Got a ton of ornaments but no tree to hang them on? There are other gorgeous ways to display them.
Originally published December 2015. Updated November 2016.
Trim your bannisters
Ann at On Sutton Place beautifully dresses her staircase with a garland, lights and rosy red ornaments.
Let it snow
These crystal ornaments tied with red ribbons are as sweet as falling snow.
Dangle over dinner
Katie at Bower Power decorated her dining table’s light fixture with the shiniest of silver ornaments.
Frame a tree
Still want a tree? Make your own tree-shaped frame to hang your most prized ornaments.
Gild your mantel
Your mantel can hold more than just stockings — try draping ornaments over the edge for added decor.
Make an advent calendar
Make your own advent calendar with your favorite ornaments and cherish them every day in December.
Adorn an invisible tree
Megan shows you how to create a floating Christmas tree that will awe your guests.
Festoon a window frame
Antique window frames are really popular right now — if you have them, use them to host your shiny ornaments.
Ornament a shadow box
Or, build them their very own special place to hang, like this shadow box.
Deck the shower
You can hang them from the shower rings too… but, you’ll only be allowed to sing Chrismas carols in the shower.
Hang them from a ladder
The rungs on a ladder provide the perfect place to display your ornaments!
DIY a pallet Christmas tree
Redhead Can Decorate’s blog shows you exactly how to turn a pallet into a gorgeously adorned tree.
Dress up some candlesticks
Little ornaments look so perfect nestled in candlesticks, it’s hard to believe they aren’t meant to be there.
Showcase them in a vase
Round ornaments look right at home in a vase with pinecones and some garland.
Pop them in a Mason jar
Add a little country chic to your display by gently placing glass ornaments in a vintage-looking jar.
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