First make a snowman face and head out of a large, foam flowery world and put it in the top of the tree," says designer Brian Patrick Flynn.

Rustic Luxe Fixer Upper's Joanna Gaines adorned this lush tree with silver and white ornaments, sparkling white lights and a thick off-white ribbon garland for a look that's simple, yet magnificent.

Match Your Decor Whether your home is traditional, contemporary or understated chic, select a tree color and theme that fits your design. This lavender flocked tree complements this living room purple and navy decoration.

Festive Fairy Lights This year, ditch the rough strands of conventional twinkle lights and opt instead for milder frameless glass bathtub enclosures . dainty LED fairy lights draped in the top of the tree.

Simple on Top, Bold on Bottom Let your tree skirt do the talking. Balance a daring tree skirt, like this beautiful Nordic-inspired design, with nominal tree decoration like white lights and simple mesh garland -- no ornaments necessary.

Farmhouse Flocked This year's hottest tree fad? Beautiful green branches coated in snowy white flocking. Decorate with a few white and burlap decorations to get an updated, farmhouse-style take on the traditional Christmas tree.

Move Glam on a Budget Glam up your holiday decoration with a flashy and enjoyable tree that is Hollywood-inspired. Trimmed with mini gold sunburst mirrors and fairly pops of crimson and pink ornaments, this glowing white tree is fit for a superstar. To get this costly look on a budget, then create mini versions of these DIY sunburst mirrors and reuse them as yearlong home decor when the holidays are finished.

DIY Ornaments Handcrafted ornaments aren't just for kids. This shrub features pretty yet easy ornaments fashioned from twigs, hot glue and white spray paint. For a polished look, pinecones and pretty metallic baubles complement and soften the DIY decorations.

Blooming Design See your local craft store for a variety of silk flowers, like these rich reddish garden roses, peonies, hydrangea and gerber daisies. Mold the flowers into a lush garland, or scatter throughout the branches using an assortment of well-placed ornaments. Top the tree with a richly textured ribbon for a luxury designer look.

Black White Baubles For a modern home filled with solid colors, clean lines and glowing light, a Christmas tree decorated in a modern black and white decorative will fit in perfectly. Simply buy all solid black and all solid white decorations and add character with a paint pen and a few fun ribbon. Pro tip: jump the tree topper and cluster a handful of your favorite round decorations at the top for a playful look, rather.

Pet Friendly Pets really like to play with (read: destroy) Christmas trees. Luckily, there are a number of tips you can follow to keep your pets safe and your tree intact. Choose an artificial tree that's under 5 feet tall and anchor it firmly to the wall or floor to prevent toppling. Use flat matte decorations which are bigger in size -- they are less appealing to pets than shiny ornaments and are harder to chew on or swallow. Attach decorations securely with twist ties and prevent hanging a lot of on the base quarter of this tree. Don't use tinsel or garland, as pets may quickly entangle themselves or choke on swallowed pieces. Last, tape down or cover any electrical wires, and always turn the tree off whenever you aren't in the room.

Classic Meets Mod Mix trendy with traditional. Traditional gold and silver ornaments and beaded garland complement a trendy monogram topper with this chic, simple tree.

Bring Out the Colour Even if you don't adopt colour in your everyday decorating, Christmas is the one time of year you may go overboard. Look for ornaments in bold blues, bright greens, pinks and purples and set them together with metallics, such as gold and silver for a festive tree that is guaranteed to draw attention.

Make a Personal Album Place on display in fashion. Love Steampunk? Transform vintage and industrial knickknacks into trendy ornaments and complete your tree using a Victorian-style top coat.

Beaded Exquisite Swap traditional ribbon garland for trendy strands of gold and silver beaded garland to get a look that's traditional yet elegant.

Spray Paint It Some previous vases are too delicate or tattered to use as bedding, but they're too precious to throw off. Repurpose one into a charming, cottage-style Christmas tree skirt making use of the largest complete part of the quilt.

Quaint Quilted A galvanized wash tub and old baby buggy make up the mobile base with this cute entryway tree. Have a look around your own home for creative pieces you can integrate into your tree's decor.

Pram Proper The organic textures, wood tones and overall color scheme of the modern tree make it appear straight from a fairy tale. In addition to flocked branches and a show-stopping topper, this shrub features sleek, mismatched ornaments spaced evenly for a balanced look.

