How To Choose a Christmas Tree Skirt

Christmas tree skirts are more than that.There are tree skirts that catch loose needles.There are many different skirt sizes.You'll be able to choose a style after selecting the right size for your tree skirt.You just have to buy your tree skirt.

Step 1: Determine the ideal size for the skirt.

Measure the diameter of your tree stand.From the tips of the outer branches, measure the tree's diameter.Your Christmas tree skirt should be larger than your stand, but smaller than the outer branches.You can find the diameter by looking at the circles formed by the stand and the tips of the tree's outer branches.Your skirt should completely cover your tree stand.It is too small if yours does not.

Step 2: Large sizes are used for ornate skirts.

You may want to use a tree skirt that has a prominent design.If you use a slightly larger tree skirt, it will show it better.The skirts should be on the smaller side so as not to detract attention from other decorations.

Step 3: Avoid skirts that are prone to fall.

At some point, you and your family will gather around the tree to open gifts.Over large tree skirts can become a tripping hazard during this activity.In some cases, you may be able to tuck the extra fabric under the skirt.

Step 4: A quilted skirt will give your tree a traditional flair.

Even if your quilted tree skirt is brand new, quilted material is often associated with a traditional, down- home sense.There are a variety of themes and colors in quilted tree skirts.If you have a yearly Christmas theme, like nutcrackers or snowmen, you can find quilted tree skirts that feature these designs.If you can't find a quilted tree skirt in the right theme, why not cut a hole in your blanket and make your own?

Step 5: A skirt shape is a winter theme.

There are tree skirts with a special shape.There are two common shapes used for tree skirts.You can combine these specialty skirts with other decorations to make a neat Christmas display.The tree skirts are decorated with jewels.This can make your tree pop.

Step 6: A primitive skirt makes your tree look rustic.

The primitive skirt will be perfect if you like the feel of rustic decorations.You can make a skirt with a sack and scissors.The bag shape can be reduced to a single, flat piece of fabric by cutting the sack down its seam.The skirt extends to your ideal size range if you wrap the burlap around your tree.If there isn't enough burlap to make your tree skirt from a single one, use more bags prepared the same way as the first.

Step 7: The velvet skirt has an extravagant touch.

Under the Christmas lights on your tree, velvet will look soft.There are many tree skirts to choose from.Pick one that suits your taste and decor.

Step 8: Specialty holiday stores have tree skirts.

There are some stores that only sell Christmas related products.Christmas items in stock at these stores include tree skirts.These stores are rare because they fill a specific niche.It may not be feasible for you to visit if it isn't local.If you don't know where to find a store like this, you can use a general online search for "Christmas stores near me".

Step 9: During the holidays, look for skirts at general retailers.

There are more and more holiday items on the shelves of general retailers.General retailers often sell trees, so it's likely they'll carry skirts and other supplies as well.If you need a tree skirt but can't find it, you could buy a large blanket from a general retailer.

Step 10: There is a wide selection of online stores.

Specialty items like tree skirts are popular with online sellers.You can use the search features on most sites to narrow down on a specific size or type of tree skirt.eBay and Amazon are great places to find tree skirts.

Step 11: Pay for your tree skirt and enjoy.

You can pay for your tree skirt at the cashier.If you purchase your skirt online, follow the instructions to pay and have it shipped.Put it on your tree when it arrives.