How to Create an Angel Tree

Creating an angel tree this Christmas is a unique way to unify your Christmas tree. It's can also serve as a holiday memorial, or a great Christmas tradition.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Christmas tree

1. Decorate your tree like you usually would, except leave off the ornaments. White twinkle lights add an air of elegance. You can wrap the tree in garland or ribbon.

2. Collect angel ornaments. You can limit yourself to one per year to create a family tradition. Shop as a family. Pick up an angel ornament every time you take a trip. This way you will actually use your souvenirs.

3. Fill in the empty spaces with generic Christmas ornaments like gold balls. Top the tree with an angel tree topper, or star. This way the angel ornaments will really stand out.

4. Keep a Christmas card in the ornament box with the date & place where you purchased each ornament. This way you will always remember why you chose each piece.

Tips & Warnings

• Share the stories of your loved one with your kids & guests when they ask about the angel ornaments.
• You can start your angel tree with just one ornament. You can start off with a smaller tree & move to a larger angel tree as the collection grows.
• Keep the rest of your decorations on the tree in the same color scheme. Try a neutral color like gold, silver, or white. This way your angels can be any color & the tree will still match.