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There are officially fewer than 100 days until the most festive and colorful time of the year. Decorating for the end-of-year holidays is arguably one of life's greatest pleasures, no matter how early you put up your Christmas decor. There are so many things to love about this winter holiday, like the blinking string lights, holiday cookies, quality family time—the works! Our passion for the season aside, there are a few things we don't love about it. Namely, carrying the seemingly endless boxes filled with Christmas decorations up from the basement or down from the attic. Sure, that giant artificial tree was great in theory, but so is having a back that doesn't hurt! Even with a fresh tree, you still have to get it off the roof of your car and into your house. This year, save yourself some trouble and consider a nontraditional Christmas tree alternative.

Whether you're a DIY decoration master or a maximalist who loves a sea of holiday cheer, there's a Christmas tree alternative that's perfect for your space. You'll still capture the essence of the holiday, but rather than your same old tree with the same old ornaments, your decor will look and feel new again. And if you want more than one Christmas tree this year, add one of these instead of another full-on evergreen, real or fake. Trust us, they're much easier and just as rewarding.

As Christmas inches closer with each passing day, now's the time to start prepping your decorations. From options that take up loads of space to smaller choices for smaller areas, our well-curated list is full of Christmas tree alternatives you'll want to check out even if you're sticking with your OG Douglas fir.

Succulent Christmas Tree

If you're someone who started propagating your succulents and just couldn't seem to stop, this could be a good option for you. The size makes it the perfect decoration for a jolly office desk or sunny windowsill in your kitchen. We love the disco ball accents on this one—no need for lights!

DIY Flannel Christmas Trees

Spending the holidays bundled up in a snowy cabin? Bring along an old flannel shirt and a needle and thread for a little DIY craft that doesn't require you to cut down a tree yourself. Use that old wood pile out back to create the base, and stitch up a rustic forest with your family.

Frosted Bottlebrush Christmas Trees

We love a decorated mantel or console table, so if you're searching for a traditional tree replacement, consider placing your gifts under a long centerpiece of mini bottlebrush trees. This snowy white set pairs beautifully with any aesthetic.

Lego Christmas Tree Building Kit

Yes, we know Legos aren't just for kids, but you can't tell us putting this together wouldn't make little you shine! Start out with a small construction, then work your way up to a life-size one.

DIY Pine Cone Christmas Tree

Looking for something to do with all the pine cones that have started gathering in your yard? Take a day to DIY a Christmas tree made of the seed carriers, and bring the outside in.

DIY Cork Christmas Tree

This one's for all you wine lovers out there. After you've finished making that batch of mulled wine for the holidays, don't throw out the corks. Instead, use a bit of hot glue to DIY your own little tree.

Plush Christmas Tree

Now this is an artificial Christmas tree we wouldn't mind carrying up and down the stairs every year. If your child is begging you for their own tree to display in their room, consider a plush option as a compromise.

Edible Macaron Christmas Tree

This is for the host who loves having people over but hates preparing the house for it. Instead of spending days decking your halls, kill two birds with one stone and create a Christmas tree forest made of food your guests can snack on.

Pom-Pom Christmas Tree

Purchase a pom-pom tree like one of these or make one yourself to add a fun pop of color and whimsy to your home. It's like the ornaments are built-in!

String Light Christmas Tree

If you love string lights but loathe wrapping them around a tree, consider creating your own light show with some pins or Command hooks and your string lights of choice. Since it'll be stuck to a wall, you won't have to worry about making space—except for gifts, of course.

Book Christmas Tree

Put those books you haven't yet read (and let's be honest, probably won't read any time soon) to good use and stack them in the shape of a Christmas tree. Start with the larger books on the bottom and put the smaller ones on top to create the perfect reading nook decor. And don't worry: You can still adorn it with ornaments by placing the bent hooks in between the pages.

Minimalist Holly Christmas Tree

Whether you're a minimalist because you simply love the style or because your place is on the smaller side, use this tip to create a festive but small Christmas tree alternative. Find the branch of a holiday plant, like holly or mistletoe, and place it in a decorated jar to take place of a tree.

Charlie Brown Christmas Tree

Lacking in branches does not mean lacking in festivity! Just think about Charlie Brown's classic tree. The single ornament and tree skirt (aka Linus's blanket) come with it, so all you need to bring are the presents.

Little Mermaid Christmas Tree

If you long to be by the sea or are lucky enough to have a beach house, consider a tree made of sea glass. You can purchase this dreamy teal one from Etsy or make your own if you have a plethora of the stuff. It's exactly what we imagine Ariel would have at home.

Christmas Branch

For when a traditional Christmas tree simply doesn't match your luxe aesthetic. Grab your favorite vase, find a long, elegant branch (yes, branches can be elegant) from your yard or your favorite craft store, and hang ornaments that match your style from the stems.

Advent Calendar Christmas Tree

What better tree to stack your presents under than one that doubles as an advent calendar? Make the holiday even more fun by letting them open a present a day without having to put too much work into the decorating.

Houseplant Christmas Tree

Add ornaments and string lights to a potted plant you already have in your home. It makes for an easy statement piece that still helps put your home in a jolly spirit. Pro tip: Use lights that don't heat up, such as LED lights. Otherwise you might scorch the leaves.

Driftwood Christmas Tree

Forage for your own tree without having to cut down a gorgeous pine by using driftwood to DIY an alternative. The faded branches add a subtle frosty look to the structure, and they're much easier to wrap string lights around than prickly branches.

Tapestry Christmas Tree

Okay, maybe this is the true 2D tree alternative. Arguably the easiest one to put away after Christmas passes, a tapestry tree lets you put in as little effort as possible while still having a chic space.

Olive Branch Christmas Tree

It wouldn't be a time of peace without a few olive branches. This wall-mounted option is a beautiful way to give the illusion of a real tree that you can still decorate like one. Though this alternative uses olive branches, you can easily DIY this with other lush greenery and string lights.

Foraged Christmas Tree

Use gifts from Mother Nature herself without having to cut down a tree, and create something that doubles as an art piece. As long as you can find the right number of straight sticks, this DIY can easily be done with some twine, a strand of lights, and a few ornaments.

LED Light Christmas Tree

Bare it all with this nontraditional tree from Pottery Barn. If you want your beautifully wrapped gifts to be the focal point rather than the tree, this twiggy one is for you. We love that it's lightweight (only six pounds!) and has warm bulbs to give it a cozy feel even without the needles.

DIY Ladder Christmas Tree

This year, put the spotlight on the handy person in your household and use a wooden ladder as a Christmas tree. It's an easy alternative you can make with something you most likely already have in your home, so if you don't feel like going out and getting something new, use something that's at least tree-shaped!

Cactus Christmas Tree

You know and love the Christmas cactus, but it might be a bit difficult to wrap lights around those small, delicate stems. If you have a classic Southwestern style cactus, either in your home or in your yard, try using it as your Christmas tree this year. Just make sure you wear gardening gloves to avoid getting pricked!

Gift Box Christmas Tree

This magical Christmas tree is made of actual presents. If you have a big family (or just like to spoil those closest to you), make it a goal to form a perfectly shaped tree with the gifts you've gotten each other. Bonus: Unwrapping them and taking down the tree will be one and the same with this option.

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