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1 Nov

Reveal: Michael’s Dream Christmas Tree Challenge

 

Michaels Dream Christmas Tree Challenge REVEAL

First of all, I loved all of your opinions and comments when I asked for help choosing the theme for the Michael’s Dream Christmas Tree Challenge 2013.  When it came right down to it, I decided to take the advice many of you gave about challenging myself.  After all, this is a Dream Tree CHALLENGE.  So I decided to face a decorating fear of mine and go for “super elegant”.  My fear with a super elegant theme is that I could totally mess it up and add elements that just don’t go.  I wanted to steer clear of the gaudy look, but still have a tree chalk full of Christmas beauty.  That being said I went a completely different way from my previous thinking and chose a Silver & Gold theme. The ornaments I chose are so glittery and perfectly elegant.  They aren’t bold and bright or traditional, but they still make a gorgeous statement. 

Let the challenge begin!

I made a trip to Michaels Crafts, but this time to actually purchase the tree décor instead of wandering around wondering what theme I should choose.  Once I spotted the Silver & Gold decorations, I was set on using it! I filled 2 carts with spools of ribbon, dainty silver and gold ornaments, glittery sprigs and 6 over-the-top gorgeous giant glittered reindeer (3 silver and 3 gold).  With the trunk of my car full of beautiful sparkly awesomeness, I could barely contain my excitement as I drove home to start decorating.

Empty Tree ready for decor

I laid out all my ornaments, ribbon, sprigs, and décor, set-up my most amazing tree and just stood there…sufficiently challenged!  I had no idea how to even begin such an undertaking.  I took a picture of all the loot I had scored and my naked Christmas Tree and sent it to Kari with the text “HELP!” hoping she would drive right over and show me how to create a Christmas tree that would wow you! After all, she did create a gorgeous tree for the Michaels Challenge last year. Instead she sent a text back that said, “Start with the biggest ornaments and work your way down to the smallest ones.”  Are you kidding me?  That’s it?!  I thought, “there is no way it is that easy!”  Then I took her big sister advice and just started placing the biggest ornaments: the giant reindeer. 

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Then I placed the big gold stars. Then the glittery balls, etc. Surprisingly, this was actually easier than I anticipated.  After a couple of hours and lots of “stepping back to have a look,” I had all the ornaments in place.  Now to fill in the holes; for this I used ribbon and the many sprigs I had purchased.  Finally, I was finished and I plugged in the lights on the tree for the first time. 

Silver & Gold Dream Christmas Tree u-createcrafts.com

I LOVE IT!  This Elegant Silver & Gold tree shines!  It is truly my Dream Christmas Tree.  I am so glad I accepted the challenge to go beyond what I would normally do and stretch myself.  The results are far greater than I thought possible!

Thanks to Michaels Crafts for providing the beautiful tree and gift card to purchase the ornaments.  I had a fun time and am more than pleased with the results. 

 

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    November 1, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    I love it! You did a great job. I think with the white lights, it really plays up on the sparkly silver and gold.

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  2. Kari Sweeten says

    November 1, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Becky your tree is GORGEOUS!!! I absolutely love the classic silver and gold theme! Breathtaking!

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  3. Pam says

    November 1, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Beautiful !!!

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  4. Victoria Jenks says

    November 1, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    How much did you spend for the decorations? I always shy away due to my perceived cost of such an undertaking…

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    • Becky Marie says

      November 8, 2013 at 6:27 AM

      Hi Victoria,
      The cost of the ornaments, ribbon, etc. cost about $400 with everything on sale. I love Michael’s sales!

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  5. Wendy says

    November 1, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    It looks Fantastic! You did an Amazing job!

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  6. SkiptomyLou says

    November 1, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Love it! Those reindeer are so cool!

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  7. Coleen says

    November 1, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    The tree looks stunning!

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  8. Dana - http://chocolateandsunshine.com says

    November 1, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    Beautiful tree. You have patience to wait to turn on the lights until AFTER the ornaments are on. I have to do it throughout the decorating process. This had to be fun to work on a tree from start to finish with new decorations as we usually incorporate existing ornaments into our trees. I usually decorate at least 4 trees so I better get started soon…
    Fun project!

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  9. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.com says

    November 1, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Your tree turned out so great! I love the colors!!

    xox

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  10. Simple Simon and Company says

    November 2, 2013 at 2:23 AM

    Lovely…just loverly.
    ~elizabeth

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  11. Amy {The Idea Room} says

    November 2, 2013 at 2:35 AM

    LOVE the silver and gold! Smart thinking ;)! Love the reindeer too!

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  12. butterfly843 says

    November 2, 2013 at 3:25 AM

    What a beautiful tree!!

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  13. Lil' Luna says

    November 2, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Turned out great! The silver and gold is such a great combo!!

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  14. I {heart} Nap Time says

    November 2, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Love your tree! Turned out fabulous!

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  15. Nike says

    November 3, 2013 at 5:29 AM

    Gorgeous! Love the shine and muted snow tones.

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  16. HawaiianLibrarian says

    November 3, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Absolutely divine!

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  17. Abby Kell says

    November 12, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    Did you get your big reindeer ornaments this year? I love them and can’t seem to find them at Michaels 🙁

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    • Cathy B says

      October 25, 2017 at 10:03 AM

      IVe seen those reindeer at dollorama….cheaper than Michaels too.

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