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How to Decorate a Trendy Christmas Tree

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If you have been decorating your xmas tree the same way for years and years then it might be time for you to consider some of the latest trends in Christmas tree decorations. The biggest trend this decade so far has been to use a color coordinated color scheme with oversized Christmas tree decorations topped with a gaudy star or cluster of feathers. When you are searching for holiday decorations online you will probably notice that oversized xmas balls and tree toppers in colors such as copper, tan and silver are all the rage.

Another recent trend in holiday decor is crystal Christmas tree decorations. These are simply chandelier drops that are tied to the tree with a large bow of gold ribbon. You can also use red or green ribbon but those colors are considered a bit passé. You can order crystal drops from a chandelier parts catalog while shopping for holiday decorations online.

The key word to describe the hottest Christmas tree decorations this year is big. This is especially true of tree toppers which are now sold accented with long feathers, glittering sticks, netting and ribbon. When shopping for holiday decorations online keep in mind that the bigger and more outrageous your decorations are, the more in date with fashion your tree will be. As for the Christmas tree you can buy one at ChristmasTreesGalore.com , they have a large selection of trees. If you order from them be sure to get a  ChristmasTreesGalore.com coupon code from a site like ShoppingCodes.com to get a discount.

Wired ribbon is all the rage in xmas decorations. For those of you who are not familiar with what wired ribbon is, it is simply a sheer or shiny ribbon that has been reinforced on either side with bendable wire so that it stays put whatever way you tie it. When Christmas shopping online you have probably noticed that there are lots of bowed xmas decorations for sale but basically it is very easy to make your own wired ribbon xmas decorations by buying a few yards of the stuff.

Wired ribbon is great because you can simply tie it to the branches of a Christmas tree to give it a more luscious look. You can also use it to add glamour to wreathes and garlands. Remember to add this helpful craft ribbon to your shopping list when Christmas shopping online. Most craft and Christmas stores sell it because it is such a versatile decorating tool. If you can’t find it in an xmas shop then you are also likely to find it in millenary or fabric stores as well.

Another great thing about wired ribbon it is great for making old xmas decorations look a little newer. Tying a sheer gold or silver ribbon to an existing crystal or glass ball immediately gives it an updated look for the twenty first century. Simply investing in a little bit of ribbon can certainly save you from splurging on brand new ornaments while you are Christmas shopping online.

If you prefer a Christmas holiday décor that is trendier than you can always try reading articles in magazines and on the Internet about what is the latest fashion in Christmas theme decorations. For instance the biggest theme for 2005 is gold ribbon and crystals, which means that you will find plenty of xmas decorations that suit this style trend online and in retail outlets.

How to Decorate Your Cake With Novelty Tools

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Decorating your cake has come a long way since the days of Wilton and the Icing bag. Here is a breakdown of some of the more inspiring gadgets and products on the market that can make the difference between an ordinary cake and one that is truly spectacular and unique.

Nowadays you can get cake spray paint. This allows you to spray paint your cake any color you want. A great idea is to make your own stencil and simply spray lettering, shapes images, anything you like on the cake.

The spray comes out in a fine mist that you can use to create a speckled effect or you can layer it on thickly to create a richly colored effect. One word of warning – don’t hold the nozzle of the spray can too close to the icing or the force of the air coming through may cause dents or shirring in the icing.
You can buy cake stencils just about anywhere on the net but just about any kind of stencil can be used to create an image on a cake. The easiest surface all to stencil on is a fondant cake because it is the simplest and flattest surface however great effects can be achieved on buttercream or royal cream iced cakes at all.

To use a stencil all you do is lay it over the cake surface and apply color, glitter or tinted icing sugar using a shaker, spray can or brush.

You can also use a stencil to create raised lettering. Simply lay the stencil on the cake, apply a Royal Cream Icing thickly over the stencil and before it hardens lift the stencil off the cake to create raised letter.

To emboss a cake using a cake stencil simply press the stencil into a cake that has been iced flat with Royal cream and then lift it up gently.

Cake decorating combs look like giant hair combs. Different varieties have different widths and types of serrated edges.

A cake decorating comb comes in very handy for smoothing buttercream frosting to prepare it to be rolled in fondant or tiled with fondant pieces. This is because it creates a very flat yet slightly tacky edge that allows the fondant to adhere more smoothly to the cake.

Cake combs can also be used to create swirls and patterns in frosting the same way you can use a plaster comb to create patterns in ceiling plaster.

As you can see you have a lot of options for making the prettiest cake possible!