Many have asked the question, how do you properly place ornaments on artificial trees? Creativity is a very vital asset to make sure that your Christmas tree looks great come Christmas Eve but what many don't know is that there is a method involved. For a more polished and professional look, there are certain techniques you can implement. If you follow these tips, rest assured you'll have a Christmas tree that's the envy of everyone in the neighborhood!

1) Divide your ornaments

Group your Christmas tree ornaments into decorative and collectible categories. The former is made up of typical decorations you might buy at any store while the latter group are the more precious keepsakes you've collected over the years, heirlooms or special ornaments. If this gets confusing, divide them according to your tastes, price, etc. This process helps you get organized and makes the decorating go much faster.

2) Decorative Ornaments

These are the ornaments belonging to the decorative Christmas tree ornaments pile. Make sure to place the larger ornaments on your tree first. Hang them evenly from the trunk to the tips of the branches. Make sure they are evenly spaced and that artificial trees ornaments that are of the same color should not be too close together. As you hang your ornaments, move aroudn the tree to ensures a balanced effect.

3) Keepsake Ornaments

Next, hang the Christmas tree ornaments from the keepsake pile on your tree. With this group, remember to keep most of them close to the trunk but don't forget to hang some on the tips of the branches as well. Follow the previous steps in placing the larger ornaments first followed by the smaller ones.

4) No Bare Spots

The worst thing you can have is a bald or balding Christmas tree. Survey your tree carefully and ensure that there are no empty, gaping spaces between ornaments. Use the smaller ornaments to fill these spaces to make for a more balanced look.

5) Big Finish

As a finishing touch, place the topper on your Christmas tree! Make sure that the one you've picked matches the overall style and theme of all your ornaments. After you've placed it, make sure that it isn't lopsided or it might fall off later in the evening!

Follow these simple tips and you're on your way to a praise-worthy Christmas tree. These tips are not rules, but instead simple guide lines. Creativity and unique ornaments will make your creation sizzle and pop., so don't get bogged down in rules and methods – just go for it and have fun!