Adding Cheer to the Family Room with a Slim Christmas Tree
In this post: Is your holiday tree in a spot you can most enjoy it? If you’re lacking space in your most used room, consider using a slim Christmas tree.⇒
Do you have a spot in your house that’s just calling out for a Christmas tree?
We’ve all seen those perfect spaces. That gorgeous bay window the looks out on the street. A huge circular foyer with super high ceilings. A landing upstairs that can be seen from multiple angles.
Maybe you have one of these ideal spots. But is it necessarily in a part of the house that you actually use?
We have exactly one such spot. A pretty bay window at the front of the house.
However, it’s in our living room, a room we rarely use. Instead, our family room is the place we spend most of out time. I’ve looked at the space many times to try to figure out where a tree would go. Who knew all it needed was a slim Christmas tree?
Suddenly a small corner was just enough space!
For my family room corner I selected a Kennedy Fir snap tree for its narrow shape, as well as its easy set up. Coming in just 2 pieces that snap together simply, there’s no searching for plugs or various pieces nor complicated instructions.
Despite its slim shape it’s lush and majestic, with life-like branches that fluff nicely into shape.
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The location in the family room made it possible to place the tree next to our fireplace. The charming faux limbs look perfectly comfortable sitting right next to fresh cedar branches.
For embellishing the tree, I started with burgundy & gold assorted glass balls, a nice full box of fifty pieces that sets the tone for my color palette and goes a long way to dressing up the tree.
I also added champagne gold finials to vary the shapes by adding longer pieces.
From there I added poinsettia tree picks in a pewter color that really make a grand statement. A little goes a long way and I only used about a half dozen.
At the base of the tree I used a burgundy & gold tree skirt for a rich foundation that offers striking contrast from the gold trimmed gift boxes.
A peek at the mantel shows a playful presentation of greenery and floral blooms, peppered with metallic baubles.
The slender tree gives a tall appearance and topping it all off is an angel tree topper in burgundy velvet robe with gilded wings.
I opted for clear tree lights but you can also get LED color changing ones.
It’s fun to add in natural elements too, so I tucked in fresh magnolia leaves and white tipped pine cones.
I love to nestle into the couch with the fireplace going and enjoy this cheerful corner in my most used room!
But what about that bay window that overlooks the street? Surely I couldn’t leave that opportunity unfulfilled. If you pop over to THIS POST you’ll see a lovely treat that I’ve been working on…
and I promise it’s as different from this one as night is from day!
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Absolutely beautiful as always Lory. I love the slim tree, and how you added the greens on each side of the clock on the mantel. I’m in love with your rug too–a pattern I’ve always liked in home décor.
Thanks so much, Kathy! I’m actually doing a post on the mantel next week so you can see closeups of it… 🙂
Lovely tree, Lory. Love the slim version, but it still looks so full. It fits the space perfectly. Love the red —burgandy ornaments, too! Happy Holidays! Susie from The Chelsea Project
Thanks so much, Susie! This one was just the right size for us. There is one that is still slimmer, but this was perfect for our space. And I agree that it still feels lush… 🙂
It’s just absolutely beautiful! Perfect spot for it too! I love how you’ve tucked in magnolia among the branches. It’s perfect!
Thanks so much, Emily! I had a lot of fun with this one… 🙂 Those magnolia leaves were on the mantel for a while and they were ready for a new spot… lol.
Your tree and room are gorgeous, Lory! I have a spot that would be perfect for this tree size. Gotta love the Snap Tree too! 🙂 Happy holidays!
Yes, I agree – it’s so easy!! Thanks for your very kind words! This was a fun tour and I’m looking forward to making the rounds shortly… 🙂
Beautiful as always
Thank you, as always, Norma!!
So very beautiful Lory and it is perfect in that spot!!! I have that same tree and it is fabulous…I prefer slim trees for the space saving value of it….you have truly decorated this wonderful tree so beautifully for your family and friends to enjoy for the Holidays..love the mantel too! Always swoon over that clock too!!! Happy Holidays Lory…will look forward to your Snowy Sunday feature!!
Oh Lory….you have outdone yourself with all of your holiday decor this year!! Gorgeous, and I adore the white tree too.
Thank you so much, Janet!! I think that white tree just really spoke to me… 🙂
Lovely tree and your mantel is stunning! Thank you for sharing your beautiful Christmas decor on Share Your Style.
I think the slim shaped tree is indeed perfect for that room. Your house is lovely. Visiting from #HomeMattersParty
Thank you so much!! And welcome!