2023 Christmas Tree | 12 Days of Christmas - Day 1

2023 Christmas Tree | 12 Days of Christmas - Day 1 | Lifestyle with Melonie Graves

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2023 Christmas Tree | 12 Days of Christmas - Day 1 | Lifestyle with Melonie Graves
Welcome to the grand kickoff of my '12 Days of Christmas' series, brought to you by our amazing sponsor, Balsam Hill! 🌟 In today's festive episode, join us as we dive into the art of decorating the stunning 12' Frosted Yukon Spruce. This unique beauty poses a decorating challenge, and we're here to share professional secrets on conquering its odd shape.
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Welcome to Lifestyle with Melonie Graves. My name is Melonie, and I’m a 3rd generation Tampa native! I love everything about living in the beautiful city of Tampa Bay, and I am so thankful to be able to raise my family here. I’ve been married for 20 years, and we have three amazing children, including our twins. This channel is dedicated to offering stylish and creative ideas to inspire you to do what makes you happy in your home, including lifestyle, decor and decorating, self-care, holidays, fashion and more.
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@Lifestylewithmg 5 ай бұрын

I said hidden “filters” for the last tip. I TOTALLY meant to say “fillers.” We have “year end burnout” to thank for that goof. Also, I need glasses.🤓♥️✌🏽

@spcost8745 4 ай бұрын

Where did you get the G fir the top of the tree

@msshak7630 7 ай бұрын

That tree looks like it was plucked right out of a snowy forest. It is gorgeous!!

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

I felt the SAME WAY when I first saw it…the shape is AMAZING!!🎄

@EminePalaSocials 7 ай бұрын

@@LifestylewithmgIt's a lady tree, curvy shaped ❤

@pollettecurry7761 7 ай бұрын

Lovely!

@clarecooklin5893 7 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful tree!! 1. Create balance, decorate from inside out. 2. Layered lighting. 3. Hidden filters using picks, extra greenery and florals.

@crtri5462 7 ай бұрын

I never thought about a slimmer tree, I love how you put everything together if you had a design class or school sign me up 😂😂❤❤

@garnetdudding936 7 ай бұрын

What a stunning and elegant tree 1:create balance,decorate from inside out 2:layered lighting 3: Hidden filters, using picks, extra greenery and floral with the correct placemat

@trudymcdonald2731 6 ай бұрын

Love your Tree! I am a Professional Floral Designer and I Love your touches of Lavender ( my favorite color!). So very pretty! Gorgeous !

@janicesledge874 7 ай бұрын

The only thing to make it better would be for it to be longer! So beautiful, unique, classy, sophisticated, and so much more👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

I’ve got some longer ones coming your way Sis!😋♥️

@Stephanie-kt9vh 7 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness, absolutely GORGEOUS!!! The Deer are breath taking.

@nbenefiel 7 ай бұрын

Years ago, when everything was country, I used to stuff my tree with dries baby’s breath after the ornaments went on. It was really lovely.

@beencouragedwithnitra 7 ай бұрын

You never disappoint! If I would've seen this tree on my own, I would've walked right past it. After seeing how you decorated it, it's stunning! Excited for Day 2! You shared 3 tips: 1. Create balance in the tree by decorating from inside out (bigger ornaments in the inside and then work out towards the tips). 2. Layered lighting for an ambiance or whimsical effect. 3. Hidden filters.

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!💜🙌🏽

@shakiaware5344 7 ай бұрын

I love your channel. You gave 4 tips "Remember Decorating a tree is an art, Trust your Instincts."

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Love that!!!!🎄🎄🎄🎄

@dreamchaser5758 7 ай бұрын

Just discovered your channel. Love that I found this series. Your Xmas decor is so elegant

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Happy to have you here💜✨

@GGFaison 7 ай бұрын

Hi Melonie, thanks for sharing your tips and tricks to obtain an Absolutely gorgeous treat. Its all in the details. Layering and Balance is definitely a great tip, as your trees are always stunning. Yes to those blue mercury glass ornaments❤

@agohl85 7 ай бұрын

So few people use blue in their Christmas decor, it's always so exciting to me when it gets used! It's been a challenge to find large blue ornaments! I have a 9 foot tree, so it's definitely taking time to find and build up my collection! Beautiful tree as always!

