Ok, so let me pause to address what you’re probably thinking. How is “FAMILY” a style?! But let me explain… As the mom of two young boys, the reality is that everything design decision I make is with the kids in mind – including the Christmas tree! But like the rest of our house, rather than letting the “kid friendly” requirement hindering our design style – it actually allows us to be even more creative and bold!
That video makes me smile no matter how many times the boys want to watch it over and over and over again. But now let’s take a little slower approach and I’ll give you a closer look at each layer of the tree.
Pre-Lit Tree. Our tree is a pre-lit Virginia Pine from Target {affiliate link}, and I really love the texture of it – and not having to add lights each year is a definite bonus!
RIBBON. The first layer we add to the tree is a shimmery, silver ribbon that we twist around the tree.
After initially wrapping the tree in ribbon, we tuck it back a bit further on the branches where it helps to bounce around the light and make the tree feel even brighter.
FELT GARLAND. Next up, we wrap the tree in a white felt ball garland.
I love the chunky look of this garland! It looks so cozy and wintery, in addition to being soft for little hands.
-6- Knit Ball Ornament*
OUR OTHER CHRISTMAS TREE… Upstairs in our living room, I put up a skinny, lodgepole pine Christmas tree in the corner for the first time this year. We’d been storing the tree since our days of living in a condo downtown, and I think the tree looks great in this spot. To keep it simple and kid friendly, I simply wrapped it in black and white striped ribbon to coordinate with the black and white stripes throughout the rest of the main floor Christmas decor.
And those pretty glass ornaments that just aren’t safe for little hands – some of them still get displayed each Christmas – hung in our high living room windows where they shimmer in the light safely out of reach!
TAKE THE FULL TOUR! If you like my MODERN. GRAPHIC. FAMILY. style, you’ll want to check out the rest of my Colorful & Modern Christmas Home Tour, which is filled with lots of easy DIY projects!
EAGER FOR MORE CHRISTMAS TREE STYLES? Next up on the blog hop is Graceful Order. You’re definitely going to want to see her tree {trust me}, and be sure to tell her I sent you! Then, you can continue to follow the tour from her site, or you can use the links below to jump around from one amazing blog to the next!

Sarah | Flourish & Knot says
I LOVE LOVE LOVE that felt garland!!! I see that it's no longer available, but I saw some needle-felted balls on Etsy… I think I hear a project calling my name. Awesome tree, awesome decor.
blueistyle says
Well shoot! It was in stock just a few days ago. They still have one with red and white balls in stock. And Land of Nod has a super fun one with white mixed with lots of bright colors.
bon bon says
Love the tree…..with Children it is fun to not have to be after them about the tree.
Susan @ This Makes That says
Your tree decorating tutorial is awesome! Love the felt garland too!
Susan @ This Makes That says
Your tree decorating tutorial is awesome. I love the felt garland too. I have never seen anything like that before.
Maria Gonzalez says
I love your entire tree but the knit ball ornaments are my favorite!
Karen @ a house full of sunshine says
I just adore all the cosy textures on your tree!
Sara Kaufer says
Your home and tree just scream "FUN" to me! I love it. I mean orange felt ornaments, who would have thought? They are the PERECT touch!!! Happy Holidays!
Elizabeth Joan Designs says
I love, love your tree and all of the modern/graphic elements!
Krista thehappyhousie says
I love your tree style Angela- modern, graphic, and family! And the video is fab!!! Great job:)
Stephanie -Casa Watkins says
Angela!! Love the video. Your tree is definitely your modern graphic tree style. I love the orange ornaments. The color scheme is perfect for your home. Pinned and shared
Carrie @ lovely etc. says
Love your tree! It is so fun and graphic and I love that it is all interactive for your little guys. I don't know if I'm ready to commit to a 100% kid friendly tree next year but it is giving me something to think about. And I know I definitely need to get some of those bells either way!
Kathy Baugher says
Love your modern style Angela!!