May 15, 2009, Newsletter Issue #109: Go Retro With a Ceramic Christmas Tree

Tip of the Week

If you have a small space that doesn't reflect the Christmas spirit, why not dress it up with a ceramic Christmas tree? These charming little trees, which were very popular several decades ago, are seeing a resurgence in popularity.

Because they are compact and easy to move, there are many fun options for decorating an area with a ceramic tree. To quickly add a Christmassy touch to undecorated areas of your home, consider the following:

Use a small ceramic tree as a centerpiece on the dining room table or on a buffet. You won't have to worry about the problems caused by traditional holiday centerpieces, such as evergreen needles getting into food or children playing with candle flames. Create an entire retro display. Group aluminum Christmas trees, ceramic trees and a funky pink feather tree together. The assorted sizes and types of trees really make this display memorable.Make a vignette using a ceramic tree as a backdrop. Place a children’s miniature train set around the base of the tree and add houses from your favorite Christmas village line. This idea is perfect for people who want the nostalgic feel of a train under the Christmas tree, but don’t have enough room for a full sized tree or train set.

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