@wandaeverette7301 7 ай бұрын

Good morning Melonie. I love the 3tips. The balance, and hidden filter , I will be using. Your tree look outstanding. It truly stands out. I love that you can’t barely see the ornaments, and it still look amazing. Be blessed.

@awesomeskylineally 7 ай бұрын

Blue and metallic are what l have already begun decorating my tree with but when l saw your lavender ribbon oh wow l have my theme for 2024 Christmas. Great job as usual.

@jessp1535 7 ай бұрын

🎄 Melonie, once again, you nailed it 👏 👌 every year you deliver a lovely inspiring selection. Kind Regards from London 🇬🇧

@cindygullatt7543 7 ай бұрын

Hi Melanie, I love your idea on how to dress up the tree topper bow! This year's tree is absolutely stunning! I am looking forward to the next 11 days! Have a blessed day 🌲

@bonniehayes570 7 ай бұрын

Decorate from inside out to create balance in the tree. Layer the lighting. Use hidden filters such as greenery stems and picks…also florals.

@MsTeachMe1 7 ай бұрын

Hi there!! 👋🏾 Your tips were to: A) Create balance by decorating the tree from inside out B) Layer your tree lights C) Create hidden filters using natural pics in the tree PS: blue is my favorite color 💙

@laracroft1063 7 ай бұрын

Answer: 3 Oh, I can’t wait to decorate my tree now. I bought some beautiful big ornaments and haven’t gotten to show them off properly. Thanks!

@user-us7lu7zm8m 6 ай бұрын

1:58 a.m. our first year ever using an artificial tree, it is from Balsam Hill, 6.5 feet blue spruce, its beautiful! Loved seeing how you decorated your tree, gets us in the mood to do more decorating!

@Lifestylewithmg 6 ай бұрын

That is awesome!

@monacannon6644 7 ай бұрын

Omg I was so mezmerized by the beauty of it all I literally forgot to comment. Totally agree!! Everything looks beautiful, the tree is absolutely stunning love her beautiful neck sash lol she definitely fancy.😊Thanks for all the great tips. #Balance, Layering, hidden filters, picks and greenery & florals.

@karamelkafe2302 7 ай бұрын

Melonie the tree is beautiful your home is fire!🔥

@LABeautifulDesigns 7 ай бұрын

Love it. Thx for the three designer tips. Balance, layered lighting and hidden picks. I have a ton of pics I haven’t used in years but now, ima bring them back out. Thank you so much for your content

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@teresamaria5804 7 ай бұрын

Hello, decorate from within the tree outward to create balance, layer your lighting use differs types of lights to the tree, use greenery picks and florals to the tree adds hidden filters. Got it.

@donnastokes7740 7 ай бұрын

Balance,lighting and hidden filters are 3 great tips. What a beautiful tree. Love that you tree topper is back again😂😂

@EminePalaSocials 7 ай бұрын

That could be another tip. Create a timeless monogram topper that you can use in many styles over the years😊🎉

@janfleetwood8146 7 ай бұрын

3 tips , Balance, Layered lighting and hidden filters. I love the "G" topper with the "neck sash" !! See you in the morning

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Right on!🎄♥️🎄

@otleybethelilovetoinspire426 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely breathtaking, as soon as I woke up, I went straight to your twelve days of Christmas. Creating balance, layering lights and hidden filters really helps create a beautiful tree. Thank you so much for sharing. Lord willing, see you tomorrow. 💜✌🏽

@robinrobertskidcertoons3168 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful!!!! Thank you for the three tips!!! That tree is GLISTENING!!

