Christmas tree alternatives

New takes on the traditional tree.

By Karen Kirk

Balloon tree

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Balloon tree
Pure fun is the only way to describe this Christmas tree by Jacqueline Scott of Edmonton. Can't you just imagine the children's surprise on Christmas morning? Large green balloons form the tree, which is decorated with party hats, noisemakers and small coloured balloons for the balls. Party streamers and crepe paper become garlands, and a treetop star was made by Scott's son who is in kindergarten. We think this is a fabulous idea for an evergreen-free Christmas, for a children's holiday party or for those who spend their Christmases in places where trees are hard to come by.

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