Do you want to revolutionize some classic Christmas traditions? Start with the tree, and get some inspiration from 12 amazing ideas
Christmas is a time of traditions and rituals, but that doesn't mean there isn't room to revolutionize certain aspects of it. You can do this, for example, with decorations: and what better starting point than the most famous Christmas decoration of all? We are talking, of course, about the Christmas tree.
In addition to the classic tree - real or fake - and with its branches full of hanging ornaments, we can perhaps think of alternatives, like the ones shown below:
Say goodbye to traditional Christmas tree ornaments, and welcome a triumph of flowers and plants
We probably all have boxes full of balls and other ornaments to hang on a tree. But what if we chose not to use them this year?
Check out this triumph of flowers, which look truly amazing as the main decorative elements for this tree!
There are even those who have built an entire tree from local flora (as shown in this example). Think what an interesting project this would be to do for your Christmas!
Here's another example of a "tree" literally dripping with bouquets of flowers: a somewhat decadent, opulent and romantic look!
Botanical inspiration: Pampas grass
Raise your hand if you like the look of Pampas Grass (Cortaderia Selloana) arrangements. Well, imagine taking a bunch of this grass and sticking individual stems of it between the branches of a tree until it is completely hidden by the beautiful fluff (like shown here).
And you can also add other decorations to this, including strings of lights!
Additionally, there are retailers online who offer not only real Pampas grass, but also artificial and/or dyed versions. Your decoration options are endless!
Space for creativity: a Christmas tree made with colored paper
However, if you want to move away completely from using flora, don't worry: there are a thousand alternative ideas that are currently trending. For example, how about these colorful paper balls/spheres as cute tree decorations?
Blown glass, for ornaments that look like balloons
The aesthetic impact of this rainbow of colors is stunning. These are blown glass spheres that look like balloons. The idea comes from designer Jim Marvin, who has decorated the White House 20 times for the Christmas holidays.
A minimalist Christmas tree
Colorful trees are beautiful, but maybe you're looking for something quite the opposite: easy, fast and more "subdued". Well, the minimalist solution shown here could be for you. And you can still hang up as many - or as few - decorations as you want.
Soft wool for a unique tree
Do you like woolen tassles? If so, how about use some giant ones to build a tree like this? The color scheme is up to you!
Romantic tulle
A Christmas tree that looks like a ballerina: this is the impression that comes to mind when you look at this tree make entirely with tulle ruffles. Ethereal, light and very romantic!
The candlestick tree!
This multi-layered candelabra tree is truly something special! Just be careful nothing around it catches fire!
Would you like to try out some of these Christmas tree ideas at home?
