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Hello and welcome to The Christmas Tree Store!  We are thrilled to be launching this exciting new blog designed to inform our readers about various topics relating to Christmas.

If you enjoy Christmas as much as we do here at The Christmas Tree Store, this will be your best source for advice and great ideas.

The Christmas Tree Store has a growing list of hot topics that we will be discussing to help you get in the “Christmas Spirit”.  The following is a sneak peak at some of the great topics to be included in the upcoming posts from The Christmas Tree Store:

Types of Christmas Trees available at The Christmas Tree Store and Abode Decor Gifts

Themed Christmas Trees

Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas from The Christmas Tree Store

Cool Christmas Trees for Sports Fans

Georgia Tabletop Christmas Tree

The Christmas Tree Store is so pleased you found us and look forward to providing you with an abundance of useful information.  Be sure to add The Christmas tree store to your favorites and check back often so you don’t miss ANYTHING!

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Merry Christmas from your friends at The Christmas Tree Store

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Themed Christmas Trees are our passion here at The Christmas Tree Store.

Decorating themed Christmas trees at the beginning of this most beloved Season sets the mood of the Holiday.  Your decision has probably already been made as to FAKE or FRESH from reading the first article on types of trees. You must not look at it as a chore, rather as creating a memory for years to come.

We all have a tendency to do the same thing over and over because it is the easiest.  Every year we drag out those red and green totes lovingly labeled:  LIGHTS (used one year),  STOCKINGS  and TREE SKIRT,  BEADS,GARLAND AND TREE TOPPER, BEST ORNAMENTS,  GLASS ORNAMENTS, UNBREAKABLE ORNAMENTS,  B.M. ORNAMENTS  (Before Marriage),  KIDS HOME MADE ORNAMENTS (School,  1^st thru 4^th grade, scouts, Sunday school. Be sure mice have not been nibbling on those varnished Ginger Bread Men.   And, by all means NEVER THROW ANYTHING AWAY.  Really, – your kids will never forgive you.

By the way, have the children  choose one “real special “ ornament to go on the BIG tree and let them have small themed Christmas trees of their very own for their room to decorate just how they want it.  (You might consider a Table Top Tree already decorated with their favorite toys.  These make great night lights and your children will drift off to sleep with visions of sugar plumbs dancing in their heads or maybe the last toy they saw at Target.)  Check out Abode Decor Gifts.com for their fun table top Christmas trees for children’s rooms.  They will look forward to lighting it up year after year. You also can purchase Abode Decor Gifts Tabletop Christmas Trees right here at The Christmas Tree Store. Just select a tree category in the left hand menu or visit our “store” page.

Now, let your imagination run wild while reading these themed Christmas trees ideas for just a few Themed Trees.

Traditional Family Favorite Themed Christmas Trees:

At the Christmas Tree Store we are all about family. First, let’s not forget about those red and green totes. Family collectibles offer warm and cozy feelings of Christmases past.   Each ornament has its own story.  By all means use them.  Shine ‘um up (a little bit of Windex works wonders) and attach a skinny ribbon for hanging.  Make it fresh by changing up the colors with new ribbon of different widths.  Use some of the new prints, polka dots, stripes, plaids, but always stay within the same color range and if using vivid colors, keep it vivid, soft shades, keep it soft.  Buy new wired ribbon (at least 3” to 6”wide) for a big fat bow on the top and a few streamers to tuck in branches. For more ideas on Traditional Family Favorites please visit Abode Decor Gifts and read more of our blog posts here at The Christmas Tree Store.

The Natural Themed Christmas Trees:

Love the outdoors?  Well, bring it indoors where it is warm.  Collect a few small birdhouses, (not too heavy if using a live tree) and some realistic feathered friends.  In the fall go out and pick up newly fallen pine cones and spray with clear varnish.

