when decorating a christmas tree what goes on first

The tree should be placed in a sturdy stand, then the branches should be fluffed to give the tree a natural and full appearance. Next, lights are added, starting at the top and working your way down, covering the whole tree in a twinkling array of colors. After the lights are in place, it's time to add ornaments, starting with larger, more prominent pieces and then filling in with smaller, more delicate pieces. Finally, a star or angel is placed at the top of the tree to complete the look.