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How to Smart Shop for Christmas

We all like to have a plan for the holiday season. We know by when we need to cook, decorate, clean, and get gifts. But too often things don’t go as planned. As always happens in life, the unexpected can come up. Maybe you get swamped at work and have to stay late. Or maybe you get unexpectedly volunteered to make costumes or refreshments for your child’s holiday play. Or maybe some relatives decide that they are going to come stay with you at the last minute, and you have to unexpectedly play host. There’s a lot that could happen, and suddenly you find yourself scrambling last minute to get gifts for family and friends.

If this sounds like your life, consider an easier way to complete your holiday shopping: shop online. For the purpose of this article, let’s pretend you’re shopping for a stuffed animal. This is an easy example because stuffed animals are one size fits all, and can be an easy gift for anyone, unlike say, clothing, where you need to know someone’s size and taste to get them something appropriate. Plush toys are also appropriate for any age, and make a great holiday gift. So, here’s how to make online shopping your great time saver this holiday season.

Open All the Time

Unlike department stores, websites don’t close for business just because it’s after 9 at night. You can shop at any time that’s convenient for you. Maybe you wake up at 3 a.m. with insomnia, there’s no reason you can’t do your holiday shopping right then! The internet never closes, and so you don’t have to adhere to the store’s schedules, just shop whenever it works for you.

Saving Time

Shopping online is a really great way to save time. Say you need to buy some quick presents on your lunch break from work. You could drive to the store and fight with all the other shoppers during the lunch time rush to find a parking space. Then you could wait in line behind these same shoppers to make your purchase. Shopping online is much easier. Spend the time you could have spent traveling, parking, and waiting looking through the stores products. By the end of the lunch hour the stuffed lion and plush cat you picked out could already be on their way to your home, without any fuss from you.

Increased Choices

Online stores always seem to have more variety then anything in stores. Perhaps this is because there’s more space in their warehouses then in the stores, and things are less likely to be picked through and sold out. So if you’re looking for a stuffed lion, you can find many more varieties than in a store, and maybe find one that’s very unique.

Better Organization and More Categories

This is another way a shopping online can save you time. Good online websites put their products in easy to understand categories, which makes it easier to shop then running all over a big store looking for something. For example, if you looking for a plush cat, maybe there’s a category such as “Pet Stuffed Animals,” or if you’re looking for a stuffed lion there could be a category called “Jungle Stuffed Animals.” This way you don’t have to search through the entire toy department like you would in a physical store.

Save Gas

Not having to leave the comfort of your own home or work can not only save you time, but money, by not having to waste gas on another trip to the store. Even when you have to pay for shipping, you can sometimes save money, depending on how far away the store is. In fact, there are many online stores that have deals for free shipping, so then you definitely save some of your hard earned cash, and avoid polluting the environment. Here’s a tip for shipping: have it delivered to your work place. This way you don’t have to be at home when your stuffed lion or plush cat is delivered, and you don’t have to interrupt your day at all or have to make another gas wasting trip to the post office.

So as you can see, there are five great reasons why online shopping is better than regular shopping. It‘s a great way to save time and money. Find an online store that fits your gifting needs, and before you know it, holiday shopping will be a snap.

How Does your Amish Family Celebrate Christmas?

We were taught that Christmas is Jesus’s Birthday and that day is to be celebrated as such. However, in our actions to me it was just another Sunday. Many Christmas’s as a young child we never had company or went visiting on Christmas. We spend the day at home like any other in-between (since the Amish only have church every two weeks we had in-between Sundays) Sunday. My mother would read (silently) the bible or the Budget (Amish newspaper) and we usually played games. The only present we sometimes got was one board game for the whole family.

One year when I was in 3rd grade I think we got a Monopoly game so then we played that all day. My Father loved Monopoly and he was able to win most of the time. Other board games we had were Aggrivation, Chinese Checker, The Game of Life, and Upwords. The only card game we were allowed to play was Old Maid, Go Fish, and Uno. Many Amish do play cards for a pass time but my parents did not like playing cards. In our young folks group we played Rook quite a lot.

For the most part I know that many families got together on Christmas and exchanged gifts but we lived far away from any immediate family and my grandparents had all passed so we never had any place to go on the Holidays. The only other difference from everyday life is that my sisters and I would make some special treats (recipes that were too expensive in everyday life) like: rice krispie bars, chocolate covered pretzels and coconut bon bons. I also remember baking extra pies and breads so we could give some to the neighbors. I really enjoyed that because I knew the neighbors loved my baking.

