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5 Mistakes People Make When Decorating for Christmas and How to Avoid Them

Avoid the most common Christmas decorating mistakes: from tangled lights to overloaded sockets, with simple tips that make your festive setup easier, safer, and more stylish.

We’ve all been there. You’re standing in front of the Christmas tree trying to untangle a small mountain of lights. After you’ve finally decorated your tree, you think you’re finished – until baubles start to fall off the branches. These headaches can make decorating for Christmas  even more stressful and most are easily avoided.  

 

Even seasoned decorators often slip up, whether it’s overloading sockets or rushing at the last minute. By spotting the mistakes people make when decorating for Christmas, you can enjoy a smoother, more festive setup this season. 

 

Mistake #1: Over Decorating the Christmas Tree 

 

It’s easy to get carried away when you’re decorating your Christmas tree, especially if you’ve spent years collecting different tree ornaments and baubles. Over-decorating your Christmas tree can make it look overwhelming and feel cluttered. If there are too many ornaments and clashing colours, it makes your Christmas tree less visually appealing. 

 

The secret to decorating your Christmas tree like a professional is to balance and space your ornaments across your tree. It’s a good idea to choose a theme or colour palette for your Christmas tree, even if you’re incorporating novelty or sentimental ornaments.   

 

Mistake #2: Poor Tree Light Placement 

 

Christmas tree lights can be a headache. Sometimes they don’t work and correctly placing them on your tree isn’t always easy. It’s not uncommon for people to struggle with their tree lights, placing them on the outer branches or unevenly spacing them throughout their tree.  

 

Before decorating, always test your lights to ensure they’re in working condition. When placing the lights on your tree, start at the base and wrap them evenly around the branches, working upwards for a balanced effect. 

 

 

Always test your tree lights before you start untangling them and replace any missing or broken lights. Start by weaving your lights from the base, working upwards by wrapping them evenly around the branches. 

 

Do you want to avoid the headache of trying to add lights to your tree? Invest in a pre-lit artificial Christmas tree that you can use for years and easily pack away after the holiday season.  

 

Mistake #3: Ignoring Power Limits  

 

Power limits are something most of us don’t think about. When you’re setting up your Christmas decorations, you’ll likely need to plug lights, ornaments, and silhouettes to different sockets. Having too many plugs in one outlet or extension cord can cause a potential fire hazard or may blow a fuse. 

 

When you’re planning where to put your Christmas decorations, make sure to consider what outlet plugs you have available nearby. Avoid using outdoor lights inside due to their voltage and make sure you don’t overload your extension cable. 

 

Mistake #4: Forgetting to Decorate All Over 

 

It’s easy to get caught up decorating one part of your Christmas tree or a specific part of your room, like a fireplace. Creating a focal point is a great way to balance your decorating, but focusing too much on one area might cause you to forget about the rest. This mistake mostly happens with Christmas trees, leaving them looking incomplete with different angles and sides having fewer ornaments and baubles. 

 

You can avoid this mistake by rotating your Christmas tree as you decorate it and buying festive home décor to incorporate throughout your room. When you’re decorating your Christmas tree, it’s important to consider which sides are visible, while making sure you decorate all over.   

 

Mistake #5: Last-Minute Decorating  

 

We’ve all been there. Leaving your decorating to the last minute might sound like a great way to get into the festive spirit, but it’s guaranteed to cause problems. The week before Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, whether you prefer shopping online or even if you’re not hosting this Christmas. 

 

Decorating last minute is more likely to be stressful, especially if you want to buy new ornaments. It’s not uncommon for popular items, including Christmas wreaths, to sell out in early December. Leaving your decorating until Christmas week means you might not get to use your preferred theme and you’re more likely to make other mistakes. 

 

You’ll enjoy the festive season more by planning early and decorating in stages, starting with winter home décor in November before putting up your tree in December.  

 

Make Decorating for Christmas Stress-Free 

 

Most of the mistakes people make when decorating for Christmas can be easily avoided with a bit of planning. Balance your décor, test your lights, respect power limits, and decorate evenly throughout your home. Start early, and you’ll avoid last-minute shopping and decorating stress. 

Whether it’s a pre-lit tree, a classic garland, or a beautiful Christmas wreath, the right decorations will make your home feel warm and inviting throughout the season. 

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