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Shake or bounce it lightly to determine that it’s fresh (if it’s not, it will drop a lot of nee-. dies). Check limbs to make sure they will hold up under the weight of ornaments. Finally, have someone stand it up so you can scrutinize the shape and overall affect. If it’s just right, get help tying it on the car!
If you don’t buy a tree with a wood-andplastic stand already attached, you’ll need to set it up jn one. The butt of the tree should be cut about an inch above the ground to help it absorb water. It may take more than one person to place the tree in a conventional tree stand. However, keep an eye out for a new “One-Minute Christmas Tree Stand” called Swivel Straight (Country Line Limited). A swiveling base and a foot pedal allow one person to easily straighten a tree as large as 15 feet.
TRIMMING TALENTS
Anything goes when it comes to the decorating stage. You can choose a particular color scheme, match a room’s decor, go with a fun theme or just add a few new pieces to the collection of memories you
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