Hey, let’s talk trees; let’s talk about Christmas trees. More particularly how you can decorate your artificial Christmas tree using ribbon. 

The holidays are right around the corner. If ornaments, glittery lights, and popcorn strings aren’t your thing, then embrace some festive ribbon in vibrant shades of red, green, and gold.

You can add some pizazz to your tree by tying some ribbons to it. And yes, there are many types of ribbons to choose from, each with different applications.

Check out the following tips to style your artificial Christmas tree with ribbons this holiday:

1. Get Your Tree Ready

Set up your tree properly before adding a ribbon to it. Make sure you fluff your artificial Christmas tree and plug in the lights. In the case of a live tree, make sure it is well watered and that it has all of its lights on.

2. Make the right choice of ribbon

Your tree’s ribbon should be patterned and of a specific type. Wired ribbons can be used all year round because they maintain their shape. The thicker ribbons (2 to 5 inches) fit easily into gap between trees of all sizes and won’t fall off the branches.

3. Layer Your Ribbons

Layering ribbons will lead to a more diverse and fuller look than using just one material, style, or color. 

4. Tuck and Twist

If you are looking for a simple DIY decorating tip, you can tie ends of ribbon together using a floral wire or pipe cleaners. Twist the end deeply into the tree, then around an inner branch, and return to the beginning point. 

5. Pick Your Ribbon Technique

You can then pick a pattern that interests you, whether S-shaped, zig-zag, or designer.

6. Take a Step Back from the Tree

Once a while, step back and assess your tree’s design. By doing so, you can see problems in your design from a different perspective and rework them accordingly.