A smaller Christmas tree adds a festive touch to a guest or kids’ bedroom. Opting for a sparse tree (some lovingly call it a Charlie Brown tree) won’t overwhelm a small space. Wrap the tree stand in a chunky knit blanket and decorate it with colorful glass balls for a traditional touch.
10 Clever Christmas Tree Ideas for Small Spaces
Don’t let limited space hold you back this holiday season. These Christmas tree ideas for small spaces can add cheer to any room, no matter how small.
Updated on November 9, 2022
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Decorating for the holidays can be difficult when you don’t have a lot of room to work with. But even a small Christmas tree can make a big statement—it’s all about how you decorate it. This season, get creative to make your holiday decorations work for your space. These Christmas tree ideas for small spaces show that you don’t need ten-foot ceilings to deck your halls in festive cheer.
Create the illusion of height with a tabletop Christmas tree, make a wintery scene using a potted pine or evergreen, or get creative with a wall tree that doesn’t require any floor space. Whatever you choose, these small Christmas tree ideas will make up in charm what they lack in size.
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Display a Small Live Tree
Maybe you have the ceiling height to support a taller tree but you don’t feel like lugging a huge Christmas tree into your house or apartment. A great compromise is to buy a shorter tree and place it prominently on a side table to add height. Here, simple wooden ornaments and an etched wooden table paired with a cozy blanket to hide the tree stand or pot create a chic and understated vibe.
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Flocked Tabletop Tree
Even if it’s not snowing outside, you can celebrate a white Christmas with this frosty tree. This miniature flocked tree is simple but stunning in a neutral white basket that looks like an effortless extension of the felt ball garland. Don’t shy away from using what you have, either. An abstract piece of neutral art or framed family holiday photos provide the perfect backdrop when paired with a simple garland.
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5 Black Christmas Tree Ideas for a Modern Holiday Look
This Christmas tree trend puts a chic spin on a classic tradition.
Updated on November 9, 2022
Black might not be the most traditional holiday color, but this season, the black Christmas tree trend is putting a chic spin on a holiday classic. It’s modern yet timeless and makes a festive statement that’s bound to wow guests at every holiday gathering you host. Interior designer Sandra Funk of House of Funk compares the trend to a timeless fashion icon—the LBD—and shares ideas for decorating a black Christmas tree. “Like a little black dress, black is classic,” she says. “Keep it festive by loading it with sparkle.”
If you want to trade the traditional red and green for a dramatic touch of glamor this year, try an artificial black Christmas tree. Black is a neutral color which gives the tree ultimate versatility. “It’s an incredible backdrop to set off glass, feathers, metals, and twinkling lights,” Funk suggests. It’ll look stunning dressed in an array of colorful baubles and holiday string lights for a modern, glam-style Christmas, but it also makes the perfect canvas for buffalo check ribbons and neutral ornaments that give a cozy farmhouse Christmas look.
If you’re itching to put the tree up as soon as possible, an artificial black tree will give you all the more reason to do so—deck it out with Halloween-themed decor for the month of October, then transition into Christmas come November. Whether you want to use it for your main Christmas tree or as a second tree in the family or dining room, we’re sharing our favorite ways to implement this non-traditional holiday trend.
Black and White
Stick with a monochrome color palette of black and white for the ultimate sophisticated Christmas tree. When using a limited color palette to decorate your tree, it’s important to mix different sizes, shapes, and textures of ornaments in order to create depth and visual interest. Use both shiny and matte glass ornaments that will add a striking pop of white against an all-black tree. Not only will it look incredibly elegant, but it’ll also create the illusion of snow covering the branches. You can also recreate this theme on a traditional evergreen if you’re set on having a live Christmas tree. Simply add all-black ornaments and ribbons for a classic look. Tuck additional decorations such as feathers or snowflakes in between glass ornaments and light up the tree with plenty of white lights for a classy look.
The black Christmas tree trend works with countless decor styles including the ever-popular farmhouse look. Incorporate quintessential farmhouse-style accents such as a buffalo check ribbon, neutral-colored ornaments, pinecones, and a rustic wood tree topper for a woodland-inspired feel. The neutral tones and wood accents will pop against the branches of a black Christmas tree. Continue the buffalo check theme with a black and white tree skirt or add a contrasting texture with a simple burlap skirt.
Mixed Metallic Ornaments
A mix of shiny metal ornaments stands out against the dark, moody branches of this black Christmas tree ($105, Walmart). Hang red, silver, gold, and clear glass ornaments on the tree to create a classic holiday look, and choose ones with varying finishes—shiny, matte, or glittered—for an additional layer of decorative detail. To elevate the look, wrap the tree branches in thick gold or silver ribbon and nestle glittery sprays and picks into the branches to create depth and contrast.
Go for the glitz and glam look by decorating your black Christmas tree with as many holiday accents as it can hold. Cover the tree with multi-colored lights, then fill it with tons of colorful ornaments. The color scheme is up to you: Soft pastels and deep jewel tones will pop against the dark branches, while traditional colors or warm metallics will create a stark contrast and add drama. Add a textural element with peacock-style feathers, velvet ribbon, or floral picks, and finish off the glamorous tree with an oversized metallic topper.
