Christmas is closer than you think! And if you’re planning on proposing during this festive seasons, then you should definitely consider proposing with the greatest accessory of all: The Christmas Tree. (Thought I was going to say the engagement ring, didn’t you?)

1. Custom Ornament. Make your proposal extra special by making an ornament yourself. Remember those dough ornaments you could make as a kid, with your handprint on it or something? Well, instead of putting your handprint carve the words, “Will You Marry Me?” and draw a ring. When you decorate the tree you can hand it to her all wrapped, or you can sneak it on her tree and make sure she sees it when you’re there. Have the ring handy and drop to one knee either way when she sees it! And if you’re not that crafty, no worries, you can order a beautiful custom made ornament from Etsy. We love this wood engraved one by Postcrips and this delicate ribbon filled one by ElegantOrnaments.

2. Ring in an ornament.  Create an ornament ring box yourself or find a crafty one on Etsy: they have anything from a small Santa to a discreet red star you would never guess could hide anything. You can hang the ornament on the tree and never have her suspect until the time is right. Or if the point is for the ornament to stand out, hang this gorgeous silver ring box for her to find. Just make sure you hang it high in a house that might have little hands or paws that could find the surprise before you want her to!

3. Make the ring the ornament. This is risky, but if you do it in the moment you should have nothing to worry about. Tie the ring to a pretty ribbon or festive string and put it on the tree in a spot she’s not going to miss it. Maybe she goes to the bathroom and you mention how you were admiring her ornaments and point out where the ring is. Talk about a sparkling surprise on the tree!

Emily