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Christmas tree alternative – 3 DIY ideas
Decorating the Christmas tree together and the sight of colourfully wrapped presents under the tree are certainly some of our fondest childhood memories of Christmas Eve. However, the amount of space required, the needles that fall off and, last but not least, the sustainability aspect make many people doubt whether a tree really makes sense at Christmas. For example, a lush fir bouquet instead of a Christmas tree is a quick alternative. If you then decorate the branches with baubles and straw stars, you can bring a "light version" of a classic Christmas tree to the table. Our three modern DIY ideas are even more creative: With just a few simple steps, you can make any Christmas tree alternative yourself and increase the anticipation of the big festive season. Great fun for children too!
Christmas tree alternative with amaryllis
This space-saving Christmas tree alternative leans directly against the wall. Three wooden slats imitate the basic shape of a fir tree, while the garland of eucalyptus and cypress brings a wonderful scent and vibrant greenery into the room. Several real amaryllis flowers attached to the wooden frame serve as a spectacular decorative highlight. The star-shaped amaryllis is the most popular Christmas flower and is available from your local florist.
Minimalist Christmas tree alternative
Attention fans of minimalist design: This DIY idea is perfect for your home! To achieve a clean look, we use wood in the form of sawn sticks for this Christmas tree alternative. Skilfully assembled, they can be used to create a mini tree for the table. Individual olive branches and decorative stars ensure that the Christmas tree alternative doesn't look bare.
Christmas tree alternative made from natural materials
Show your courage with Christmas extravagance! In this DIY version, we literally turn traditional decorations on their head: long pine branches are fixed upside down on a frame made of natural wood. Glass baubles and decorative elements hang airily near the ground under the branches.
Frequently asked questions about Christmas tree alternatives
Can a Christmas tree be sustainable?
If you value environmentally friendly cultivation, you should look for a certified organic tree. These trees usually come from relatively small areas of cultivation, are free from pesticides and come from the region. This makes them particularly environmentally friendly. If you have your own garden, you can also buy a Christmas tree in a pot with roots. After the festive season, you can plant the tree outdoors and decorate it with a string of lights in the following winters. This way, the whole house will look Christmassy in no time at all!
Not a good idea: an artificial Christmas tree. Even if it appears to be a long-term investment at first glance, it is usually made of questionable plastic. After being packed and unwrapped several times, it also quickly looks outdated. In this case, metal is a better alternative Christmas tree material. There is now a large selection of metal Christmas trees available on the internet: whether playful, minimalist, two-dimensional for hanging or free-standing.
Which Christmas tree with cats?
To ensure that Christmas is also a relaxing time for our four-legged friends, there are a few things to bear in mind when choosing a tree: Pine trees contain toxins and are therefore not a good choice for a cat household. Spruce trees are also unsuitable as they quickly lose their sharp needles. This can lead to serious problems for the animals if swallowed. Nobilis and Nordmann fir trees are more suitable. Their needles are soft and do not fall off so quickly. If it is an organic tree, it is also pesticide-free. If you use a fir tree stand filled with water, dogs and cats must not be able to drink from the container. Last but not least, you should also check the tree for stability!
Which is the most sustainable Christmas tree?
A particularly sustainable and practical idea that is becoming increasingly popular, especially among city dwellers without their own garden, is a rental system for Christmas trees: the rooted fir tree is delivered directly to your home in a pot by the provider and collected again after Christmas Eve. Depending on the provider, it is then either planted out or cultivated further in a pot so that it can be moved back into a living room for a short time next Christmas. Another advantage of a live tree: unlike a rootless tree, it does not needle, does not dry out and therefore poses less of a fire risk.
What happens to the Christmas tree after the festive season?
Unrooted trees are collected by the waste collection service after the festive season. District heating and electricity are generated from the discarded conifers in special biomass power plants. But an old Christmas tree also offers numerous opportunities for recycling: The branches are an ideal winter cover for flower beds and planters. They can also be used for handicrafts, as grave decorations and even as a homemade bath infusion to help you recover from the hustle and bustle of Christmas ...
