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Elegant French Christmas Tree

By Anita 22 Comments

I’m mentioned before that we have limited space for a Christmas tree, and that’s why I’m so excited about this gorgeous French Christmas tree. This post is sponsored by BALSAM HILL. All opinions are my own.

This new tree is 42″ at its widest. That means it fits in our dining room. This is the first time I’ve been able to get a Christmas tree in our dining room.

It’s about 6.5 ft tall. I was quite taken with how gorgeous it was.

French Christmas tree full

I opened the box and found very simple, easy to follow instructions and my tree in 3 pieces. I was seriously impressed that the box included 2 sets of gloves to use for assembling the tree, a wrench and a nice box of extra bulbs and fuses. Bravo Balsam Hill!!

French Christmas tree gloves

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First I put the base of the tree into the stand and removed the ribbon so that the branches relaxed into place.

French Christmas tree assembly

The tree branches fall into place as you remove the red ribbon. Then I inserted the middle section.

French Christmas tree partial assembly

Lastly I inserted the top piece and plugged the lights together, then plugged it into the wall. Here is the tree ‘pre-fluff’.

French Christmas tree prefluff

Here is the tree ‘post-fluff’. I fluffed it some more after I took this photo. I added the ribbon first. This is the silver stretch net ribbon. Links to all of the products are at the bottom of the post.

French Christmas tree post fluff

I started with the largest ornaments first. The tree itself is not French, but with this assortment of ornaments, I believe we achieved a French Christmas tree look.

French Christmas tree with ribbon

I love these over-sized ornaments! They are spectacular in person.

French Christmas tree ornament

Many of them have a mercury glass look.

French Christmas tree pine cone ornament

The crazed finish is my favorite.

French Christmas tree crackle ornament

I thought it was so beautiful when I finished.

French Christmas tree top

Balsam Hill also sent several types of ribbon. I used Balsam Hill silver basketweave ribbon to hang my boxwood wreath in front of my Paris map.

French Christmas tree with wreath

The ribbon is 4 inches wide, so it’s perfectly sized to use most any where. Here I used the same basketweave ribbon on my staircase.

French Christmas tree newel post

This ribbon is absolutely my favorite, hands down. It’s a very ornate 4 inch wide pearl ribbon.

French Christmas tree ribbons

It’s a rose gold color that’s so beautiful.

French Christmas tree pearl ribbons

I used a small piece on this bottle with an inherited cameo from Italy.

French Christmas tree cameo

I used an inherited rhinestone brooch on the other ribbon.

French Christmas tree rhinestones

I used the same ribbon on my fur pillows in the dining room.

French Christmas tree ribbon on pillow

It’s hard to tell from the photos, but the ribbon works beautifully with my pink linen chair slipcovers. I used a simple silver and tan plaid wrapping paper to go with my French Christmas tree.

French Christmas tree chair

I used the platinum pleated lame ribbon as a ‘wrap’ for the chairs. Once again, I turned to a vintage rhinestone brooch to hold it in place.

Thank you Balsam Hill for the gorgeous Christmas decor this year!

 

French Christmas tree presents

 

For a list of products I used, see this list. Click on item below and it will take you to the product page.

Berkshire Mountain Fir Tree | 6.5′ High | Narrow 42″ Wide | Clear Lights

Winter Frost Glass ornament set, 35 pieces

Jumbo French Country ornament set, 12 pieces

Midnight Frost ornament set, 35 pieces

4″x5 yards Rose Beaded Dupioni ribbon

4″x10 yards Platinum Pleated Lame ribbon

Silver Basketweave ribbon

Silver Stretch Net ribbon

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Comments

  1. Teresa emrich says

    December 13, 2017 at 06:12

    Loved the Jackson & Perkins gardenias. These are so very fragrant throughout the home. Thanks for the opportunity to win a gift card.

    Reply
  2. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    December 13, 2017 at 06:42

    Beautiful, beautiful tree Anita…those ornaments are indeed gorgeous! Have a Very Merry Day!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      December 13, 2017 at 10:41

      Your house is so beautiful all dressed up for Christmas Shirley, Hugs.

      Reply
  3. Babette says

    December 13, 2017 at 08:08

    Anita, it is truly gorgeous! I’m going to have to invest in some of the big Christmas ornaments! Love it all! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      December 13, 2017 at 10:44

      Babette the larger size ornaments really do give the tree more presence.

      Reply
  4. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    December 13, 2017 at 08:29

    What a beautifully decorated tree Anita!

    Reply
  5. Donna says

    December 13, 2017 at 10:00

    So pretty. That beaded ribbon is gorgeous! My husband and I laugh when we see the characters in the Hallmark Christmas movies open up their big boxes of Balsam Hill ornaments! Shameless plug!! They do make lovely things.

    Reply
    • Anita says

      December 13, 2017 at 10:40

      Yes they do! I was so excited to open all of the boxes!

      Reply
    • Anita says

      December 13, 2017 at 10:40

      Yes they do! I was so excited to open all of the boxes!

      Reply
  6. Susan says

    December 13, 2017 at 11:03

    A beautiful French inspired décor. The tree is spectacular.

    Reply
  7. Norma Rolader says

    December 13, 2017 at 12:24

    Beautiful Beautiful tree you have done a great job and thank you for sharing with us

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  8. Pat says

    December 13, 2017 at 16:11

    Balsam Hill has beautiful trees, and your tree is gorgeous. I too love that beaded rose gold ribbon. And those ornaments are perfect, the Mercury glass look and crazing–yum.
    Pat

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  9. Diane | An Extraordinary Day says

    December 13, 2017 at 22:19

    Your tree is absolutely stunning, Anita, and you pulled off the French look quite well. I really had no idea that the ornaments would be quite the size they are, but I have to say I’m thrilled. You are right, it really does give the tree presence. Great post!!!

    Reply
  10. Julie Briones says

    December 14, 2017 at 01:04

    Beautiful! When I saw the ribbon on your pillow, I got out of my seat and went and did the same to a couple of my pillows! Thanks, Anita! 😉

    Reply
  11. Roxann Schwarze says

    December 15, 2017 at 12:39

    Just all so Beautiful!!!!!!! Merry Christmas Anita!!!!! ❤ Roxann….. ❤?❤

    Reply
  12. Darlene @ Castle Revival says

    January 6, 2018 at 22:12

    You had me at “Farmhouse French Style…” Your success doesn’t surprise me – your home is fabulous! I will be visiting and pinning often as I love your style. This tree tutorial is very helpful and the step by step photos help people like me who prefer a great picture over a paragraph of description. Ha ha! The tree has slim, yet tall proportions which helps in tight spaces. I have to remove seating to fit a regular tree in our living room – which I don’t like doing at Christmas when extra seating is needed. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Anita says

      January 7, 2018 at 12:11

      Thank you Darlene.

      Reply
  13. elizabeth says

    November 25, 2018 at 16:00

    I think your Christmas tree is beautiful! Love how you used the big ornaments and all your ribbons tied here and there look wonderful!

    Reply
  14. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    December 4, 2018 at 07:37

    Your tree is beautiful! I agree that the pearl ribbon is just stunning. Now I must have some for next Christmas. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
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    July 19, 2019 at 04:24

    Thanks for sharing this amazing article, it is very informative post good work keep it up.

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  16. Brenda says

    November 30, 2022 at 08:26

    Where did you find the gorgeous candle holders? Everything is beautiful!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      December 13, 2022 at 13:29

      Those are from Aidan Gray.

      Reply

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