Ornaments look best when suspended freely rather than resting against branches.
Basic glass balls are the foundation of decorating; place large ball ornaments close to the trunk to reflect light, and small balls near tips of branches for shine and sparkle.
Place lighted or animated Christmas ornaments early in the decorating process. Use no more than 4 on a set of 50 lights to avoid strain on the light strand.
Establish balance by first placing the most dominant group or largest number of similar ornaments. Small ornaments will disappear in the lowest branches, and large ornaments placed too high in the tree may look awkward.
Place your most favored ornament front and center! Cluster several ornaments together on a single hook for unique dramatic effect.
