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Colored or White Christmas Lights? The Great Christmas Light Controversy

Dec 19th 2024

The very first electric Christmas lights were white. And blue. And red. When Edison Electric Company Vice President Edward Hibberd Johnson strung together 80 electric lights to decorate his family’s Christmas tree in 1882, he unknowingly sparked a debate that has raged seasonally ever since. (add resources link: Why do we hang lights at Christmas?)It seems people have intense opinion … read more
Colored or White Christmas Lights? The Great Christmas Light Controversy

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Safeguard Your Christmas Deliveries: How to Keep Porch Pirates from Ruining Your Holiday

Dec 17th 2024

Picture this: You’re heading home from work, excited to start wrapping the Christmas gifts you ordered online that were delivered today. But when you get home, there are no packages in sight.Your heart plummets. You’ve become a victim of “porch pirates,” and those carefully chosen Christmas presents have been stolen right off your doorstep.If so, you’re not alone. Various studies est … read more
Safeguard Your Christmas Deliveries: How to Keep Porch Pirates from Ruining Your Holiday

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From Chaos to Cheer: The Ultimate Guide to Stress-Free Christmas Decoration Storage

Dec 16th 2024

Whether it’s December 26 or weeks after the holiday, we inevitably have to face “putting away Christmas.”The Christmas tree, lights and ornaments, wreaths, nutcrackers, stockings, gift wrap – all that sparkling stuff has to go somewhere when Christmas is over.When that time comes, do you drag out ancient cardboard boxes?A battered old box isn’t the best way to keep Christmas decorati … read more
From Chaos to Cheer: The Ultimate Guide to Stress-Free Christmas Decoration Storage

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Uncovering the Decorator's Secret: How to Use Christmas Tree Picks and Sprays

Dec 12th 2024

Professional decorators have a secret weapon when it comes to decorating the Christmas tree. Their repertoire of Christmas decor includes items that add texture and interest, to make the tree come alive.The secret? Christmas tree picks and sprays. If you’re unfamiliar with these diverse decorations or have seen and admired them but wondered how to use them, Christmas Central’s tree d … read more
Uncovering the Decorator's Secret: How to Use Christmas Tree Picks and Sprays

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What's Your Style? Our Favorite Christmas Tree Toppers for 2024

Dec 10th 2024

What do you put on top of your Christmas tree? Some families like to swing on a star, while others place an angel on high. Maybe you prefer a Santa, a snowflake or a Christmas tree topper that’s even more original. Whether your tree topper is a star, angel, Santa Claus, snowflake, finial or novelty, you probably have a strong attachment to your choice.If you’re looking for a new tree … read more
What's Your Style? Our Favorite Christmas Tree Toppers for 2024

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