After reading Cyrus Guccione’s article on where to find and cut fresh Christmas trees in Arizona, I searched online and found plenty of DIY options using alternative materials.
Wall-mounted tree: Outline a tree shape on the wall with tape, hooks or string, then decorate with ornaments from your collection.
Ladder tree: Lean a wooden ladder against a wall and decorate with garland, lights and ornaments.
Cardboard, felt or paper tree: Cut cardboard or felt into the shape of a tree, or use paper to create a three-dimensional tree. Paint or decorate then hang or lean against a wall.
Driftwood or branch tree: Collect pieces of driftwood or fallen tree branches, then string together to create a rustic, hanging tree.
Gingerbread tree: Bake a large, multi-tiered gingerbread cookie and assemble it into a tree shape to display as a centerpiece.
Potted herb or topiary: Decorate a potted rosemary, bay or lavender bush with lightweight miniature ornaments, then enjoy the fragrance.
Succulent topiary: Create a low-maintenance living tree by arranging succulent cuttings on a cone-shaped topiary frame filled with sphagnum moss.
Norfolk Island pine or other houseplants: Bring a living potted plant indoors to use as a tree.
Minimalist wooden tree: Use wooden dowels to create a simple, modern.
Chalkboard tree: Use chalk to draw a Christmas tree on a chalkboard then draw ornaments, garland and a tree topper. Add real lights if you like.
Norfolk Island pine or other houseplants: Bring a living potted plant indoors to use as a tree.
Minimalist wooden tree: Use wooden dowels to create a simple, modern.
Chalkboard tree: Use chalk to draw a Christmas tree on a chalkboard then draw ornaments, garland and a tree topper. Add real lights if you like.
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