Out of the Woods Deck out your tree in America's hues: red, blue and white. In 2013, this gorgeous evergreen sat in the White House's East landing and featured ornaments representing each of five military branches.

Truly Patriotic A miniature tree is a great way to get the kiddos involved this Christmas. After you've finished decorating your tree, help them design a pint-sized version with leftover ornaments and garland. Or get hands-on with DIY decorations, like these button tree ornaments and straw tree topper.

Kids' Tree This darling little tree matches perfectly on a tabletop screen. Cookie cutters in dove, bell and angel shapes adorn the tree, while a small wood celebrity is placed at the top. A wood basket conceals the base of this tree and provides a sturdy base for easy decorating.

Cookie Cutter Christmas Peace on Earth. . .and following the holidays. A playful garland and big, picture banner ads are all you need to create a statement tree which needs minimal clean up January 1st.

Peace on Earth Tinsel is a great way to incorporate sparkle and interest into any tree layout. To recreate the subtle allure of the modern, white designer tree, add generous amounts of soft silver and light gold tinsel to branch tips after ornaments and garland are set up.

Tons of Tinsel Celebrate the winter season with a nature-inspired Christmas tree. Dried fruit, spices and other natural substances create beautiful, rustic alternatives to conventional decorations which, when combined, make a delicious holiday odor that can be enjoyed all year.

Perfectly Natural Who says that your Christmas tree has to stay put? A galvanized bucket on casters creates a stylish tree container and will allow you to transport your tree to any area in the home.

Go Mobile Add a sweet touch to a tree with holiday candy. To get this whimsical appearance, use packed candy with a long shelf life, such as candy canes or lollipops. In case you have pets or tiny children, synthetic candy decorations are a great choice and will provide you a wider array of decorative choices. Polish off your candy design .

Sweet Tooth Tired of yards and yards of rope lighting? Toss the twinkle lights and up the drama with a few straightforward strands of oversize bulbs.

Brilliant Bulbs For a straightforward and quick Christmas decorating solution, transform your tree into a enjoyable holiday personality, like this adorable snowman. "First make a snowman face and head out of a large, foam flowery world and put it in the top of the tree," says designer Brian Patrick Flynn. "Next, put in two scarves just beneath the head. To make the appearance of coat buttons, line up three to seven black ornaments in the center of the tree. Last, provide the snowman arms branches positioned roughly two-thirds of the way on every side."

Character Tree Place all of this year's leftover yarn to great use with easy-to-make yarn ball decorations and rabbit tail yarn garland. Paired with a mini tree, these simple decorations are a stylish and pretty addition to your front porch vacation decoration.

Use Up Your Yarn Bring out your inner Morticia Addams with a spooky yet stylish tree you can decorate for Halloween and leave up till January.

Halloween Tree Give your tree a pretty, rustic appearance by upcycling an old galvanaized bucket into a chic DIY skirt!

Galvanized Tree Collar Show off the vibrancy of a bold-colored artificial tree with easy ornaments in toned-down, complementary colors. This bright, bubblegum-pink tree is straightforward and fun when adorned with a light scattering of red, fuschia and pink baubles in soft, matte finishes.

Complementary Colors Make Christmas cleanup a breeze by simply keeping decor to a minimum like Fixer Upper's Joanna Gaines did with this traditional green and red tree. Simple ornaments and minimal lighting create a large statement without the fuss.

Keep It Easy Match your tree to your gift wrap or vice versa. Designer Laurie March made a glowing, unified appearance by using exactly the same festive blue bows on both the Christmas tree along with the gift wrap within this disco-inspired holiday area.

Place a Bow on It Amp up your tree's dash and character by adding a small number of oversized decorations, such as these DIY sensed poinsettias. Create picture focal points by simply hanging the large-scale ornaments initially, then decorate the remainder of the tree with small baubles, trinkets and winter berries in complementary colors.

Statement Ornament "A designer trick for adding depth to your Christmas tree decoration would be to cluster similar decorations collectively then hang them inside the tree and also the tips of branches," says designer Brian Patrick Flynn. "From a distance the planets will read much more graphically than tucked and partially-hidden single decorations, and they'll help fill voids throughout the shrub."

