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Three… alternatives to Christmas trees

1. Christmas card tree.

A simple and no-waste Christmas tree idea is to simply blu-tac Christmas cards in a tree shape onto your wall — a great option for those of us who still receive paper cards that is!

2. Suspended Christmas tree.

If you’re short on floor space, or just want an interesting focal point in your room, why not give the traditional Christmas tree some lift? Hang baubles from fishing line from the ceiling, or underneath an a-frame ladder.

3. Bookshelf Christmas tree.

Gather your green books and create a tiered tree by layering the books on three different shelves with pretty accents placed throughout. Get creative with the “tree topper“ with any hangable item.

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