Buying a real tree is a family tradition steeped in memories for me. Since I can remember, every December I have participated in choosing the "perfect" tree.
Back in the day sometimes they were flocked, sometimes they were firs, but most often they were noble pines. Nobles are my favorite because they are full and yet they still have places for ornaments to hang down. This year at Happy Valley Trees, we learned that our preferred style is called a "tweener" because it's in between the natural growth pattern of nobles (tall and spacy, more like a Charlie Brown tree), and the highly pruned growth pattern (thick and full, looking almost like a Douglas Fir).
In our new house with high ceilings, we went for 9 footer! It was really convenient to have the truck this time... usually we are roping it to the top of my old Altima!
| If you buy a real tree, make sure they give you a new cut and trim off enough branches to fit in the Christmas tree stand. Then keep the trimmings and take them home to make a wreath! |
Lighting a real tree is always the test... "Is it really worth it?" I ask myself over and over.Without fail I always have to buy more lights halfway through the process. But once it's lit, decorated, and filling the house with it's fragrance, yes it's worth it.
To make a wreath with the extra boughs, simply trim them to size and wire them in a circle, or buy an inexpensive wreath form and wire them on. Add pinecones, bows, or homemade ornaments and enjoy your fresh decor!
No comments:
Post a Comment