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How To Decorate A Flocked Christmas Tree

In: Christmas Decorating Ideas & Projects

It was time to update my faux Christmas tree this year. After much research, I found the perfect one! Let me show you how I decorated a flocked Christmas tree.

Christmas Tree Blog Hop

Welcome to Cottage On Bunker Hill if you are popping over from Shelley’s tour from Calypso In The Country Thanks to Stacy from Bricks ‘N Blooms for hosting the Festive And Fun Christmas Tree Blog Hop today.

Who else was ready to put up your tree in October…raise your hands??!! Maybe it’s because we are all so over 2020 or maybe because we are spending more time in our homes this year, and crave that cozy feeling, but it seemed like Christmas started early!!

Like I wasn’t the only looney in the Christmas aisle of Walmart grabbing ornaments in my shorts and sandals for once!

Speaking of Walmart…that’s where everything on my tree and even the actual tree is from. My old Christmas tree had seen better days and half the lights weren’t working anymore. (it’s enjoying a new life out on my Christmas Front Porch)

Shopping For A Christmas Tree

I have a small living room and I knew I wanted a showstopper of a tree…but didn’t want to spend a zillion dollars on one.

I had a mental picture of a winter wonderland in my head (surprising, because I really don’t like snow even though I live in New Hampshire!!).

Things to look for when shopping for a faux tree

  • number of branch tips
  • pre-lit/ no lights
  • light count
  • diameter

After doing my research, I ordered a beautiful one from Walmart (it’s sold out…I told you back in October to get moving!!). It is a pre-lit flocked 7.5-foot tree that has over 2,800 branch tips and 500 lights. This basically means it is very full and the branches have a realistic look to them. This Walmart flocked tree is very similar to the one I have.

walmart christmas trees

Setting Up My Flocked Christmas Tree

I’ve had friends ask how to make their trees look better and the secret is taking the time to fluff out all the branches. You can’t just pop the tree on the stand and throw a couple of ornaments its way and think it’s going to look like a magazine…I wish!

Christmas Tree

See how misshapen the tree looked when I put it up. My son thought he was being funny and put the lone ornament on and stated “All set!”

Fluff the branches

Flocked Tree Branch

After you put up your Christmas tree, start at the top and spread out each branch tip.

It does take a while to fluff and make each branch tip full. It’s totally worth it though!

My advice is to keep standing about 10 feet away from your tree and look to see if you spot the middle pole…you want to make that invisible!

How to add Ribbon to a christmas tree

After my tree was fluffed…I took a nap..LOL

No, it was time to add some ribbon. This is the point you could add garland as well. I love the look of the wood bead garlands but my day job is running a small daycare and there is something about garland that kids looooove to yank at!!

Ribbon isn’t as much fun to pull I guess.

Looking back, I wish I had grabbed every roll of this ribbon at Walmart! It’s the most gorgeous blue/gray with a tan wired edge.

Ribbon for Christmas tree

There are quite a few ways to add ribbon to your tree. For me, I cut the ribbon into 18-inch pieces with fabric scissors.

  • Decorating a flocked tree

Starting at the top of the tree I tucked the top edge of the ribbon into the branches, then the middle part of the ribbon, and finally hid the end in the branch tips. Going in a slightly angled direction.

It took 3 rolls of ribbon to do my tree.

Add Ornaments

To go with my Winter Wonderland Christmas tree theme I wanted to add snowy and frosty feeling ornaments to the tree. Over a couple of months, I found all the ornaments at my local Walmart…they were all beautiful and better yet all under $2.

walmart Christmas ornaments

To decorate a Christmas tree, start by putting the largest ornaments on the tree first. Then go back and fill in with smaller bulbs and ornaments.

Add a tree skirt or tree collar

Once my tree was decorated I added a woven seagrass tree collar

Do you think anyone will come to clean up my mess while I catch the end of this Hallmark movie…

Lit Christmas Tree

Oh, there is always something that makes me feel better when I have the Christmas tree on! My neighbors must think I’m nuts when I turn the lights on at 4 am when I get up but I just love the glow of the lights when I’m having my morning coffee.

Decorated Tree

I just love how the flocked tree and the natural, white, and wood ornaments look together. It really does look dreamy!

Flocked Christmas Tree

Wishing You And Your Family The Happiest Of Holidays!!

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By: Jennifer Howard · In: Christmas Decorating Ideas & Projects · Tagged: christmas, christmas decorations, christmas trees

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  1. Carol Karl says

    December 19, 2020 at 4:49 pm

    What a beautiful tree. I’ve never managed to get a ribbon on my tree – it just never looks right but I’ll be pinning this post to try next year. Thanks so much for your great instructions.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 20, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you Carol!!

      Reply
  2. Amber says

    December 9, 2020 at 7:45 pm

    Your tree is gorgeous! I love the ornaments you used and the tips for adding ribbon.

    So fun hopping with you. Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 10, 2020 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks so much Amber!!!!

      Reply
  3. Kelly Radcliff says

    December 7, 2020 at 5:29 pm

    Oh Jennifer your tree is just gorgeous! I have a flocked one from Walmart that I absolutely love too! Yours is a bit prettier though, but you can’t beat that price, right?! I love your color scheme and tree collar. I pinned it for inspiration! Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 8, 2020 at 6:51 am

      Oh, Thank you Kelly!!

