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RED HOOK W/BELL STOCKING HOLDR RED HOOK W/BELL STOCKING HOLDR
Red Hook with Bell Stocking Holder
An easy and festive way to hang your wreath where Santa's sure to see it!Decorated with jingle bells and ribbon. Metal. 12'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37421
Retail $9.95 to $13.95
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REINDEER WATER BALL REINDEER WATER BALL
Reindeer Water Ball
Get into the Holiday spirit with this festive snowglobe. The reindeer inside has taken a page from Santa's book and is dressed for the season. The colorful base makes this a very merry addition to your home. Polyresin and glass. 4'' x 4'' x 4 1/2'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37273
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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140 MUSICAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 140 MUSICAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS A 140 light set that plays eight holiday favorites as the bulbs twinkle in time! Or you can choose the SteadyLite feature.(1 SET) WHOLESALE, CHRISTMAS
MSRV $27.95
Catalog $19.95
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Christmas Church Light Christmas Church Light

Christmas Church Light
A snow-laden church from a time gone by, to put you in the holiday spirit. It lights up with a cozy glow, and comes with lamp post and Christmas caroler figures. Alabastrite. UL Recognized.    13'' x 7'' x 11'' high. Set
Retail Price $49.95 to $67.95
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Christmas Plate Set with Rack Christmas Plate Set with Rack

Christmas Plate Set with Rack
Three decorative porcelain plates on a metal rack with "Merry Christmas" banner. 27-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 15-5/8" high. Price per set.
Retail Price $32.95 to $44.95
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Holiday Village Street Light Holiday Village Street Light

Holiday Village Street Light
Festive village street lights up. UL recognized. Two lightbulbs included. Alabastrite. 14-1/2" x 5" x 7-5/8" high.
Retail Price $39.95 to $53.95
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Holiday Design Cheese Spreaders Holiday Design Cheese Spreaders

Holiday Design Cheese Spreaders
Holiday cheese spreaders. 1-1/8" x 1-1/8" x 4-3/4" high. Set of 4.
Retail Price $9.95 to $13.95
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POINSETTIA PLANT POINSETTIA PLANT
Poinsettia Plant
Enjoy the seasonal beauty of a brilliant poinsettia--- without worrying about watering!Includes a genuine terra cotta pot. 10'' diameter x 10 1/2'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37088
Retail $19.95 to $27.95
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Christmas Plate Set Christmas Plate Set

Christmas Plate Set
Christmas plate set with stand. Alabastrite and plastic. 6 3/4'' x 1'' x 6 3/4'' high. Set of 2.
Retail Price $19.95 to $27.95
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HAPPY HOLIDAY'S SIGN HAPPY HOLIDAY'S SIGN
Happy Holidays' Sign
Welcome friends and family, and shout it to the world it's a great time of year! A colorful sign of 100% tin.12'' x 1/4'' x 12'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37089
Retail $11.95 to $16.95
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Christmas Wall Plaque Christmas Wall Plaque

Christmas Wall Plaque
Holiday wall hanging features Santa, snowman, and reindeer. Alabastrite with ceramic finish. 3 1/2'' x 1 1/8'' x 19 3/4'' high.
Retail Price $9.90 to $13.95
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LIGHT BULB STEPPING STONES S/3 LIGHT BULB STEPPING STONES S/3
Light Bulb Stepping Stones
Pave a path to your door and welcome everyone to your home for the holidays!A delightful set of three resin stones, in blue, red and green. Stones may also be hung as wall decor. 5 1/2'' x 1'' x 11 1/4'' high. Set of 3 (1 SET) WFM-37090
Retail $39.95 to $54.95
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Metal Christmas Wall Plaque Metal Christmas Wall Plaque

