Saturday, September 28, 2013

An Introduction To Tree Skirts

By Paulette Short


Tree skirts are mats that have been made to cover the stand of a Christmas tree. It has a slit in the side and a hole in the middle to allow you to fit it over the planter. If you have been trying to find a solution that will help your display be more attractive, then consider getting this product. It is already being sold in many stores.

If you take the time to view different selections, you will see numerous designs. It usually has a circular shape to accommodate the area under the plant but it can also come in other shapes. The fabrics used can be of a single color or more. With the many versions available, you could find something that matches your house decorations.

The practice of putting clothes over the stand began many years before when candles were still used for lighting the display. Since the wax can drip all over the floor, cloth was placed. Another benefit to putting the mat was that it also caught the needles from the plant since these will be shed all over time.

These days these items have become more of a decoration. The designs have become more intricate. Unique fabric, beads, prints, and even embroidery are just some of the decorative features being used for this product. These not only make them good cover, these also make them a good backdrop for the gifts you have.

When you want to buy or make your own mat, you should determine how large an area has to be covered. Check how long the feet of the base are so it will not poke out through the cloth. There should be no guesswork in this purchase. To be safe, you can take some measurements so you know how long and wide the cloth should be.

There are also risks to getting a mat that is too large. When people pass by your display, they could run the risk of tripping over the fabric. If this happens and the display is not that secure to begin with, then all the ornaments and the tree itself could fall over. Be extra careful when there are children and pets.

One should also check what kind of slit or opening the mat has. You will have to water the plant if it is too survive and flourish. Some items have fasteners like velcro while others will have none. Make sure to note where this opening is placed so you can keep it free of obstructions.

It would be less expensive if you just find leftover fabric in your house and then sew the whole design on your own. By doing so, you can personalize the design and ensure that it covers the base of the plant adequately. If you do not want to sew this, then you could check what the stores have to offer. With so many designs, some will be affordable while others could be costly.

If you do not want the base of the plant to show, then use tree skirts. These are fabrics that have been sewn in such a way that you can fit in the trunk with ease. Having such a cover will still allow you to water the plant when needed since there is an opening. It also makes a good place for displaying presents.




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