In school we celebrated Christmas a little different. We colored Christmas pictures to hang in the windows or on the wall, we made paper chains to hang from corner to corner with a colored bell in the middle. I don’t know why decorating was allowed in school but not at home. However, I also know that the extent of the decorating at school depended on who the teacher was. Sometimes the parents would complain on how much decorating was done at school.

At school we also exchanged names for gifts. The gifts were supposed to be fairly inexpensive because like my family, at one point there were 7 children going to school. A couple of days prior to Christmas we had our program. For that day we invited all the parents who brought food for the potluck. Once everyone got to school then we performed our program which consisted of singing Christmas songs and reciting poems. Then lunch was served and after that one of the dad’s would play Santa (no costume) and hand out all the gifts to the students. When everyone had opened their gifts the children would go home with their parents and Christmas vacation began and lasted until the 2nd day after when normal school would resume.

I hope this helps you to understand how the Amish celebrated Christmas.

Celtic Christmas Traditions

Celtic Christmas Traditions

 

Most of us celebrate contemporary Christmas customs of putting ornaments on our Christmas trees and awaiting the arrival of Santa, the Celts on the other hand celebrated the Winter Solstice. The Druids believed that the sun stands still for 12 days from Christmas Eve to the 6th of January. A Yule log was used to burn for light back on those days and the charred relics sheltered the house throughout the year. Mistletoe, which is a sign of fertility, hangs in every house with other plants as a symbol of life in the midst of darkness.

Celtic Costume


Viking Warrior Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Tunic,Cape,Helmet,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes,or toy sword…. more

 

 


Viking Warrior Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic,Cape,Helmet,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes,or toy sword…. more

 

 


Irish Lass Dress Renaissance Collection Adult Costume

This dress is perfect for hot days. Worn over the Classic Chemise (sold separately) this sleeveless dress opens like a jacket and laces up the front o… more

 

 

It is the Scots belief that on Christmas Eve, an intense fire would keep impish elves from going down the chimney. On Christmas Day, people would dance around the bonfires while listening to the music of bagpipes and at the same time enjoys oatmeal cake. The major celebrations happened on Hogmanay, at the eve of New Year. These would involve a tradition called “first footing”, where the first person to step inside the home in a New Year is said to carry either good or bad luck, depending on the color of their hair. During the Night of Candles, candles brighten the path for the Holy family, the first footers, and the Mummers. Mummers are often clothed in masks and pass through from every home for music and dancing. The household members would have to guess who the mummers were. On the evening of New Year, they would round houses pounding on the walls to force out the old year while chanting a particular rhyme to request entrance for food & drink.

Scottish Costumes


Scottish Kilt Adult Plus Costume

Includes kilt,shirt,shoulder sash,leg covers,sporran and tam beret. Does not include shoes…. more

 


Sexy Scottie Adult Plus Costume

Includes dress,skirt,shoulder tartan,balmoral cap,2 sock clips and 3 shot glasses. Does not include shoes or knee highs…. more

 


Sexy Scottie Adult Costume

Includes dress,skirt,shoulder tartan,beret,sock clips and 3 shot glasses. Does not include shoes or knee highs…. more

 


Big Shot Scot Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Shirt,kilt,shoulder scarf with four loops,four shot glasses,cap,belt with bottle holster and sock cuffs. Liquor bottle and shoes not include… more

 


Big Shot Scot Adult Costume

Includes: Shirt,kilt,shoulder scarf with four loops,four shot glasses,cap,belt with bottle holster and sock cuffs. Liquor bottle and shoes not include… more

 


Hot Scottie Adult Costume

Includes: Kilt,hat,belt w/ bag,and two garters. Socks and shoes not included…. more

 


Sassy Lassie Plus Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,hat,belt,purse,and two leg garters. Thigh high stockings,shoes,jewelry,and hair ties not included…. more

 


Sassy Lassie Adult Costume

Includes: dress,hat,belt,purse,and two leg garters. Thigh high stockings,shoes,jewelry,and hair ties not included…. more

 

 

In Ireland, the celebration ends from Christmas Eve up until Epiphany on the 6th day of January. Red candles would be lighted and decorated with holly sprigs on the eve of Christmas. A seed cake would be baked by the women for every person, three pieces of puddings for Christmas, New Year’s and the Twelfth Night. On Christmas Eve, milk and bread is placed outside and the door was left unbolted as a sign of generosity. On December 26 which is St. Stephen’s Day, every place is filled with football and gatherings. An entertaining even called The Wren Boys Procession is for boys who would put on a costume and hop from house to house singing and playing music while gripping a Holly bush on a stick. They would state that a Wren was concealed in the bush and they needed funds to feed the famished wren, which in reality, the money is for them.

