I've done a patriotic tree the past two years. (My house is decorated in country/americana) . . . put white lights on the whole tree & then put a strand of red lights all the way around & down and then a strand of blue lights in between the red . . . I bought red/white/blue plaid ribbon after July 4th . . . then I have all sorts of americana themed ornaments on it . . . seriously, it's packed! I'll probably post some pics later with the kitties under it