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Tips On Decorating A Childs Christmas Tree

Jill — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:01:15 +0000

When decorating your Christmas tree do you decorate it in a theme or does anything go? Do you like to put a tree in every room? What about in your child’s room? My son wanted his very own tree and he wanted to decorate it in a sports theme. We decorated his tree with all types of sport ornaments. For the topper instead of going with a traditional star or angel we used a basketball. He was so excited when it was all finished. Visit the Home Decorations Blog for more unique ideas on how you can decorate your Christmas tree.

Handmade Tree Topper Bow

Jill — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:13:02 +0000

Do you wish you could make that perfect tree topper bow that you see on all the displays? Watch this video for step by step instructions on how to make a tree topper bow.

Chrismon Ornaments

Jill — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:01:45 +0000

In the past I have always done a traditional Christmas tree. It seems that every year that goes by Christmas becomes more and more commercialized. I was starting to worry that my children would start to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. I decided to decorate our tree in Chrismon ornaments this year. Chrismon meaning a symbol of Christ or Christianity, or a Christ monogram. Crowns, crosses, doves, and stars are a few examples of a Chrismons design. This was a project that I was able to do with all my children and they were very easy and fun to make.
At Christian Ornaments they have step by step instructions on how to make your very own Chrismons. For more ideas on starting new traditions visit the Christmas Memories Blog.

Christmas for All Ages

Jill — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:04:00 +0000

No matter what age you are Christmases from when we were a child hold special memories. From baking Christmas cookies to stringing popcorn on the family tree, we all have our own traditions for celebrating Christmas. At the Christmas Tradition Blog I found new ideas to help celebrate this holiday season.

Creating Ornaments from Christmas Cards

Jill — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:17:28 +0000

Looking for new creative ideas for Christmas ornaments and Christmas décor? The Christmas Card blog has some tips on creating ornaments and other festive, useful items from last year’s Christmas cards. Why not reuse a few cards this year and create your own unique designs!

Choosing the White House Christmas Tree

Jill — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:38:19 +0000

Have you ever wondered how the traditional White House Christmas tree is selected each year? This news story from the Washington Post explains how this year’s Christmas tree was selected and how it will make its way to the White House around Thanksgiving, along with all of the usual pomp and circumstance surrounding the grand occasion.

Bread Dough Ornaments

Jill — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:49:02 +0000

If you’re making homemade Christmas gifts this year or just want to make some beautiful ornaments to hang on your own tree, these bread dough angel ornaments are a great project for a chilly winter day.

Holiday Tree at the White House?

Jill — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:43:53 +0000

The decorating and lighting of the National Christmas Tree is perhaps one of the most storied traditions in the celebration of Christmas in America. But what would it become if that tree was called a “Holiday Tree” instead? An e-mail that has been making its rounds claims that will happen this year, and dismayed Americans are forwarding it on in a call for protest. But is it really happening? Check the Christmas Myths blog to find the answer.

Decorate Your Tree With Memories

Jill — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:09:44 +0000

When you bring out the Christmas ornaments to decorate the tree each year, what do those ornaments represent? If you typically decorate with glass balls and icicle ornaments, it’s likely those ornaments don’t have much special meaning, if any. But if your tree is filled with handmade ornaments or ornaments that have been gifted to you, there’s probably a special memory attached to each one.

There’s a fun Christmas tradition you can start that ensures there’s a memory behind each and every ornament you hang on the tree. You probably bought baby’s first Christmas ornaments when each of your kids were born, right? How about continuing that tradition, year after year? There are so many different kinds of ornaments out there that you’re sure to find something to commemorate each year of your children’s lives.

When they’re toddlers, choose cute Christmas ornaments that relate to their favorite toys, or perhaps a personalized Christmas ornament that reflects they’re your little princess. Hobby ornaments and sports ornaments are perfect when they get a little older and start developing interests of their own. Did something special happen this year? Buy an ornament to commemorate it. Having the ornaments personalized with your child’s name and the year makes them all the more special.

The best part about this type of ornament collection is that you have a visual memory of each year as your child grows up. They can take it with them when they leave home to branch out on their own, or you can hang onto them as special memories. (Or, if you buy 2 of each ornament they’ll have one to take with them and you’ll have one to keep.) It’s fun to remember what prompted the purchase of each ornament as you hang them on the tree each year, and it’s a great way to remember all those years of “growing up.”

Lighting Your Christmas Tree

Jill — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:47:26 +0000

Putting the lights on the tree can be hard, especially if you’re a perfectionist who must have each branch lit equally to make sure your tree looks exactly the way you want it to look. This helpful article from Better Homes and Gardens tackles four common Christmas lighting concerns: what type of lights to choose, how to properly decorate a real tree, how to make things easier when lighting your artificial tree, and how to make the outside of your home festive but not overpowering.