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Sick of junky toys that break and bore kids the day after Christmas? Learn about 20 great new and award-winning toys that are high-quality and very playable! They’re from TDmonthly’s 2008 Specialty Toys Report: Positive Toys for a Promising Future, which you can find for free on www.tdmonthly.com Videography and editing by Alison Marek
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Christmas Greenery – Indoor Plants With Holiday Charm
Christmas holiday is just around the corner. We can feel the crisp air and the cooler nights. Different Christmas decorations are now displayed all over the place – around the neighborhood, in the malls, churches, and even our offices.
If you prefer prefer holiday decorations that are different than the usual Santa Claus, snowmen, and Christmas lights, check out these great indoor holiday plants instead. Be eco-friendly! Remember, plants provide oxygen. They also clean the indoor air while providing holiday warmth.
Here are some plants you can use to add holiday charm to your homes:
Poinsettia
Poinsettias are one of the traditional Christmas symbols. The red and pink leaves that resemble petals add color to any room or space in your house.
Poinsettias love bright and humid locations. You can group this typical Christmas decoration in mono-color or mix them up. These living accents go with the holiday decors so well. They also make a perfect Christmas gift.
Christmas Cactus
The Christmas Cactus is a tropical plant with flattened leaf-like structures and ruffled flowers on tips. They come in different colors of red, fuchsia, orange and cream and they grow best under bright indirect light and moist soil. They will produce flower buds when placed in cooler temperatures for 6-8 weeks.
Arrange your Christmas Cactus in a decorative container. Add twigs and stems to enhance the look for an instant ornate display. You can place them on the counter tops of your kitchen or windowsills for a joyful touch throughout the holidays.
Amaryllis
Amaryllis, also known as naked lilies, comes in white, crimson, pink or purple. It is one of the best in the bulb family. Each bulb grows produces 1-2 leafless stems. Each stem bears a bunch of 2 to 12 funnel-shaped flowers at their tip. Each flower has three outer sepals and three inner petals.
Amaryllis can be used in a flower arrangement. Amaryllis also makes a unique and clever gift. Plant an Amaryllis now. Watch it bloom and make the spirit of Christmas come alive!
Paperwhites
Paperwhites are the most fragrant of all flowers. They are perennial bulbous plants that bear trumpet-shaped flowers. Paperwhites ordinarily come in whites, but they are also available in yellow. They can be grown outdoors during warm climates, and indoors during winter. Although paperwhites do not usually bloom during winter, they make wonderful holiday gifts.
Cyclamens
Cyclamens bear large red, white, or purple flowers. They are considered temporary houseplants because they die after the flower blooms.
Mini Moth Orchids
Mini moth orchids are perfect choice for a dramatic centerpiece on a dining room table. Their exotic shapes and stunning white, pink and speckled blooms will surely enhance any room in the house. They can be used as a standalone or they can be grouped together. Decorate it with a sprig of greens and you have an instant, high impact decoration!
Norfolk Island Pine
Norfolk Island Pine stands from 14-44 inches when you find it on sale; however, it will grow more than 6-foot tall after few years. The pine tree will make a good substitute for your artificial Christmas tree. You can decorate it with ribbons, balls, and miniature lights. The initial investment is well worth it.
Enjoy the holidays and give your home a unique touch with these festive and colorful live plants.
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well i made this video just because i did not make a video of my bedroom decorations this christmas.so i made one tonight.so you can see how it looked for the holidays.the tree i had lit until mid janurary lol so the lights were not on all this time! just haven’t gotten around to making a video of all this.i will replace the tree with a candle.the candles i keep in all the window all year round.
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Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 23, 2008
Families across the world are gearing up for the Christmas holiday season. And as many families are beginning to prepare for winter by pulling out the scarves and hats and stocking up on Cocoa, Season Dreams has been hard at work, pulling together the 2008 Christmas Collection, complete with a fresh new crop of the latest holiday trends.
Contrast Makes the Difference
High contrast color combinations such as robin’s egg blue set against dark cocoa, sage green with rich berry tones, and the simplicity of black paired with white will be some of the hottest colors combinations for this year’s cold weather season. The most popular trends this season are funky, colorful, unique and incredibly retro spins on old traditions. Season Dreams has a full collection of trees that offer just that. How about incorporating a Blue Tinsel Vogue Christmas Tree adorned with twinkle lights to make a bold and unique statement of your personal style. Or adorn your home with a festive Tinsel Tree for a classic look straight out of the 1950’s.
Mixing Seasons
One of the easiest ways to update your Christmas décor is to incorporate elements from your collection of other seasonal decorations. Let Christmas flow from autumn into winter by using accents of deep oranges and reds, as well as leather and velvet combined with brass. Reminiscent of Thanksgiving, these decorations focus on the warmth of the season that comes from family get-togethers, roaring fires and festive dinners. As fall approaches, consider changing out your potted flowers with one of our Pre-lit Barcelona Potted Trees or a lively Spiral Topiary for a beautiful and classic look that is appropriate for any season.
The Great Outdoors
Outdoor Christmas decorating used to be limited to lights on trees or a plastic Santa. But today, the outside of the house is where some of the biggest changes in trends have occurred. Many homeowners compete with their neighbors to have the most impressive display on their block or even in their entire suburb. These exterior decorators want to add the latest innovations in outdoor décor, including movement, lights and three-dimensional excitement. One of the most popular items in our outdoor décor collection is our Stackable Mesh Snowman with LED Lights that make a bold statement. This fun yard display allows you to build your snowman one piece at a time, just as you did as a child. Or, add a twist to a classic tradition with our Grapevine Sculptured Angel, complete with a halo of beautiful glowing lights.
For even more fresh ideas and hot decorating trends for the 2008 season, visit seasondreams.com.
About Season Dreams
Founded in 2006, Season Dreams is one of the Nation’s leading online retailers of high-quality pre-lit Christmas trees and unique holiday decorations and accessories. The company is committed to offering only the highest quality products, paired with exceptional value and superior customer service. For more information and to browse the complete product line, visit www.seasondreams.com.
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