Holiday gifts can be environmentally friendly, too Dec 14, 2007
When it comes to holiday decorations, many of us are fortunate to have lots of natural material. We can decorate indoors and out with pinecones and cuttings from evergreen shrubs and trees. (Concord Journal, MA)
Never-ending Christmas Dec 12, 2007
Products: Holiday decorations including ornaments, collectibles, trees, lights and garland ... Christmas decorations are a $9 ... "Season decorations are the one category of clutter that people make exceptions for," said Pam Danziger, president of the retail market research firm. (The Palm Beach Post)
Tips for a happy, safe holiday season Dec 12, 2007
Artificial trees and other decorations should be flame retardant. Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets and excessive kinking or wear before putting them up. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Quick holiday decorating tips Dec 11, 2007
With all the flammable decorations and wrapping paper, fire spreads in seconds. I love candles, and still use them, but always carefully protected in nonflammable containers and displayed away from danger. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
An old-fashioned Christmas Dec 9, 2007
Think Victorian era North Pole, complete with old-fashioned decorations, jewelry and Scherenschnitte ... A German word that translates as scissor cuts, it is an ancient craft of cutting paper into decorations, and it s part of the ninth annual Old Fashioned Christmas at the Houston County Historical Society. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Lighting Up Las Vegas Dec 9, 2007
If holiday decorations are your thing, you'll hit the jackpot in Vegas' hotels. Bellagio, Wynn and the others are dressed to the nines with real and artificial greenery, elves, Santas, angels and, of course, lights. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pittsburgh's love of the Tudor Dec 8, 2007
The house does seem to go for natural holiday decorations ... Some of the family's decorations stayed in boxes last year because of construction. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Parade of Homes Dec 7, 2007
- 4104 Silverspur Ave.: If floral decorations and ironwork make people think about Christmas, Kim and Dawn Pfeifel s rustic home will leave them wanting to sing carols. At the entrance, a 9-foot metallic tree is decorated with pine cones and metal leaves. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Something different Dec 6, 2007
The Rio Rancho Public Library will be putting on a Paper Fun craft program for teenagers, with local paper artist Geri Michelli showing teens how to use easy to find in the house materials, such as ribbon, wrapping paper and beads, to create paper ornaments and decorations for the holiday season ... The first, on Dec. 4, will show how to use the star fold to create decorations; the second, on Dec. 5, will teach the lotus fold which will be used to make small book ornaments. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Cool design hotels, from San Diego to Bali Dec 6, 2007
All furnishings and decorations are custom-made by island artisans; Balinese antiques and art works adorn the property. Nightly rates start at $1,250. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Time to confess Dec 6, 2007
A dear older couple from my church gave me some of their Christmas decorations ... My mother, who was in rapidly failing health, asked my little sister to pack up some of her Christmas decorations to send me; and my sister mailed me an elegant new ornament. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
Peek inside the home of best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews Dec 6, 2007
She collects mid-century Christmas decorations and snowmen from the 1940s on. Beat-up but loved sterling candlesticks grace the mantle. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Restored 'Rudolph' Figures Make Rounds Dec 4, 2007
For many years, the delicate wood, wire and fabric puppets had been treated casually: first as toys and later as holiday decorations. "They had Rudolph in a candy dish with candy all around him, just on a coffee table, and people would just reach in around Rudolph's body and pull out a candy cane or something," Kriess said. (MSNBC -- News)
Christmas on the fort: Annual tour of historic homes rings in season Dec 3, 2007
I have always picked up Christmas decorations from all over the world ... Many of the decorations have been collected over the 20 years he s been in service and come from all parts of the world. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Merry Cayuga County Christmas Dec 2, 2007
For unique decorations with a Finger Lakes flair, explore the Lake House on Route 20 between Auburn and Skaneateles. Curious Moon on Main Street in Fair Haven and MacKenzie-Childs in Aurora offer ornaments that are not just decorations but are also pieces of art that are sure to become collectibles. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A touch of Christmas: Candlelight Tour Of Homes features Orangeburg homes uniquely decorated for the holidays Dec 2, 2007
"Floral designs and holiday decorations by Brenda Harley (of Devin's Flowers & Gifts) will inspire everyone to use creative expression in their own homes for the holidays." ... With its vaulted ceilings, open space and earthy color design, the Peters have lovingly decorated their home with poinsettias and other favorite decorations ... Pool-side decorations will be among those featured. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Lake Helen welcome mat out for Christmas Home Tour Dec 2, 2007
