How Long Does a Christmas Tree Last? Tips for Longevity
How long real and artificial Christmas trees last, which species hold needles longest, and watering and placement tips.
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Christmas Decorating & Ideas
Holiday decorating at home, from the tree to the front porch.
How long trees last and how to store them, lighting and flocking a tree, DIY garlands, porch displays, vintage decorations and natural ways to make the house smell festive.
Front Porch Christmas Decorating Ideas
Front porch Christmas ideas: wreaths, garlands, lanterns, potted evergreens, lights and doormats for a welcoming entrance.
DIY Christmas Garlands: Ideas for Mantels, Stairs and Doors
Make your own Christmas garlands with greenery, berries, ornaments, beads and bows, plus ideas for mantels, banisters and windows.
How to Wrap a Christmas Tree with Lights
How many lights you need, where to start, branch-wrapping versus zigzag methods, hiding cords and staying safe.
How to Store a Christmas Tree
Clean, label and pack an artificial Christmas tree, choose a storage bag or box, and pick the right spot to keep it.
How to Make Your House Smell Like Christmas
Natural ways to fill your home with holiday scent: simmer pots, fresh greenery, baking, candles, diffusers and pomanders.
Vintage Christmas Decorations: Old-School Charm
Glass finials, blow-mold Santas, tinsel, aluminum trees and more — vintage Christmas decorations and how to style them today.
How to Flock a Fake Christmas Tree: Step-by-Step
Flock an artificial tree with pre-made flocking, soap, shaving cream or coconut, with safety tips, drying times and decorating ideas.