Metal Christmas Wall Plaque
'Merry Christmas'' painted metal sign, decorated with art glass and acrylic beads. Gold-tone frame. 15 1/4'' x 24'' high.
Retail Price $12.90 to $17.95
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ORNAMENT BIRDHOUSE ORNAMENT BIRDHOUSE
Ornament Birdhouse
Everyone's welcome for the holidays, including your fine feathered friends!A clever Christmas tree ornament doing double duty as a miniature birdhouse. Ceramic.7'' x 7'' x 8'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37091
Retail $29.95 to $40.95
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Plush Christmas Stocking Plush Christmas Stocking

Plush Christmas Stocking
Plush Christmas stocking with Santa, reindeer, and snowman. Polyester. 16 1/4'' x 21 3/4'' high.
Retail Price $14.85 to $20.95
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HAPPY HOLIDAY'S YARD ART HAPPY HOLIDAY'S YARD ART
Happy Holidays' Yard Art
In the holiday spirit?Let everyone know, with this big, bright and festive yard sign! 100% tin.12'' x 1/4'' x 37'' high.    (1 EA) WFM-37092
Retail $22.95 to $31.95
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Plush Christmas Hanging Calendar Plush Christmas Hanging Calendar

Plush Christmas Hanging Calendar
Plush Christmas hanging calendar with Santa, reindeer, and snowman. Polyester. 16 1/2'' x 22'' high.
Retail Price $19.95 to $27.95
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X-MAS ORNAMENT PLATES SET OF 4 X-MAS ORNAMENT PLATES SET OF 4
Christmas Ornament Plates
Dress up the Christmas dinner table with the festive color and spirited design of these ceramic ''ornament'' plates.Dishwasher/microwave safe. 7 1/4'' diameter.Set of 4. California Prop 65 notice (1 SET) WFM-37093
Retail $34.95 to $47.95
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X-MAS CAROLING KITS MUGS SET/2 X-MAS CAROLING KITS MUGS SET/2
Christmas Caroling Kits Mugs
Keep your hands and voice as warm as your heart when you go caroling with a steaming cup of your favorite holiday beverage.And take a friend--- you've got two cups!Dolomite. Dishwasher/microwave safe.3 1/2'' diameter x 4 1/2'' high. Set of 2 (1 SET) WFM-37094
Retail $19.95 to $27.95
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Fabric Christmas Bear Family Fabric Christmas Bear Family

Fabric Christmas Bear Family
Fabric Christmas bear family. 100% polyester. Teddy Dad: 17'' x 32'' high. Set of 3.
Retail Price $119.85 to $160.95
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WOOD DRUMMER NUTCRACKER WOOD DRUMMER NUTCRACKER

Nutcracker Drummer
Bring a time-honored Christmas tradition home with this brightly painted wood nutcracker.5'' x 6 1/2'' x 24.'' (1 EA) WFM-35610 CHRISTMAS COLLECTIBLES
Retail $29.95 to $39.95
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OUT 40 Inch Snowman Tree Skirt OUT 40 Inch Snowman Tree Skirt

