Once upon a time, no Christmas tree was complete without a healthy coating of tinsel hanging from the boughs. Those shimmering threads are less common now, though far from gone — especially in households that like an extra touch of sparkly holiday magic. But today’s tinsel, which is usually made of PVC plastic, has a different look and feel than vintage varieties, which were made of real ...
Shimmering Vintage-Style Tinsel Trees light up a seldom-used area, such as an alcove beneath the stairs, creating an ideal spot to stow gifts for guests. When placed together, different-sized trees -- ...
At Fort Worth-based vintage enthusiast Leben Riebe's home, holiday decor abounds. In the living room, a tinsel-covered tree, vintage toy soldier blow molds, an antique Putz house Christmas village and ...
Tinsel garland on a Christmas tree Tinsel is a type of decorative material that mimics the effect of ice. It consists of thin strips of sparkling material attached to a thread. When in long narrow strips not attached to thread, it is called " lametta ", and emulates icicles. It was originally a metallic garland for Christmas decoration. The modern production of tinsel typically involves ...
Even if there’s no tinsel bedecking the trees on our annual Christmas party circuit, there’s more to the tinsel tradition than meets the eye. Dig into some tinsel history with us and celebrate everyone's favorite tree trimming option.
What Is a Tinsel Tree? The twinkling lights, the shiny ornaments, the festive feeling of the seasonwhat could be more quintessentially Christmas than a tinsel tree? But what exactly is a tinsel tree, and how did it become such a popular holiday tradition? In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the history of tinsel trees, explore the different types of tinsel available, and learn how ...