Cluster Small Ornaments Collectively Start a new family tradition by turning your tree into a gorgeous, classic Advent calendar. This handmade garland version is created from printed linen pockets that hold candy or tiny gifts for each day of the Advent.

Advent Calendar Garland "Update pinecones with holiday flair by gently misting with white spray paint along the entire body until they choose a snowy, frosted appearance," says designer Brian Patrick Flynn. "After dry, coating white pinecones onto branches with rope as hangers or simply place loosely across the tree"

Update Natural Accessories Can not eliminate this Christmas? Transform your home into a luxurious holiday location with ornaments and decorations sourced from or inspired by your favorite locale. For actor Wayne Brady's Hawaiian-themed holiday house, designer Stacey Vuduris trimmed the tree with starfish, pineapple and tropical flower decorations and fairly puka shell garland.

Beachy Beauty Mix this up this year by replacing your normal tree skirt with a repurposed container such as a classic wine crate or galvanized wash tub. To get this classic appearance, choose a vessel that's proportional to a own tree and big enough to create a solid foundation, then place heavy stones in the bottom for extra support. Drape a layer of coordinating fabric between the tree and container for a polished appearance.

Forget the Tree Skirt Repurpose final year's Christmas cards to some joyous and meaningful tree garland.

Put Holiday Cards to Good Use Produce a fun, eclectic design by tying ribbon into a tree's branches. Place pieces close together at a single, bold shade or organize in an ombre pattern employing light-colored ribbon at the top then graduating darker colors of the exact same hue as you move toward the base. Hint: To save money, purchase ribbon scraps from the regional craft store or store pieces from gifts or crafts during the year.

Ribbons Galore Change your family's special memories into beautiful ornaments. Snap photos on holidays, during important life events and if you or your children take part in hobbies or sports, then publish the pictures in sepia or black and white for a vintage appearance. Place the photos in miniature gilded frames and hang from your tree. Each Christmas you will be reminded of your household's adventures and favorite memories.

Remember When... Bright, cheery neutrals are a great match in almost any interior design, making them ideal for decorating. This crisp, white tree is anything but bland when trimmed with modern parchment-colored decorations and glossy garland. Make a gorgeous, modern statement in your house with this easily adaptable, less-is-more strategy.

Bright Neutrals If you aren't a massive fan of white Christmas trees, but still need to try a neutral approach, consider an earth-toned design. On a classic shrub, pair copper and metallic decorations in flat glossy or matte finishes with natural decorations, like pinecones and cinnamon sticks, to get a warm, neutral look.

Dark Neutrals If you think of vintage Christmas decor, you are probably picturing the rustic simplicity of the Scandinavian style. To find this handmade look, utilize decorations made from organic materials like salt dough, basket weave and embroidery in subdued colors.

Rustic Scandinavian Make an impression with your tree topper -- literally. Use wood letters in bright seasonal colours to easily make your own word or term. Glue the letters with each other, then nestle the finished product into your tree's branches or attach with a pipe cleaner into the uppermost bough. Adorn with large snowflake decorations or brightly-colored ting-ting for an enjoyable and one of a kind topper that's guaranteed to start a conversation.

DIY Statement Topper Eliminate a measure from the tree decorating routine by blending garland and lights. Simply choose several different cloths in coordinating designs and colors, cut them into thin strips, then tie the strips onto a series of Christmas lights before the chord is totally covered. Lace the lighted garland near your tree's back to get a subtle effect or join to branch ideas for a bright and daring appearance.

Wrap Lights in Garland Donna Williams of Funky Junk Interiors decorated her tree with family items for a classic look. The garland is made from strips of white bed sheets and burlap and accessorized with vintage license plates and rustic, wooden decorations.

Vintage-Style Christmas Tree With Burlap Garland Live in an apartment or loft with holiday-decorating restrictions? (Boo!) Bring the bling to your tree in a secure manner with battery-operated or plug-in candles, like these stunning chandelier candelabras.

Lighting It Up When choosing the ideal decor for the Christmas tree, then glean inspiration from the area where it will endure. In a dining room, hanging antique silverware on the tree is a smart, simple way to match your holiday place settings.

Match the topic of the Room Proceed out with your favorite colour this vacation season. Pick decorations in many different sizes and textures in colors of the same colour and arrange on a white tree. Finish the look with holiday home decor and gift wrapping in the same shades.