First lady Melania Trump decorates the White House for Christmas: 'Home is Where the Heart Is'

SPECIFIC The White House is officially decorated for Christmas with a decor and a theme personally selected by first lady Melania Trump to celebrate the holiday season-- Home is Where the Heart Is This is the fifth time Mrs Trump has had the opportunity to decorate Pennsylvania Avenue for the Christmas season This year the first lady s decor highlights the American spirit of generosity patriotism and gratitude MELANIA TRUMP UNVEILS WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS THEME FOR Mrs Trump has decked the halls of the White House this season with more than feet of ribbon more than strands of light more than pounds of gingerbread more than gold stars more than blue butterflies and more than feet of garland Every detail of the White House Christmas decorations was personally selected by Mrs Trump to honor the heart of America and the theme Home Is Where The Heart Is the White House recounted Fox News Digital The White House has Christmas trees and of Mrs Trump s signature Christmas wreaths The wreaths have classic red bows and hang outside the windows of the White House The saying Home is Where the Heart is resonates deeply with me especially as I confront the joys challenges and frequent motion that comes with motherhood and business the first lady informed Fox News Digital The constant movement has taught me that home is not merely a physical space rather it is the warmth and comfort I carry within regardless of my surroundings This Christmas let s celebrate the love we hold within ourselves and share it with the world around us she continued After all wherever we are we can create a home filled with grace radiance and endless possibilities The theme in the East Room is Home is Where the Heart Is America Our Home The room is filled with patriotic decorations to celebrate the upcoming th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence The decor is red white and blue along with national symbols including eagles the Great Seal roses and oak On the trees are eagle ornaments to represent each state and territory along with stars to represent America s upcoming birthday WHITE HOUSE UNVEILS CHRISTMAS DECOR WITH 'SPIRIT OF AMERICA' THEME We are deeply honored that America is represented in this year s White House holiday celebration an America spokesman narrated Fox News Digital The decor and concept of the East Room highlights America Our Home beautifully reflecting the spirit of unity hope and shared purpose that defines our nation As we enter a truly historic year leading up to America s th anniversary in this holiday season offers an opportunity to reflect on what connects us as Americans the spokesman continued It s also a moment to look ahead with excitement to the numerous options we ll come together in the year ahead to honor our past celebrate our present and imagine our collective future Next the Green Room s theme is Home is Where the Heart Is Family Fun The room highlights America s favorite games and exercises with playing cards Lego portraits of President Trump and President George Washington dominoes and more In the Blue Room the theme Home is Where the Heart Is Where Strength and Sacrifice Meets Home Decor honors the beauty unity and sacrifices made by Gold Star families on behalf of the United States of America The Blue Room decorations feature blue gold and ivory with gold stars to honor Gold Star families custom lithophane ornaments to depict each state and territory s official bird and flower and more The White House explained the first lady chose birds to represent freedom hope and courage while the flowers symbolize the vigilance bravery and steadfast spirit of Gold Star families The custom ornaments were designed with AI backing and created with D printers a move highlighting the first lady s emphasis on the importance of AI training and responsible use MELANIA TRUMP GIVES TOUR OF WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS DECOROn the Blue Room tree alone which is an -foot noncolor fir from Sidney Michigan there are strands of bulbs individual lights and feet of ribbon That Christmas tree is the official White House Christmas tree The Red Room's focus in on the first lady s Fostering the Future effort to sponsorship foster children The room s decor celebrates her Be Best initiative with more than butterflies a symbol of transformation and representing the hope that every child will have the chance to grow into their full feasible Fostering the Future is a mission the first lady cares about deeply As we began discussing Christmas decorations the butterfly emerged as a prominent theme as it symbolizes renewal resilience and new beginnings for the foster care public Herve Pierre who is Melania Trump's creative artist informed Fox News Digital It was clear that the blue butterfly was the perfect choice to fulfill Mrs Trump's creative vision for her Christmas themed Be Best Room Pierre has overseen the implementation of her creative vision Incorporating thousands of magnificent blue butterflies in the Red Room creates a vibrant and festive atmosphere that reflects the first lady's style Pierre revealed This striking color combination captures the essence of the holiday spirit The room also features historic cranberry trees a tradition first introduced in but which became well-known as former first lady Nancy Reagan s favorite holiday decoration her favorite color was also red The state dining room s theme is Home is Where the Heart Is A Place to Gather which showcases the satisfaction of hosting at home and the history of diplomacy at the White House The decor in the State Dining Room features custom tree boxes with hand-painted magnolia blossoms gilded acorns and fruits of harvest It also features the White House Historical Association s official ornament which celebrates the th anniversary of state dinners at the White House WHITE HOUSE'S HOLIDAY DISPLAY INCLUDES CHRISTMAS TREES AND HONORS FOR THE MILITARYIn the room is a gingerbread house showcasing the south portico of the White House The gingerbread house offers a unique glimpse into the yellow oval in the private residence of the White House The gingerbread house is made of pounds of gingerbread dough pounds of pastillage dough more than pounds of chocolate nearly pounds of royal icing and five pounds of isomalt sugar And in the White House s Grand Foyer and Cross Hall the first lady highlighted a space as one Where Love Blooms The decor highlights the love that blooms in our homes families and communities the White House revealed The spaces feature a forest of trees in burgundy and gold decorated with foliage ribbon ornaments and taper candles The planters are filled with amaryllis which the White House disclosed represents strength and love especially around the holidays A portion of the White House creche or nativity scene is featured in the grand foyer but the White House revealed it is undergoing a much-needed restoration overseen by the White House curators The White House will reopen its doors for residents Christmas tours on Dec The tours will feature the White House Christmas decorations on the state floor and will give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the beloved annual tradition that transforms the White House into a festive reflection of the spirit warmth faith and hope of the holiday season