@DeliciaatHome 7 ай бұрын

Your tree looks so realistic Mel! It looks like you literally cut it down from a Christmas tree farm. 😍 I love this year’s color combo also. Thank you so much for sharing these awesome pro tips with us 🤫😊

@valeriej291 7 ай бұрын

I love decorating trees and use these same techniques. I’m just still really terrible at making bows. 😂

@feleciaabram4712 7 ай бұрын

You shared 3 great tips!!! Your tree & decor is absolutely beautiful.

@marcyvega5086 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for those 3 pro tips you gave us today. My favorite is the hidden filters!

@user-ur2ps6tg1w 7 ай бұрын

You never disappoint Melonie. Every year I know the season is here when your series starts. I really enjoyed watching 😊

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!💜🎄

@morrellirocks 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful tree and decor all around! Thank you for the pro tips. *. Create balance by layering ornaments on the inside and outside *. Use filters like pics *. Layering your lights using led and warm lighting in addition to the lights the tree might come with. Thanks for offering a giveaway!

@islandangel 7 ай бұрын

The 3 secret tips are 1. Creating balance - ornament placement 2. Layered lighting 3. Hidden filters. Beautiful as always! Looking forward to the rest of the 12 days of Christmas 🎄 😊.

@lorrainevanvelsor3655 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful tree! Beautiful home! Your tips: *Create balance by decorating the tree from the inside out. *Layer your tree lights. *Create hidden filters using natural pics in the tree.

@valeriepayne7254 7 ай бұрын

Melanie, you done it again. I love the lighting, color, depth and attention to details you give all your decor moments. You never fail to enlighten me with something new. Thank you

@MsLindaJayne 7 ай бұрын

Love the start of your 12 Days of Christmas. I look forward to the series every year. The tips in the video: 1) start from inside the tree and work your way out - balance and harmony. 2) Layer lighting and 3) hidden filter for a fuller-looking tree.

@joannh930 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning. This is my favorite tree of all time.

@Lifestylewithmg 6 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank you!!🎄♥️💜

@germainelytle9272 Ай бұрын

I love the color scheme! Your videos are always such an inspiration! Love your designs!

@janicewebber5584 6 ай бұрын

OMG! What a beautiful tree/room! I'm of way lesser means, but I love how you hung big planer ornaments in the backs of the branches! Never even occurred to me & I'm such a perfectionist. I'm still pondering whether the garlands or lights go on first! I use understated fairy lights to give the illusion of lightning bugs & a simple garland of small wooden cranberries. My tree isn't sophisticated, but I get so many compliments. I just have to let go & just do it!❤

@charisejohnson4843 7 ай бұрын

The tree is stunning it has just enough frost on it. Happy 12 days of Christmas!!

@EminePalaSocials 7 ай бұрын

❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@Sjalexa 7 ай бұрын

love Love LOVE this series!!!❤❤❤

@janisferrante3739 7 ай бұрын

Three top secrets that the Pros don't like to share: 1) Create Balance; 2) Layered Lighting and 3) Hidden Filters. Absolutely love the color theme of your tree. Truly a "winter frost" Beautifyul!!! (as always)

@brendamcqueen2423 7 ай бұрын

3 tips. Balance, layer lighting, hidden filters. Everything is so beautiful, I love the color scheme you choose its different and very pleasing to the eye, very creative

@soffyabad 7 ай бұрын

All right, create balance, go from inside out, light up with layers all you can, decorate with sense of make us happy😊 Girl is all lovely, and blue oh my is blue, isn't blue magnific? Ohhh is so elegant. Great pallet of colors, I will usted it with a cartoon box I made. Thank you Mel for such a great start of the 12 days of Christmas 😊❤🎉

@yvetteplaisance1387 7 ай бұрын

This year's tree is absolutely gorgeous! I love the snowy winter feel. 3 tips were shared today.

