Notes from the season
Trees, apartments, December in Portland, and a few things we notice along the way.
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When Christmas starts coming to mind
Sometimes Christmas begins as a passing thought on a September afternoon. A song comes to mind, or you picture the tree at home, and suddenly there’s something lovely ahead.
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The ornaments you’re happy to see again
Sometimes one ornament is enough to make the whole tree feel familiar. It may be a favorite color, an unexpected shape or simply the one your eye keeps finding.
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Christmas on an ordinary evening
Some of the nicest parts of Christmas happen on an evening with nothing in the calendar. Dinner is almost ready. A favorite song comes on. The tree is lit.
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Choosing a Christmas tree style for the room you already have
Your tree does not have to match the sofa. One familiar color or finish can help it feel at home, with room for something you only bring out at Christmas.
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Where to put a Christmas tree in a small apartment
The best place for a tree is somewhere you will enjoy seeing it. Start with your usual seat, then make sure the rest of the room still works.
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What size Christmas tree fits your apartment?
A tree can fit beneath the ceiling and still be too much for the room. A few measurements help you choose one you will enjoy living with all December.