Christmas Tree Decorations
Posted on: August 20, 2011
Christmas tree decorations are an integral part of holiday tradition. Hung on the boughs of an indoor tree, Christmas tree decorations can incorporate tinsel, Christmas tree ornaments, strings of lights, and fake snow. Christmas tree decorations are often collected and stored for future holiday seasons.
Origins of Christmas Tree Decoration
The Christmas Tree can be traced back to the pagans, who celebrated winter solstice by moving cut evergreen boughs indoors and decorating them. Ancient Egyptians had a similar ritual, using palm branches instead of Evergreen boughs.Religious Tolerance: All about the Christmas Tree The Christmas tree was introduced to America in the 1700s, but the American tradition of decorating cut Christmas trees didn't begin until around 1850, at approximately the same time Franklin Pierce became the first United States president to have a Christmas tree in The White House.Virginia Tech: Christmas Tree Traditions
How to Decorate a Christmas Tree
Learn how to make fun and easy Christmas arts & crafts. This video will guide you through the steps of Decorating a Christmas Tree. This is part of a wider series of Christmas related videos published on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make Christmas Tree Ornaments
Kelti Colleen teaches how to make Christmas ornaments using common craft supplies. Ms Colleen shows the steps for making globe ornaments from Styrofoam balls, pipe cleaners, stickers, and rhinestones. The stickers and rhinestones are secured on the ornament using a glue gun.
How to Make Candy Cane Reindeer Ornaments
Easy steps are offered for making a candy cane reindeer ornament. Keltie Colleen provides instruction for making a Rudolph ornament from a candy cane. The decorative craft is made with ordinary art supplies and a glue gun.
How to Make a Christmas Bow
Learn how to make fun and easy Christmas arts & crafts. This video will guide you through the steps of making a Christmas bow. This is part of a wider series of Christmas related videos published on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make Reindeer Antlers For Your Dog
At Christmas why should your Dog miss out on all the fun? This fun Mahalo how-to discusses how to make reindeer antlers for your dog. This is part of a wider series of Christmas related videos published on the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
How to Make a Christmas Wreath
Learn how to make fun and easy arts & crafts for Christmas. Keltie Colleen guides you through the steps of making a Christmas wreath. This video is part of a wider series of Christmas related videos available for free at the Mahalo.com channel of YouTube.
Christmas Gifts Under $25
If you are struggling to afford to pay for all your Christmas presents this year then why not shop for some Christmas gifts under $25. This video shows that with careful research and planning you can buy affordable gifts, which look a lot more expensive than they actually cost.
How To Gift Wrap an Odd-Shaped Present
Crafter Keltie Colleen presents a tutorial on how to wrap an odd-shaped present. She discusses the supplies needed and demonstrates the step-by-step wrapping process. This crafting guide is part of a larger series of Christmas tutorials offered on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.
How to Make a Christmas Card
Crafter Keltie Colleen presents a tutorial on how to make a Christmas card. She discusses the supplies needed and the simple steps needed to create a homemade card. This crafting guide is part of a larger series of Christmas tutorials offered on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.