Abstract: This invention is an electrically lit artificial Christmas tree which is assembled from separate components consisting of a central stalk, a base which supports said stalk, and main branches which have secondary branches attached to them. The branches which are made of two stiff, intertwisted and insulated electrical wires are attached to the central stalk by inserting their ends into holes provided in the stalk; this also connects the branches electrically to electrical conductors provided within the stalk; which are in turn powered by an electric cord leading from the conductors in the stalk to an electrical wall outlet. The branches have Christmas tree decorative electric globes attached to them, and are trimmed with artificial pine needles.

Abstract: An artificial christmas tree apparatus includes a plurality of movable branches which are closeable and openable through the relative motion of an inner and outer tube arrangement which forms the trunk mechanism of the tree. Each branch includes a decorated leafy end and an oppositely located base end which is received in the trunk mechanism. The trunk mechanism comprises an outer tube having a first and a second aperture therein and an inner tube located within said outer tube. The inner tube includes a third and fourth aperture therein. The second aperture is larger than the first aperture and the third aperture is larger than the fourth aperture. The base end of each branch passes through said second, fourth, third and first apertures respectively and is anchored by a crimp located at one end of the branch. Relative motion of the inner and outer tubes causes the branches to move from a closed to an open position and vice versa.

Abstract: A tree simulative display which includes a metal stand having a vertical standard and plural tiers each carrying plural conical branch holders on a ring, the tiers being secured to the standard spaced along the length thereof. Preserved natural foliage branches are seated in each of the holders to complete the display. The tier of branch holders is formed preferably by arranging plural holders in plural trident like array, three on a metal stem, the stems weldably secured to the metal rings about the inner circumference thereof. Alternately, a secondary support ring may be weldably secured to each tier about the stems and between the holders and the associated ring. The display is topped off with single holders carried by a ring secured to the upper end of the standard. A holder may be secured to the top of the standard. Branch holders may be oriented angularly at will merely by bending same.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree having an upright trunk supporting a plurality of branches to simulate foliage extending about the longitudinal axis of the trunk through an arc less than 360.degree. but greater than 90.degree. that permits the trunk to be supported closely adjacent a wall so that the tree occupies less floor space than a natural tree of the same height.

Abstract: A substantially flat, suspensible, ornamental display comprised of a plurality of identical flat, rigid members arrayed in partially overlapping relationship in accordance with a regular pattern, with the overlapping portions of the members fastened together, is readily enlarged or reduced in size by the user, resists disruption caused by air currents, and is conveniently shipped and stored. The members are assembled to leave openings between adjacent members that are similar in shape to the members, and ornamental devices are detachably suspended in the openings.

Abstract: Artificial Christmas tree, including a trunk with a plurality of transversely extending axially spaced holes. A pivotal mounting member, preferably U-shaped, is press fitted into each hole with a front end portion of each extending outwardly from the trunk. A branch is pivoted on each member by means of a securing element extending between the legs of the U-shaped front end portion, about each extends an arcuately formed end portion of the branch.

Abstract: A greeting card which includes a folding, three-dimensional hanging ornament that can be punched out of panels of the card while the greeting itself can be separated for reference and saving, and the ornament may be hung for decorative purposes. The combination provides an attractive remembrance and combines the usefulness of a three-dimensional decoration and with the ability to preserve the greeting in card form.

Abstract: An artificial tree formed from an elongated trunk member having at least a tubular portion. A plurality of pairs of spaced-apart apertures are provided in the tubular portion. The pairs of spaced-apart apertures lie on an axis which is substantially coextensive to the long axis of the elongated member. A plurality of limb members, each having a connector end provided with engageable means, are detachably secured to a respective pair of the spaced-apart apertures.

Abstract: An artificial tree, such as a Christmas tree, including two hollow trunk members sleeved together and having removable limb sockets angularly disposed in said members. A lighting system comprising wiring is arranged within the trunk members and wiring sockets are disposed within openings in the trunk members adjacent the limb sockets and retained therein by spring clip members arranged in the trunk members opposite to the wiring sockets. Limbs extend outwardly from the limb sockets whereby bulbs and wiring extending from the wiring sockets may be secured thereto. Top and bottom caps are provided on the trunk members and the latter is sleeved over a supporting base.

Abstract: A knock-down artificial Christmas tree is provided utilizing a plurality of branch-retaining rings or holders for connecting the branches to the vertical support pole of the tree, alternating with spacers between those rings. The retaining rings and the spacers are comprised of, advantageously, molded thermoplastic, and the spacers are textured on the outer surfaces thereof to simulate the trunk of a tree, thus negating the necessity to wrap or hide, or otherwise mask an unsightly supporting pole for the tree. The branch-retaining rings, together with the alternating spacers, upon assembly of the tree, serve to place the branch-retaining rings and their associated branches in preselected, spaced fashsion along the trunk, to provide rapid assembly and disassembly of the tree. To impart a natural appearance, the branch-retaining rings are configured to accommodate differing numbers of branches in different areas of the tree.