Snowman Tree Skirt
A snow family to snuggle beneath your tree! Generous 40'' Polyester skirt withplaid ruffle trim wraps your tree in country charm.40'' diameter. (1 EA) WFM-35712 CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRTS
Retail $24.95 to $33.95
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X-MAS STAINED GLASS PHOTO FRME X-MAS STAINED GLASS PHOTO FRME
Christmas Stained Glass Photo Frame
Tuck your most treasured holiday memory into this traditional red and green frame. The dangling angel charm in the opposite pane adds just the right amount of Christmas whimsy to this adorable keepsake! Holds 2 1/2'' x 3 1/2'' photo. Glass. 7 7/8'' x 3/4'' x 6 3/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37594
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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6 PC CHRISTMAS VILLAGE-PORC 6 PC CHRISTMAS VILLAGE-PORC
Porcelain Christmas Village
A charming holiday setting in a traditional Old World church, lit from within to create a festive mood indeed!Porcelain includes 2 trees, fountain, people and lamp post. UL Recognized.Bulb included. 8'' x 5 1/4'' x 10'' high. 6 pieces. (1 SET) WFM-37111
Retail $39.95 to $53.95
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X-MAS CHOIR FIGURINE GIFT SET X-MAS CHOIR FIGURINE GIFT SET
Christmas Choir Figurine Gift Set
Days of Christmas past are brought to mind with these caroler figures. Even Santa and a snowman have joined the chorus! A nostalgic streetlamp and decorated tree complete the scene. PVC and Alabastrite. Tallest figure is 3 1/8'' high. (1 SET) WFM-37645
Retail $19.95 to $27.95
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SQUARE X-MAS TREE CANDLEHOLDER SQUARE X-MAS TREE CANDLEHOLDER
Square Christmas Tree Candleholder
A square glass and metal candleholder rests on rounded feet, with Christmas tree insets on all four sides to shape the holiday candlelight.Tealight candles only (not included). 3 3/4'' x 4 1/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37152
Retail $7.95 to $11.95
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SQUARE X-MAS ANGEL CANDLEHOLDR SQUARE X-MAS ANGEL CANDLEHOLDR
Square Christmas Angel Candleholder
Nestle a glowing tealight into this heavenly candleholder of glass, with elegant metal trim.Tealight not included. 3 3/4'' x 3 3/4'' x 4 1/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37153
Retail $7.95 to $11.95
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SQUARE SNOWFLAKE CANDLEHOLDER SQUARE SNOWFLAKE CANDLEHOLDER
Square Snowflake Candleholder
Metal snowflakes decorate the sides of this square tealight candleholder.Candle not included.Glass/metal construction. 3'' x 3 1/4'' high. (1 SET) WFM-37155
Retail $12.95 to $17.95
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MERRY XMAS WOOD BIRDHOUSE MERRY XMAS WOOD BIRDHOUSE
Merry Christmas Wood Birdhouse
When it's time for the little birdies to come home for the holidays, what better destination than this snow-capped refuge--- where Santa awaits! Wood. 5 1/2'' x 5 1/2'' x 7 1/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37156
Retail $16.95 to $23.95
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CHRISTMAS TREE W/GOLD TRIM CHRISTMAS TREE W/GOLD TRIM
Christmas Tree with Gold Trim
A clear glass Christmas tree with deep golden trim sparkles in the light of your Christmas candles on the dinner table. 4 1/4'' diameter x 6 1/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37479
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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GINGERBREAD BIRDHOUSE-WOOD GINGERBREAD BIRDHOUSE-WOOD
Wooden Gingerbread Birdhouse
Whether an outside home for winter warblers, or a festive decor item adding lively color and whimsical fun to your hearth, the gingerbread man welcomes the chance to bring his house to yours for the holidays! Wood. 7 1/2'' x 5 1/2''x 7 3/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37157
Retail $16.95 to $23.95
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CHRISTMAS ANGEL PLUSH PILLOW CHRISTMAS ANGEL PLUSH PILLOW
Christmas Angel Plush Pillow
An adorable angel floats on a plush pillow as puffy as a cloud. Polyester.13 1/2'' square x 6 1/4'' thick. (1 EA) WFM-37180
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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PLUSH ANGEL STOCKING PLUSH ANGEL STOCKING
Plush Angel Stocking
Every little angel at your house deserves a big, soft stocking just waiting for Santa to fill it to the brim! Polyester.11'' x 17 1/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37181
Retail $9.95 to $13.95
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Baby's First Christmas Stocking Baby's First Christmas Stocking
Baby's First Christmas Stocking
Honor a newborn's first Christmas with a charming holiday accent designed just for baby! Sweet pastel tones and timeless infant imagery make either stocking an ideal keepsake. Plush with applique. 7 1/2" x 16" high. (1 EA) WFM-37385
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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Deck The Halls Poker Santa Deck The Halls Poker Santa
Deck The Halls Poker Santa
It's hard to read Santa's poker face behind that beard, but from the looks of things he's got the winning hand! Plush. 12" x 12" high. (1 EA) WFM-37391
Retail $24.95 to $33.95
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CHRISTMAS CACTUS COOKIE JAR CHRISTMAS CACTUS COOKIE JAR
