{"id":10609,"date":"2011-12-22T09:00:37","date_gmt":"2011-12-22T16:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=10609"},"modified":"2012-01-02T15:56:06","modified_gmt":"2012-01-02T22:56:06","slug":"ideas-for-the-perfect-christmas-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/art-music\/ideas-for-the-perfect-christmas-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Ideas for The Perfect Christmas Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Before Christmas trees became a symbol of the religious holiday, pagan people all over the world used evergreen plants to celebrate life in the winter season. For those living in the northern hemisphere, evergreens were used to celebrate the winter solstice, as it signified that summer, and therefore rebirth, were surely on their way.<\/p>\n<p>The installation of these evergreens as a Christmas essential was first adapted by devout Christian Germans in the 16th century. It is strongly believed that Martin Luther was the first to add lights to a tree after becoming awestruck from the sight of stars twinkling through a forest of evergreens.<\/p>\n<p>America was reluctant to embrace what they viewed as &#8220;pagan mockery&#8221; of Christmas, and thus, the tradition was not widely accepted there until the late 1840\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p>In 1846, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, of German origin, were depicted in the London News standing around a Christmas tree with their children, and after that, the trend stuck tighter than evergreen sap ever could.<\/p>\n<p>Inspire yourself this holiday season with some modern adaptations of the trend, as seen below:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10610 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"170487320_rEN3PbtW_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b-80x107.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"192\"  height=\"257\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b-80x107.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235311\/170487320_rEN3PbtW_b-60x80.jpg 60w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Got a lot of books lying around? Make room on the shelves for all of those Christmas cards and arrange your books in this festive way. Complete the look with a star book end at the top, and rest assured this tree contains no worms.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10611 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"175543614_xn2cUmgc_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b-80x100.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"192\"  height=\"240\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b-80x100.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235313\/175543614_xn2cUmgc_b-64x80.jpg 64w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t have enough room on the table top for all of those Christmas cards you&#8217;ve been accumulating? Well, Mother Nature has a hand to offer. Just grab a tree branch or two when raking the back yard, stick them in a jar, and tie on the cards with some ribbon.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-shot-2011-12-21-at-6.26.35-PM.png\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10634 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"Screen shot 2011-12-21 at 6.26.35 PM\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235403\/Screen-shot-2011-12-21-at-6.26.35-PM-80x121.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"189\"  height=\"285\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-shot-2011-12-21-at-6.26.35-PM.png\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re good with a needle and string, sew up some green star-shaped pillows and stack them like this for a one-of-a-kind tree you can later distribute as gifts to guests at your super-swanky Christmas soiree.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10613 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"184649503_gvbhjGhr_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b-80x88.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"191\"  height=\"209\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b.jpg 191w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b-80x88.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235317\/184649503_gvbhjGhr_b-73x80.jpg 73w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a tree you can use again and again. Grab some craft Styrofoam, cut it into shape, and cover it with fake flowers of your choice, just right to match the rest of your fabulous Christmas decor. Top it off with a star or angel decoration and you&#8217;re set. If you&#8217;re feeling really daring, try finding a way to conceal a self-automated room freshener in the piece\u2014that is sure to throw off your guests.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235321\/192539564_eEmOJgTA_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-10615 pk-lazyload\"  title=\"192539564_eEmOJgTA_b\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"238\"  height=\"185\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 238px) 100vw, 238px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235321\/192539564_eEmOJgTA_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235321\/192539564_eEmOJgTA_b.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235321\/192539564_eEmOJgTA_b-80x62.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>When the family can&#8217;t decide on a Christmas tree color scheme, use them all like this. Use a white tree for extra contrast.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-10616 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"206345299_piAJ0l4I_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b-50x80.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"188\"  height=\"300\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 188px) 100vw, 188px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b-188x300.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b-80x127.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b-50x80.jpg 50w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235323\/206345299_piAJ0l4I_b.jpg 191w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Baby&#8217;s first Christmas? Leftover paint? Just plain bored? This is a decoration that can be preserved for years to come, memories included.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10635 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"285303005_Xltg1hBv_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1-80x104.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"192\"  height=\"249\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1-80x104.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235405\/285303005_Xltg1hBv_b1-62x80.jpg 62w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re on a Christmas diet or not, everyone can enjoy the fun of baking and Christmas candy with this delicious tree.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10618 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b-80x103.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"191\"  height=\"245\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b.jpg 191w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b-80x103.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235328\/376391527_Ho9A5NV9_b-62x80.jpg 62w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A simple and fun way to display pictures or Christmas cards. Or make a game of it; match the tag to the gift for a fun way to find one&#8217;s gifts on Christmas morning, and for an easy way to un-decorate the tree.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10629 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"608516501_vRBlQTc0_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b-80x107.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"192\"  height=\"256\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b-80x107.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235352\/608516501_vRBlQTc0_b-60x80.jpg 60w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Santa is sure to get a kick out of this one on Christmas Eve. Wrap your tree in red tulle, a black ribbon and white boas if you&#8217;re looking to pay tribute to the big man himself. He is sure to reward you with extra special gifts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235341\/527075178_lvjjo7aC_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-10624 pk-lazyload\"  title=\"527075178_lvjjo7aC_b\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"185\"  height=\"271\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 185px) 100vw, 185px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235341\/527075178_lvjjo7aC_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235341\/527075178_lvjjo7aC_b.jpg 150w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235341\/527075178_lvjjo7aC_b-80x117.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235341\/527075178_lvjjo7aC_b-55x80.jpg 55w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>What better way to serve guests on Christmas Eve than with a healthy, colorful tree like this one? Easy on the belt, tempting to the eyes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-10631 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"632976502_E8c84jvt_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b-44x80.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"166\"  height=\"300\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b.jpg 191w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b-80x144.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235356\/632976502_E8c84jvt_b-44x80.jpg 44w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Who says firewood is only for chimneys? Whip out the nails, hammer and paint for this one-of-a-kind easy-to-do kind of tree.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10628 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"588241610_CAGYnW5S_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b-80x122.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"192\"  height=\"292\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 192px) 100vw, 192px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b-80x122.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235350\/588241610_CAGYnW5S_b-53x80.jpg 53w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Cleaning up the house in a hurry? Not to worry. An easy way to tidy a shelf; looks so good they&#8217;ll think you&#8217;re an elf.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-10614 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"191713369_UXbaRqHp_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b-50x80.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"186\"  height=\"300\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 186px) 100vw, 186px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b.jpg 191w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b-80x129.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235319\/191713369_UXbaRqHp_b-50x80.jpg 50w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Colored trees also make a bold statement for the Christmas fashionista.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10627 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"556197030_Pp7gioQN_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b-80x122.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"191\"  height=\"291\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b.jpg 191w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b-80x122.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235347\/556197030_Pp7gioQN_b-53x80.jpg 53w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Spare yourself the messy pine needles or having to dig through storage for the fake tree. Hang Christmas decorations closely together at different levels from the ceiling for this fun, easy-to-do optical illusion.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235345\/537580497_01sTULuQ_b.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10626 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  title=\"537580497_01sTULuQ_b\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235345\/537580497_01sTULuQ_b-80x116.jpg\"  alt=\"\"  width=\"191\"  height=\"276\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235345\/537580497_01sTULuQ_b.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/24235345\/537580497_01sTULuQ_b.jpg 191w, 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