How to Embellish a Mardi Gras Tree

Jan 23rd 2024

combine green, gold and purple ribbons, beads, ornaments and tinsel trees for a vibrant Mardi Gras tree

There are some people who still have their Christmas tree up. Maybe it’s now a Valentine’s Day tree, but either way, it continues to spread festive joy (just for a different occasion) a bit longer.

If you are part of the “tree enthusiasts” crowd, we suggest extending the decorative life of your artificial Christmas tree even further with a Mardi Gras tree!

Why Decorate a Mardi Gras Tree?

Mardi Gras represents the grand finale of the Carnival season, beginning on the Feast of the Epiphany, January 6, and culminating on Fat Tuesday, the day before Lent begins. Ash Wednesday starts Lent, initiating a time of penance and sacrifice for many. Therefore, Mardi Gras is a jubilant occasion to “celebrate” before the upcoming challenges.

Adorning

Celebrating the Mardi Gras season becomes truly special with a festive tree. Illuminate your Mardi Gras tree with vivid lights and sparkling decorations to capture the essence of this joyous time.

Let’s delve into the decorations for a Mardi Gras Christmas tree piece by piece.

How to Enhance a Mardi Gras Tree

The Pine Tree

Commence with your timeless green Christmas tree, or select a more opulent option with a purple tinsel tree or a golden Christmas tree. Adornments and festoons in the traditional colors of Mardi Gras—purple, gold, and green—would also be exquisite on a black Christmas tree (which can be repurposed when Halloween arrives!)

Beaded Garland

Recreate the lively look of Mardi Gras bead strands with garlands available in various shades like purple, green, and gold beads. Consider bead styles that combine multifaceted and round beads or blend shiny and muted finishes.

Lighting

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shatterproof green sequin 3 inch ball ornament

Festive decorations can be found in every hue, and shatterproof Christmas tree ornaments ensure greater durability. Adorn your tree with Mardi Gras-themed ornaments in green, gold, and purple, available in various sizes and finishes. Blend baubles with finials and tear drops to enhance the tree's aesthetic appeal.

Tree Skirt

Enhance your festive Mardi Gras tree's look with a skirt in signature Mardi Gras colors. Our assortment features Christmas tree skirts in various shades of purple, green, and gold. Select a skirt crafted from a plush fabric and elevate the festive mood by embellishing your Mardi Gras tree skirt with accessories like beads and baubles.

Tree Topper

Aligning with the gold motif, a star tree topper for Mardi Gras acts as a chic finale. For those looking for added inventiveness, using an extravagant mask, tiara, jester's cap, or crown can be an exciting choice. Moreover, affixing a shimmering gold table centerpiece to the top of the tree is an excellent suggestion to try.

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Extra Embellishments

Set of 12 yellow, purple and green feathered Mardi Gras masks in four designs

Look for embellishments showcasing Mardi Gras hues, fleur de lis, masks, coins, and outdoor banners. You can purchase Mardi Gras masks in dozens at neighborhood party stores or attempt crafting your own miniature or full-sized versions for your tree. Carve out mask shapes from paper plates, and then adorn them with paint, feathers, shimmer, and gemstones.

A Mardi Gras tree is a colorful way to partake in a delightful celebration and a superb reason to postpone putting away your Christmas decorations for a little while longer. Who knows how long you might procrastinate that task? Especially since St. Patrick's Day is coming up soon... and you've got a stash of green and gold decor ready to get started!

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