@noreply65 7 ай бұрын

Transmit so much peace, what I need. Thank you for sharing. Just gorgeous.

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

🫶🏽✌🏽♥️

@anngregory7508 7 ай бұрын

Just perfect!!!

@user-ci8yg5cn5m 7 ай бұрын

Such a georgeous tree! Create balance, decorate inside out, layered lighting in the tree, hidden filters using extra pics, greenery, florals. Looking forward to more of your videos.

@pamdleve 7 ай бұрын

What beautiful colors you chose for this year. Thank you for the tips 1. Decorate from inside out 2. Layer lights 3. Add picks as fillers

@eileentrahan5587 7 ай бұрын

Just lovely!!!

@ericagassaway594 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely breathtaking and magical!

@maryellenbrenton9804 7 ай бұрын

Hi Melonie! Absolute gorgeous tree!! I'm laying on the sofa right now sick with bronchitis watching your video trying to syc myself up for next week to get my Christmas tree and decor out. Thank you for sharing your 3 pro tips of creating balance with your ornaments, layered lighting, and hidden filters.

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Praying that you’ll have a speedy recovery. Rest up♥️

@maryellenbrenton9804 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤

@jacquelinecreativelifestyl3393 7 ай бұрын

Love the soft purple. Seems calming.

@Ebonylocks-ex9nc 7 ай бұрын

Even if I don't win anything I'm excited to watch. I'm already inspired. Beautiful christmas I'm sending this to my sister.

@DS-hi8vf 7 ай бұрын

BEAUTIFUL!!!!

@myriambarthelemy 7 ай бұрын

Wowwww Stunning!

@migdaliaserrano1826 7 ай бұрын

What a beautiful tree! In order for a tree to stand out it has to be balance. Place larger ornaments deep into the tree. Layered lighting, adding other lighting sources. Use hidden filters by using picks, florals, extra greenery. Can’t wait for the next videos.

@Slivings911 7 ай бұрын

Wow! It’s all so beautiful! I love the silvery lavender. 😍

@lyonhawaii 7 ай бұрын

So lovely!

@angieb811 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the 3 pro tips for your beautiful tree. Thanks for bringing back the series.

@ratedr9672 7 ай бұрын

So magical! 😍

@debbiebamrick4020 7 ай бұрын

Wow- beautiful tree and the ring in the middle of the bow- we fancy- lol. You need to create balance by decorating from the inside out. Layer your lighting . And have hidden filters using picks florals and extremely greenery. TYFS and have a great day!

@sandragibbs2825 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful tree Melonie! 3 tips you shared with us 1-the layered lights look 2- Inside out creating balance 3- Hidden filters

@djgarrett8096 7 ай бұрын

The 3 pro tips are invaluable- as a coastal person, the blue and silver is beautiful…love ❤ your channel

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I was thinking of coastal around the pool area, but not sure I can pull it off this first year.

@sherenevalentin7337 7 ай бұрын

Wow! So beautiful! Thanks for sharing those tips.

@teebryan909 7 ай бұрын

Simply gorgeous as usual🤩 I say keep the silver. Everyone does gold. You have three tips 1. Layer the lighting 2. Build from the inside out with the ornaments to create balance 3. Use filters for depth. Can't wait for day 2 Mel. It's the most wonderful time of the year!!

@DeezNuts-by1ce 7 ай бұрын

Gorgeous!!

@cheri5280 6 ай бұрын

Just beautiful. Thank you❤

@carolkelly638 6 ай бұрын

Your Christmas Decor is always beautiful….thanks for sharing the tips!

@bbfreetube 6 ай бұрын

Stunning.

@eleanormarcellus8676 7 ай бұрын

beyond beautiful!

@kimgurley472 7 ай бұрын

I'm absolutely in love with the colors!! The gorgeous lavender, mixed with blue is so soft, but the pops of red (!), just stunning!! All of your tips for balance, placement, lighting, and fillers make this tree a stunning example to follow! 💙

@laurandaiglemancuso9086 6 ай бұрын

Breathtaking

@lisabrooks844 7 ай бұрын

BEAUTIFUL! I enjoyed this video so much! THank you!

