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Any good host knows when throwing the perfect Holiday party, it’s all about the details baby!

Check out this Small Tiffany Christmas Lamp from AffordableLamps.com!

Meyda’s small Christmas tree is trimmed with bells and ribbons and shelters the children’s toys. Crowned with the Eastern Star, it adds Christmas cheer to any room.

Originally Priced at $162.00

Now on SALE for $135.00 + Free Shipping

If you are interested in the Tiffany Small Christmas Tree Accent Lamp - Click here!

This Christmas tree shaped wreath is utterly adorable. Exclusive to Williams-Sonoma I think they really hit the merriment target, with extra cool points for originality! The holiday wreath is handcrafted of fresh Monterey pine and red cedar boughs accented with California bay leaves, seeded eucalyptus and pine cones. It is richly aromatic – like a walk in the woods – and provides festive decoration. You can hang the Christmas Tree Wreath outdoors or indoors.

Price  $84.00

To shop at Williams-Sonoma for the Christmas Tree Wreath, click here.

For more Wreaths in Christmas Decorations, click here. 

These dainty versions of the real thing have taken on a cool new hue. Sprinkled with glitter, they’ll add sparkle to your tree, wreath or packages. Plus I personally have a pension for blue Christmas decor, I think it’s really classy and when done right a welcome change from the swarm of red and gold.

Here comes the best part, the PRICE $9.99 for a dozen! 

Plus get FREE Delivery (no code required) at Oriental TRading Company.

If you are interested in athe Blue Glass Snowflake Ornaments, click here! 

It never ceases to amaze me how Christmas decorations have evolved throughout the years. I still remember when the fancy house on the corner showed the entire neighborhood up with a lighted reindeer. Now everyone has one and the new seek to impress Christmas Decor are “inflatables”.

When it comes to inflatables the more detailed and unique the better. With that concept in mind check out the Inflatable Santa in a Chair featured at GrandinRoad.com!  Santa looks so inviting that you shouldn’t be surprised if children and festive adults attempt to climb into Santa’s lap. Made of durable lightweight nylon, this Santa is weatherproof and fade-resistant. Santa sits in a plush oversized green armchair happily greeting your holiday visitors and guests.

Not to mention greeting your envious neighbors day in and day out!

Price $189.00

BONUS: Receive a FREE ornament set with your $150 purchase at GrandinRoad. 

Plus enter coupon code: EB0750G and Take $50 off any online purchase over $250

If you are interested in purchasing the Inflatable Santa in a Chair, click here.

In all honesty sports and all things sports related is the one topic that I do not know a lot about, which means that I cannot hold a decent conversation regarding the subject.

That said even I have heard of the crazy that accompanies Texans and football. To say the two go together like “peas and carrots” is an understatement. So when I came across the Collectible Texas A&M Aggies Christmas Village from CollectiblesToday.com, I figure what better subject to post about than Christmas decorations and football.

This limited-edition collectible Texas A&M Aggies Christmas Village collection is available exclusively from Hawthorne Village and is officially licensed by Texas A&M University. Every edition proudly sports the colors, logos, and symbols that every Aggies fan adores! This is a terrific value for a village collection that’s sure to become a family treasure, but don’t wait! 

 Price $49.95 US each issue or 3 installments of $16.65 US

If you are interested in purchasing the Collectible Texas Christmas Village Decor, click here. 

Honestly how cute is this?! Answer: Absolutely Adorable!!

I came across the Gingerbread Men Candle Light and simply had to share, gazing on their cherubic faces brings a smile to my face. The holiday light would make a great centerpiece for your holiday dinner or adorning your mantle. Adding this holiday home accent adds a warm winter glow to any Christmas decor.

Price $12.99

If you are interested in purchasing the Gingerbread Men Candle Light, click here.

To shop for more adorable and affordable Holiday Decor, click here.

One of my favorite things about the Christmas holiday season is when blocks of homes get into the spirit and set their homes aflame with thousands of twinkling Christmas lights! When I was a kid my parents would drive us to the posh neighborhoods and we would gaze upon the expensive light displays and all the twinkling lights.

