When it comes to Christmas Decorations, there are so many options to choose from. However, one of the oldest ways to decorate a Christmas tree is the traditional way. The Germans used silver strands on Christmas trees, which later became known as tinsel. The ornaments helped reflect light, which was especially helpful when candles were lit. During World War I, silver was replaced with cheaper materials, which were more toxic. Today, tinsel is made from polyvinyl chloride and shaped into characteristic bands.

While you may be tempted to use the traditional Christmas tree, you can also create a fun and festive gingerbread house to display in your home. Whether you'd prefer to create a homemade gingerbread house or decorate a tree with inexpensive Christmas ornaments, there are plenty of DIY decorating ideas that you can choose from. You can also get your kids involved by creating easy DIY ornaments that you can hang around your house. While you're at it, consider using the following fun tips to create a festive home:

Choose an ornament with the right size. Ornaments can be used to add color and texture to any room. Choose large, small, and medium sized ornaments for your tree, and use gold or silver ornament hangers. Then, use wreaths to welcome your guests. While they were originally only used for Christmas trees, wreaths quickly found their way to the front door. Choose a classic wreath, or one with a more contemporary look, such as Santa figurines or lighted snowflakes.

Traditionally, a star or angel is placed on top of a Christmas tree. This is an important symbol in the story of Jesus' birth, and the star on top of a Christmas tree represents the star seen by the wise men. Garlands and ribbons, meanwhile, represent family ties. And of course, the Christmas tree is not complete without decorations. It's a time for reflection, so make sure your decorations reflect these traditions.

While many countries export Christmas decorations, the majority is produced in a few countries. According to the UN Comtrade database, China dominates the market for Christmas decorations. China exports more than eighty percent of them, dwarfing the rest of the world's competition. The Netherlands and Poland each account for less than 1% of the market. This makes China an obvious choice. Its popularity has led to many new innovations in Christmas decoration making.

Red velvet ribbon is a simple way to decorate for Christmas. Simply tie the ribbon around different objects in your home. A wreath hung on your front door is also a good candidate for festive holiday ribbon. Ribbon can be added to mailbox posts, porch swings, and walkway lamp posts. Even the tree itself can be wrapped in ribbon streamers. Another classic Christmas decoration is the poinsettia, which has been associated with Christmas since the nineteenth century.

The origins of Christmas bells and candy canes are complex. While the original purpose was to announce church services, these instruments later evolved into decorative items. In fact, nutcrackers are considered a sign of good luck. Today, most of them are decorative. But their history is rich in legend. One legend states that St. Nicholas once saved two boys from a pickle barrel. Regardless of how it started, the tradition has been around for centuries.