Five Cheap Eco-Friendly Christmas Decorations

Eco-friendly Christmas decorations are not only better for the environment, they include some of the best cheap decorating ideas. Cheap, eco-friendly, easy and beautiful - what could be better? Here are five ideas for eco-friendly Christmas decorations which also happen to be cheap Christmas decorating ideas.

Here is an alternative to an artificial or a cut Christmas tree. Decorate with a potted tree which you can plant in your own yard in the Spring. Alternatively, if the tree is not too big, you can keep it in a pot for a couple of years to decorate at Christmas. A living tree stays vibrant and lush for longer than a cut tree. Plus, you can plant it in your garden for long term benefits.

Planting a tree is a lovely way to remember each Christmas. After all, planting a tree each year means that soon you will have a 'memory garden' of Christmases past. Another idea is to grow your own tree in a pot. Take care of it throughout the year so that you can use it for Christmas. This is a fun idea for kids who will eagerly anticipate dressing up their 'pet' tree for the Christmas holidays. Keep in mind that many evergreens are poisonous so make sure that it is kept out of the reach of pets and small children.

Popcorn garlands are a classic among cheap Christmas decorating ideas. Use a needle, thread and plain popcorn to create long garlands. Eco-friendly Christmas decorations do not get more simple and fun to make than this one.

A third idea for eco-friendly Christmas decorations is fragrant and pretty. Stick cloves into an orange to cover the surface. Then tie a ribbon around it and hang it from the wall or mantle. In time, the orange will dry out to create a lovely smelling Christmas ornament.

Ever feel that Christmas cards are too nice to throw away? Recycle them to make eco-friendly Christmas decorations. Cut the pictures from Christmas cards to create handmade Christmas ornaments.

Natural objects from your own yard or garden also make eco-friendly Christmas decorations. Collect pine cones, acorns and greenery to make wreaths, ornaments, etc.

As you can see, cheap Christmas decorating ideas can produce some of the most eco-friendly Christmas decorations. Less money spent on decorating means more in the bank - something that we can all appreciate at Christmas!