Guest Picks: Cool Alternatives to Christmas Tree Skirts
Give your tree a fashionable new outfit for Christmas this year with one of these collars, cuffs, baskets or buckets
Galvanized tubs, wicker baskets and tree collars and cuffs are taking the place of the traditional tree skirt in many homes this year. My kids got a little upset when I mentioned ditching our fabric tree skirt and trying out this trend, but if you’re open to starting a new tradition, here are 20 products to help give your Christmas tree an updated look. — Elaina from Fun Finds for Mom
Galvanized Tree Collar
Go rustic with this galvanized tree skirt from Crate & Barrel, the company that seems to have invented the whole tree-collar category.
Basket Tree Skirt
Wrap your trunk with a basket tree skirt like this one. Or snip off the bottom of a large basket and turn it upside down to make your own.
Large Burlap-Wrapped Galvanized Metal Bucket
This little pot, made from burlap-wrapped metal, measures just 6 inches tall — perfect for a tiny sapling like the rosemary “trees” at Trader Joe’s.
Navidad Tree Collar
Go natural with this two-toned palm fiber tree cuff. You can feel good about supporting the craftspeople of southern Mexico who make these beauties.
Quatrefoil Tree Skirt
Terrain’s hand-printed burlap tree wrap comes in a holiday-themed canvas storage tote.
Paper Bag, Grande, Gray
Apparently the paper bag look is becoming popular for planters. I think these washable paper bags would give a simple, chic look to a Christmas tree too.
Esschert Design USA White Metal Bucket With Wood Handle
I’m planning to add a mini Christmas tree to my tabletop this year, and I just might nest it in a metal pail like this one.
Antique Revival Vintage Wooden Wash Bucket, Natural
I love the look of a tree in a wooden container, like this antique-style washtub.
Cylinder Basket, White
Want a crisp, clean look? Plunk your tree base in this white sack made of recycled cellulose fibers.
Beachcomber Seagrass Basket, Round, Extra-Large
Big and chunky, this Pottery Barn basket would make a real statement at the bottom of the tree. I’d want to line it with something to protect it from water damage, though.
Lefko Laundry and Wastepaper Baskets, Set of 2
These are very similar to the Pottery Barn basket but with the paint-dipped look. They come in a set of two.
Woodland Imports Wood Crate Basket, Gray
I’ve seen some pretty cute stamped wooden crates used as Christmas tree skirt alternatives.
Oval Beverage Bin, Oil Rubbed Bronze
If you’re not planning to host any big parties, go ahead and repurpose your beverage bin.
Construction Metals Inc. Aluminum Valley Flashing
Make your own tree cuff with metal flashing from the home improvement store. (Find instructions here.)
Vintage Tree Trunk Bucket
I saw a blog post on how to hollow out a tree trunk to use it as a base for your artificial tree. Clever, no? This vintage tree trunk bucket offers the same look with much less effort.
Kaleidoscope Wastebasket
Not everyone wants a traditional look for their Christmas tree, as this Houzz article shows. Why not make a bold statement?
Galvanized Buckets
Yes, these are made for holding toys, but if you’re looking for a handled pail, Pottery Barn Kids has them in just about every color.
Tubtrugs
I know traditionalists will cringe at the idea of putting a Christmas tree in a Tubtrug, but the selection of shapes, sizes and colors can’t be beat!
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