One thing that I always thought of was how expensive their electricity bill must be! Well now with all the Green Living advancements we now have Solar Powered Christmas Lights!

The solar-powered Christmas lights require NO outlet! Now decorate anywhere without dangerous extension cords criss crossing your path or having to limit your creative juices because your envisioned lighting scheme requires outlets in specific areas of the lawn or house!

The sun charges the string of 60 lights by day, turn on automatically at dusk and run for about eight hours! Absolutely ZERO electricity costs!

Price $19.98

If you are interested in checking out the Solar Powered Christmas Lights from Taylor Gifts, click here.

The Gingerbread House of old has gone mod! And it is sweeeeeeeeet! Usually Gingerbread Houses look like medieval castles or your grandma’s house decorated in gum drops but the Gingerbread House created at Red Envelope is completely revamped and modernized. Well if you call 1940-50’s modern, its a tad retro but I love it.

The Modern Gingerbread House features a garage and rock garden, makes a unique gift and is a sure-fire conversation piece. It arrives assembled and is 100% edible and ready to enjoy. If you decide to eat it, you have to do the deed in 30 days, otherwise if left as decoration, it will keep for up to 12 months. For you allergy folks, candies used for embellishment may contain nuts.

Here’s a summary of stats and added perks:

* 100% edible
* may be personalized with up to two lines of 12 characters per line
* house measures 18″ x 13″ x 5 1/2″ high

I realize its a little short notice for Christmas, but its a great idea for next year (it lasts for 12 months!) or if you really love it you can purchase expedited shipping!

To purchase the Modern Gingerbread House, click here.

To shop for more Gingerbread Houses, click here.

Happy Holidays Everyone!

The free standing Chimo burns Ethanol for an eco-friendly and very cozy experience that won’t break the bank. Shown here are the two models, round $1389, and square $1480.. finish reading at FurnitureStoreBlog.com!

Not all Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFL’s) are created equal! As many converts to the energy-sipping bulb are aware, some are simply better than others; at warming up more quickly, providing good light quality, and lasting as long as advertised…continue reading at Treehugger.com!

Drink up! So unabashedly unadorned, the Liquid Serving Set by Fusionware soars to the top of my mental list of top designs. The slim proportions and warmth of the stoneware make these vessels perfect for serving up almost anything, see more at Pure Contemporary.

This week in Smarter Home & Garden we covered:

• See the sofa that every AA member dreads….“An Alchoholic’s Fantasy Chair!”
• Grow your very own fresh herbs at home to perfectly season all your home cuisine..
• Discover the multiply uses for discount paper lanterns.
• Spend $100 get $100 back on all products and Christmas Decorations at Frontgate.com!
• Check out the Sketchy Furniture Youtube clip that will boggle your mind!
• Save money on our Deal of the Day! Discount serving pieces for only $14.99 that will surely be a hit at your next Holiday party.

Check out this great deal that a reader sent me! (Thanks Talmadge!)

Apparently if you spend $100 dollars at Frontgate.com you can receive a gift coupon for $100 Off your next Frontgate.com purchase.

Simply enter code: CM12 at checkout and allow 2 weeks to receive your gift coupon by email.

For full details on Special $100 dollar offer, click here.

That said, I checked out Frontgate’s merchandise and they have hundreds of beautiful ornaments, lights and Christmas decorations. The item I chose to feature is their Charles Towne Vine Garland.

Charles Towne Vine Garland is infused with a generous mix of nature’s bounty. Created by floral artisans in the Philippines (my homeland) and hand tied with silk ribbons it is a bona fide original and sold exclusively at Frontgate.com. You could easily use the garland to decorate your home for the Holidays and year around if you wish.

Originally retailed for $199.00 it is now $119.00!

To purchase Charles Towne Vine Garland, click here.

To shop for assorted Christmas Decorations, click here.

To view full details on $100 Special Deal, click here.