Abstract: A stretchable and shrinkable tree light string including a long trunk with many short pipes. The short pipes have one or many connecting rings. A base frame has a central axis to support the long trunk to stand up straight. Multiple branches connect at one end with a pin to the connecting ring on the short pipe. These branches use the connecting ring as a base pivot point. The branches being centered on the long trunk to be able to stretch out to form a tree shape, and also to be able to fold up to reduce the volume. Single or many sets of light strings, composed of many lamp bulbs, lamp holders, electrical conductors and receptacles, are to be fixed on the branches to establish tree light strings.

Abstract: A combination artificial tree-lighting arrangement including a generally elongated tree trunk. The combination also includes a plurality of connecting components mountable on the tree trunk and a plurality of display components mountable on the connecting components. Each display component has tree limbs and lighting cables extending therefrom. The lighting cables are provided with decorative lights. An electrical circuitry connectable to an electrical power source is attachable to the connecting components. The electrical circuitry includes a connecting component-to-light coupling arrangement for electrically coupling the connecting components to the decorative lights. The connecting component-to-light coupling arrangement allows the display components to rotate relative to the connecting components about a rotation axis substantially parallel to the trunk longitudinal axis while maintaining the electrical coupling between the connecting components and the decorative lights.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a kind of decorative light strings with combination tree, including a long trunk to be composed of many short pipes, the height of tree lamp can be adjustable by the number of the short pipe; base frame is to use a support surface to erect the base frame and has a center axis to support long trunk to stand up right straight; multiple branches connect with the long trunk; single or multiple set of light strings, composed of many lamp bulbs, lamp holders, electrical conductors and receptacles, to be fixed on the branches to establish tree light strings.

Abstract: A lighting system has a base and at least one vertical support (trunk) that frictionally engages the base. The vertical support (trunk) has apertures around its circumference and its inner circumference is lined with longitudinal current carrying conductors. A low voltage transformer disposed within the base and electrically connected to a voltage supply contact in the base. The longitudinal current carrying conductors engage the voltage supply contact when the vertical support frictionally engages the base. Pairs of current carrying rods (branches) frictionally engage the vertical support (trunk) at the apertures and have voltage supply contacts that contact the longitudinal current carrying conductors. Ornaments having resilient clasps, with a pair of separately disposed electrical contacts on both sides of the clasp, frictionally engage the current carrying rods (branches) and electrically connect the current carrying rods to the electrical contacts and the ornament.

Abstract: A corner/wall situated Christmas tree stand for enabling a user to set up a Christmas tree against a wall or in a corner in a confined living quarters. The corner/wall situated Christmas tree stand includes a base assembly including a tubular support base having a wall, an open top, and a bore being disposed therein through the open top, for resting in a corner or against a wall structure; and also includes an elongate tubular tree support member being removably supported upon the tubular support base and being adapted to support branches of an artificial Christmas tree for resting in a corner or against a wall structure.

Abstract: A display representing a tree, such as a Christmas tree, has a trunk made of a hollow tube and held by a base in substantially vertical position. A liquid, such as water, is placed in the tube and an air supply in or near the bottom of the tube generates bubbles that rise through the tube. The tube and bubbles therein are preferably illuminated to add to the effectiveness of the display. Branches are secured to the trunk tube and extend outwardly therefrom to provide tree foliage and give the display the appearance of a tree or support foliage, such as in the form of a garland, which provides the tree foliage and gives the display the appearance of a tree.

Abstract: An illuminated artificial tree having a display position and a folded position is constructed of an odd number of upright wire mesh panels hingedly attached at their vertical inner edges, the panels including a first end panel, a second end panel and a plurality of intermediate panels between the first and second end panels. A string of decorative lights are attached in a plurality of spaced, reversed loops, the string extending from adjacent the lower edge of the first panel around the intermediate panels to the second panel, then upwardly along the outer edge of the second panel, and then back around the outer edges of the intermediate panels to the first panel, thereby permitting folding of the tree without removal of the light string.

