Image Of People Decorating For Christmas

It might seem a little early to be decking the halls, but some festive fans have already been getting their homes ready for Christmas – and the pictures are sure to put you in a good mood.

In a bid to boost spirits during lockdown, many Instagram users have been sharing their impressive trees, Christmas wreaths, garlands, lights, and dazzling front door displays earlier than ever before.

While the classic 12 days of Christmas tradition sees trees go up on 13th December, previous research by psychologists found that putting the tree up earlier can modify the happiness hormones in your body, stirring up feelings of pure joy.

Dr Elena Touroni, consultant psychologist and co-founder of The Chelsea Psychology Clinic, backs this up, saying that decorating the tree can help to provide a temporary break from what's going on in the world.

She told Yahoo!: "This year has been hard on all of us, and news of another lockdown, with further disappointments and cancelled plans, is likely to have brought up all kinds of difficult thoughts and feelings.

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"Planning enjoyable events and activities is a psychological strategy that can help build our capacity to cope with daily life. So in this sense, it makes sense that people might be doing these things a little earlier this year."

Christmas decorating inspiration:

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14 of the best eco-friendly Christmas trees

Potted Christmas Tree - Picea Perfecta

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£20.69

This fresh real potted Christmas tree is sure to put everyone in a festive spirit. Plant it in an outdoor pot and leave in the garden to grow bigger in time for next year.

Alternative Wooden 4ft Christmas Tree

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£475

Made from birch plywood, this contemporary and eternal alternative Christmas tree is a great eco-friendly option. We love the cut-out stars, which add a unique touch.

5ft Eucalyptus Tree | 9L Pot | Eucalyptus gunnii

Looking for something a little different this year? Why not get your hands on this eucalyptus tree and decorate with your favourite decorations. It might not be a conventional choice, but it's sure to bring a fresh scent into the home.

Wooden 3D Christmas Tree

This natural wooden Christmas tree is ideal for painting, decorating and adding your own touch. Great for the kids to get creative this festive season.

Picea glauca Conica - Dwarf alberta Spruce

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£14.95

Looking for a small potted Christmas tree? This evergreen tree, commonly known as the Dwarf Alberta Spruce, grows two to four inches per year and reaches a mature height of seven feet in 25 years. Simply complete the look with your favourite decorations.

NEW Driftwood Style Tree

We're big fans of this driftwood-style tree. With a simple star on the top, it's a lovely alternative to traditional Christmas decor. Make sure not to miss out.

Pair of Festive Table Top Patio Holly Trees complete with real Berries in Copper Pots

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£29.99

Want to brighten up your desk? These mini mistletoe table top Christmas trees have lovely dark green foliage, red berries and come in a copper pot.

Curved Metal Silhouette Tree

Looking for a unique metal tree you can reuse every year? Well, this style is perfect for those who are short on space or who want a minimal Christmas without compromising on glamour. Simply hang your favourite decorations on the four metal bars.

Nordmann Fir Christmas Tree - Fresh Cut Non-Drop Luxury Tree (approx 6ft) + Delivered 7th Dec - 12th Dec +

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£39.97

Available to pre-order now, this Nordmann Fir Christmas tree is a high quality non-drop fir tree ideal for every home. With glossy, deep green-blue needles, it has a wonderful symmetrical shape and strong branches.

Frosted Branches Hanging Tree

This beautiful rustic hanging tree has been created using rows of natural birch branches hung together with strong jute string. Available in two sizes, it's perfect to reuse every year.

Mini Christmas Trees - Picea - Ideal for Table Decoration

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£14.99

Why get one tree when you can pick up three? Ideal for using as a table decoration, these mini versions will grow to about six-10 ft in 10 years when planted outside.

Alternative Oak Christmas Tree

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£98

Are you on the hunt for a planet-friendly Christmas tree that you can reuse every year? Well, this alternative oak tree ticks all the right boxes. Handmade in Kent, it's perfect to pass down through the generations.

Driftwood Christmas Trees

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£185

Crafted from pieces of driftwood collected during beachcombing forays around the UK coastline, this unique tree is certain to create a striking look in your home.

Mini Christmas Tree - Silver Crest Pine

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£3.99

With a silver finish, this mini Christmas tree is great if you don't have space for a larger option.

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