Fun Christmas Tree Alternatives for Those Who Can't Have a Real Tree

• Achieve a holiday vibe in small spaces with alternative Christmas tree ideas like balloons, wall decor, twine trees, and more.

• Non-traditional Christmas trees can be made with easy craft ideas or using pre-made items.

• Let Ultimate Party help bring these holiday ideas into your home!

We love the smell of real pine, but not everyone has the space to set up a real or artificial tree. When space is limited or you want to try something out of the ordinary, explore these cool alternative Christmas tree ideas. Non-traditional Christmas trees can have a modern edge and be delightfully affordable.

Balloon Tree

If you're looking for a portable tree that you can take to any Christmas event, like the workplace or a family reunion, balloon decor is a brilliant alternative Christmas tree idea that's affordable and eye-catching. Balloon trees range in height from three feet, which can be placed on a table top, to nine feet that fit in rooms with a higher-than-average ceiling. Balloon trees use a combination of mylar and latex balloons with helium for a floating display.

Wall Displays

A space on your wall is all you need to create a 2D space-saving Christmas tree. You could do a wall display that reaches the floor, or you could use the space above a table to make it look as if it's sitting on the tabletop. Here are some neat wall display ideas for alternative Christmas trees.

Scrap Paper Tree

This is a great idea for people with young kids. With kids around, you likely have scrap construction paper or even the color swatches your kids likely pick up in the paint aisle. Using washi tape for a harmless installation, have your kids help you place scraps of paper on your wall for a collage tree. Don't forget the star!

Rope Ladder Tree

You'll need sticks and string for this alternative Christmas tree idea. Start with the base stick, which is the widest you want your tree to be. Working up, tie strings to each side of the stick, and add smaller and smaller sticks while leaving ample space between the sticks. You can add as many tiers as you wish. You'll end up with a tree-shaped rope ladder. Add a wooden star and decorate it with natural-themed ornaments, like pine cones and birds.

Garland Greenery

Using a garland on your wall is an easy way to create a non-traditional Christmas tree in any size you prefer. Using a fresh garland gives you the delightful pine smell, however, it may not last as long without the typical watering of a real Christmas tree. Pre-decorated artificial garlands will last you for many holiday seasons to come.

Chalkboard Tree

This is a simple alternative Christmas tree idea that's great for any classroom or kids' room. Use chalk to draw your best pine tree, making plenty of chalk lines to emulate long pine needles. Then, attach any garland and ornaments that you have on hand, or have the kids make their own personalized ornaments!

Felt & Velcro Tree for Tots

If having a Christmas tree is a nightmare because your tiny tots are obsessed with rearranging (or throwing) the ornaments, then you should definitely try this alternative idea! Felt and Velcro Christmas trees are affordable, and you can hang them in any small open space on your wall. All the ornaments are made with soft felt and ripable Velcro, so your kids can decorate the tree again and again.

Fresh Cut Branches

Nothing really beats the smell of fresh-cut pine when you bring a real Christmas tree home. Instead of one big focal point tree, go out into nature and cut your own fresh sprigs of evergreen to put into vases around your home. Add a holiday touch by decorating them with a few small Christmas ornaments and mini lights.

Small Rosemary 'Tree'

The popular herb rosemary is also an evergreen shrub that can be found in stores shaped like a mini Christmas tree during the holidays. Bring it home, keep it watered, and trim it with mini Christmas ornaments. Rosemary smells amazing, and you can use it all year round to flavor your meals.

Twine Tree

Your guests will ask, "How did you do that?" when you show them your non-traditional Christmas twine tree. You'll need some simple craft supplies:

• A Styrofoam cone
• Plastic wrap
• White glue
• Twine

Wrap the Styrofoam cone in plastic wrap. Dip long strands of twine into the glue and wrap them around the cone, leaving spaces in between the layers here and there. Let the glue dry completely and gently separate your twine tree from the mold. Decorate it with anything you like, from mini Christmas ornaments to natural elements like small pine cones or holly leaves and berries.

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