Easter is coming soon. Therefore, it is time to start decorating the Easter tree this weekend by diligently collecting branches and Easter tree decorations.
Decorated Easter tree – a long tradition
When you see an Easter tree you feel a real joy of life. The mostly colorful design conveys a feeling of spring awakening. The Easter tree has a long tradition. Poultry eggs have always been considered a symbol of fertility and life. In this context, an analogy arises with spring, in which the plant world awakens in new colors and everything comes alive in full warmth after the dark, cold winter months.
In the context of the Christian faith, the Easter tree not only represents the beginning of spring. It marks the moment of death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. TheDesigning the Easter tree or bouquetbrightens the mind and one takes part in a custom that is passed down from generation to generation.
Making an Easter tree also helps to create a pleasant, spring-like, original atmosphere in your own four walls. What the Easter tree decoration can look like will now be explained below.
Do-it-yourself instructions
The Easter tree decoration is designed in several steps. First of all, you should be clear about whether you want to buy a natural or artificial Easter tree. The decorative eggs can also be of natural origin or made of woodother materialsbe.
Make your own Easter tree decoration with blown out chicken eggs
If you choose decorative eggs of natural origin, chicken eggs are best. These are first washed thoroughly with detergent and then blown out. This involves drilling a small hole in the lower, blunt and upper, pointed areas of the egg using a large needle. The opening in the lower, rounded area should be slightly larger. The egg is then held over a bowl and, ideally, blown out in the upper area with a thin straw until it is emptied. Make sure you empty it completely, as even the smallest residue can cause unpleasant smells. To be on the safe side, it is advisable to clean the inside of the egg. To do this, immerse it in a container with lukewarm water and a little dishwashing liquid. Wait until the egg is full. Both openings are then closed and gently shaken. You then blow the water out again. The egg is then placed dry on kitchen paper. Next you can let your imagination run wild with the empty eggswith different colors as desiredas well as small decorative attributes.
Find the right branches
Fresh willow branches are traditionally used to make the Easter tree.
The first step is to cut them and place them in a vase filled with water a few days before decorating. This, as well as the surrounding room temperature, then leads to the first bud break.
Branches from fruit trees that need to be cut during this time can also be used. Their large flowers promise a comprehensive decoration of home interiors. Alternatively, hazelnut branches are also suitable.
If you want to create an Easter bouquet, birch branches are ideal because of their light green leaves. This brings spring into the house with full swing. A classic for themForsythias are also an Easter decoration. Their bright yellow color quickly makes your own four walls shine with spring-like warmth and your heart is filled with life energy.
At this point, it's worth mentioning which branches you definitely shouldn't use. Trees or bushes that have branches covered in thorns, such as rose bushes, fall into this category, as there is a certain risk of injury if there are children and pets in the household. Thorns also make the entire decorating process more difficult.
Some plants, such as the yew, are poisonous. Therefore, you should not take any unknown branches with you. If you decide to buy your Easter branches from a flower shop, be careful about possible chemical residues. These types of chemicals can make even non-toxic plants toxic.
Select the container
After you have made the right choice for the Easter branches, it is important to also find out about the right container. If you want a largely natural appearance for the Easter tree, it is possible to place it in a decorative bucket or pot filled with floral foam. You can also use more elegant containers, for example made of ceramic. With this choice, too, there are no limits to your imagination and your own taste.
One thing is certain, and that is that the Easter tree can become a real eye-catcher in your own four walls. For these purposes, the accent can be placed on bright colors. Pastel colors are ideal if you want a subtle, calmer appearance. Either way, it is always advisable to design the Easter decorations to match the interior design.
Making Easter tree decorations with children
Apart from the eggs already mentioned for decoration, you can also decorate your Easter tree with Easter hanging figures such as origami paper figures, material flowers, colorful ribbons, stripes or even beaded style elements. Children are welcome to help out and thereby find something creative to do. The blown out chicken eggs could also be replaced with 3D paper eggs, which are then made together using the origami folding technique. The children can also be involved in the color selection, as this further promotes their creative thinking.
The fun of hanging the decorative decorations on the Easter tree is guaranteed with the children, so that the wonderful Easter becomes a truly wonderful family celebration.
