photo credit: Sergio Goncalves Chicago
As we all know, when it comes to outdoor Christmas decorations, there is never a time when it is too early to begin planning that outdoor look.

We spend time analyzing just what theme we want to use, planning the layout and the associated wiring, choosing that lively holiday music and finally finding the appropriate pieces to complement those we have already.

Once done, we then schedule the time to put everything into place. The really hectic activity usually starts the first day of November and is completed by Thanksgiving Day.

However, is that all there is to our Christmas planning?

We have all seen the ads geared to loosening our hold on our wallets. Many of those ads appeal to children with the hopes we will not deny them the latest “must have” of their heart.

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The use of outdoor Christmas decorations helps fulfill one of the objectives of the Christmas season. By adorning the outside of your home, you are sharing a bit of your joy and exuberance with the rest of the neighborhood.

photo credit: Beaukiss Steve

Growing up in a small rural community, there was not a big opportunity for outdoor decorating. If folks had a decorating budget at all, their money was spent on indoor decorating. Christmas trains running around the Christmas tree were popular. Department 56 style Christmas villages appeared as soon as the Thanksgiving celebration had ended. Christmas wreaths, candles, and bows seemed to appear from nowhere.

However, this did not stop me from trying my hand at outdoor Christmas decorations. As a result of a contest for selling newspapers, I won a set of outdoor Christmas lights. These were the huge C-9  lights, but that was all right with me. They gave me an idea.

My first attempt at outdoor lighting was to create a star out of plywood. After cutting out the pattern, I drilled holes to hold the individual lights. With this first attempt, I did not use any preservatives so this star was not an everlasting star.

Once the star was completed and the lights were tested, I affixed the star to an unused chimney on our house with wire, plugged it into an extension cord and waited for nightfall.

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When it comes to inflatable Christmas Decorations, this “Grandma Got Ran Over By a Reindeer Holiday Steamroller” has to be one of funniest. Designed to complement the song by the same name it is sure to be a winner.

“Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” is a novelty Christmas song, which led to the creation of an animated movie with the same title.

Written by Randy Brooks, the song was originally performed by the husband and wife duo of Elmo and Patsy Shropshire in 1979.

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Snowman decorations always add a little bit of spice and wonder of the winter season to your outdoor Christmas decorations. If you do not live in an area that gets a lot of snow at this time of the year or you just don’t want to spend time in the cold making your own snowman, this snowman yard art may be just the item you have been looking for. With quick 3-piece asembly you will be back in front of the fireplace in no time.

Icy Crystal Snowman Lighted Christmas Yard Art Item # 40426 Features a festively dressed snowman with icy crystalline finish Illuminated with clear mini lights Replacement bulbs and fuses provided Dimensions: 26″H x 20.5″W x 9″D Materials: Metal, acrylic, fiber UL listed for indoor/outdoor use 120V, 60HZ, 0.12A White cord, 68″ lead Quick and easy 3-piece assembly

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The magical kingdom of Disney comes to life with these Christmas lawn ornaments. Everybody loves Winnie The Poo and friends and this addition will add that magical ambience to your outdoor Christmas decorations. Let these loveable characters light up your lawn this Christmas. Share the magic of Christmas with your neighborhood by including Winnie the Poo, Tigger, Kanga, Roo, Piglet, and Eyeore in your decorating theme.

Disney Winnie The Pooh & Friends Yard Art By Roman Inc. Item #169570 Illuminated with 150 clear mini-lights For indoor/outdoor use Dimensions: 42″H

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Are you looking for the perfect way to complement your outdoor Christmas decorations? The Holy Family figures are the central characters to any outdoor Nativity scene. Now you can display that Nativity scene with Mary, Joseph, and the Baby Jesus outlined in mini-lights right on your front lawn or porch.

From The Roman Lights Yard Art Collection From Roman Inc. Item #169888 The Holy Family is lit by 210 Mini Lights and includes Mary Joseph and Baby Jesus Easy to assemble and includes everything you need to put together in a snap Dimensions: 48″H X 66″W Material(s): Metal, PVC For Indoor/Outdoor use 3.5V

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Christmas yard decor comes in all shapes and sizes. As you browse through individual posts on this website, you will discover several different ideas for livening up your lawn this Christmas season.

For a little different focus with your Christmas yard decor, take a look at this LED light show cone Christmas tree. The use of wide angle bulbs greatly enhance the visual aspects of this yard art. For additional decorating ideas, visit our CHRISTMAS STORE If you are looking for gift shopping ideas, visit our SISTER SITE

Pre-Lit LED Christmas Tree Decoration Item #03585 Pre-lit with 200 multi-color mini LED lights Bulb size: wide angle Multi-color consists of red, blue, amber and green Cycles 9 different dazzling light show effects ranging from: steady burning, slow fade, random twinkle, fast spiral just to name a few Glowing star tree topper White metal frame and stand 9′ black lead cord UL listed for Indoor/Outdoor use 120V, 60Hz, 0.13A Ground stakes included Materials: Metal/Wire/Plastic Dimensions: 6 feet high x 28″ Diameter 4-piece easy assembly

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Can there be better outdoor Xmas decorations than those that include merging the icon of winter and the symbol of Chist’s birth? This holographic snowman will stand gallantly urging all to follow Him this Christmas season.

Holographic 48″ tall lawn decor. Light up your entry way or yard with this charming decor. 150 lights; Indoor/Outdoor.

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Two popular lighted outdoor Christmas decorations are Tinkerbell and Christmas presents wrapped in bright Christmas lights. With this yard art you get the best of both.

It seems as if people like to relive their childhood dreams and fantasies through their lighted outdoor Christmas decorations. Just take a look around your neighborhood during the Christmas season and you will see all kinds of characters come to life. Let this yard art brighten your neighborhood and allow others to relive their childhood through your creativity.

From the Disney Tinkerbell Collection Item #169542 Officially Licensed Product Illuminated with 35 Clear & Purple mini lights UL Listed for Indoor/Outdoor use 30″ white lead cord 3.5 Volts Dimensions: 18″H x 9″W Material(s): PVC/Metal Ground stake and cable ties included Single-sided

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Add a bit of mystique to your holiday decorations by including this sledding “Snowkid” as part of your outdoor Christmas decorations. This is one holiday decoration that will definitely fit in with your outdoor environment if your are fortunate enouth to live where snow is a possibility. If this isn’t the case, do what the ski resorts do when snow is lacking. Make your own snow through the use of a Snow Making Machine.

Woven Pearl “Snowkid” Lighted Christmas Sculpture Wire frame sculpture Features a snowchild clad in blue scarf and hat…ready for a toboggan run! Pre-lit with 70 random twinkling lights Set up and storage a snap Rust resistant wire One year manufacturer guarantee Plug in, UL Listed for indoor/outdoor use Materials: Metal, PVC, glass Approximate measurements: 24″H x 16.25″W

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