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- The first White House themed tree was designed by Jacqueline Kennedy
- Themes can be based on color, interests, traditions and locale
- Many themes can become Christmas craft projects for the family
- Have the children decide on a theme and decorate a second tree
- Unusual Christmas tree colors like pink or even black can set a theme
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Christmas tree themes reveal the tree designer's interests, personality, traditions and creativity. Although the first Christmas tree arrived at the White House in 1889, during Benjamin Harrison's presidency, it was not until 1961 that a president's tree had a theme. Jacqueline Kennedy decorated the first White House themed tree that was inspired by Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite ballet.Whitehouse.gov: White House Tree
Christmas Theme Ideas
- Angels
- Country or handmade crafts
- Musical instruments
- One color, sparkling, white or mixed colors
- Ribbons or garlands
- Santa Claus, reindeer and elves
- Animals or birds
- Snowflakes and icicles
- Poinsettias
- Candy or candy canes
- Babies
- Stuffed animals
- Kitchen utensils
- Fruit and vegetables
- Southwestern in orange, red and green and chili peppers
- Sports such as golf, soccer and basketball or a combination
- Gardening: Flowers, seed packs and gardening tools
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Christmas Tree Themes Questions
Why do you like Christmas trees? 3 AnswersI have been fascinated with Christmas trees back when I was a child. And I think my father has got a lot to do with it. During Christmas time he would go with m... read more
I need help finding a Christmas Tree! 4 AnswersQVC has a selection of white Christmas trees, including lighted and upside down. I don't get the upside down thing. You can sign up for their e-mails and catc... read more
What do you think about cutting (thousands of) trees for Christmas? 3 AnswersI graduated "Transylvania University" from Brasov. My specialisation was "Silvicultural and Exploitation of the forest". So, I can answer this question, since i... read more
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