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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

• Fast Facts

  1. The first White House themed tree was designed by Jacqueline Kennedy
  2. Themes can be based on color, interests, traditions and locale
  3. Many themes can become Christmas craft projects for the family
  4. Have the children decide on a theme and decorate a second tree
  5. Unusual Christmas tree colors like pink or even black can set a theme

• Christmas Theme Ideas

  • Teddy bears

  • 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

  • Victorian

  • Stuffed animals

  • Kitchen utensils

  • Fruit and vegetables

  • Nativity scenes

  • Different cultures such as Mexican, Dutch or French

  • Southwestern in orange, red and green and chili peppers

  • Fishing rods, lures and fish

  • Sports such as golf, soccer and basketball or a combination

  • Gardening: Flowers, seed packs and gardening tools

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