Use cranberries (fresh or artificial) strung on thread for garland and wooden beads.  Use raffia for hanging pine cones and any other natural ornaments you will run across.  You can also add some dried flowers. The key is all natural. Wrap gifts in craft paper or unfinished boxes from Craft Store.  Tie with raffia or string. If you are still daydreaming about the outdoors you will enjoy our tabletop outdoor themed Christmas Trees by Abode Decor Gifts. You can shop for them at Abode Decor Gifts or right here at The Christmas Tree Store.

I always use a fresh Frasier tree I bring home from N. C. on top on my Jeep.  I keep it decorated until New Year and still find it hard to part with, so I take off all decorations and move it to my deck.  Still in the stand with water, I throw on some bird seed and everyone enjoys.  It is still green when I take it down in February.

Our Vacation Themed Christmas Trees:

If you are a traveler you probably have already been collecting ornaments.  There are Christmas sections in gift shops year round for you to pick up something special to remind you of the trip.  Buy some extra postcards and mail to yourself to hang on the tree along with a few pix you took.  Hopefully each year you will have another wonderful vacation to add.  Bon voyage from The Christmas Tree Store and Abode Decor Gifts!

The Wedding Themed Christmas Trees:

This is my personal favorite.  My daughter and I did this one for her wedding.  We started collecting ornaments a year before the wedding when shops were reducing their Christmas inventory.  The best ones I found were at the Florist.  We found Chrystal cherub’s, bells, oyster shells with a pearl inside, doves and large clear glass ornaments that looked like bubbles.

Everything was very delicate and crystal clear.  We used white pearl garland, tulle and sheer wired white ribbon (another big fat bow on top). Lots and lots of mini white lights made the crystal ornaments and sheer ribbon shimmer like ice and snow.  We placed it inside the very eloquent entrance foyer and the guests who brought gifts to the reception put them under the tree. Find many more unique ideas for your special occasion at Abode Decor Gifts Special Occasions page or right here at The Christmas Tree Store Special Occasions page.

I certainly hope this gave you a couple new ideas to “jump start” your creative thinking toward something a little different and exciting this year.  Have fun with your themed Christmas Trees!!!

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Cool Christmas Trees for Sports Fans

With “football season” just two shorts months away, it’s time to start getting fired up about some creative ways to show your team spirit. Why not a sports team themed Christmas Trees.

Feel like mixing it up a little this Christmas?  Are you a die hard sports fanatic?  Well, you are not alone.  Consider giving

Auburn Tabletop Christmas Tree

your “traditional” ornaments a year off, a little vacation if you will.  Or, if you are really ambitious, have two trees this year!  Start fresh and think outside the box.  Here are a couple of ideas that would be FUN and very unique…

For a full size tree, whether real or artificial, try decorating your Christmas Trees with wide ribbons streaming down in your favorite team’s colors.  A big coordinating bow on top, white lights and tons of team ornaments will spice up your room and lift your spirits.  For an extra punch of color on your Christmas Trees, visit your local craft or fabric store and purchase a couple yards of fabric in your team’s color.   Simply puddle around the base of the tree and PRESTO, a whole new and exciting themed christmas trees.  If you are limited on ornaments or just prefer a more personal touch, dig out some fun pictures of you and friends from football games and tailgate parties.  Add a little ribbon to the back and hang them on the tree.  You will enjoy the decorating and the walk down Memory Lane.  An extra bonus comes with all the great conversations it will spark should you entertain friends during the holidays.  Team pennants are also a great addition to your tree and excellent for filling in some larger empty spots on the tree.

Want a tree that is already perfectly decorated for your favorite team?  Check out our 12” tabletop college spirit trees.  Abode Decor Gifts offers more than 30 exciting NCAA team spirit trees to choose from.  Plug it into an outlet and you are FINISHED decorating!  Our tabletop Christmas trees are easy to store and perfect for adding warmth and cheer to any room.  They are especially great for smaller spaces and ideal for game rooms, offices, dorm rooms, kitchens, bathrooms…  Each tree is trimmed in your favorite team’s school colors: white lights, colorful ribbons, wrapped packages, mascot, and pennant.  These one-of-a-kind trees make perfect gifts for any football fans on your list!  Please enjoy browsing through our extensive collection and remember to order EARLY so you can enjoy your tree during “football season” and all throughout the Christmas holidays!