Abstract: A novel decorative structure includes a length of strand material, having a plurality of individual strands twisted with respect to one another and fixed with respect to one another near a first end of the strands, and a twisting member having a plurality of apertures formed therein, each adapted to receive a respective one of the individual strands therethrough. In a particular embodiment the twisting member is a disc, such that when the twisting member is advanced from a second end of the strands to the first end, the strand material is caused to unwind. Similarly, when the twisting member is advanced from the first end to the second end of the strands, the strand material is caused to wind up. When unwound, the strands retain a decorative helical shape, and give the appearance of a Christmas tree.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree includes a base, a trunk mounted on the base and at least one branch mounted on the trunk. The at least one branch includes a luminescent strip and a plurality of artificial leaves formed on the luminescent strip. The trunk may include at least one socket formed thereon. The luminescent strip may include a plug formed at an end thereof for engagement with the at least one socket formed on the trunk. The luminescent strip may include a socket formed thereon for engagement with a plug of a luminescent decoration. The base may include a circuit board mounted thereon. The artificial Christmas tree may include a speaker in electric connection with the circuit board. The base may include a socket formed thereon in electric connection with the circuit board. The trunk may include a plug formed at a lower end thereof for engagement with the socket formed on the base. The trunk may include a luminescent layer coated thereon.

Abstract: A foldable ornament frame structure of the invention includes a first movable part, a second movable part, and a plurality of support rods. The first and second movable parts are respectively mounted at a top and a bottom of the ornament frame structure. The support rods connect the first movable part to the second movable part around the ornament frame to outline the ornamental shape of the ornament frame. The first and second movable parts respectively include a plurality of strips that are superposed and cross over one another at approximately respective central portions thereof. A hinge passes through the central portions to pivotally connect the strips together, the support rods connecting the strips of the first and second movable parts to outline the ornamental shape of the ornament frame.

Abstract: A pop-up artificial Christmas tree, for making it much easier for the user to set up and take an artificial Christmas tree. The pop-up artificial Christmas tree includes a base member assembly including a weighted base member; and also includes a tree trunk assembly including a hollow tree trunk member having a bottom end which is removably mounted to the base member, and also including an elongate support member being movably disposed and upwardly biased in the hollow tree trunk member with the hollow tree trunk member having a plurality of holes spaced along and disposed through a side wall thereof; and further includes a branch assembly having a plurality of branch members each being pivotally mounted to the elongate support member and being extended through a respective hole in said hollow tree trunk member; and also includes a light-emitting assembly having a plurality of light-emitting members securely attached to the branch members.

Abstract: An artificial tree has a central trunk, a number of main branches suspended from an upper portion of the trunk in a downwardly and outwardly inclined orientation, and a preformed tree top section extending upwardly from the upper portion of the trunk. Each main branch includes a number of sub-branch clusters and a bundle of fiber optic conduits which terminate in the sub-branches. The bundles of fiber optic conduits are received in an opaque enclosure housing a high intensity light source, which enclosure is attached to the upper portion of the trunk. Electric lights are disclosed as an alternative means to illuminate the tree. The trunk includes upwardly open hook elements which receive pin elements within the interior of rigid support members of the main branches. Each sub-branch cluster is pivotally connected to an associated rigid support member to articulate between a collapsed position for storage and shipping, and an extended position for display.

Abstract: An antenna support structure has the outward appearance of a palm tree. The antenna support structure has a vertical support pole with an upper portion, an intermediate portion and a lower portion. The lower portion is of a color and texture to resemble the trunk of a palm tree. Disposed outwardly from the intermediate portion is a plurality of antenna receptor members appropriately configured to receive desired electromagnetic signal waves. At the top of the support pole is a plurality of green members having the appearance of new palm fronds. Below the green members are a plurality of drooping members disposed downwardly about the intermediate portion of the support pole and covering the antenna receptor members. The drooping members have colors and textures to resemble a palm tree skirt.