      Reply
  4. Paula@SweetPea says

    December 7, 2020 at 8:04 am

    Your tree is gorgeous, Jennifer! Next year I’m going to head to Walmart in October to see what great things they have before it’s all picked over.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 10:14 am

      Be like me…the looney on the 90 day with the ornaments and winter picks in her cart!!!

      Reply
  5. AnnMarie & Anne says

    December 6, 2020 at 11:37 pm

    It’s a beautiful tree Jennifer! Love the ribbon you used and the ornaments are perfect too. So fun touring with you! Merry Christmas!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:49 am

      Thanks!! I’ll be sad when I pack it up this year!!

      Reply
  6. Kristin says

    December 6, 2020 at 8:58 pm

    Your tree is so beautiful! I can see why you loved that ribbon! So classy! It all looks so amazing on the flocked tree.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:47 am

      Thanks so much Kristin! I’m still moving into your cabin to film my Hallmark movie!!

      Reply
  7. Kathy A says

    December 6, 2020 at 6:24 pm

    Your tree is gorgeous. I am still searching for a 7.5′ slim tree with lots of colored lights–not flocked. I agree that “fluffing” the branches is the first thing to do–especially if it is an old tree with a tendency to look like a Charlie Brown tree! They are all so beautiful when decorated and lit. I, too, love the tree all lit up when it is dark!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:47 am

      It’s crazy how fast the trees sold out this year! Even the Christmas tree farms around me are all sold out! Check out King of Christmas for a tree; I saw they have big discounts now and have slim trees.

      Reply
  8. Kim | Shiplap and Shells says

    December 6, 2020 at 12:27 am

    Your Christmas tree is absolutely amazing Jennifer. Seriously! I really need to decorate my tree with ribbon next year, it really does make a difference. Thank you for the amazing inspiration. This was fun!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:42 am

      Thanks so much Kim!! I love the simple look of ribbon but then I see all the trees with the wood garlands and I love that too!!

      Reply
  9. Calypso in the Country says

    December 5, 2020 at 6:29 pm

    Your tree is beautiful and I agree with the fluffing! It really does make all the difference. Walmart has some great finds this year. Your decorations are so pretty and I love the owls! Great hopping with you!
    Cheers!
    Shelley

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:39 am

      Thanks Shelley!!

      Reply
  10. Calypso in the Country says

    December 5, 2020 at 6:28 pm

    Your tree is beautiful and I agree with the fluffing! It really does make all the difference. Walmart has some great finds this year. Your decorations are so pretty and I love the owls! Great hopping with you!
    Cheers!
    Shelley

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 9, 2020 at 9:09 am

      The owls are my favorite this year too!!

      Reply
  11. Cindy@CountyRoad407 says

    December 5, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    Gotta love kids – LOL. My son has done the same. I love your tips, those fab ornaments and how beautiful your tree is! I’ve never done my ribbon like that but am putting in on my list to do next year. Enjoyed hopping with you. Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:37 am

      I think the only reason my son came out of his man cave was to see what I was making for dinner!!!

      Reply
  12. Ann says

    December 5, 2020 at 3:25 pm

    Jennifer we had some of the same owls. Aren’t they just the cutest. Happy holidays🎄. Pinned🙌🏻

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:33 am

      I’m in love with the fuzzy owls!! I wish I had grabbed a couple more!! Do you ever see the snowy owls when you are up in York? They are spotted from Rye down to Plum Island but I didn’t know if they winter up your way too…they are beautiful!!

      Reply
  13. Julie Briones says

    December 5, 2020 at 2:23 pm

    We’re Walmart twins, Jennifer! LOL! Trees, ornaments, and all… even the color! They are pretty amazing shatterproof ornaments, aren’t they? And such a pretty color of winter wonderland green! Love touring with you, and your tree looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:29 am

      Walmart is my ride or die!! I can’t get over how much some of them look like glass!! I used some bigger Walmart bulbs on my front porch and I had to open the box in the store to see if they were glass or plastic!!

      Reply
  14. Rachel Harper says

    December 5, 2020 at 10:40 am

    Jennifer,
    Your tree is stunning. Loved how you shared your decorating tips. So happy to be sharing on the tour with you today.
    Rachel

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:21 am

      Thank you Rachel!! I’m still dreaming about your flocked tree with the red ornaments!!

      Reply
  15. stacy says

    December 5, 2020 at 10:07 am

    Gorgeous tree! I love how you did the ribbon. I couldn’t agree more that there is somethingabout the christmas tree being on. I turn it on first thing in the am! xoxo

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:20 am

      Thanks Stacy! Coffee and my tree on a Monday morning enjoying a few minutes of peace.

      Reply
  16. Jennifer says

    December 5, 2020 at 10:04 am

    Beautiful tree. I love all the ornaments you chose. And being an early riser myself, there is nothing better than sipping my coffee and admiring the tree.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      December 7, 2020 at 4:15 am

      I’m doing that right now Jen!!Although I really wish I could make it until at least 4…I never adjusted to the time change.

      Reply

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