@marvadollison1169 7 ай бұрын

Gorgeous tree, looking forward to seeing it decorated. Blessings , Tfs, Mel❤🙏🏽

@yolandamurray9372 7 ай бұрын

So happy to have found your channel! Your home is gorgeous. 3 secret tips are: 1) creating balance when placing ornaments, 2) layer your lighting elements, and 3) using fillers (add first) to the inside of the tree! Can you share where you purchased the trees on the right side of your mantle? TIA

@Lifestylewithmg 7 ай бұрын

I should have linked those in the description box. I’ll update it for you know. They are from Balsam Hill though🎄

@utubejlk01 7 ай бұрын

6:09 am (HST) Thank you for sharing your wonderful tips to have a balanced tree with filters and layered lighting. Love, love, love it. My favorite color is blue so I love the ornaments you are using and then some. It’s beginning to look and feel like Christmas as I follow your 12 days of Christmas. So exciting!!!!!

@katinakelley6492 7 ай бұрын

I really like the lavender/gray ribbon. When you mentioned the placement of the ornaments it brought to my mind how I would assist my mom and a friend of hers decorate two 14 foot Christmas trees at my former church. From 2001-2008 ( my mom’s illness prevented her from continuing to do it) they would decorate both trees the Friday before Thanksgiving. Later they added two smaller tress at the side exits but in my opinion the two original ones, which were in the church colors of purple and gold, were much more elegant but I’m probably biased… this is the first year since my mom’s passing 6 years ago that I have considered getting myself a tree again, even if it’s just a 3 or 5 foot tree 🌲 😊

@beckybox2596 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely a stunning tree! Can’t wait to see the other days!

@beejackson6193 7 ай бұрын

BEAUTIFUL!!!😍😍

@lourdesferreira5984 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful ,beautiful !! I love It .

@sandraann5043 7 ай бұрын

Fabulous job as always. 1.Decorate from inside out, to create balance 2. Layer lights 3. Use hidden filters such as picks

@marshahaas1422 7 ай бұрын

I love the lavender grey bows this year so beautiful. Such a beautiful tree.

@dragonflydreamzzzz 7 ай бұрын

Love your style! Sheer perfection!

@ttazz909 7 ай бұрын

Can’t wait

@danadowdell6461 7 ай бұрын

Stunning tree, Melanie. Looking forward to this series. Thanks for the tips.

@Yo-yoRo 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful colors and lighting. Love your ideas.

@L37M37 7 ай бұрын

That tree!!! 🎄

@elpisscarvelis665 7 ай бұрын

I would never expected that the lavender and grey and blue color ribbons,baubles and ornaments, would create such a fantastic and dreamy Xmas tree . Once again congratulations! In your first video you shared 3 pro tips with us, which they are very useful. Thank you my dear for the video and the fun of participating in the 12 days of Xmas!

@kareantroy8186 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely Beautiful. Great tips: 1. Create balance 2. Layered lighting. 3. Hidden filters

@jerrykoerdt3175 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful tree and I love your calm, pleasant demeanor!

@lisalenkaitis5121 7 ай бұрын

Three! So beautiful!

@livingawordfilledlife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for your 3 tips! Creating balance (decorating from the inside); Layering the lighting and using hidden filters. The ring on the bow was genius! Yes, I am following along for the 12 days of Christmas with you! You are so generous to have daily giveaways! Thank you!

@ms.jean-paul9159 7 ай бұрын

Love, love, everything about this video. The tree tips are awesome, thank you for sharing.

@karenreid4822 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing the art of decorating a tree that is just not in the room it is art. Create balance in the tree,layered the lighting and add hidden fixtures that last tip is going to be fun to do and will create surprise peeks in my tree.