"We find the people who come through here are interested in the era and the decorations," he said. For other homeowners who open their doors to strangers on the tour, the day is filled with making new friends. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Hack and Livery in Hope Valley marks a birthday Nov 30, 2007
"One of the interesting aspects of the business is that you won t find a computer in the store. Doug says he likes to preserve that old feeling and it shows in the preservation of the building. He has tried to maintain the integrity of the old structure.The long counter of candy adds to that feel, along with seasonal items such as Halloween decorations and Christmas items. It has been a staple of the business.As far as computers, Doug says he would rather talk on the phone than communicate by... (Westerly Sun, RI)
Glitter go-getter Nov 29, 2007
Addison grew up in the '50s, she says, when there were fewer store-bought options and more Christmas decorations were crafted by hand at home. As an adult, Addison discovered vials of vintage glass glitter in flea markets and antiques stores - that really bright sparkly stuff that tarnishes with age and isn't made of polyester. (AZCentral -- Home)
More of this story Nov 28, 2007
Santa Claus and snowmen flow through the home with traditional decorations surrounding visitors as they examine the home ... Also among the decorations is a display of Santas. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Small-town merchants offer less hectic shopping Nov 26, 2007
Creativity and holiday spirit are encouraged with the decorations, Bolin said. I can t wait to see what people come up with, Bolin said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Passing a gift on this season without an interception Nov 25, 2007
I feel horrible when I do it but I know this person is going to love this, said the woman, who fast-forwards gifts that she thinks someone else would like but are so not me scarves, angel decorations and Christopher Radko ornaments. But not to people on her A-list. (Montana Standard, MT)
Pick a color and decorate Nov 25, 2007
But there s nothing halfway about the decorations. Christmas is just my favorite time of year, Jones said, and that is reflected in the extravagant decorations ... Though he s an antiques dealer and has collected for many years, that isn t reflected in his Christmas decorations. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Convenience, time play increasing role in holiday decorating Nov 25, 2007
These statues can be used for decorations or for gifts ... They see the tree and like how it is and want it that way decorations and all delivered to them, Price said ... You can never really have too many Christmas decorations in you home if well placed. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Christmas cheer resides here: 2 holiday tours Nov 24, 2007
A cozy Victorian-style living room, antiques, a charming backyard and delightful decorations, including a dining room with a gingerbread theme, are highlights of the 1,400-square-foot English Tudor-style house ... The dining room has a country-cottage look, with shutters framing the windows, a round outdoor metal table and decorations that include gingerbread plates on round red place mats and a tiered serving platter holding ceramic gingerbread cookies. (AZCentral -- Home)
10 things to do this weekend Nov 24, 2007
Stock up on antiques and vintage and handcrafted holiday decorations sold in this 19th century store-in-a-barn. Nov. 23 and 24, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Nov. 25, noon - 5 p.m. 3606 S. Country Club Road, Woodstock, 815-444-9000. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Shoppers up early, eager for bargains Nov 24, 2007
At Vintage Faire Mall, Theresa Medeiros and Nicole Cox sported Santa caps with eye-catching decorations as they shopped. The mother-daughter team said early-bird shopping is a Black Friday tradition for them, and a tough economy didn't change that. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Colonial luxury Nov 24, 2007
The furnishings and decorations of Charleston's historic houses could still wow a president today. The Joseph Manigault House, a companion house museum to Heyward-Washington, and the Nathaniel Russell House, mentioned below, will be decorated for the holidays by Dec. 1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Holiday Calendar Nov 22, 2007
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Nativity on Gaither Mountain Nov 22, 2007
I stored it up in the attic with all my other Christmas decorations. "The next year, when I got up to get my Christmas decorations down, the mice had been in my attic. I didn't even know I had mice! They had gotten into my red satin balls. They had the finest nest in Oklahoma City, lined with red satin Christmas balls! "When I got my little corn husk Nativity down, Mary had been beheaded and Joseph defaced. (Newton County Times, AR)
Sugarloaf home tour Nov 21, 2007
A large fireplace and Christmas decorations make the most of Todd Roberson's study ... While the decorations mesh with the Roberson's taste, Marian Roberson said they have never decorated so extensively ... All the Christmas decorations will be for sale, however the Robersons have first priority. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Candleholders create holiday sizzle Nov 21, 2007
Candleholders also can be used as wall decorations. Hang individual holders in a group to create an arresting composition. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Christmas in York England Nov 19, 2007
The manor will be decorated with the Howard family s own collection of Yuletide decorations plus music and stories of Christmas past ... The various shops at Castle Howard offer lovely Christmas decorations and unique gifts. (Suite101.com)
Woman spreads Christmas joy with hand-sewn collars Nov 17, 2007
