TIPS FOR DECORATING THE CHRISTMAS TREE ON A BUDGET

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1 . Add fillers to your Christmas tree.

Some people use dusters, but I always used Christmas tree filler branches and have been able to find

them fairly cheaply. Consider using simple garland on the tree. This may help lower your Christmas

tree budget.

2 . Decorate with ribbon.

Decorating with ribbon is more than buying pretty ribbon, and throwing it on your Christmas tree.

There are several tricks to during this really nice, take the time to learn them.

3. Use different size ornaments.

Use larger ornaments on the inside of the tree for added dimension.

4. Don't be too matchy-matchy.

Don't have too many of the same shape and size ornaments. To give the tree more depth, hang

solid ornaments just inside the tree. Special ones or favorite ones should be hung toward the front.

5. Pick a color scheme.

The best color scheme adds/blends to your year-round decor. If you have white curtains, try a candy

cane theme or all white. If your space has red in it try a red and gold tree.

Extra tip: Buy stuff after Christmas, to really get discounts on Christmas items.

Have fun with your decorations, and everyone will love them as much as you do.