Creative Ways to Upcycle Your Old Christmas Tree Rather Than Throw It Out

Now that everyone has rung in the New Year, many are looking to get rid of their live Christmas trees. But what happens to the estimated 30 million trees sold last Christmas? Around New York City, the trees are put through wood chippers and turned into mulch for the city's parks. But there are DIY ways to recycle your Christmas tree, too. From removing the needles to make homemade potpourri to cutting it up to make coasters, here are some of the ways to keep the Christmas spirit going.