Christmas Cactus Cookie Jar
Keeping a sharp eye on the Christmas cookies is this decorative and eye-catching cactus cowboy. Dolomite.Not recommended for dishwasher or microwave. 9'' X 7 1/4'' X 12'' high. California Prop 65 notice (1 EA) WFM-37527
Retail $34.95 to $48.95
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4 PC. X-MAS ANGEL PLACEMATS 4 PC. X-MAS ANGEL PLACEMATS
Christmas Angel Placemats
Prepare your table for the finest of holiday feasts with this set of Christmas Angel placemats, beautifully rendered in holiday hues of blue and gold. Vinyl. 18'' x 12'' high.Set of 4. (1 SET) WFM-37680
Retail $5.95 to $8.95
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Golf Snowman Stocking Golf Snowman Stocking
Golf Snowman Stocking
You'll hit a hole-in-one with your favorite avid golfer when presenting him this whimsical stocking stuffed with those must-have items to improve his game! Plush. 7 1/2" x 16" high. (1 EA) WFM-37392
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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Plush Playing Cards Stocking Plush Playing Cards Stocking
Plush Playing Cards Stocking
When your lucky stocking features a Royal Flush, it's no gamble that Santa's going to go all in and fill it to the brim! Plush. 7 1/2" x 16" high. (1 EA) WFM-37393
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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Christmas Angel Dessert Plates Christmas Angel Dessert Plates
Christmas Angel Dessert Plates
Your favorite Christmas confection will taste even more heavenly when served on one of these glorious dessert plates! Set comes packaged in its own elegant gift box. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Porcelain. 8 1/4" diameter.Set of 4 (1 SET) WFM-37704
Retail $29.95 to $40.95
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SET OF 4 CHRISTMAS ANGEL MUG SET OF 4 CHRISTMAS ANGEL MUG
Christmas Angel Mugs
A steaming beverage served in one of these four divinely designed 12 oz. mugs is sure to take the chill off the coldest of winter mornings! Stoneware. Microwave and dishwasher safe.4 1/2'' x 3'' x 4 1/2'' high. Set of 4.California Prop 65 notice (1 SET) WFM-37700
Retail $19.95 to $27.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID DINNER PLATES S/4 PERFECTLY PLAID DINNER PLATES S/4
PERFECTLY PLAID DINNER PLATES S/4
Everyone's favorite frosty friends are here to join your holiday meal! Each snow-white plate is brightened by a cheery red border, and right in the center is an adorable member of this winter-wonderful family. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Porcelain. Each plate is 10" diameter. Set of 4 (1 SET) WFM-37712
Retail $34.95 to $47.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID BOWLS PERFECTLY PLAID BOWLS
PERFECTLY PLAID BOWLS
Kids can't wait to see the "surprise": There's a friend waiting at the bottom of every bowl! Jaunty red-and-green are bright against these ceramic bowls so white, putting a special bit of fun into every single bite! Microwave and dishwasher safe. Porcelain. 7" diameter x 2" deep. Set of 4 (1 SET) WFM-37713
Retail $29.95 to $40.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID CAKE PLATE PERFECTLY PLAID CAKE PLATE
PERFECTLY PLAID CAKE PLATE
Roly-poly snowmen play "ring around the cake"! Candy-cane colors and whimsical style display any dessert with a holiday smile, for an extra-tempting treat! Dishwasher safe. Porcelain. 10 1/2" diameter x 4 1/2" high. (1 EA) WFM-37714
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID SERVING PLATTER PERFECTLY PLAID SERVING PLATTER
PERFECTLY PLAID SERVING PLATTER
Four frisky snowmen all decked out for fun are a merry middle on this pleasing plate, sized to hold tons of treats. An amusing way to add holiday magic to everything you eat! Porcelain. 14" x 11" x 1 1/2" deep. (1 EA) WFM-37715
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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X-MAS ANGEL SERVING PLATTER X-MAS ANGEL SERVING PLATTER
Christmas Angel Serving Platter
A duo of angels, resplendent in their snowflake gowns, brings the spirit of the season to your table with this delightful serving platter. Hand wash only. Not microwave safe. Dolomite. 12'' x 6 1/4'' x 1'' high. California Prop 65 notice (1 EA) WFM-37705
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID SUGAR/CREAMER PERFECTLY PLAID SUGAR/CREAMER
PERFECTLY PLAID SUGAR/CREAMER
Start the day with a smile; this set is such an adorable accessory for your breakfast table! Everyone's favorite wintertime folk add cheer to this sugar-and-creamer duo. Dishwasher safe. Porcelain. Each jar is 4 1/8" x 3" x 3 1/8" high. Set of 2 (1 SET) WFM-37719
Retail $12.95 to $17.95
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4 PC. X-MAS ANGEL COASTERS 4 PC. X-MAS ANGEL COASTERS
Christmas Angel Coasters
The designs of these attractive coasters bring some extra Christmas cheer to the holiday libation you put upon them. Set of 4. Dolomite. 4'' diameter. (1 SET) WFM-37706
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKIN RINGS PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKIN RINGS
PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKIN RINGS
Cheerful porcelain in bright reds and greens complete your holiday tabletop scene! These little rings add the finishing touch to any yuletide table. A perfect match for our Perfectly Plaid Dinner Plates and Bowls! Porcelain. 1 1/8" diameter x 1 1/4" high.Set of 4 (1 SET) WFM-37720
