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Getting Started
Decorating
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Decorating Your Christmas Tree
The most iconic symbol of the holiday season is the family tree. Decorating this symbol of Christmas cheer tastefully and beautifully is a challenge. 1000Bulbs.com has prepared the following tips to steer you in the right direction.
Buy extra sets of the same lights.
When you find the perfect lights for your tree, make sure to buy two or three more sets than you think you will need. This way, you'll have extras on hand if one or more bulbs should burn out or if an entire string should go bad. Even if the sets come with replacement bulbs, it's a good idea to have extra replacements so you aren't tempted to steal from other sets.
Use correct replacement bulbs.
Always make sure to replace burned out bulbs with new ones of the correct voltage. Borrowing from a different type of set can cause burnouts and can even be dangerous. Always make sure that all lights used indoors are cool burning and specifically labeled for indoor use.
Plug in before placing on tree.
Remember to plug in each set of lights and make sure all the bulbs work before you start stringing them on the tree. This will save you the time and hassle of removing a bad set of lights after the tree is trimmed.
Light a third at a time.
We recommend lighting a third of your tree at a time, starting at the bottom and working up.
Hang in an "s" curve.
Try draping the light strings in a "ribbon candy pattern," which is basically an "S" curve that travels back and forth around the tree.
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