There are many types of Christmas tree toppers, however, the most commonly used are Christmas stars and Christmas angels. Christmas tree toppers with a cartoon theme are another popular type. Victorian-style tree toppers may resemble decorations from years gone by. Heirloom Christmas tree toppers are decorations passed down through family generations.
Some Christmas tree toppers are basic, and others have lights. Lighted toppers may be flashing or remain steadily lit. Some of the decorations for the top of a Christmas tree may feature multi-colored lights. Another variation is toppers with clear lights. Light-emitting diode (LED) tree toppers are another style. Some of these are battery powered while others require electric current.
Christmas tree toppers are also made from various materials. They may be constructed of plastic, metal, or fabric. Popular colors for holiday decor tree toppers can be silver or gold. Red is another widely used color for Christmas tree toppers. Some of the fabric toppers incorporate wire for flexibility and positioning.
Interfaith families who celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah may decorate with a star of David Christmas tree topper. This may also be used to decorate a Hanukkah tree. Typically designed in silver or gold, these decorations may be found in specialty stores or purchased through the Internet.
Santa Claus or Father Christmas Christmas tree toppers are also popular for trimming the top of a Christmas tree. These may be traditional style or Old World style. The Santa character is typically wearing his famous red suit, and this may or may not be lighted.
Families with young children may prefer to decorate with Disney®-themed Christmas tree toppers. These toppers may include Disney® characters such as Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse or Tinkerbell, to name a few. The cartoon characters may be adorned in typical holiday attire and these styles may be lighted as well.
Snowmen Christmas tree toppers are another style. Most of these use miniature lights. Other miscellaneous designs for Christmas tree toppers include multi-lighted snowflake styles, a large cross design, or mistletoe toppers. A large red, silver, or gold red bow is another style that may be used as a topper.
Some Christmas tree toppers feature celebrity themes. For example, rock stars such as Elvis Presley may be framed around a star and used as a Christmas tree topper. These are typically lighted as well.
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calabama71
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@waterhopper- There are several different ways to whiten your yellowing crocheted items. You definitely do not want to put your angel in the washing machine. Since your grandmother gave it to you, it could be an old item and it could come apart in the washing machine.
One of the methods that I have used is to mix up a solution of lemon juice and water and put it in a spray bottle. Spray some on the angel and sit it outside for a couple of hours. If that doesn’t work, you could use a very mild detergent such as Woolite and hand wash it in the sink. Use cold water if you do it that way. If that gets it clean, you can shape it back and then starch it. Whatever you do, I would not bleach it.
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WaterHopper
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@cmsmith10- I am glad to hear that I'm not the only to stick to traditions! When my husband and I got married, he wanted our first Christmas tree to be special. He wanted to go shopping for unique Christmas tree toppers and that's when I used the puppy eyes!
My grandmother crocheted me and my sisters angels to use as tree toppers. She somehow stiffened them and I have used mine for over 20 years. She's not quite as white as she used to be but my husband agreed to keep our family tradition going.
Does anyone know how to clean a crocheted angel? I don't know if I can stick her in the washer or not. It seems like if I washed her, she wouldn't be stiff anymore. Any ideas? |
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cmsmith10
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When I was very young, around ten years old, my mother bought a tree topper for our Christmas tree. It was a little girl with brown hair that had angel wings. She had a gold halo around her head and she wore a yellow dress.
That tree topper was put on the tree for as long as I can remember. After my mom passed away a few years ago, I got the tree topper. She was a little rusty around the edges and I had to take her and have her dress re-stitched but she sits on top of my tree every year. I love to keep the tradition going and I hope that my kids will do the same. |
