Decorating for the Christmas holiday season on a budget can be difficult, but there are plenty of online resources available to help you find decorations to suit every budget. This Mahalo page collects links to websites offering hints and tips on how to make, find and buy Christmas ornaments while staying within your Christmas decorating budget.
Popular Budget Christmas Ornaments
- Paper fans
- Pine cones
- Decorated pine cones
- Metal cookie cutters
- Fabric bows
- Paper ribbon bows
- Small toys
- Homemade Christmas ornaments
- Candy canes
Christmas Ornaments in the U.S.
Christmas ornaments gained popularity in the United States in the 1800s when Franklin Winfield Woolworth began selling German-manufactured glass ball ornaments in his popular chain of five-and-dime stores.Hallmark: History of the Christmas Ornament
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Fast Facts
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Christmas is celebrated on December 25th
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For Christians, Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ
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Christmas can also be celebrated secularly
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Christmas ornaments were first thought to be used in the 1500sHallmark: History of the Christmas Ornament
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Gained popularity in the United States in the 1800s
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Christmas ornaments are commonly made of glass, ceramic, plastic, wood, metal
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Can be homemade or purchased
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Can become heirlooms or collectibles
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Popular Christmas ornaments depict Santa Claus, reindeer, elves, penguins, snowflakes, toy soldiers, Christmas presents
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Many ornaments with licensed characters available
