Christmas tree decor is an art form. If you’re thinking of decorating your tree this year, you should really consider the rustic country theme. There are some very beautiful and unique decorations available for this holiday season. They are warm and beautiful, with a sense of the old in the new. It’s really a wonderful theme to pursue, whether you’re a young family just beginning to enjoy the joys of a traditional holiday or one that has been around for many generations.
The great thing about a country Christmas tree is that it really can be simple to do, even for beginners. You don’t have to have any special skills, or have a lot of fancy tools. All you need is a simple design idea, some pine cones and some dried flowers, a stand in the right size and height for the tree, and you’re done! This leaves you free to use your own imagination and make something special to give as gifts, or to simply enjoy for yourself. Here are some ideas for country Christmas decor:
Some great country Christmas tree decorations include the ever popular mistletoe. Whether you choose to go mistletoe-free or add a second one, the beautiful twigs of mistletoe make a beautiful addition to a country theme. For a more realistic look, gather a few pinecones together and glue them on with an adhesive. You can then add branches to the main stick, such as small wreath-like ones or even pinecones and fake stars to really make it look like a real country Christmas tree. These can also be painted bright colors if you wish.
Another idea for country Christmas trees is to just bring out some of the things that you already have in your home and decorate it with pine cones. Some wonderful country Christmas tree decorations are little wreaths of evergreen branches, stained glass, rustic figurines, and even a few dried fruit trees. Pine cones look fantastic piled high in the center of a stand or on top of a tree. There are many ways to add a little unique flair to your tree, so feel free to experiment. Just remember that you can always add twigs and branches from your own home if you don’t have pine cones.
If you’re looking for a really fun and unique way to decorate your country Christmas tree this year, consider dressing your tree in stained glass. This truly provides a window into the country side, which is perfect for many people. Some fantastic ideas for country Christmas decorations include adding beautiful silver or gold strips to the design, creating handmade paper snowflakes, and even designing a scene with pebbles, leaves, and candy canes!
You can really go wild when it comes to decorating your tree. Start out with a simple idea, such as hanging a flag from your tree branch and placing tinsel on all of your tree’s branches. If you have enough time, think about using real bark of pine and using it in place of tinsel, along with various other textures and elements. This is also a great idea for Christmas trees that are already made and in need of a little tender loving care. Remember, your country Christmas decorations should reflect your own personal tastes and interests.
If you’re just not sure where to begin, there are a few tried and true tips that will help get you started. Try to keep your tree decorations simple, but make sure they are still charming. One of the easiest ways to do this is to create your tree a little bit of a wonderland by choosing warm, inviting colors and then use white for the backdrop. If you have lots of open space in your yard or outdoor area, this is a wonderful way to enhance the beauty of your tree. If space is really limited, you can still create a magical scene by hanging a star or snowflake wand from the tree branches. Finally, you can really jazz up a plain tree with colorful Christmas stockings and ribbons, or with glittery stars and little white candy canes.
You can really jazz up your country theme very easily. Consider filling your tree with wreaths and mistletoe, as well as hanging some red, white, and green twigs. Also think about adding a few realistic looking farm animals such as a reindeer or a Santa Claus. Be sure to add plenty of clean, fresh food, especially if you are having a potluck at your house, because everyone loves to eat in the fall season!