Ever since trees began to be decorated for Christmas in the late 19th century, there has been a special place reserved for a very special ornament. Usually that ornament was a star or an angel and the special place was the very top of the tree.
The star represented the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Wise Men to the manger. The angel, of course, stood in for the one that appeared to the shepherds.
Here in Atlanta and all over the world, tree toppers have evolved from the simple to the high tech gadgetry we have today.
Want to see some high tech tree toppers? Here we go.
Fiber Optics
Yes, tree toppers have entered the fiber optic realm. They come in stars, snowmen and angels. But they all have one thing in common, fiber optic lighting. It really adds some class to the tree. They aren’t cheap, but consider it an investment you can use for many years.
Yoda Light Up Tree Topper
For the Star Wars fan or Jedi Knight in the family. This real looking Yoda will fit perfectly on top your tree and when the switch is turned on his LED lightsaber will light up. It retails for $39.99. Available at the Star Wars shop and here.
5-Point Star Color-Changing Beaded Tree Topper
This tree topper will give you a changing color scheme. LED lights and a beaded array will add some life to your tree. Available through QVC.
Thomas Kinkade Holidays in Motion Rotating Illuminated Treetopper
First-of-a-kind animated Santa Claus tree topper circles around your tree on a golden spring. It includes a magnificent illuminated star. The three-dimensional Thomas Kinkade Christmas tree decoration is handcrafted and hand-painted. Each reindeer’s saddle blanket displays a different Thomas Kinkade holiday classic in full color, visible on both sides. Beautiful and be the first in your neighborhood to have this gem. Available at Amazon
Thomas Kinkade Santa Tree Topper
Not high tech, but still a classic. The Kinkade Collection puts out an assortment of tree toppers each year. They range in the $20-$30 range and they always look great. Lots of detail on these toppers and they will never go out of style.
Check out the local stores in your area for something unique that nobody else may be selling. The tree topper is the main focal point of your tree and it should be something special.