Pro Tip: Light the Center of the Christmas Tree

How to Light the Core of Your Christmas Tree

To add depth and texture to your Christmas tree, start by running 100-150 mini lights up the tree's center. This takes less than 10 minutes and can be done with either incandescent or LED lights.

You don't need to wind the lights around the trunk. Just let them hang gently through the branches. This technique is especially lovely for natural trees.

If you have a pre-lit tree, you can still add extra light to the core by running a few more strings of lights up the center. This will help to create a more evenly lit tree and add depth to your overall scene.

Here are the steps in more detail:

1. Gather your materials. You will need 100-150 mini lights, a ladder, and gloves (optional).
2. Unwind the lights and plug them in.
3. Stand on the ladder and start running the lights up the tree's center.
4. Let the lights hang gently through the branches.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the entire center of the tree is lit.
6. If you have a pre-lit tree, you can add extra light by running a few more strings of lights up the center.
7. Step back and admire your work!

Here are some additional tips:

• Use a ladder that is the right height for your tree.
• Be careful not to over-tighten the lights, which could damage the tree.
• If you are using incandescent lights, be sure to turn them off when you are not using them.
  
  Enjoy this Gif showing the big difference lighting the center of the tree makes!