It had musical notes and colorful decorations on it, and was tied together with a handmade bow in front. "I took it apart and figured out how to make them," Smith said. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Classified 11/15/07 Nov 16, 2007
24 - Old 66 Chenoa, 815-945-7016 Wreaths, lights, ornaments, decorations, jewelry s and craft supplies. 25 cents and up. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Christmas Tree Safety for Kids Nov 16, 2007
As the holiday season approaches, you will fill your home with pretty decorations, lights and gifts that will catch your toddler s eye and insatiable curiosity ... The next thing you will want to consider when you are thinking about Christmas tree safety around your children are the hooks that are often used on your decorations ... Not only will this be much safer, but it enables your child to hang decorations on the tree without help. (Suite101.com)
Estate sale proceeds will help disabled son Nov 16, 2007
There are well-used books, Christmas decorations and antiques from her former family home in Salem, Mass. Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote about the place in "The House of Seven Gables.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Three cheers! Nov 15, 2007
Infuse your decorations with a color like frosted white or brown or silver. Use edible decorations by stacking up containers filled with snacks. (Boston Globe)
The Holiday List Nov 15, 2007
Tours of Clayton, the 23-room turn-of-the-century Frick mansion, allow visitors to experience holiday customs and decorations of the early 1900s. Seasonal crafts workshops and other activities. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Spiggle home part of Christmas Tour Nov 14, 2007
The Spiggle's plan to use traditional holiday decorations in the house with pine and other greenery from their farm in Pennsylvania. Candles will light each window. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Making metal magic - the cowboy way Nov 12, 2007
Phipps makes fantastic forms of all kinds from old horseshoes, deceptively simple-looking contraptions that this artist's gifted eye turns into everything from decorations to furniture. But Phipps quickly points out that he's an artist second and cowboy first. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
TEMPO: Holly Ball: Holiday ribbons to flutter at symphonys big event Nov 10, 2007
Greeting the guests will be the tinseled rainbow of flickering and glimmering decorations placed by Helen Manring and her clever and crafty crew. Since the first gala, the Holly Ball has grown over the years to be the major holiday formal event, comments SVSA President Ronald A. McCreery. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Banding together for Justin Boose Nov 9, 2007
To date, they have received everything from new hunting and lawn and garden equipment to leather motorcycle jackets, country decorations, an antique horse-drawn sleigh, gift certificates and cards and an assortment of gourmet food items and baskets. During the auction, there will also be food available and a bake sale. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
``Freaky Creatures'' Brings Unique Edge to Online Social Community Trend Nov 7, 2007
Each key adds a creature to the players lair and randomly gives parts, powers and lair decorations to that players account. From there, the player becomes a Freaky Creatures trainer where the player must raise, train and customize their Freaky Creatures powers and compete in galactic battles. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
NONPROFIT Community roundup - Fall Clothes Closet kicks off this Friday Nov 6, 2007
St. Paul Lutheran Church's third annual Holiday Bazaar features hundreds of items and takes place Friday, Nov. 9, 2-8 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., at 202 Brooks St. There will be Christmas decorations, homemade food - including lefse, jams, jellies and candies - crafts, antiques and collectibles. Homemade pie and coffee and tea will also be available. (Missoulian, MT)
Christmas Markets in Italy Nov 5, 2007
Join Italians as They Shop at Street Fairs for Gifts and Decorations ... Street sellers set up booths and kiosks covered in glittering lights and filled with ornaments, decorations, crche sets, gifts, sweets cakes and seasonal foods ... More like a German fair, this one features more holiday ornaments and decorations than those in the south. (Suite101.com)
Holiday sales feature crafts, antiques Nov 2, 2007
The sale will feature hand painted items including furniture, lamps, trays, bowls, suitcases, Christmas decorations and more. There will be a door prize. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Create a Beautiful Holiday Mantel Oct 30, 2007
Do you have a collection of decorative Santa Clauses, holiday music boxes, nutcrackers, snowmen, gingerbread men or other holiday decorations. Select some of your favorites and put them together on your mantel with fresh evergreen in between for fragrance so your guests can enjoy viewing your favorite holiday collectibles. (Suite101.com)
The Bogie Book…Creating the perfect Halloween Party! Oct 28, 2007
These little booklets pictured decorations available for purchase and offered suggestions as to how these decorations could be used to create a great Halloween party atmosphere. From table settings to decorating the light fixtures and ceilings, these books were a hit. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Church of Nazarene a community venue Oct 27, 2007
The fair offers holiday decorations and gifts, plus a wide variety of handcrafted and collectible items. In addition, lunch is available, as well as child care. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Art to buy and art to appreciate Oct 27, 2007
