Di, we are using the same type of tree this year too.  Opted for the 6ft skinny guy, white twinkler lights, and red, gold, and blue balls.  A few nutcrackers standing about and my Christmas table runner!  That's it!!  Simple, festive, and no mess clean up when it's all over!!
 One thing we all agreed that we miss - a fireplace for stockings to be hung.  They looked rediculous on the window sill so they are laying under the tree.
 Crystal