Tree Decorating 101
Your instructors, Iris and Fern will demonstrate how to
assemble and decorate a Christmas tree.

Iris & Fern in the box

STEP 1

 A full day of excavating the storage room in search
of the various Christmas boxes has
definitely created a mess.

 Finally all have been found. Including a few boxes
we didn't even know existed!

 After a quick sorting thru of the tree box,
   we are ready to begin the assembly of the artificial tree.




Fern beginning

STEP 2

       Insert each      
branch
carefully.



Fern helping



Iris helping

STEP 3

Fluff  branches
 out  to desired
 fullness.


Iris helping

 

Fern sniff

STEP 4
Even though this tree
 is artificial,
it should still be sniffed and tasted for freshness.

Yep, this one's still good!

Fern chew

 

Iris & Fern resting

STEP 5

After each layer, it is very important to stop and rest.

 IN the tree of course!

 This is strenuous work,
 no need to over
 exert yourself.


Iris & Fern still relaxing

 

Iris & lights

STEP 6

Wrap the lights
around
each layer.

 It gives them
lots of depth.



iris walking on tree




both in tree



     We sure love the sparkle of    
Christmas lights.

More layers, equals more
relaxation.

 Of course in the tree!

 


both in tree



Fern help

STEP 7

Addition of the top pole
is all about balance.

 Getting two different perspectives
 helps ensure it is straight.

A little to the left Fern!
Looks good Iris!

tree straightening

 

Iris & angel

STEP 8


Make sure the angel is
 securely in place.

A cat angel tree topper
   being the
obvious choice.

cat angel





tree

STEP 9

Once the tree has all its branches,
comes the best part, the decorating!

Stick to a colour scheme, a wide assortment
 of things adds interest.

 Balls and thick ribbon are great to play with.
 
 Remember to place items close to the
bottom for easy swatting, while laying down.

decorated

 

in tree

STEP 10
The most important ornament is infact you!

Place yourself IN the tree for the final touch.

Purrfect!

in tree


A special thank-you to our talented girls for their expertise. Now an update ...
 


tail

WEEK ONE

The tree is still standing, only 1 ornament officially broken. However things are certainly a little bit off!

On the left is Iris tree diving, great new sport!

To the right, we have Iris attempting to take over the angel duties at the top of the tree. 


Iris IN tree


 

tree climber

WEEK TWO

The poor angel isn't much safer. Now Iris is trying to eat her!

Notice the lack of ornaments around the top.
The branches have a definite flattened appearance.

Will the tree and angel make it to Christmas day?!

angel eater




 Fern

WEEK THREE

At 11 pounds, Fern is in great shape. Daily climbs up the tree have made her fitter then ever!

The top of the tree however is basically flat.

Fern must be giving the angel a kiss for Christmas?!

fern


 

Jaz, Iris Fern

CHRISTMAS DAY:

Oh the excitement, presents!
Jazmyn our Shih Tzu doggie joins the fun.

 Iris is IN the gift bag!

Jaz, Iris Fern



before & after

The Christmas tree update! After three weeks, 2 crazy cats have taken their toll.

The decorating has taken on the "distressed look".

A ring of cardboard was added to the middle to deter the cats from climbing up the tree. Obviously it did not work. Instead created  a nice platform!
Our tree has never fallen over. It is 13 years old and obviously built to last! We do not need to secure it to the wall, but would recommend it to others if your tree is not sturdy and you have purroud feline decorating enthusiasts.




  A few more pretty photos of our girls.
 Twas the night before Christmas and all thru the tree,
2 kitties were stirring cute as can be...


Iris pretty Iris Pretty Iris pretty

Fern pretty Fern's tail / ornament Fern pretty



2004Please ensure a safe season for your pets. Tinsel is not recommended or other similar items such as thin ribbon on presents. Every vet office has numerous stories of emergency surgeries to remove decorative items which pets have ingested! Watch pets aren't consuming the actual tree or chewing the lights! There are products such as "Bitter Apple" that can be sprayed to deter unwanted chewing. Also watch the metal hooks used to hang ornaments.
Have fun - but play safe! 
Jaz chewing a new treat, Iris checking her stocking, Fern on a nip high.


This page is on going, and features photos from 2002 to 2007.
Some photos are taken with a
flash, but the better quality ones
 have the flash turned off. 

This allows the girls eyes to
look so brilliant and the tree
 lights to sparkle.   






I'm a petite kitty,
 I weigh 8 pounds.
 
Since I am smaller than Fern, 
I can scurry up the tree a lot
easier.
So I'm in it a lot more.





Christmas day 2005
2005





 
Little Princess's under the treeDue to popular demand, another page has been added! Getting too full here.
NEW 2008 photos
on a NEW page
.

All the best to everyone
 in
2009!

From the Fluffy Tails crew
Jazmyn   Iris and Fern

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