Each family has its own traditions of preparing for the New Year. A Christmas tree is an invariable attribute of this holiday. Live or artificial - it creates a special atmosphere. Celebrating the New Year at the Christmas tree is a traditional way of celebrating.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, prepare the tree for the holiday. If you prefer a living tree, then bring it into the house first. This will allow the spruce to thaw and straighten the needles. In addition, the needles will break less during the decorating process. Also, place the trunk of the tree in the water. This will prevent the tree from drying out prematurely. Alternatively, get a live Christmas tree in a pot. Such a tree gradually grows, and then you can plant it in the ground. Collect the artificial tree, straighten the branches.
Step 2
Consider the location of the tree in the room to ensure fire safety. Check the health of electric lights and other decorations. Also, the tree should be well secured.
Step 3
Involve children in decorating the Christmas tree. This will help them feel that the holiday is coming and will become a unifying moment in your family. Have the children make their own toys. In addition, it can become your family tradition, a kind of ritual.
Step 4
Be sure to include contests at the Christmas tree in the holiday program. For example, give the children a task to find gifts on the tree. Attraction of adults to such a competition will revitalize the celebration. If there is enough room in the room, organize a round dance around the tree.
Step 5
Invite your guests to write their wishes on colorful pieces of paper. Roll them up into bows and hang them on the tree. Have each guest pick a bow at random and read the wish out loud. Thus, none of the guests will be left unattended.
Step 6
Organize a surprise moment with the lighting of the tree lights. Bring in one of the guests as an assistant. At the command "One, two, three, Christmas tree - burn!", Turn on the garlands on the Christmas tree. Thus, adults will feel like children again, and the New Year's celebration at the Christmas tree will acquire a special atmosphere.
