Discovering the Design Trick: Utilizing Christmas Tree Picks and Sprays

Nov 29th 2023

Expert designers have a unique tool for decking out trees. Their arsenal includes items that add depth, intrigue, and bring the tree to life.

The secret? Christmas tree picks and sprays. If you’re new to these varied decorations or have admired them without knowing how to use them, Christmas Central’s decorators share their insights.

What are Christmas Tree Picks?

The term Christmas pick or Christmas spray refers to tree decorations that have stems rather than hooks or strings for hanging.

Christmas picks and sprays come in diverse styles, colors, and designs that add glamour, shimmer, hues, and texture to your tree decorations.

Utilizing Picks in a Christmas Tree

Tree sprays and picks can be placed anywhere from top to bottom. Just insert the long stem of your pick into the tree branches. Secure it by twisting a small branch around the pick.

Use your picks or sprays to:

  • Highlight a unique ornament
  • Add a new shade to your tree décor
  • Amp up your tree theme
  • Introduce sparkle and texture
  • Fill in gaps
  • Add height to your tree
  • Enhance a bow

Coordinating Christmas Picks

Christmas picks and sprays come in various styles, colors, and designs bringing glamour, shine, color, and texture to your tree décor. How can you find the right one for your tree?

Choose styles that match your tree’s look or your personal aesthetic. For example, twig and berry picks, pinecone picks, and decorations featuring birds and woodland creatures may suit a rustic or forest-themed tree. For an opulent tree, opt for glittering picks in silver and gold.

Feel free to mix different picks within your style. For example, combine twig and berry sprays on a woodland tree or amplify the bling with crystal branches and glittery gold or silver leaves and flowers.

Tips for Using Christmas Picks

Here are some pointers from Christmas Central designers for those looking to use Christmas picks and sprays.

  • Items compacted during shipping may need some attention before use. Most picks and sprays have internal wires making them easy to shape.
  • Some picks and sprays are fragile. Store them gently to use again next year.
  • Stems can be over two feet in length. Avoid paying for unnecessary length. For instance, if using the decoration in a garland instead of a tree, opt for shorter picks to save on time, effort, and cost.

Popular Christmas Tree Pick Styles

Berries

Berry sprays and picks introduce delightful color and texture to a tree, greatly enhancing a woodland or natural décor. Arrange berry sprays in clusters throughout the tree or at a few key points. Frosted berry branches add a rustic charm blended with a hint of sparkle, while glittery berry branches provide a touch of glamour.

40 inch red berries artificial Christmas twig spray
24 inch white mistletoe berries and leaves Christmas spray
32 inch eucalyptus, pinecones and blueberries artificial pine Christmas spray
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37 inch rose gold glittered berries Christmas spray

Twigs

Christmas sprays resembling twigs or sticks can introduce surprising texture and motion to your tree. Designers frequently let twig sprays reach out past the branches of the tree for a dynamic effect. To create a dramatic display, arrange several twig sprays vertically near the tree’s crown to boost height, or use them to frame or completely replace your star topper.

36 inch silver and gold glitter drenched twig Christmas spray
30 inch silver and glittering crystals twig Christmas spray

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36 inch champagne gold glittered twig Christmas spray
25 inch green glittered twig Christmas spray

Flowers & Leaves

Christmas sprays showcasing blossoms and foliage are among the most opulent holiday pick creations. These florals come in velvets, sheers, burlap, and various other textiles. Flowers and leaves can fill empty spaces, highlight a ribbon, and add grace and sophistication to your holiday tree.

24 inch green velveteen glittered poinsettia stem Christmas spray
39 inch pink velvet artificial dogwood floral spray
19 inch gold glittered artificial grass Christmas pick
25.5 inch glittered champagne gold leaves Christmas spray

Playful & Whimsical

Have fun with your Christmas decor! If whimsical decorations appeal to you, discover an array of Christmas picks that add charm. From fanciful swirls and delightful Santa gnomes to dazzling iridescent snowballs, these picks can tie your theme together and enhance your ornaments.

17 inch red and white candy cane lollipops decorative Christmas spray

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29 inch pink and white candy cane swirls Christmas spray
30 inch green and red ball ornament Christmas spray
27 inch white iridescent snowball Christmas spray

Sparkle & Swing

Given that lights play a crucial role in a Christmas tree, it's beneficial to incorporate ornaments that sparkle and twinkle. There are plenty of Christmas picks adorned with glitter, crystals, and other decorations that enhance your Christmas tree lights. Add extra depth to your tree with glittering Christmas picks that hang and sway.

46 inch crimson red glittered ribbon Christmas spray
24 inch gold glittered pine cascading Christmas spray

Consider adding Christmas picks, the “designers' trick” that can elevate your tree's elegance. Interested in upgrading your holiday decoration? Discover the magic of Christmas picks and sprays!