Flocked Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas

For years, I’ve decorated my Christmas tree with very traditional colors. Think red and gold, red and green, plaid (with red, gold, and green). But not this year! For a completely different style, I’m sharing flocked Christmas tree decorating ideas with a blue and gold theme. It’s my first flocked tree, and I couldn’t be more excited for the big reveal.

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When King of Christmas offered to send a flocked Christmas tree and ornaments, I seized the opportunity. The tree I received exceeded all expectations and fit perfectly in our dining room.

Since we have slate grey walls, I chose a blue theme with gold, copper, and bronze metallic accents. At first, I hesitated to choose a non-traditional color scheme, but all hesitation is gone now!

When it comes to Christmas tree decor, starting with a “blank slate” can be intimidating. I’m breaking down the process into steps that have served me well over the years. I hope it inspires you to start decorating your Christmas tree stress-free.

First, let’s start with the basics of the flocked tree itself.

What is a flocked Christmas tree?

A flocked tree has the same evergreen branches as a non-flocked tree, but it contains a coating of fibers or powder that gives it a wintry appearance, as if snow has landed on the branches. So magical!

You can flock an evergreen tree yourself with a special powder, but having a tree already flocked is far more convenient (and less messy).

How to Decorate a Flocked Tree

I received the 7.5′ Queen Flock Slim artificial Christmas tree with the 15-piece Chic Ornament Set from King of Christmas. With this as a starting point, I chose ribbons, floral accents, and other decorations to give my tree a cohesive theme.

My Christmas tree came in three sections, which made it simple to assemble. I worried that the “slim” tree might look too skinny in this room, but to my delight, it looks quite full and takes up just the right amount of space.

Once you’ve decided on a tree, the fun part of decorating begins! I suggest starting with a vision of an overarching theme and color scheme.

1. Pick a style or theme

In the past, I’ve decorated a classic plaid Christmas tree, a farmhouse Christmas tree with red and white accents, and a traditional red and gold Christmas tree.

If I had to pick a name for this year’s tree, I’d go with “Winter Wonderland.” It combines French blue, gold, copper, and pearl accents for a calming, elegant vibe.

For flocked trees, soft blues, pinks, gold/metallic, or aqua colors work well because they contrast with a white backdrop. I don’t believe the same blue ribbons on my flocked tree would pop as much on my evergreen tree.

2. Add string lights (optional)

Before decorating, I always test the lights to ensure they are working. I love that my flocked tree has 650 warm white LED bulbs, so I don’t have to mess with adding additional string lights.

If your tree is unlit, you’ll want to add lights proportional to its size. For reference, my tree is 7.5 feet tall and 47 inches wide with 650 warm LED lights.

It’s the first tree I’ve owned with a remote control, including 8 different light patterns, a dimmer, and a timer! Plus, the lights have flocking, which adds to the beautiful snowy effect at night.

3. Insert ribbons or floral accents

There are countless ways to decorate a tree with ribbon. I’ve shared a short video on Pinterest demonstrating how to add bows to a tree to use ribbon efficiently.

I usually don’t purchase ribbons until I’ve picked out ornaments, but I always start with ribbons when decorating. If it’s within your budget, mixing different styles of ribbons within a color scheme can give your flocked tree more visual variety.

I added trailing ribbon with a mix of 4-inch blue embroidered ribbon, 3/4-inch gold silk ribbon, 4-inch gold mesh ribbon, and 1-inch gold ribbon with pearls. Then I inserted gold glittery floral picks to add more sparkle.

The trick is to use chenille stems (a.k.a. pipe cleaners) to attach ribbons to the tree. These don’t damage ribbons as much as floral wire would. I used neutral-colored pipe cleaners and cut them in half to disguise them within the tree branches.

4. Add ornaments

Since ornaments often come as sets, I find it easiest to start with ornaments before buying ribbons and floral picks.

My Christmas Chic set of 15 glass ornaments included sphere, teardrop, and finial styles in gold, champagne, copper, and brown colors. I love how the colors reflect the lights!

5. Place a tree topper

You can top a tree with countless styles, including angels, stars, finials, floral picks, and ribbons.

I’ve experimented with many options, but I felt a star tree topper with lights would suit my flocked Christmas tree.

If your tree topper seems a bit wobbly (as mine did), you can use this stabilizer to keep it in place. (It was a game-changer for me.)

6. Add a tree collar or skirt

It’s important to know the diameter of your tree and space constraints before buying a tree collar or tree skirt.

If you decide to use a tree skirt, make sure the diameter is at least 6 inches wider than the width of your tree.

I find that using a tree collar is more forgiving since it doesn’t have to exceed the tree’s width. I chose a woven wicker tree collar since it’s a neutral color, and the texture doesn’t overpower the flocked tree.

Other options for flocked trees include faux fur or white tree skirts. A metallic gold or copper tree collar would also complement my tree’s color scheme. (Maybe I’ll try that next year!)

7. Coordinate gift wrap with your theme

I enjoy coordinating my gift wrap with the color scheme of the tree. In this case, I used neutral wrapping paper with gold accents and blue ribbon.

I love that the paper complements the gold ornaments on the tree and doesn’t take attention away from the tree.

Here’s a look at the finished Christmas tree with gifts underneath.

How to Maintain a Flocked Christmas Tree

I adore how my flocked Christmas tree turned out, and I’m determined to preserve it for many years.

It’s normal for some flocking material to shed as the tree is assembled or disassembled. My tree came with gloves to help fluff the branches during assembly. Avoid moving the branches more than necessary and clean the tree with a light dusting to prevent excessive shedding.

To maintain the beauty of a flocked Christmas tree, you should also follow these storage tips:

• Keep the flocked tree away from direct sunlight, vents, and heaters.
• Use the provided box and bags to store all sections of the tree carefully.
• Store the tree in a horizontal position to prevent the branches from bending.
• Avoid storing the tree in a location with high humidity or wide swings in temperature. Silica gel packets come in handy to remove moisture from the box during storage.

I can’t wait to enjoy our flocked Christmas tree decorations throughout the holiday season, and I hope you have fun decorating your own!

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