How to Decorate a Skinny Christmas Tree with Ribbon Like a Pro

Why Choose a Skinny Christmas Tree

Skinny trees are awesome because not only do they take up less space, but they are not as expensive as regular-sized trees.

In fact, we only have one regular sized tree in our collection of six Christmas trees.

I prefer the skinny tree because it allows me to get taller trees and more trees to disperse around the house.

Pre-Decorating Tips

There are a couple of things to consider before you dive into decorating your tree.

First things first, you want to pick a Christmas color scheme.

This will help you create a cohesive look, even if it's just for one room of your home.

You also may want to consider a specific theme for your tree, too.

This is where your creativity can really come to life.

Remember their are no rules for a Christmas tree theme, so go wild!

And be sure to tag me @myhomierhome on Instagram or at My Homier Home on Facebook, so I can see it!

What to Buy to Decorate your Skinny Tree

Once you've decided on colors and a possible theme, it's time to gather all your goodies.

Here is the list of items to look for to get your skinny tree decorating game ready to rock.

• Pre-Lit Skinny Christmas Tree
  • These are similar to the one I bought, but mine is 9 feet tall
• Tree Collar or Skirt
  • I'm eyeing these types of tree collars because the dog has been scratching his back under the tree lol
• Large Tree Topper
  • This is the one I used on this tree
• Garland (optional)
• Ribbon
  • One at least 2″ wide with wire edges
    • This is a close match to what I used on this tree
  • One any width with wire edges (optional)
• Stems and/or Florals
  • I used 8 stems throughout the tree.
• Unique Elements
  • These are similar to the owls I used on this tree
• At Least Two Different Sized Ball Ornaments
  • I have these, these, and these on the tree in this post
  • I had 30 count of each smaller size and 12 of the big size
• Other Ornaments
  • I used these snowflakes on this tree
• Scissors
• Extra Ornament Hooks
• Extension cords
  • I used these kind for the tree topper
• Smart plug
  • These are my absolute favorite because it doesn't block the other plug

You can shop all my Christmas finds on my Amazon Storefront.

How to Decorate a Skinny Christmas Tree

Once you have all your items, it's time to get to decoratin'!

Here is the step by step tutorial of how I decorated this skinny tree in our living room.

Assemble your Skinny Tree

Start by setting up your smart plug so you can control the tree from your phone or smart home device.

There are few things better than coming home and the tree is already on awaiting your arrival into the winter wonderland.

Next you want to get your stand and tree collar setup, if you're using a tree collar.

If you're using a tree skirt, you can do this at any time, but I like to get it setup whenever the tree is in the place it's going to stay.

Next assemble your tree.

I highly recommend pre-lit trees because it is insanely convenient, but if you don't have a pre-lit tree, now would be the time to add your lights.

Fluff all the Branches

Next, you want to work on fluffing all the branches.

I like to fluff as I assemble and then continue to fluff once it is all put together.

Regardless of when you fluff, you've gotta fluff.

The best way to fluff is to just get in there and start spreading the branches up and down and side to side.

Once you've done one round, step back and assess.

Chances are you'll need to re-fluff a few areas.

Fluffing is not the most fun, but it really makes a huge difference to the overall look of the tree.

Add the Tree Topper

You might notice the tree is way more decorated here, but that's because I waited to put the tree topper on until after I decorated most of it.

Don't do that.

Definitely add the tree topper, especially if it lights up, to the tree at this stage of the game so you can hide the cord, if there is one, more easily.

My way worked sort of, but I had to redo some of the ribbons because the cord knocked them.

Add First Round of ribbon

This is the first year I put ribbon on the tree and let me tell you…

I'm never going back.

Both my husband and I were so impressed at how ribbon really upgraded this tree.

I started by cutting pieces of 2-2.5″ wire ribbon into 3 foot pieces.

I read a few tutorials and the best technique I found went like this…

The key is to start in the middle of the tree and add the ribbon on the diagonal.

Basically, you start by tucking one end of the ribbon into the tree around a branch or the lights cord towards the middle of the tree.

Then, you loop the ribbon out over the branches.

Try to make it so the ribbon is puffed out enough to not touch the branches its poofing over.

Then, tuck the middle into to the tree on an angle and create a second loop the same way you created the first.

Once that loop is made, tuck the other end into the tree like you did with the first end.

As you make your loops, pull the ribbon loop up to shape it.

Add a Second Round of Ribbon (optional)

After you've added one set of a ribbon, consider adding a second round of ribbon.

I had this larger ribbon from a couple years ago I never used, so I used it this year to add in more blue to the tree.

My Christmas color scheme this year is navy blue, forest green, and gold with hints of white snow.

For this round of ribbon, I didn't do as much.

You really can make this round of ribbon any width from my research.

For this round, I cut these down to 2 foot pieces and did mostly one loop instead of two.

However, I did occasionally do two smaller loops to keep it interesting.

Add Stems and/or Florals and/or Unique Elements

Once you feel good about the ribbon placement, it's time for the stems and/or florals.

Disperse them in any gaps around the ribbon or to hide certain awkward parts of the ribbon.

I only had 8 stems from a previous tree setup that I used here.

I would say you could probably add in a few more, but you really don't need any more than 8-12 stems or florals.

Once you get your stems/florals in place, add in your unique elements.

My unique elements for this tree were owl figurines.

Again, I think I only used a handful of these figurines, but consider your tree's theme and go with something fun and unique to make the tree stand out.

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