Rolls of deco mesh (a.k.a. geo mesh). I usually use them straight off the spool without cutting them but out tree is hard to attach them to so I used strips ranging from 3 ft to 6 ft.
The tree with the mesh only
Next was the wired ribbon which looks a bit like web (a.k.a. fish net)
Close up of the tree with the mesh and ribbon
Mesh & ribbon on the tree with white lights
Mesh and ribbon with the tree in colored lights (you can switch between white and color with the touch of a button on our tree)
Next are ball type ornaments then followed by individual ornaments
It's up! Because it's a beach theme I used a straw beach hat instead of a star and a beach towel instead of a tree skirt - I later rethink them.
Close up showing my Margaret Furlong bisque seashell angels and Swarovski snow flakes. I have a collection of each.
Close up of some of the beachier ornaments.
I found, on sale, a star made of driftwood so I replaced the hat. I think when the season is over I will white wash it a bit to look more like that grey faded driftwood and I will add some sparkle to it. It's a bit dark for my taste.
I also changed out the beach towel to a lighter colored one but am still going to look through my fabric stash for something that will pass as sand.
So, that's Christmas tree 2017 for home! Next post I will share the office tree that I decorated.
Tonight could see temperatures as low as 43 but for sure under 50. Instead of bringing in the orchids, I am trying my Dad's theory. I've strung those C7 Christmas lights within the plants. These bulbs emit heat and hopefully they will add the degree or two needed to prevent damage to these tender plants. Dad bought the lights when he was here but this is the first chance to use them - past cold streak was way too cold to experiment.