Retail $10.95 to $15.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID SNOWMAN APRON PERFECTLY PLAID SNOWMAN APRON
PERFECTLY PLAID SNOWMAN APRON
Jolly Mrs. Snowman is here to help you bake! festive apron is just right to keep you neat and clean as you whip up a batch of holiday goodies. Fabric. 23 1/2" x 27". (1 Each) WFM-37721
Retail $6.95 to $9.95
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PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKINS PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKINS
PERFECTLY PLAID S/4 NAPKINS
Invite a snowman to dinner! Top your table with these cute little napkins to complete your holiday theme; each napkin features a different snow-friend, just like our dinnerware; mix-and-match for coordinated cheer! Fabric. Each napkin is 18" square. Set of 4 (1 SET) WFM-37724
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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SET 3 X-MAS ACTIVITY BOOKS SET 3 X-MAS ACTIVITY BOOKS
Christmas Activity Books
Christmas joy continues well after the presents are unwrapped with this collection of delightful books. This ideal stocking stuffer provides hours of reading and coloring fun! Includes an oversize coloring book, activity book, and pop-up book. Largest book is 11" x 14" high. Set of 3 (1 EA) WFM-37696
Retail $7.95 to $10.95
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CHRISTMAS ANGEL TREE SKIRT CHRISTMAS ANGEL TREE SKIRT
Christmas Angel Tree Skirt
A delightful plush angel flies against a snowy village background, bringing Christmas cheer to all below! This heavenly scene is the perfect way to wrap your tree this holiday season. The generous 40'' fabric skirt with ruffle trim is the most divine accessory to any holiday scheme. (1 EA) WFM-37711
Retail $24.95 to $34.95
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VELVET BOOT SHAPED STOCKING VELVET BOOT SHAPED STOCKING
Velvet Boot Shaped Stocking
Santa's sure to take a shine to this soft, velvet stocking in the shape of a stylish Western boot! (1 EA) WFM-37386
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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CACTUS VELVET STOCKING CACTUS VELVET STOCKING
Cactus Velvet Stocking
A bright yellow moon shines down on the saguaro-studded desert, a fitting scene for a Southwest Christmas! Embroidered velvet.7 1/2'' x 16'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37387
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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CACTUS PLUSH TREE SKIRT CACTUS PLUSH TREE SKIRT
Cactus Plush Tree Skirt
The mystical Kokopelli figure dances through the desert scenery on this colorful and unique Christmas tree skirt with a Southwestern flair. Embroidered plush.40'' diameter. (1 EA) WFM-37388
Retail $39.95 to $53.95
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PLUSH STOCKING W/COYOTE PLUSH STOCKING W/COYOTE
Singing Coyote Plush Stocking
A tribute to the spirit of the great Southwest, as a howling coyote sings a nighttime song. A holiday stocking with style! Plush.7 1/2'' x 16'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37390
Retail $19.95 to $27.95
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SNOWFLAKE PATTERN STOCKING SNOWFLAKE PATTERN STOCKING
Snowflake Pattern Stocking
Kids young and old will be delighted to hang this colorful, snowflake pattern stocking by the chimney with care! Plush. 7 1/2'' x 16'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37394
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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GIRLZ ROCK VELVET STOCKING GIRLZ ROCK VELVET STOCKING
Girlz Rock' Velvet Stocking
Add some festive flair to your mantle this holiday season with this sassy pink and purple stocking that proclaims ''Girlz Rock''. Polyester. 7 1/2''x 15 3/4'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37395
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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PLUSH DOG STOCKING PLUSH DOG STOCKING
Plush Dog Stocking
Now Man's Best Friend can receive gifts from Santa in this bright and festive embroidered stocking! Plush. 7 1/2''x 16'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37396
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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PLUSH CAT STOCKING PLUSH CAT STOCKING
Plush Cat Stocking
Reward your favorite feline on Christmas morning with a brightly colored embroidered stocking full of her favorite things! 7 1/2''x 16'' high. (1 EA) WFM-37397
Retail $17.95 to $24.95
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CHRISTMAS CAKE STAND HOLDER CHRISTMAS CAKE STAND HOLDER
Christmas Cake Stand Holder
Serve your sweetest Christmas confection on this colorful, striped base pedestal plate. The mini ornaments dangling from the plate add a touch of holiday cheer to any table. Dolomite.5 3/4'' diameter x 3 1/4'' high. Hand wash. (1 EA) WFM-37416
Retail $14.95 to $20.95
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A Brief History of Christmas Traditions
Christmas is filled with traditions and events, but how did they start and why do we still do them? Traditions are often passed down throughout generations for centuries, but the origins are often unknown or forgotten.

