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Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

GingerPeach — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:07:31 GMT

Has anyone found or purchased a small (perhaps 2 and not more than 3 ft) Christmas tree?

I've been in the market for one for a few years and find that the small ones have all sorts of faults. Faults such as the wire is visible, or the flocking is too heavy, or the branches are too thin (or too thick), or the tree seems expensive for what it is. I'm looking online as well as in my local stores.

I almost bought the recent ED on Air small tree, but it was extremely skimpy for the price. Some of the ones that seem OK on amazon have poor reviews. Some other I like in higher-priced catalogs are just that, higher-priced.

Oh, well, someday my prince/tree will come.

I can wait for just the right one since I do have a small "tinsel" tree that has served me well for a few years now.

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

lolakimono — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:16:46 GMT

@GingerPeach

Martha Stewart @HD-

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lolakimono — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:19:29 GMT

@GingerPeach

Treetime.com

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lolakimono — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:21:04 GMT

@GingerPeach

BBB-

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GingerPeach — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:28:41 GMT

@lolakimono

How is it that you know everything? I am very, very impressed. Thank you!

You ought to open some sort of "search finder" business (if you haven't already!).

The treetime prices are so good that now I can't decide between the green and the white versions. Decisions, decisions . . .

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

Reba055 — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:30:21 GMT

Believe it or not, I've found some pretty nice small trees at Walgreens. It was a few years back. I bought 2 prelit trees in urns for my front porch but when I took them out of the box and realized how nice they were, I used them inside. I've also bought regular small trees there.

My aunt downsized to a really nice small tree and I couldn't believe it was from Walgreens.

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pattypeep — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:35:50 GMT

I've not ever searched for one that size; however, last year I went on the hunt for a "slim" prelit tree. I saw lots of them at Lowes, WalMart, and Big Lots. I didn't want to spend a lot because we already have a tree and it seemed silly to purchase another, but......I did. LOL

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Annabellethecat66 — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 22:07:55 GMT

I bought the 5 ft pre-lit tree from QVC last year. It comes in parts. It says 5 ft but it measures smaller (I think it might work for you).

See if you can find out the real measurement of it. I'm 5'4" and it comes up to my ear (or less).

It's a little heavy but I manage it (I'm 69) and didn't want anything big. I liked it so much (it's just me and 2 cats here) I didn't put any balls or anything on it.

Just think and look into it. I hope it helps you. Annabelle

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

tkins — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 22:53:03 GMT

Hi Homegirl,

I got one 2.5 and one 3 foot prelit Christmas trees a few years ago, that I really liked, one was battery powered and the other one is a plug in. I was actually looking to get one or two more, but the place I originally ordered them from does not seem to carry them anymore. So I have been on the look out too and I just came across a place that has a really nice variety and their prices are less than what I paid a few years ago. I have never ordered from them, but probably will, they have all kinds of interesting items. They are called Christmas Central and if you look under Pre-Lit Artificial trees, they have 2 feet and under and also 3 - 3.5 feet trees to choose from. Maybe they will have that special tree for you too, good luck.

tkins

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

Lilysmom — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 23:32:04 GMT

@GingerPeach, we got rid of our big tree and have a four foot tree and lots of greenery of other types to celebrate Christmas. Costco has some cute ones this year. LM

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

Kachina624 — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 02:19:01 GMT

@lolakimono wrote:
@GingerPeach
@Martha Stewart @HD-

I got on that looks just like this from Home Depot a couple years ago.

Re: Small pre-lit Christmas tree?

homedecor1 — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 02:37:30 GMT

@lolakimono wrote:
@GingerPeach
Treetime.com

I purchased the 4' one(left side) at Michaels 4 yrs ago for $19.99. Still as nice and perfectly lit. Perfect size for my end table and large enough to decorate with my special ornaments.

I believe the reg price was $39.99 but used their coupon or it was on sale right after Tgiving and it comes multi lites also.

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ValuSkr — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 12:41:30 GMT

I've had a small tree (4' or so) for ten years or so and the problem is finding a good-looking small table for it. It wouldn't be a problem if I wanted to spend hundreds of dollars. But I'd rather not for something I use only one month a year. Now I wish I'd bought a taller tree.

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simpson1954 — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 15:07:19 GMT

Hi! I had the same problem. .. So I stacked a couple of crates and covered them with a piece of velvet fabric to go with my Victorian Christmas decor. Depending on if you have a slim or cubby tree..use a stable bottom ... Stools are good for slim trees...you can use a Christmas tablecloth...fabric .....or loose pillow stuffing to resemble snow.. Just an idea that worked out for me.

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SunValley — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 18:38:02 GMT

Use a full size tree skirt to hide the stand and small table?

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Hooty — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 22:19:12 GMT

I have been browsing small trees and found this one by BL H206438, sorry I could not copy a picture, that is a pre-lit tree 4' already in an urn and it is also flocked! Only left with white lights, which I love anyway! It is plug in, wish it was battery, but it's not really a problem!

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momtochloe — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 01:10:28 GMT

@homedecor1 wrote:
@lolakimono wrote:
@GingerPeach
Treetime.com
I purchased the 4' one(left side) at Michaels 4 yrs ago for $19.99. Still as nice and perfectly lit. Perfect size for my end table and large enough to decorate with my special ornaments.

I believe the reg price was $39.99 but used their coupon or it was on sale right after Tgiving and it comes multi lites also.

These are adorable and well priced . . . mine is so old every year when I go to plug it in I cross my fingers . . .

Thank you for the head's up on the tree (in case I need it)!

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sfnative — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 08:03:22 GMT

When we moved to San Diego, we had one 8' and one 7' tree, both of which were way too big for our tiny apartment. I ended up at Target with a 3' pre-lit tree and placed it on the coffee table. This year we will pass this little tree onto our 2 year old granddaughter, so she can have the tree at our house with her own brand new ornaments.

I'm sure you'll have luck finding one. My advice would be to get out now and purchase one, because they go fast!

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qualitygal — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 12:52:05 GMT

Going through a store yesterday, my eye caught what appeared to be a box showing Charlie Brown and his Christmas tree. I kept going, for fear I might be weak. I just wanted to mention this, in case someone else is looking for something along those lines.

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ValuSkr — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 16:58:04 GMT

@simpson1954 I like the crate idea and had actually bought a used apple crate from a local farm; their name is stencilled on the side. Turns out though I would need three more to fit my tree stand - a 19" x 19" tabletop would be ideal. I guess I could do that, but I'm not sure how stable four crates side-by-side-by-side would be. I'd also have to be careful that the crates were all the same size - have noticed they vary.