christmas Tree Decor Ideas for a Memorable Celebration

Creative ideas to pull off a unique tree look once and for all.

David Tsay

Once you've found the perfect Christmas tree, the real fun begins. It's a blank canvas that can be used to add cheer to your holiday celebration and show off your design aesthetic.

Stumped on how to decorate your Christmas tree this year? Whether you're partial to live trees from your go-to farm or a chic artificial option, there are so many inspiring ways to spruce up a basic holiday decor. Choose from elegant, rustic, timeless, you name it. Then gather all of the right decorating essentials, including lights, ornaments, garland, tree skirts and tree toppers. With a bit of creativity, you can have the statement Christmas tree you've always wanted. Browse our best Christmas tree decoration ideas for more inspiration.

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Mason Jar Lid Star Ornament

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Frosted Berries

HomeGoods Style Expert Jenny Reimold took a flocked Christmas tree to the next level with a red-and-white theme. Rather than using a traditional star topper, she opted for bunches of festive berry branches to complement the ball ornaments.

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Santa Hat Ornament

Is it even Christmas without Santa decor in the mix? Celebrate the holiday by adding a few Santa hat ornaments on your tree. Your kids will be impressed!

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Sugar Plum Look

Not only did HomeGoods Style expert Jenny Reimold pull off a sugar plum Christmas tree theme — she proves that just about anything can be an ornament. Here, mini retro-inspired radios, tucked in between branches, add an unexpected touch to the colorful look.

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Festive Bows

Red bows (try grosgrain ribbon) are go-to decorations for sprucing up holiday gifts or wreaths, but they can perk up your tree, too.

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Sheet Music Ornaments

Don't let your unwanted song books go to waste. Display your favorite tunes right on your tree. Add a personal touch to your tree this year by making star-shaped ornaments out of your sheet music.

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Rope Tree Basket

With the holiday season comes way too many packages. Grab one to decorate your tree this year. All you have to do is use rope to line the box (hot glue is perfect for this). It'll turn any drab tree stand into a statement maker.

Get the tutorial at House on the Way »

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Twig Ornaments

Your kids will get a kick out of making nature-inspired ornaments. Simply grab some twigs and use glue to add colorful embroidery thread to them.

SHOP EMBROIDERY THREAD

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Galvanized Tin Tree Collar

Love the look of stock tank pools? Bring the same vibe right to your Christmas tree with a galvanized tin tree collar.

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Plaid Tree Skirt

Take inspiration from the cozy flannel shirt in your closet and go with a statement skirt for your tree.

SHOP PLAID TREE SKIRT

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Lightbox Countdown

Stick a light box underneath the three — before presents, of course! — to help your family count down the days until Santa arrives.

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Colorblocked Ornaments

Rather than treading lightly around your Christmas tree in fear that ornaments will fall and break, paint a dozen wooden ornaments for a shatter-proof option.

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Wicker Christmas Tree Collar

Conceal an unsightly artificial tree trunk with this wicker tree collar which also complements your living room's warm and cozy vibe.

SHOP WICKER TREE COLLAR

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Burlap Garland

Dot an array of jingle bells on long pieces of burlap ribbon, and hang it vertically on the tree.

SHOP BURLAP RIBBON

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Pinecone Tree Topper

Add a few spritzes of snow spray along with a DIY pinecone tree topper to create a magical indoor winter wonderland.

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Vintage Christmas Card Decorations

Display your favorite cards of Christmases past by clipping them straight onto the tree for an instant upgrade.

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Plaid Ribbon Garland

To avoid overloading on glitz and glitter, trade a tinsel garland for a thick plaid ribbon. Tis the season for plaid, after all.

SHOP PLAID RIBBON

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Festive Lattice Ornament

Just because your cross-stitching skills have room for improvement doesn't mean that you should give up crafting with embroidery hoops altogether.

Get the tutorial »

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Mini Pennants

Mixed in with the classic round ornaments, stick in mini pennant flags from your alma mater or schools that your family members attend.

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Gray and Silver Tree Decorations

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Antique Candy Tin

Get a daily dose of nostalgia this holiday season by placing a tabletop tree in an antique candy or toy chest.

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Candy Tree Decorations

Wrap this candy-covered tree with a garland made with artificial hard candies in an array of neon hues. Then fill in the empty spaces with lollipops, candy canes, and candy ribbon ornaments.

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Winter Wonderland Tree Decorations

To make the Christmas tree a focal point, outline it with a winter village layered on top of a white sheepskin rug. Then stay true to the theme with snowflake, snowmen, and mitten ornaments.

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Woodland Christmas Tree Decorations

As a nod to the great outdoors, hang pinecones, mini log cabins, and painted woodland creatures on the Christmas tree. Top it off with a wooden star.

Amanda Garrity Associate Lifestyle Editor As the Associate Lifestyle Editor for GoodHousekeeping.com, Amanda oversees gift guides and covers home, holidays, food, and other lifestyle news.

Monique Valeris Senior Home Editor, Good Housekeeping Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers decorating ideas, home tours, gift guides and more.

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