History of Celebrating Christmas
Christmas was originally called “The Feast of the Nativity of Jesus”. The word “nativity” comes from the Latin word Natalis, meaning birthday. The observance probably does not date earlier than 200 AD and did not become widespread until the 4th century. The actual date of Jesus birth is unknown but what is known is that Christian leaders in 336 A.D. set the date to December 25 in an attempt to eclipse a popular pagan holiday in Rome. The date of Christmas coincides closely with the winter solstice in the Northern hemisphere, a time of rejoicing among many ancient cultures. Christmas, as the great popular festival of Western Europe, dates from the Middle Ages.


Santa Claus
Santa Claus was really known as St. Nicholas, he did not smoke a pipe, fly around in a wagon with any reindeer, goes down chimneys, worked with elves or live at the North Pole, he did however bring presents to children every year. According to tradition, he was born in the city of Patara, where he became bishop of Myra. He was imprisoned during the Roman emperor Diocletian's persecution of Christians but was released under the rule of Emperor Constantine the Great. After his death he was buried in his church at Myra. In 1087, Italian sailors stole his alleged remains from Myra and took them to Bari, Italy. Nicholas' relics remain enshrined in the 11th-century basilica of San Nicola, Bari. Nicholas' had a reputation for generosity and kindness for the poor and unhappy. He was said to have given marriage dowries of gold to three girls whom poverty would otherwise have forced into lives of prostitution. The money was left in their stockings, which hung over the fireplace to dry. He became the patron saint of Russia and Greece. After the Reformation, Nicholas' fan disappeared in all the Protestant countries of Europe except Holland, where his legend persisted as Sinterklaas (a Dutch name, Saint Nicholas). Dutch colonists took this tradition with them to New Amsterdam (now New York City) in the American colonies in the 17th century. Sinterklaas was adopted by the country's English-speaking majority under the name Santa Claus, and his legend of a kindly old man was united with old Nordic folktales of a magician who punished naughty children and rewarded good children with presents.