Mrs. Markowitz made many banners and other decorations for St. Luke's during the years they attended that church. Mr. Mosko recently learned that St. Luke's, which has only a few dozen members, will close at the end of this year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Holiday crafts fairs Oct 26, 2007
The fair will feature lobster rolls, chowder, candy hostess baskets, decorations, cookie walk, and new gifts ... Santa Claus will be available from 9 to 11:30 a.m. There will be crafts, gifts of all kinds, jewelry, holiday decorations, trinkets and treasure, caf ... The fair will feature a cookie walk, baked goods, light luncheon, crafts, decorations, and Sandown Community Giving Tree. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Regional calendar Oct. 25 edition Oct 26, 2007
Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. "OLDE TYME FAIRE." Shop for delightful crafted items, holiday decorations, gift giving items, bake sale, jellies and jams, white elephant and much, much more ... We will have a wide variety of crafts, including jewelry, hand-sewn table runners, doll clothes, seasonal decorations, knit and crocheted items, hand-painted home accents, and more. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Queens Antiques: Furniture fit for a king from a down-home atmosphere Oct 17, 2007
Queen s Antiques beckons a look inside especially with its fall decorations, woven-bottom chairs and rockers sitting on the front porch. When one walks through the wire screen door one might expect to find an old country store with all its fixtures. (Catoosa County News, GA)
A bountiful fall Oct 11, 2007
"A lot of the homes do themed decorations. Visitors can get ideas of things they might take back home," says Bill Seratt, executive director of the Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. Tourists can take other things home, too. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Craft Fair listing Oct 11, 2007
Whether it s festive holiday items, home decorations, purses, wood items or jewelry that you re looking for, you ll be sure to find it at one of the following area craft fairs (arranged by date) ... Many unique one-of-a-kind designs, practical and whimsical home decor, and festive holiday decorations ... Oct. 27 Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 4340 6 Mile Road, Caledonia, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Actual craft items, outdoor wood decorations for the holidays, towels, blankets and jewelry. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Community : Leaves have changed and fallen Oct 11, 2007
After the raffle prizes were distributed, names were also drawn for the lovely fall table decorations made and donated by Marilyn Pfeiffer. Glen Votis was also a winner in the fifty/fifty cash drawing. (Forest Republican, WI)
Vintage Halloween Reproductions Oct 6, 2007
Not all vintage look decorations are manufactured in attempts to fool collectors ... Remakes of vintage Halloween decorations are attractive and amusing in the hands of honest sellers, and well worth the $6. (Suite101.com)
Southwest flavor ignites Rogers home Oct 5, 2007
For example, the raised display shelves in the banquet hall of the Fill Inn Station led her to create a similar area in her great room on which to display decorations and family collectibles. Julie was once a cook by trade, so she knew exactly what she wanted in a kitchen. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Downtown to usher in autumn Oct 2, 2007
Hay bale decorations and flowers are sponsored by Tru Cut and Harding's Orchards. Market Day has events for the entire family. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Noble is "Heritage Hero" Oct 2, 2007
Holiday decorations and gifts of all kinds will be among the more popular items for sale. The Marlboro Lions Club will offer free and confidential eye, vision and hearing screening on Main Street in the Lions Eyemobile, a state of the art vision-screening center. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR 9/28 Oct 1, 2007
Fall back-to-school clothing, Halloween costumes, toys to put away from Christmas, holiday decorations, furniture, miscellaneous household items benefits 4-H Interstate Exchange group for San Francisco exchange ... Food sale, dolls and teddy bears, stitchery, knitted item, Christmas gifts and decorations, fall harvest table. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
Look for diamond willow walking sticks, pot scrubbies, Christmas ornaments, antler dream catchers, place mats, quilts, casserole caddies, gift baskets, jewelry, sock monkeys, fancy seasonal chocolates, floral arrangements, wreaths, Eskimo dolls, ivory and baleen articles, vests, unique long fleece scarves, pillowcases, beaded jewelry, painted rocks, willow ornaments, door-knob decorations, baby blankets, high school scarves, warm hats, scarves, mittens and gloves, cross-stitch ornaments, pins... (Anchorage Daily News)
Vintage Halloween Paper Dcor Sep 24, 2007
Lanterns are some of the earliest of the manufactured Halloween decorations, with U.S. made parade lanterns appearing on the scene between1900-1910 ... Diecuts are cardboard decorations that are flat or heavily embossed that were made to hang on a wall or dangle from a string, particularly the jointed versions, frequently in the guise of skeletons, black cats, and in the late 1920 s and early 30 s creepy beings such as Skairo and Lightning Wumpus, the Hallowe en Devil. (Suite101.com)
Classifieds for 9/19 Sep 21, 2007
Sept 21 am-3pm Antiques, collectibles, cookbooks, household items, cast iron stove, baskets, Xmas trees, decorations, crafts, fruit jars, and misc. Large GARAGE SALE:: 718 N. Division St.. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