Abstract: A fabric having plant material adhered between layers of silk or hand-made paper. The silk or paper layers are translucent to allow the fabric to have the appearance of plant material. The fabric is manufactured by soaking dry plant material in water, pressing and drying the plant material to flatten it, adhering bottom and top layers of silk or paper to the plant material, and applying a stiffening agent to the fabric. Articles of various shapes may be formed by shaping the fabric into a predetermined shape prior to the step of applying the stiffening material.

Abstract: A collapsible Christmas tree designed to be suspended in mid-aid from overhead. The tree comprises a central rope threaded through alternating sections of hollow rigid trunk sections and individual or grouped cross members having centered holes. Cross members have a decreasing length and girth as seen from the bottom of the tree to the top. Each cross member is rotated about the rope to resemble the branches of the Christmas tree.

Abstract: A collapsible Christmas tree includes a collapsible circular support having a tubular seat at a center, a combinable post having a lower end inserted into the tubular seat and secured by a lock, a top ring inserted into the top of the post, a decoration inserted into the top of the top ring, a plurality of cords fastened spaced a part between the top ring and the circular support and a piece of netted Christmas lights covered on the outer peripheral portion of the cords. So that a Christmas tree of conic configuration is therefore accomplished.

Abstract: A foldable artificial Christmas tree including a plurality of sections couplable together to form a Christmas tree. Each of the sections includes a central pole portion. A plurality of collars are provided that each have a central opening for receiving the central pole portion therein. Each of the collars has a generally circular configuration. The collars each have an outer periphery. Each of the collars has a plurality of radially extending apertures disposed within the outer periphery thereof in a spaced relationship. A plurality of branches are foldably coupled with the plurality of collars. Each of the branches has a limb portion. The limb portion has an inner portion and an outer portion. The outer portion has a plurality of artificial pine needles extending outwardly therefrom. The inner portion has a downwardly turned portion secured thereto. The downwardly turned portion is receivable within the radially extending apertures of the collars.

Abstract: A simulated Christmas tree light display having a circular ring and a plurality of elongated legs attached to the ring. Each of the elongated legs has a first end connected to the ring and a second end positioned opposite the ring. The first end has an aperture for threading the ring through the leg and a flattened end section. The apertures are sized to allow the legs to rotate about the ring to form a variety of angled designs. Lights and other holiday decorations may be wrapped about the legs to further provide the appearance of a lighted Christmas tree.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree is provided which consists of a stand base, a stand pillar, at least two truncated-cone elements conically grauated in terms of size, an a conical element for the top of the tree. The elements are detachably fastened to each other so a to form a stylized tree which can be easily disassembled for storage.

Abstract: An artificial palm tree has a trunk made from at least one tapered pole segment. Multiple trunk segments are butt connected with doweling screws threaded at both ends. A palm head in the form of a cylindrical solid is attached to an uppermost end of the uppermost segment of the trunk in the same manner as abutting segments of the trunk are attached to one another. A plurality of frond attachment holes are bored in the head. Each attachment hole is sized to accept a removable wood dowel pin. Each dowel pin, when inserted within its receiving hole, is angled to approximate the position of a frond on the trunk. Prior to assembly, each trunk segment and the palm head are individually wrapped with a layer of palm matting harvested from live palm trees. The matting layer is either stapled or adhesively bonded to the wrapped trunk segments and head. Wrapping of the palm head is performed with the dowel pins inserted within the frond attachment holes so that the dowel pins may serve to mark the location of the holes.