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Now, take a deep breath, sit down at your computer and browse the many wonderful websites for unique decorations and gift ideas.  Forget the common ties, sweaters, and gift cards.  Think outside the “Box” for this is a great opportunity to search out some truly unique gifts.  Select, order and ship.  It’s simple and fun and you will have a good bit of your shopping done. Now, won’t you feel some relief about Fall knowing you can strike some off your list?  Get a jump start and most importantly have fun!

It's Fall Y'all Tabletop Christmas Tree

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Halloween Tree

Fall is a wonderful time of year for decorating and getting in the holiday spirit!  Embrace the change and have fun incorporating gorgeous new decorations both indoors and out.

It’s a spectacular time for cozy rich and warm colors. Shades of golden yellows, dark browns, bright pumpkin oranges and vibrant reds will do the trick.

Want a fresh look that won’t cost a fortune? Get creative in a wallet-friendly way.   Venture right out into you own back yard or visit a nearby park and see what you can come up with.  Bring the outdoors inside by using inexpensive glass containers to display natural fall items such as pinecones and nuts (i.e. chestnuts, hazelnuts, acorns, walnuts) They make a beautiful and natural display on tables especially when grouped together for a larger impact.  For those of you with young children, this is a great opportunity for you to get them involved.  It can be a lot of fun for them to help you collect and decorate.  If you are city folk and do not have access nature quite so easily, visit your local craft stores.

Another idea is to create a colorful centerpiece for your table.  Hit your local pumpkin patch for a fun outing and decorating mission.  Score a variety of interesting shaped and brightly colored gourds. Throw them all together in a wooden bowl, tray or basket and display your find on any table inside or out.

Add a welcoming touch of fall color to your front door, fence, or mantle by using nature inspired wreaths, swags and garlands. Think outside the box when choosing materials, shapes, and colors to make these wreaths extraordinary.  Whether making a homemade wreath or selecting a store bought, be sure it consists of natural elements such as pinecones, dried mums (in assorted bright fall colors), dried leaves…you get the idea.  Keep it fresh!

Want a unique lighted accent for a special spot in your home or office?  Check out our festive fall “Halloween” tree.  It’s decorated to perfection with scarecrows, fall leaves, and plenty of brightly colored pumpkins.  Instantly adds a warm autumn glow to any room!

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College Mascot Christmas Trees!

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With “football season” just two shorts months away, it’s time to start getting fired up about some creative ways to show your team spirit.

Feel like mixing it up a little this Christmas?  Are you a die hard sports fanatic?  Well, you are not alone.  Consider giving your “traditional” ornaments a year off, a little vacation if you will.  Or, if you are really ambitious, have two trees this year!  Start fresh and think outside the box.  Here are a couple of ideas that would be FUN and very unique…

Want a tree that is already perfectly decorated for your favorite team?  Check out our 12” tabletop college spirit trees.  Abode Decor Gifts offers more than 30 exciting NCAA team spirit trees to choose from.  Plug it into an outlet and you are FINISHED decorating!  Our tabletop Christmas treesare easy to store and perfect for adding warmth and cheer to any room.  They are especially great for smaller spaces and ideal for game rooms, offices, dorm rooms, kitchens, bathrooms…  Each tree is trimmed in your favorite team’s school colors: white lights, colorful ribbons, wrapped packages, mascot, and pennant.  These one-of-a-kind trees make perfect gifts for any football fans on your list!  Please enjoy browsing through ourextensive collection and remember to order EARLY so you can enjoy your tree during “football season” and all throughout the Christmas holidays!

