An excerpt from Victorian Home Magazine
Creating a true Victorian-style Christmas in your home can be
fun and easy. Tailor your embellishments
to suit your home and personal style.
The list below can help guide you when choosing elements for your
holiday tree. For more information,
visit the Golden Glow of Christmas Past.
This website provides detailed information about Victorian Christmas
decorations; browse under the Collecting Area tab. Historic holiday house tours also provide
great ideas for Christmas décor.
Elements of an Authentic Victorian Christmas Tree
. Angels,
fairies and dolls
. Beaded garland
. Crocheted,
macramé and tatted ornaments
. Decorated
cabinet cards, postcards and greeting cards
. Flowers,
both faux and fresh
. Gilded
fruit and walnuts
. Gingerbread
shapes
. Greenery
and berries
. Nuts
and pinecones gilded, natural or sugared
. Ornaments:
Dresden, glass or paper
. Paper
chains
. Paper
cups and cornucopias
. Popcorn
strings
. Ribbons
. Small
Gifts and toys