Abstract: According to the present invention, an artificial tree is provided which includes a tree element having a central generally disc-shaped member and a plurality of generally annular rings concentric to the central disc-shaped member and to one another such that the central disc-shaped member and the rings, in the operative position, are positioned in a vertically spaced, tiered array, with the central disc-shaped member at an uppermost position such that the tiered array is configured to have a tree-shape. A plurality of connecting strips connect each tier of the array to a next adjacent tier of the array. The disc-shaped member, the concentric rings, and the connecting strips may be formed from a unitary sheet of material, and the disc-shaped member and the concentric rings may be formed by providing a plurality of discontinuous generally spiral slits in the sheet of material.

Abstract: The leaves of an artificial Christmas tree are each formed from a length of metal having its opposite ends secured to a tree trunk and a plurality of coils formed along the length thereof and having substantially the configuration of a coiled spring. A reinforcing member may extend through the coils and separate ornaments may be individually hung on selected coils.

Abstract: The present invention is a lighted tree structure comprising a hollow central pole having a top end and a lower end. Secured to the top end is an end cap; while secured to the lower end is an attaching device for attaching the tree structure to a particular surface, such as the ground. A lifting and lowering mechanism is slideably mounted to the central pole. Pivotally secured to the end cap are a plurality of hollow branches. Located within each branch is an illuminated device. A pivot bar is secured to each branch and to the lifting and lowering mechanism to enable the branches to extend outward when in a display position and collapsed when in a storable position.

Abstract: A frame for supporting lights above a surface includes a plurality of spaced apart spiral strips extending between a location above the surface and a location on the surface. The strips are adapted to receive the lights. A plurality of connectors interconnect ones of the plurality of strips at spaced apart intervals along the strips to form a unitary structure. The strips in an unassembled position are coplanar and in an assembled extend position between the location above the surface and the surface.

Abstract: Artificial trees and wreathes are constructed from a plurality of artificial leaves having shape memory characteristics. The leaves are constructed from twisted wires of plastic material which capture elongated strips providing the thistles for the leaves. The shape memory characteristics enable the leaves to return to their original orientation after being distorted from storage in a carton either during shipping or between use.

Abstract: An imitation tree comprising a fluid bearing support stand and a plurality of natural boughs attached to the stand, a method of making same and a support stand for attaching boughs thereto.

Abstract: A space saving decorative tree is provided including a base and a plurality of posts interconnected with respect to each other and further connected to the base and extending upwardly therefrom. Next provided is a plurality of branches removably coupled to the posts, wherein the branches are constrained by an arc of no more than 180 degrees.

Abstract: A collapsible spiral Christmas tree construction 10 including a central support unit 11 for supporting a spiral display unit 13 including a spirally wound support member 40 having a plurality of contiguous spiral coils 41 and an adjustable tether unit 14 for varying the effective height and density of said spiral display unit 13.

Abstract: An artificial foliage article such as Christmas trees comprising one or more branch stems 4 in the form of plastics covered metal wires and a plurality of foliage-bearing sub-branches 10 connected to the branch stem or stems 4, each sub-branch 10 having an associated connector 12 which defines an aperture 14 therein to allow the sub-branches 10 to be push-fitted onto the branch stem 4.

Abstract: This invention pertains to an improved artificial shrub or tree and the method for constructing same. The invention improves upon all prior art artificial shrubs or trees by providing for a marketedly authentic series of branches which extend from the trunk or main body of the growth and improves upon all prior art structures through the use of an intermediate adapter shaped in the form of a branch which has its thickest end extending from the trunk and which becomes increasingly thinner as it approaches the cantilever end thereof. The adapter produces an authentic branch appearance in comparison to prior art branches which generally have little if any diminishing thickness extending from the supporting end and which are simply bluntly stuck into a bore in the trunk. The method pertains to an economical and efficient sequence of steps for producing aforesaid artificial shrub or tree.

Abstract: An artificial decorating tree with embellishing lamps is provided which includes several hollow joints, sockets, connectors, branches, embellishing lamps and a set of electric cords. The decorating tree is assembled with plug-in joints and internal wiring coupled to lamps supported from branches, thereby avoiding the use of exposed light strings external to the artificial tree structure.

