A Christmas tree skirt is a rounded skirt with an open side that is used to cover the Christmas tree stand. Since fresh Christmas tree stands have gotten larger to accommodate watering the tree, many find that the skirt covers up the unsightly look of the stand.
Additionally, many like to use a Christmas tree skirt in order fashionably dress the bottom of the tree, and to catch needles from the tree as they fall. So it can be said that the skirt is both functional and fashionable.
There are many options available when choosing a Christmas tree skirt. Some are made of flashy metallics, while others are quite simple and are constructed for the purpose of not detracting from the trimmed tree. Many attach the skirt to itself with Velcro, but some prefer to have the skirt open.
In fact, most advise that the opening part of the skirt be accessible so one can regularly water the tree. Further, for safety purposes, the circumference of the skirt should not exceed the widest circumference portions of the tree. This can help keep the skirt from tripping people up who regularly walk past the tree, and may be unaccustomed to the extra cloth on the floor.
It’s also advisable to keep the Christmas tree skirt well out of the reach of young children. Alternately one can make sure the tree is wired to the ceiling or the wall. A vigorous pull of the tree skirt could bring the tree down and cause injury or destruction of ornaments and lighting.
If one doesn’t wish to go to the trouble of purchasing a Christmas tree skirt, one can use several options for getting the same results. One can purchase a piece of fabric in whatever pleasing colors one finds and use this as a tree skirt. As well, many use the time-honored tradition of wrapping a small sheet or blanket around the tree. A decorative shawl or throw can also make for a nice tree skirt.