The Christmas Tree
The Christmas tree is one of the most recognizable images of the season. Almost everywhere you go, it is the focal point of people's holiday decoration. You pile your gifts under the tree. You gather around your tree to sing Christmas carols. The concept of the Christmas Tree originated around 3000 B.C. in ancient Egypt. After the untimely death of King Osiris, his wife, Isis practiced the doctrine of the reincarnation of Osiris as a spirit. She claimed a full grown evergreen tree sprang overnight from a dead stump, symbolizing the new life of the Osiris spirit from his death. On each anniversary of Osiris birth, which was in late December, Isis would leave gifts around this tree.

One other story is when Jesus was pursued by Herod's soldiers, many plants offered them shelter. One such plant was the Pine Tree. When Mary was too weary to travel longer the family stopped at the edge of a forest to rest. A gnarled old pine which had grown hollow with its' years invited them to rest within its trunk. Then it closed its branches down and kept them safe until the soldiers had passed. Upon leaving, the Christ blessed the pine and the imprint of his little hand was left forever in the tree's fruit, the pine cone. If a cone is cut lengthwise the hand may still be seen.

Many pagan festivals used trees when honoring their gods and spirits. In Northern Europe the Vikings considered the evergreen a symbol and reminder that the darkness and cold of winter would end and the green of spring would return. The Druids of ancient England and France decorated oak trees with fruit and candles to honor their gods of harvests. At the festival Saturnalia the Romans decorated trees with trinkets and candles. The use of a Christmas tree indoors appears to have begun in Germany. German Christians would bring trees into their homes to decorate.

The tradition of the Christmas tree eventually spread through out Europe. The English Royalty help popularize the tree in England by decorating the first Christmas tree at Windsor Castle in 1841. Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, decorated the first English Christmas Tree with candles, candies, fruits, and gingerbread. When the German immigrants went to American they also brought along their Christmas trees. In the 1830's most Americans still considered the Christmas tree an oddity. One of the first public displays of a Christmas tree was set up by German Settlers in Pennsylvania. At the time many still considered the tree to be a symbol of pagans and it wasn't until the late 1800's that Americans began accepting the Christmas tree.

In 1880, Woolworths first sold manufactured Christmas tree ornaments, and they caught on very quickly. Martin Luther, in the 16th century, was walking through the woods late one night. As it was clear, many stars were shining through the branches of the trees giving the impression of twinkling lights. Luther was so inspired by the beauty of the sight that he cut down a small evergreen and brought it home. He recreated the stars by putting candles on the tree's branches. The first electrically lighted Christmas tree appeared in 1882. Calvin Coolidge in 1923 ceremoniously lit the first outdoor tree at the White House, starting that long tradition.


Fruit Cake and Christmas Cookies
Many people feel that fruit cakes improve greatly with age. When they are well saturated with alcoholic liquors, which raise the spirits and keep down mold, and are buried in powdered sugar in tightly closed tins, they have been enjoyed as long as 25 years after baking. No one knows how they got attached to Christmas. Cookies came European custom of decorating a fir tree with apples and small white wafers representing the Holy Eucharist. These wafers were later replaced by little pieces of pastry cut in the shapes of stars, angels, hearts, flowers, and bells.

Mistletoe
Mistletoe originated from the story of Balder and Frigga. Balder had a dream that he was going to die. His mother, Frigga, the goddess of love and beauty, was frantic about his dream To ensure her son's safety, Frigga went to all of the elements, as well as to all of the animals and plants, and asked them not to kill Balder. Balder's enemy, Loki, found a loophole in Frigga's request. Mistletoe grows on the tree it attaches itself to, and therefore has no roots of its own and could not be affected by Frigga's request. Loki made a poisoned dart with mistletoe, and killed Balder. For three days, all the elements tried their hardest to bring Balder back to life, but failed. Finally, the tears that Frigga cried for her dead son changed the red mistletoe berries to white, raising Balder from the dead. Frigga then reversed mistletoe's bad reputation, and kissed everyone who walked underneath it out of gratitude for getting her son back. The correct way to use a mistletoe is for the man to remove one berry when he kisses a woman. When all the berries are gone, there is no more kissing underneath that plant. It is believed that anunmarried woman not kissed under the mistletoe will remain single for another year.

