Step 1. Set your tree stand in a location that will allow you to
move around tree to decorate.
If you are
using a revolving tree stand, you will not need access to all sides.
Step 2. If you purchased a real tree or non-pre-lit
tree, wrap the “Christmas Tree Extension Cord” (12 ft. Extension with 9
outlets.) down center pole of tree. It will make lighting the tree much easier.
Step 3. Shape and fluff each branch before
putting on the next section. Trees that
are color-coded, hinged or foldaway should be shaped from bottom to top. With this method, your tree will be fully
assembled and shaped at the same time.
When fluffing your branches, they should be slightly bent upwards like
they are growing towards the sun.
Step 4.
If you purchased a non-pre-lit tree, place lights on tree, starting at
top. Work in a panel from down one side
of tree instead of walking around the tree.
To hide wires, work from the center pole out to the front of branch, and
then back to the pole. When you are by
the pole, cross over to the next branch.
NEVER cross over in front of the tree.
Do not end to end connect more than 3 sets of lights unless they are
L.E.D. lights. If you purchased a
pre-lit tree, follow the directions on connecting lights.
Step 5.
Create a festive scalloped-sway effect by draping garland, beads and
ribbon the branches. Garland outlines
the shape of the tree and forms the framework for the rest of the tree
trim. Start at the lowest branch level
and drape the garland in uniform swags from one main branch tip to the
next. Or, place garland on tree in your
own desired pattern.
Step 6.
Place ornaments and novelty decorations in desired patterns. Start with large ornaments first and place
symmetrically on tree.
Step 7.
Place and secure treetop on top of tree.
Step 8.
Place tree skirt around base for a finished look.
|
Tree Size
|
Miniature Lights
Number of Bulbs
|
Garland
Number of Feet
|
Novelty
Decorations
|
Ornaments
|
|
4-4
½ ft.
|
150
- 300 *
|
48’
– 60’
|
18
– 24
|
24
- 36
|
|
6
– 6 ½ ft.
|
300
– 500 *
|
72’
– 90’
|
30
– 48
|
48
– 60
|
|
7
– 7 ½ ft.
|
550
– 950 *
|
100’
– 120’
|
48
– 60
|
60
- 72
|
|
9
ft.
|
800
– 1200 *
|
120’
– 150’
|
60
– 72
|
84
- 96
|
|
10
ft.
|
900
– 1400 *
|
150’
– 180’
|
84
– 96
|
96
– 120
|
|
12
ft.
|
1000
– 1500 *
|
180’
– 210’
|
96
– 120
|
120
– 144
|
|
15
ft.
|
1300
– 1800 *
|
210’
– 240’
|
120
– 144
|
144
– 160
|
|
18
ft.
|
1600
– 2400 *
|
240’
– 270’
|
144
– 160
|
172
– 200
|
|
21
ft.
|
2000
– 2600 *
|
300’
– 360’
|
172
– 200
|
200
- 250
|
*Light quantities may vary depending
on needle length and tree diameter.
Merry
Christmas from all of us at American Sale!