Renaissance Costumes and Masks


Princess Anne Headband

Includes: Headband with attached veil in the back…. more


Princess Anne Child Costume

Includes: Dress. Does not include headpiece or shoes…. more


Renaissance Miss Child Costume

Includes gown. Does not include headband or shoes…. more


Lady Of The Lake Adult Costume

Includes top,skirt,belt,and headpiece. Does not include wig,sword,or shoes…. more


Mythic Goddess Adult Wig

Includes: (1) Mythic Goddess wig…. more


Musketeer Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Tunic with attached arm drapes,Gauntlets,Hat,Boot Spats. Does not include facial hair,sword,pants or boots…. more


Robin Hood Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Shirt with attached vest,Gauntlets,Belts with pouch,Boot Covers. Does not include pants or bow and arrows…. more


Tavern Maiden Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress,Belt. Does not include boots or beer stein…. more


Musketeer Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic with attached arm drapes,Gauntlets,Hat,Boot Spats. Does not include facial hair,sword,pants or boots…. more


Robin Hood Adult Costume

Includes: Shirt with attached vest,Gauntlets,Belts with pouch,Boot Covers. Does not include pants or bow and arrows…. more


Maid Marian Adult Costume

Includes Dress (lace up bodice,overskirt and chemise are all one piece). Does not include headpiece or shoes…. more


Tavern Maiden Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Belt. Does not include wig,beer stein or boots…. more


Robin Hood Child Costume

Includes top with attached printed chest piece,sash,pants with boot tops,and cloak. Does not include shoes or other accessories…. more


Masquerade Mask Adult

Includes mask…. more


Princess Juliet Child Costume

Includes dreaa and headpiece. Does not include shoes…. more


Long-Nosed Rose Venetian Adult Mask

Includes one mask…. more


Medieval Guy Adult Costume

Includes Top,Toy Mace. Does not include pants…. more


Medieval Mistress Adult Costume

Includes teddy,skirt,thigh highs,and toy mace…. more


Ren Adult Boots

Includes shoes…. more


Renaissance Lady Adult Costume

Includes gown. Does not include accessories…. more


Sexy Guinevere Adult Costume

Includes dress. Does not include accessories…. more


Medieval Shield

Includes shield…. more


Juliet Child Costume

Includes Dress,Headpiece. Does not include shoes,rose…. more


Renaissance Queen Child Costume

Includes Dress,Hat…. more


Robin Hood Child Costume

Includes: Tunic,Pants,Belt,Hat,Boot Covers. Does not include Boots…. more


Renaissance Princess Child Headband

Includes headband. Does not include dress or choker…. more


Renaissance Princess Child Choker

Includes choker. Does not include dress or headband…. more


Renaissance Princess Josephine Child Costume

Includes dress. Does not include cape,shoes,headband,choker or bag…. more


Lacy Witch Bag

Includes bag…. more


Lancelot Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic,Pants,Boot tops,Belt. Does not include: Shoes,Sword…. more


Sequin (Red/Black) Mask

Includes mask…. more


Antique Mask with White Feathers

Includes mask…. more


Antique Mask with Pink Feathers

Includes mask…. more


Robin Hood Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic,Hat,Belt,Boot Covers. Does not include shoes or pants…. more


Maid Marian Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Headpiece. Does not include shoes…. more


Noble Knight Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes or sword…. more


Dark Knight Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Tunic,Arm Gauntlets,Boot Covers,Cowl. Does not include pants,shoes or toy sword…. more


Dark Knight Adult Costume

Includes: Tunic,Arm Gauntlets,Boot Covers,Cowl. Does not include pants,shoes or toy sword…. more


Designer Collection Sexy Robin Hood Adult Costume

Includes top,skirt,hat. Does not include boots…. more


Knight of the Round Table Adult Costume

Includes headpiece,tunic,belt. Does not include sword,pants or shoes…. more


Baroness Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Headpiece…. more


Fairy Tale Renaissance Maiden Child Costume

Includes: Dress,headband. Does not include: Shoes…. more


Red and Gold Princess Wand

Includes wand…. more


Red and Gold Princess Child Tiara

Includes tiara. Does not include costume or choker…. more


Renaissance Headband (Pink) Child

Includes: Headband…. more


Knight Armor Child Costume Kit

Includes shield,sword,helmet,breastplate…. more


Black Child Boots

Includes one pair of black boots…. more


Black Knight Helmet

Includes one black knight helmet…. more


Lancelot Designer Collection Adult Costume

Includes: Hood,tunic with attached sleeves,belt and boot tops. Sword,pants and shoes not included…. more


