No Christmas is complete without a Christmas tree, and no tree is complete without ornaments. You can choose an ornament made of glass, plastic, cloth, or wood. You can also make a statement by selecting ornaments that relate to a specific theme.

Many people select ball-shaped ornaments. Most of these are made of glass or plastic. They come in any color, including traditional silver, red, and green. Feel free to add your personal touch by hand painting them or adding holiday-themed phrases!

To break the monotony, add shaped ornaments made from different materials like lightweight metal, glass, plastic, or wood to your tree. Shaped ornaments come in common Christmas shapes, such as snowflakes, Santa Clauses, bells, icicles, reindeer, and gingerbread men.

Stockings serve as attractive and functional Christmas ornaments. Select a Christmas-themed stocking, choose one that matches your personality, or get creative and make your own!

As you put up your Christmas tree, ensure your ornaments remain in good condition. When hanging them, place the fragile ones at the top, away from children and pets. This rule also applies if you use edible decorations, such as candy canes.

Keep your ornaments safe for next season. One of the best ways to store them is to return them to their original packaging. Most boxes are made to withstand light pressure and last a long time. If you have glittered ornaments, wrap them in soft tissue paper free of dyes and acids to prevent the glitter from falling off as you take them out of the box.

If the original packaging is damaged, there are other ways to store your ornaments. For example, you can place small ornaments in an egg tray. Consider storing delicate ornaments in small boxes separated by dividers. Shredded paper works well to cushion ornaments and prevent breakage.

Storing similar ornaments together makes sorting and finding them easy the following year. It also prevents scratching and breakage that might come from other decorations.

When putting your ornaments away, inspect them for damage and scratches before placing them in their packaging. Make repairs and do paint touch-ups as needed. Doing this ensures they remain in the best condition and makes your work easier next season.

When selecting a storage location, choose one that is cool and dry, and ensure the packages are tightly sealed. This prevents dust, moisture, and pests from damaging your ornaments.