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Types of Christmas Trees by The Christmas Tree Store.

Here at The Christmas Tree Store we love every type of Christmas Tree. Below are a few of your choices when it comes to finding the perfect Christmas Tree. Many of which are available right here at The Christmas Tree Store.

Real Christmas Trees: (Unfortunately not available at The Christmas Tree Store )
Many people choose to go the route of a live tree for various reasons. Some prefer the appearance of a live tree while others simply crave the smell a real tree offers. Some people will always opt for a living tree because of the family traditions they grew up with. Memories of picking the perfect tree year after year with loved ones bring back nostalgia of one’s childhood. The choices for selecting a live tree are abundant with a variety of species available: Fraser Fir (*Always a favorite pick for it’s needle retention and good smell), Grand Fir, Noble Fir, Douglas Fir, Balsam Fir, White Fir, Norway Spruce, Scotch Pine…

Artificial Pre-Lit Christmas Trees: (Available here at The Christmas Tree Store)

Easy, Easy, Easy! Tired of getting tangled up in a wad of lights and losing that “Christmas Spirit” before the first ornament is even hung? The Artificial Pre-Lit Christmas Tree is a great alternative to a real tree for several reasons. The quality and size of these trees vary and so does the price. Many people find this a wonderful hassle free option and money saver. It can be stored away and used year after year. The technology has improved over the years with life-like foliage and in some cases you have to actually feel the tree to see if it is real. Like real trees, you have a choice of species. You can even go with a white one!
Check back here soon for a list of Artificial Pre-Lit Christmas Trees available from The Christmas Tree Store.

Upside Down Christmas Trees: (Get yours here at The Christmas Tree Store)

This unique Christmas tree was first created for retail stores to hang delicate ornaments. It has been a Central European tradition dating back to the 12th Century. The unusual design was intended to free up floor space and enable the tree to be placed in a smaller space. Another advantage to the design of this inverted tree is that it makes the ornaments more visible and prevents them from being covered by the branches. Our upside down Christmas Trees will be available soon at The Christmas Tree Store.

Tabletop Christmas Trees: (Available at Abode Decor Gifts or The Christmas Tree Store.)

The tabletop Christmas tree is perfectly designed to accommodate smaller spaces. You can choose a live tree or artificial… whatever suits your fancy. They usually range in size from 6”- 36” in height and even come pre-decorated in some cases. They are great for small areas in a home, apartment, office, dorm…and a perfect choice for someone who likes the ease and convenience of decorating and storing their tree. If you go with a real tree, they may be planted after the holidays for year round enjoyment if your climate permits. Many of the beautiful artificial tabletop Christmas trees have a specific theme…more about those “themed” trees in an upcoming post. Promise! (See our new post on the special themed Tabletop Christmas Trees available at The Christmas Tree Store and Abode Decor Gifts.)

Ceramic Tabletop Christmas Trees: (Find yours at The Christmas Tree Store)

These tabletop trees are usually vintage and purchased online as opposed to new. Prices will vary depending on how large the tree and how good the condition. I think most of us who are old enough can remember one of these at Grandmother’s house and that same tree may have even been passed down to you by now. This is absolutely the case in my house! It’s the painted green model and sports dozens of multi-colored plastic bulbs. Have not had a Christmas without it and hope I never do!

Do it Yourself Ceramic Christmas Trees: (Sold here at The Christmas Tree Store)

Some companies market and sell a complete do-it-yourself ceramic tabletop Christmas tree kit with all the necessary supplies. Most packages include a ceramic table top tree, electric kit, plastic colored bulbs, paints, glazes, brushes, and even a plastic star. This might be the craft you and your family could do together and enjoy thru the years.

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Artificial Christmas Trees offer many advantages:

Here at The Christmas Tree store we love the tradition of putting up our many Christmas trees each year. But it can be a lot of hard work. With the hard work can come the fed up feeling of blowing hard earned cash each year for a fresh, real Christmas tree. They can be hard to transport and produce a large pile of pine needles in the house. If frustration is finding you this year, it really is the moment to think about getting an Artificial Christmas Tree.

