18 Christmas tree alternatives that are (almost) as festive as the real thing

You don't have to stick to a traditional Christmas tree if you don't want to. (iStock)

'Tis the season to decorate for the holidays, and for many Americans, that means plopping a Christmas tree at the center of a festive scheme. But while a classic fir or pine might be most traditional, others are trying out something a bit different.

Whether you're sick of the same old Norway spruce or you're simply looking to "spruce" up your holiday decor, take a look at these 18 ideas for alternatives to Christmas trees on Instagram. You might just be inspired to make a few changes this year.

Christmas village on a ladder

A colorful 'ladder tree'

Or a more minimal version

A snow-white tree

The space-saver

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A beauty in blue

Or a 'pretty in pink' tree

The woodworker's tree

Hanging branches

Wooden cut-outs

A coat-rack Christmas tree

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Upside-down trees

A cardboard Christmas

The tree of memories

A floating Christmas wonder

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