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10 DIY Christmas Ornaments You Can Make Right Now

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:44:55 +0000

Why drop a ton of money on holiday ornaments when you can make your own with stuff you probably have lying around the house anyway? Here's 10 DIY holiday ornaments that'll make your friends and family think you should have your own HGTV show and keep your kids busy crafting long enough for you to use the bathroom uninterrupted:

10 Easy and Creative Last Minute Christmas Tree Decorations

Carl Pettit — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:22:22 +0000

Christmas is almost upon us, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun with your holiday decorations. Maybe you’re the kind of person who waits until the last minute to set up your tree, or perhaps you’ve noticed some bare spots on the limbs just crying out for a few more ornaments. Or maybe you need a last minute activity to keep the kids busy while they wait for the impending arrival of Santa Claus. Nothing is more maddening for a child than the last few days leading up to Christmas, before all of their holiday loot arrives.

The 10 Best Decorations In Dyker Heights, Brooklyn

Amanda Ferris — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 21:25:16 +0000

Considered one of the last bastions of the old-school Brooklyn Italian neighborhoods, Dyker Heights is a quiet haven for families and elderly couples. However, for a little over 25 years, the neighborhood turns into a veritable Winter Wonderland every year around December 1st. Over 150,000 visitors from all over the world head into Brooklyn to see this unique Christmas spectacular.

You Could Be A Winner, The 2012 Duluth Holiday Lighting Contest Is Coming, Enter Now

Chris Allen — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:33:45 +0000

Do you think you are the next Clark W. Griswold? Ok, that’s a reference to “Christmas Vacation”, how about, is your talent in lights, do you have more than one light up Santa, Elves, Snowman, etc? You should enter the Lighting Contest! You have to be within the Duluth city limits or at a 558 [...]

Deck the Halls With Animals! 9 Housewares for Pet Lovers

Vetstreet Editors — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:59:12 +0000

To really make your home cozy and warm this time of year, add some four-legged decor. Don’t worry: We’re not talking about hunting hounds wallpaper or kitten doilies. These tasteful and stylish items will make even the most critical of interior designers proud. Hooked Dog Stocking Your pup deserves something from Santa, too. Jolly Ole [...]

The Newest Dangers to Watch Out for This Season Are Christmas Decorations?

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:16:43 +0000

They may look like innocent reflections of the festive holiday season but if you’re not careful, you’ll be seeing a lot more red than green at Christmas.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) issued an alarming study that found that accidents caused by holiday decorations went from 10,000 cases in 2007 to more than 13,000 in 2010.

Watch 25,000 Christmas Lights Tuned to the 'Angry Birds' Theme [VIDEO]

Danny Gallagher — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:45:45 +0000

A family in Austin, Texas turned their Christmas light display into the brightest ever tribute to the popular ‘Angry Birds’ game. Pigs beware! The 25,000 lights that adorn the home blink in a dazzling, rapid display to the game’s iconic theme covered by the indie band Pomplamoose. The house not only dances in theme with [...]