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• "Deck the halls with boughs of holly" aren't just the words to a popular Christmas song, they represent the tradition of Christmas decorating. Whether you're trimming the tree or lighting up the lawn, take a look at the links on this page for tips, ideas and merchandise to brighten your holiday season.

• Fast Facts

  1. Christmas 2009 is Friday, December 25th
  2. Christmas falls annually on December 25th
  3. Popular decorations include light strings, wreaths, lawn decorations, ornaments, nativity scenes
  4. Decorations can be made from natural materials like holly, mistletoe, pine cones, pine branches

• Origins of the Christmas Tree

  A popular decoration during the Christmas season is the Christmas tree, but where did the tradition come from? There are several different beliefs about the origin of the Christmas tree. Here are a few examples:

  1. The tree dates back to the original tree of knowledge depicted in the Bible.Ornament Shop: Oh What a Lovely Tree
  2. It represents the wood from the cross on which Christ was crucified.Ornament Shop: Oh What a Lovely Tree
  3. The evergreen was a symbol of the Roman holiday, Saturnalia.Ornament Shop: Oh What a Lovely Tree

• Christmas Decoration Trivia

  Did you know that the first tinsel was originally made in Germany during the early seventeenth century? It was made from shredded silver, but because silver tarnishes, it was eventually made from artificial materials.About.com: The History of Christmas Stuff

  Candy canes were originally straight and instead of being striped, they were plain white.About.com: The History of Christmas Stuff

  During the 1800s Christmas trees were decorated with actual fruits and nuts.The Holiday Spot: History and Tradition of Christmas Ornaments

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