Abstract: An imitation tree comprising a fluid bearing support stand and a plurality of natural boughs attached to the stand, a method of making same and a support stand for attaching boughs thereto.

Abstract: A decorative Christmas tree device is provided including a base. A post is coupled to the base and extended upwardly therefrom. At least one light is mounted to the post and base for illuminating upon the receipt of power. Further included is monofilament line for encompassing the post, base, and light. As such, the illumination of the light permeates through the line.

Abstract: A preassembled tree simulation has decor strands (1) with top-simulation ends (2) attached to a roll-on member (9, 10, 11) onto which the decor strands are rolled for storage and from which the decor strands are unrolled to be suspended downwardly and outwardly from a raised attachment to an arrayer (12, 13, 14, 15, 16). Downward and outward suspension of the decor strands can be slanted, spiraled, curved or articulated selectively. The roll-on member can be a center rod, a telescopic rod, a positional rod, a tote handle or other convenient item. The arrayer can be a circular ring, a polygonal ring, a plurality of anchors, a single anchor, a resilient anchor rod, a segmental circular ring, a segmental polygonal ring, a segmental resilient rod or other convenient arrayer.

Abstract: A new space saving Christmas tree kit for mounting to a surface, such as a window. The inventive device includes an elongate trunk member and a plurality of elongate branch members shaped and formed to resemble branches of a pine tree. The trunk member has a plurality of spaced apart suction cups outwardly extending from the back of the trunk member mounting the trunk member to a surface. The kit also includes a star member, a plurality of ornaments, and a string of lights which are adapted to be mounted to a tree. The branch members are couplable to the trunk member so that the truck member and the branch members resemble a pine tree.

Abstract: An artificial decorated and lighted Christmas tree (10) which is concentrically collapsible into a shallow open-topped box for storage. When displayed, the artificial tree (10) is preferably hung from a ceiling or other overhead support. The skeleton of the tree consists of a flat disk (15), a member (16) projecting upwardly from the center of the disk (15) from which the artificial tree (10) is suspended, a cylindrical crown (24) of garland supported on the disk, (15), at least three rigid wire loops (20, 30, 40) having different diameters, and at least three flexible cords (18A, 18B, 18C, 18D, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22D, 32A, 32B, 32C, 32D) affixed to equally spaced apart edge segments of the disk (15) and to equally spaced apart segments of each one of the rigid wire loops (20, 30, 40).

Abstract: A plurality of building members and a plurality of sheet members for connection thereof are provided. Each of the plurality of building members includes a main body portion and a coupling portion to be fitted on an end of the main body portion. One of the ends of the main body portion and the coupling portion is provided with a small diameter portion and the other of them is provided with a hole for receiving the small diameter portion. Each of the sheet members has a plurality of openings for passing the small diameter portion therethrough. The small diameter portion is passed through the opening of the sheet member and inserted into the hole to sandwich the coupling sheet member between the main body portion and the coupling portion to thereby fasten the building member comprised of the main body portion and the coupling portion to the coupling sheet member. In this way, a desired ornamental article can be created.

Abstract: An electrified, artificial Christmas tree, which comprises both the artificial tree, composed of a stand and trunk with attachable branches, and various electrical components. The trunk portion of the tree is composed of a plurality of coupled sections which are joined together in a vertical orientation, and each of which has holes for branches to be inserted. The trunk pieces also have electrical sockets which are internally connected to the base of the trunk. The base of the trunk has attached to it another electrical socket and a master power cable. In use, the tree is assembled as any standard artificial tree, connecting trunk pieces together, and inserting into them branches of various sizes. Any conventional ornament or lighting fixture may be hung on these branches, and plugged into the trunk for power requirements. A stand at the base of the trunk provides stability, and internal circuit breakers provide assurance against fire.

