One of the biggest trends this holiday season appears to be coming up with an alternative version of a Christmas tree. After all, we all love a spruced up, well, spruce, but coming up with a festive alternative can be a great way to showcase your creativity and save a little money in the process. Some of these alt trees, like this plant strung up with lights, are very pretty and perfect for a small space.
Since moving, I now live in a small (but perfect-sized) studio in Chico. I have everything I need... except room for a big Christmas tree in my tiny lil living space. I decided to improvise. I think I'm happier with my version than I would have been otherwise. 🎄 pic.twitter.com/qeqz63hpL3
— Anna Paladini (@_annadini) December 4, 2018
Others, like this tree made from chocolate ornaments, are both original and yummy.
This "tree" made from polaroids stuck to a life-size cut-out of its maker doing a yoga "tree" pose is highly personalized and fun.
And this tree makes good use of all the spare parts left behind by children doing arts and crafts.
Others, however, are a bit bizarre, like this tree made from blown-up surgical gloves that looks like something out of a child's nightmare.
Check out our ER version of a Christmas Tree! I'm loving it ☺️ pic.twitter.com/T7Emstnag3
— Val (@vaaleriee_) December 4, 2018
Or this tree made out of traffic cones.
You gotta admire the craftsmanship that went into welding this one, but it does look a bit Tim Burton-esque.
Way to go @CCCTC1 welding and metal fabrication students! Students created their own version of a Christmas tree. #learnatrade pic.twitter.com/iHwAwZFD81
— CCCTC (@CCCTC1) December 12, 2018
And you really can't just hang decorations around your shower curtain and call it a tree.
This one is just sad (though bonus points for being eco-friendly!).
And while the idea behind this is sweet, it could have used a better photo.
For more ideas on how to decorate your home for the Christmas season, check out these 17 Amazing Christmas Tree Alternatives.
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