Are you still holding on to the thought of a real tree being simply better than an Artificial Christmas Tree? There’s a chance you’re convinced that an artificial tree may seem unattractive or phony looking? Yet if you do a quick search of what the industry is offering, you could be amazed at everything you discover and how well it fits your budget and lifestyle.

Artificial Christmas Trees will not be for everybody, so we won’t blame you for choosing the more common real tree, nevertheless individuals who are frustrated ought to search a bit further into a booming industry with some very realistic models. You don’t have to look much further than a quick search of artificial Christmas Trees on amazon to see just how realistic they can me.

Often the neat thing regarding getting an artificial Christmas Tree is you simply end up with a wide range available over going with the real tree. It is possible to pick from differing heights, coming from about 4 ft tall up to as high as 10 ft plus. Choose from a wide flocked body artificial Christmas tree or a slim body tree. You can select one with all white lights or multi-colored. Artificial trees mimic all the popular tree species as well. From Pine to Fir, you can purchase an artificial Christmas tree to suit whatever your taste is.

Artificial Christmas Trees look very similar to the real trees that they mimic, sometimes it’s hard to tell by appearance if it is real or artificial, only it won’t be constantly dropping needles and it won’t have a need for constant watering. Real trees also come with the chore of trying to get a full size tree home on top of your car, a good possibility that they will be brown and dead before Christmas day and a dangerous risk of fire.

Artificial Christmas Trees range in price from $100 to $700, but if you consider what you spend each year for a real tree, you could be getting many more years of use from an artificial Christmas Tree for less cost than a new real tree each year. The price ultimately depends on the quality and size of the tree, but I would encourage you to spend enough money to get a well made, realistic looking artificial Christmas Tree. Keep in mind you will be taking this tree up and down each year and storing it in your basement or attic for 11 months at a time. It needs to be able to withstand the yearly wear and tear.

My ultimate point is that you need to weigh the facts before choosing a tree this year. Taking into consideration the how realistic the new Artificial Christmas Trees have become, how safe they are in regards to fires, how cost effective and long lasting they are compared to a real tree, I feel you get much more bang for your buck than cutting down a real tree each year, paying for it each year and then throwing it away each year, only to start the whole process over 11 months later.

Here at The Christmas Tree Store we hope to provide you with all the information you need to choose the right tree for you and your family. And hope that it provides you a forest full of holiday joy for years and years to come.

Thank you for reading, shopping, and supporting your friends at The Christmas Tree Store.

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The Christmas Tree Store strongly suggests having a safer, happier, and greener Christmas season by switching to LED Christmas lights.

LED Christmas lights are more costly than traditional Christmas lighting. However they are the most trusted, energy saving holiday lighting offered. They are known for the superior safety and reliability. They come in a greater selection of hues and measurements than conventional Christmas lighting. The wide varieties of colors help you to accommodate your lighting and design schemes. LED Christmas Lights are compact, can be purchased on strings like old fashioned lights, and can be wrapped around the tree in the usual fashion.

LED lighting is utilized greatly to embellish the Christmas tree as well as the other areas around the home and yard. They won’t go bad the way standard lighting strings do when one bulb goes out. You can even use them to decorate a party in the non-holiday times of the year. Over the long haul LED Christmas lights are more economical and helps save some costs with your utilities.

LED Christmas lights are becoming more popular every day, and also have several positive points above traditional lights. They are protected in hard plastic-type cover, that happen to be quite challenging to break or crack. They are a smart, long term economical way to get the whole household thinking about having a safer, greener Christmas.

Give LED Christmas lights consideration the next time you need to replace your current Christmas lights. Even if you don’t need new lights now, consider the piece of mine you will have knowing that your new LED lights are much safer and cost effective than your current old fashioned lights.

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