Abstract: An artificial plant assembly (10) consisting of a stationary central stem (12) and a plurality of rotatable fronds (70). The central stem (12) includes a rigid inner core (14) and a molded outer stem (22). Near the lower terminus (26) of the outer stem (22) is a frond stop (30), a bulbous section (48) located above the stop (30), and extending from the upper end (18) and sides is located a plurality of leaves (58). The rotatable frond (70) also has a rigid inner core (72) and a molded outer stem (80). The outer stem (80) has an upper terminus (82), a lower bulbous section (84), and a plurality of leaves (58) that extend from its upper terminus (82) and sides. The lower bulbous section (84) has an open side (86) and an enclosed lower portion (80) having an opening (90). To produce the artificial plant assembly (10) the lower bulbous section (84) is inserted upward through the lower end (16) of the inner core (14) and forced over the frond stop (30).

Abstract: A telescopic decorative tree having a telescopic pole (1) has a tree trunk with a top (4) from which a plurality of guy lines (5) are extended downwardly and outwardly in Christmas tree shape to surface anchor means (6, 13). Christmas tree lights and other decorative items are suspended in strands (8) between the guy lines and pole attachments (9, 10, 11, 14, 15) on the telescopic pole. The pole attachments are preferably adjustable in vertical height to provide desired heights of inside ends of strands at the telescopic pole in relation to outside ends of the strands at the guy lines. Preferably, the strands are allowed to sag slightly for a desired aesthetic effect.

Abstract: This invention pertains to an improved artificial shrub or tree and the method for constructing same. The invention improves upon all prior art artificial shrubs or trees by providing for a marketedly authentic series of branches which extend from the trunk or main body of the growth and improves upon all prior art structures through the use of an intermediate adapter shaped in the form of a branch which has its thickest end extending from the trunk and which becomes increasingly thinner as it approaches the cantilever end thereof. The adapter produces an authentic branch appearance in comparison to prior art branches which generally have little if any diminishing thickness extending from the supporting end and which are simply bluntly stuck into a bore in the trunk. The method pertains to an economical and efficient sequence of steps for producing aforesaid artificial shrub or tree.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hassle-free artificial Christmas tree that eliminates the time and frustration of assembly and storage of previously known artificial Christmas trees. The artificial Christmas tree of the present invention is preferably formed of a central pole having a sleeve concentric with the central pole and slidable along the central pole between an upper and lower position. At least one arm is rotatably coupled to the central pole and forms a limb of the tree. The sleeve is provided with an opening, including a flange framing the opening, for urging the arm between an upper and lower position when the sleeve is slid along the central pole. A base is provided for supporting the central pole in an upright position. A storage tube is also provided for storing the artificial tree when not in use. The storage tube has an opening for receipt and retrieval of the tree. The tree is readily slidable within the storage tube and is closed on either end by end caps.

Abstract: This invention pertains to an improved artificial shrub or tree and the method for constructing same. The invention improves upon all prior art artificial shrubs or trees by providing for a marketedly authentic series of branches which extend from the trunk or main body of the growth and improves upon all prior art structures through the use of an intermediate adapter shaped in the form of a branch which has its thickest end extending from the trunk and which becomes increasingly thinner as it approaches the cantilever end thereof. The adapter produces an authentic branch appearance in comparison to prior art branches which generally have little if any diminishing thickness extending from the supporting end and which are simply bluntly stuck into a bore in the trunk.

