Set up the tree following the directions in the box. Fluff all the branches to their fullest.
TIP: Plug in the tree so it is lit while decorating. This way you can keep the lights facing outward when adding the decorations for the biggest impact.

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Begin decorating the tree with the largest bows. First wire the extra-large velvet bow to the top of the tree. Next, tuck in two large velvet bow garlands creating three sections of the tree. This garland has wire in each bow so as you can open each bow. Once it’s positioned where you like, use some floral wire to hold it in place if needed.

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Add the extra-large statement ornaments like the bells in red, gold and white. Use wire to attach them to the tree. These ornaments are perfect accents that add scale to the tree and fill any large holes you may see.

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Now add in stems filled with red tinsel pom-poms and small wrapped boxes with bows. Tuck the stems into the tree and have the pom-poms and boxes drape down, simply bend the wired stem to create this angle. This is a great way to fill a tree with extra textures. Once the stems are in place tilt each wrapped box into a position that allows them to stand up.

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Create clusters of ornament baubles. Use five shatterproof ornaments and slide them on a piece of floral wire around 10” [25.4 cm] long. Use the wire to attach them to the tree.

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Add other sizes of shatterproof ornaments to the tree.

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Time for more bows! Wire on many of the small pre-made red velvet bows to the tips of the tree. Add more hand tied bows with a narrow-striped ribbon and a wider darker red ribbon.

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Hang these detailed ornaments in different shapes to focal places of the tree. Make sure not to hang similar ornaments next to each other.

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Finish the tree with a tree skirt that enhances the overall look.
TIP: Take a photo of your tree to look at it as a whole. Make any adjustments as desired.

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Now turn on the music and look and listen to your magnificent, decorated tree!

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Night Before Christmas Tree

Instructions

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS