Monday, November 26, 2012

Holiday Prep

Yes, the more we deny it the more it becomes a reality... The holidays are just around the corner and we better get ready for them. This weekend was one of checking the Christmas lights, unpacking the ornaments and making room for the Christmas tree.


If you're planning to go and buy a real tree, make sure it is fresh a recently cut, do this by checking that it looks bright and the smell is quite strong. Also, you can shake it a bit and if the needles start falling that means it's not fresh.


When you go out to buy your tree, check out which charities and associations are having their annual sale. By buying your tree from them you are helping their cause. Also, these people usually buy their trees from certified farms and growers.


If you are into eco-friendly options, look for planted trees that can last for a couple of years, fake ones that can be used for many many years {I used mine for 12 years before taking it to recycle}, or  maybe lots of little trees that make up for a big one. There are many alternatives and substitutes that are just as beautiful and festive.

Have a great start of the week!



21 comments:

  1. Christmas spirit is something we all need :)
    Have a great week

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  2. The little ones look really cute - that would make a nice little display. I can't imagine having an artificial tree, I've always had a real one and just love the smell that comes from it. I buy mine mid-December and keep it in the garden until Christmas eve (it never, ever goes up before Christmas eve, it's tradition) in order to keep it fresh. Have a great week xo

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  3. I love the little ones! I think my cats would eat them though.

    Although I grew up with a real tree every year, we have an artificial one now. I used to hate it, but now I love getting it out every year!

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  4. Love that last pic, so pretty! :-)

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  5. Awesome pics. The last is super cute <3
    xo

    glamDevils

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  6. Because the trees don't grow here in SA, I think almost everyone uses fake trees, which truly is more economical and better for the environment!

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  7. I love the last picture! It wuld totally do the trick for me!
    Christmas is more casual over here than in Germany but I feel I still want some deco.
    I saw some col little designer trees that can be used every year, I might get one...

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  8. lovely post.
    i am jewish and dont have a christmas tree but i love looking at them they are so so beautiful
    xx

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  9. Precious!! Love the pictures. I need to get everything out and start the decorating myself!! I love it. Have a great week doll xx

    La Femme Nouvelle

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  10. I love the last pictrure, great idea!

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  11. Such great tips. I'm afraid our tree isn't as fresh this year, such a bummer...but it still smells wonderful...and hope it lasts till Christmas!

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  12. Honestly, Christmas came out of nowhere this year. I can't believe it's time to decorate a tree already. I'm a bit behind.

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  13. Merry Christmas! I am so excited to be decorating my tree. I have a fake one- I love it!!!

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  14. Great tips! I can't wait for us to pick up our tree!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  15. The holidays really are just around the corner. These are great tree tips! We have a fake pink tinsel tree which I love decorating. Fake is the way to go when you live in an NYC 1BR :)

    Have a fab week!
    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  16. Such great tips! I always get a fresh tree, so I'll be sure to do the shake test this year. :)

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  17. Real tree up and lit. Giddy up holidays!

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  18. can't believe it's the holiday season!! how time flies!


    www.beckspick.com

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  19. Yippie, we are getting our tree today. Are you decorating already?

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  20. i'm so excited to begin preparing my house for the Christmas season. not sure if we can include a tree, but hoping garland and holly will be good :)

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