Modern Artistic Christmas Tree Decoration Alternatives

December 11th, 2010

The Christmas time is near so many of us will choose christmas trees thanks to old tradition. The first Christmas tree was decorated at Riga in Latvia, in 1510. In the early 16th century, Martin Luther is said to have decorated a small Christmas Tree with candles, to show his children how the stars twinkled through the dark night. Although what if you don’t want to like everybody but still want to have the tree? Than you should by some modern Christmas tree alternative.

There are plenty of different artificial Christmas trees nowadays and they are considered as modern Christmas tree alternatives by many people. Some of them looks really good and occupies less space than real ones but they usually are quite expensive. The cool thing is that with proper inspiration you can make the Christmas tree without spending more than several bucks. Check out what cool DIY Christmas trees we found for you:

Logs and Planks Christmas tree

Christmas tree made of logs and planks is rotatable and perfect place to put a lot of tealights. (via vt vonen)

Wooden Drying Rack Christmas Tree

If you have a wooden drying rack then you can easily turn it into the Christmas tree. (via Country Living)

The Cardboard Christmas Tree

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That is the most budget choice. About 20$ for 3 feet tree which could be painted and decorated any way you like.

Estilio Tree Tealight Holder

The most modern and elegant Christmas tree alternative made from stainless steel. You can bought it for 202.5$ from Blomus.

Possibili Tree

Possibili Tree showed above is a tabletop version, standing almost three feet tall, with branches that can be fanned out in various ways. Its designed by Richard Babcock. Whether you use PossibiliTree to celebrate Christmas, another occasion or just to enjoy the artful simplicity of its design, when the festivities are complete, the tree is easily disassembled. Although with all that pros come one con – its price.

Antique Christmas Tree

Silver glitter trees sparkle on tabletop or floor. Polished aluminum on wire.

Laser Cut Christmas Tree

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Seriously sophisticated, this gorgeous laser cut tree is the funky take on the traditional Christmas tree. It comes in 2 colors red and white for Christmas time.