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Bored of the same old tree? Try something different this time.
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A ladder Who would think a step ladder could be transformed into something so magical? But from the vantage point of some creative people in the world, the ladder is a potentially cool Xmas tree. It will look particularly charming in a studio apartment, enhancing the casual nature of the surroundings.
Books Yes, why not! It’s an innovative idea and sort of part festive, part cute, part cerebral. The trick to getting this one right is to have big heavy books like dictionaries and coffee table books at the bottom so there’s foundation and some kind of aesthetic balance. Then, of course, you have mid-sized and large books as you go along.
Beer bottles This one is not for the easy going or for the faint hearted. It’s the hardest one to put up. For starters, you’re going to need over a hundred beer bottles. Yes, go figure. Then you’ll need to be very nimble with your hands as they organize them in the shape of a tree. And yes if you have kids or pets at home, this one is probably not a good idea.
Wall-mounted This one is my favourite for the sheer style of it! It’s going to be a 2D tree, not a 3D one but it’s going to be different and very cool. The idea is to create the shape of the tree on the wall with stickers and other knick knacks. Drive in a series of nails into the wall and just go crazy putting up socks, magnets, ear rings, bangles and scores of interesting titbits to create the illusion of the tree!
Wooden logs This is a very wintry, log cabin kind of tree. Find a set of sawed-off wood blocks and arrange them in the shape of a tree on the wall. To contrast the muted tones of the wood, try adding cotton to mimic snow and red and green ornaments. The trick to getting this one right is to do very little and to do it well. Candles on either side will make a nice touch!
What kind of a unusual tree do you have in mind this year? The rabbit hole is yet to put up its tree but when it does we’ll be sure to share a picture. In the meantime share ideas of Xmas trees with us here so we can make it a December to remember!