Abstract: A decorative light-supporting apparatus having three rigid supports is disclosed. The lower ends of the rigid supports hold the decorative light-supporting apparatus above a surface. A lower skirt detachably connects the three rigid supports near their lower ends, and a cap detachably fits over and joins the upper ends of the rigid supports. The cap has a plurality of protrusions extending from an upper surface of the cap to facilitate wrapping of a string of lights over the upper surface and between the protrusions. A bottom edge of the lower skirt has a plurality of skirt protrusions to facilitate wrapping of the string of lights between the cap and the plurality of skirt protrusions. Each wrap routs the string of lights from a skirt protrusion to the upper surface and back down to and around another skirt protrusion.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree with electric separable segments comprising a trunk fabricated of a plurality of separable sections including a lowermost section, an uppermost section and intermediate sections therebetween, the section coupling with respect to each other by sliding the lower section of the next higher adjacent section into the upper extent of the next lower adjacent section, a plurality of branches, each with a pivot pin coupled to an adjacent portion of an associated trunk section to allow movement between a raised inoperative storage position parallel with the trunk sections a deployed operative position wherein the branches form an acute angle with its associated trunk section, each of the branches having artificial needles extending therefrom in a generally radial direction, a base adapted to be positioned on the recipient surface such as a floor, the base having an upper central section adapted to removably receive the lower extent of the lowermost trunk section, electrical components in ea

Abstract: The present invention relates to an artificial Christmas tree which can be assembled on virtually any surface, including an uneven surface, and then adjusted to a true vertical position. The artificial Christmas tree comprises a vertical trunk member secured to a swivel base, a plurality of side arms, a plurality of bottom arms and a locking arrangement which enables the side arms and bottom arms to be quickly and easily detachably connected to the vertical trunk member and to each other. Once assembled, the artificial Christmas tree can be adorned with Christmas decorations, such as strings of Christmas lights by means of a fastening system located on each side arm. The artificial Christmas tree of the present invention is particularly useful for outdoor use since it can assembled on uneven ground and then adjusted to a true vertical position. The locking arrangement further allows the artificial Christmas tree to be simply folded upon itself for storage.

Abstract: A tree decorating system has a hanger device for a plurality of hanger elements which may be used for attachment to a plurality of elongated decorations. The hanger device has a plurality of hook elements spaced circumferentially from one another about an exterior side of a rigid annular body of the hanger device. Gripping elements with radial slots for tree branches extend inward from an interior side of the rigid annular body and form a central opening through which the top portion of a main stem of the tree stem may pass. The hanger elements have living hinges enabling formation of a respective pair of flaps thereon to move between open and closed positions relative to one another. The pairs of flaps have sets of complementary ribs thereon enabling the fastening of the flaps at the closed position and clamping of an end portion of an elongated decoration therebetween.

Abstract: A decorative, action oriented ornament/display system is attained by providing an attention-attracting member which cooperates with a support platform or plate which is removably mounted to any limb or branch of a tree. By employing this construction, an ornament display system is realized which is quickly and easily mounted to a tree, whenever desired, or removed therefrom for display on any other surface. In the preferred embodiment, the ornament/display member incorporates interlock means formed on the support plate for removably affixing the ornament/display member to the support plate whenever desired. Furthermore, the ornament/display member also preferably incorporates a stowable hook or ring member cooperatively associated with the upper portion of the ornament/display member for enabling the ornament/display member to be affixed to a supporting branch or limb independently of the platform.

Abstract: A decorative light-supporting apparatus having three rigid supports is disclosed. The lower ends of the rigid supports hold the decorative light-supporting apparatus above a surface. A lower skirt detachably connects the three rigid supports near their lower ends, and a cap detachably fits over and joins the upper ends of the rigid supports. The cap has a plurality of protrusions extending from an upper surface of the cap to facilitate wrapping of a string of lights over the upper surface and between the protrusions. A bottom edge of the lower skirt has a plurality of skirt protrusions to facilitate wrapping of the string of lights between the cap and the plurality of skirt protrusions. Each wrap routs the string of lights from a skirt protrusion to the upper surface and back down to and around another skirt protrusion.

Abstract: A collapsible artificial tree adapted to be supported at a top portion has compliant open mesh material approximately forming a conical shape. A plurality of axially spaced outer hoops defines the substantially conical shape of the tree with smaller inner hoops axially located between the outer hoops providing the artificial tree with the characteristic sawtooth profile of a coniferous tree. The mesh material may be in the form of netting, slit or perforated sheet material, or other readily compliant material.