How to Decorate a Contemporary Christmas Tree
If the traditional green and red Christmas tree doesn't mesh with your personal style or contemporary home décor, create one with a modern look this year. Rewrite the rules to decorate a tree that goes beyond the typical glass balls, tinsel and twinkling lights. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Find trees in different colors and materials. Artificial versions are available in hot pink, blue or silver, while rustic trees consisting of white bare branches can also lend a contemporary feel.
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Hang unconventional items like chipboard monograms, large wood words, framed photos, spring flowers or different types of candy. You can also make unusual decorations, such as ornaments sewn from burlap, garland created with metal chains or lights in themed shapes.
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Create a different theme each year. Try "technology" (with compact discs, zip drives and computer equipment as ornaments), "baby" (with pacifiers, diaper pins, rubber ducks and blocks), "beach" (with starfish, shells, sand captured in glass balls and small pieces of driftwood) or "toys" (with small cars, blocks, dolls and puzzle pieces).
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Go for a monochromatic look. Purchase a colored tree or change the color of a branch-only tree with spray paint. Decorate with lights, ornaments and garland in the same color. A white Christmas tree with all-white decorations looks cool and crisp.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid using tree lights if the contemporary decorations you've chosen are flammable or have the potential to melt when they come in contact with the small bulbs.
