Do You Put Lights or Ribbon on the Tree First

Begin your tree decorating by adding lights and then the ribbon. Ornaments should always go on last. If you attempt to add ribbon after hanging ornaments, you run the risk of breaking ornaments as you style your tree.

In what order do you decorate your tree?

  1. Gather ornament hooks to accommodate varying weights and sizes of ornaments.
  2. Hang large ornaments first. …
  3. Next, hang medium ornaments. …
  4. Fill in gaps and adorn branch tips with small ornaments.

What decoration goes on a Christmas tree first?

Lights go on the tree first, before ornaments, tree toppers or anything else. Plug them in and leave them lit before you start to put them on the tree.

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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