Christmas Cards
The Christmas card began as a kind of stationery. The first card was produced by Sir Henry Cole who worked for the British Postal Service, and an artist he hired named John Horsley. This early card was a depiction of a Christmas scene framed in three panels. In the center panel was a homey table scene: children, parents and grandparents seated and some raising their glasses for a toast. On either side were panels depicting acts of Christmas charity: to the left, feeding the hungry -- to the right, clothing the naked. Underneath appears the now familiar phrase A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You. Actually cards were preceded by Christmas Pieces written by school boys in England as greetings to their parents and as proof of their progress in the art of writing.

Advent Wreaths
The Advent Wreath is a Lutheran custom that originated in Eastern Germany. They are round as a symbol of God's eternity and mercy. It is made of evergreens to symbolize God's everlastingness and our immortality. Green is also the Church's color of hope and new life. There are four candles, the three purple represent penance, sorrow, and longing expectation and one rose or pink that represents the hope and coming joy. In Denmark, the Christmas season begins on December 1, with the lighting of the calendar candle. The candle is marked with 24 lines, one for each day before Christmas -- the burning of the candle represents the waiting and preparing for Christ's coming.

12 Days of Christmas
The popular song The Twelve Days of Christmas is a song of Christian beliefs dating to the 16th century religious wars in England, with hidden references to the basic teachings of the faith. Each present represents a biblical term. On Http://www.debwebonline.com/Mercy_in_Jesus/twelvedays.html there is a list of the 12 symbols with their meanings:

1 Partridge in a pear tree = The One true God revealed in the person of Jesus Christ
2 Turtle Doves = The Old and New Testaments
3 French Hens = Faith, Hope and Charity
4 Calling Birds = the Four Gospels and/or the Four Evangelists
5 Golden Rings = The first Five Books of the Old Testament, the Pentateuch which contain the law condemning us of our sins.
6 Geese A-laying = the six days of creation
7 Swans A-swimming = the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, the seven sacraments of the Catholic faith
8 Maids A-milking = the eight beatitudes
9 Ladies Dancing = the nine Fruits of the Spirit
10 Lords A-leaping = the ten commandments
11 Pipers Piping = the eleven faithful apostles
12 Drummers Drumming = the twelve points of doctrine in the Apostle's Creed

Christmas Cane
A candy-maker in Indiana wanted to make a candy that would be a witness, so he made the Christmas Candy Cane. He incorporated several symbols from the birth, ministry, and death of Jesus Christ. He began with a stick of pure white, hard candy. White to symbolize the Virgin Birth and the sinless nature of Jesus, and hard to symbolize the Solid Rock, the foundation of the Church, and firmness of the promises of God. The candy-maker made the candy in the form of a J to represent the precious name of Jesus, who came to earth as our Savior. It could also represent the staff of the Good Shepherd. Thinking that the candy was somewhat plain, the candy-maker stained it with red stripes. He used three small stripes to show the stripes of the scourging Jesus received by which we are healed. The large red stripe was for the blood shed by Christ on the cross so that we could have the promise of eternal life.



Christmas Gifts
In ancient Rome, people exchanged gifts on New Years' Day. These might be jewelry, pieces of gold and silver, or home-made pastry, cookies and candies. Sweet things were given to ensure sweetness for the year to come, lamps to wish for the light and warmth, and money was given to wish for increasing wealth. Wrapping of gifts may have originated in Denmark. When the Apostles brought the Gospel to Rome, the people learned of the Three Wise Men who came from the Orient to present gifts to the newborn King. From then on, the old custom was only slightly changed. The exchanging of presents remained, but now it was done in imitation of the three wise men, on Christmas.

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