Robin Hood Designer Collection Adult Costume

Includes: Hat with feather,shirt,vest,capelette with lace up front,belt,pants and boot tops…. more


Noble Lord Adult Designer Collection Costume

Includes: Hat with feather,cape with chain,tunic with fur trim and collar,corded tie,pants and boot tops…. more


Executioner Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Eye mask,hooded robe and belt. Gloves and axe not included…. more


Tavern Wench Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Hat,blouse,corset and skirt. Stein and shoes not included…. more


Court Jester Adult Costume

Includes: Hood,shirt and pants. Shoes and gloves not included…. more


Zola (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black unisex boots…. more


Tyler (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black thigh high unisex boots…. more


Pirate (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots with red ribbon side lace…. more


Thomas (Brown) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of brown boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more


Thomas (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more


Bernard (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more


Hook (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots. Available in Mens sizes: Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more


Sparrow (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more


Penn (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black high heel boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more


Bonny (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more


Masquerade Queen Adult Costume

Includes: Velvet hoop gown and matching eye mask…. more


Masquerade Queen Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress with inset and matching eye mask…. more


Racy Robin Hood Elite Collection Adult Costume

Includes: Lace-up vinyl trimmed dress,belt,sachel,puff sleevelettes,petticoat,hat with feather and boot covers. Shoes not included…. more


Lady Musketeer Plus Adult Costume

Includes top and skirt. Boots are not included. Available in women plus sizes XX-Large and XXX-Large…. more


Brown Child Wig with Tiara

This Brown wig with Tiara is adorable with any princess costume. One size fits most children. Remember a wig cap to hold in your own hair. We cannot a… more


Blonde Child Wig with Tiara

This Blonde wig with Tiara is adorable with any princess costume. One size fits most children. Remember a wig cap to hold in your own hair. We cannot … more


Royal Lady Pirate Adult Costume

Includes dress and hat. Boots and sword not included. Available in women sizes S/M 2-8 and M/L 8-14…. more


Curry Harem Pants Renaissance Collection Costume

Includes: one pair of Curry Harem Pants…. more


Chemisette Renaissance Collection Adult

Includes: cotton chemisette. Available in Adult size Large…. more


Anne Boleyn Grand Heritage Collection Adult Costume

Includes dress and headpiece. Earrings not included. Available in women sizes small,medium,and large…. more


Brigadoon Grand Heritage Collection Adult Costume

Includes shirt,vest,skirt with overpiece,and scarf. Handbag and jewelry not included. Available in women sizes small,medium,and large…. more


King Robe Adult Costume

Cloak your self with this majestic burgundy Kings Robe trimmed in faux fur. Available in one size fits most adults. Crown and scepter sold separately…. more


Crop Top Renaissance Collection Adult

A white cotton crop top with sleeves hitting below the elbow and elastic shoulder and waist bands. Shown with the Lock-Lace Bodice (Burgundy) – sold s… more


Lock-Lace Bodice (Navy) Renaissance Collection Adult

The superb cut cups the breast for a perfect lift. Double boning in the front dips below the navel for a flat profile. Lacing in the 54 grommets up th… more


Pirate Hat Adult Unisex

Includes a black pirate hat with gold trim. One-size fits most adults…. more


Gold Tragedy Mask

This is a classic gold Tragedy mask. One Size fits most adults. An elastic band holds the mask in place…. more


Gold Comedy Mask

This is a classic gold Comedy mask. One Size fits most adults. An elastic band holds the mask in place…. more


Renaissance Pouch (Burgundy)

The Renaissance Pouch is a gold satin bag with traditional burgundy trimming…. more


Renaissance Pouch (Gold)

The Renaissance Pouch is a gold satin bag with traditional gold trimming…. more


Venetian Mask – 1/2 Face White w/ Black Hat

This intricate Venetian Mask is constructed of Painted Vacuum Formed Plastic and Felt. White 1/2 face with gold trim and attached to a black hat trimm… more


Black With Stones Mask

Beautifully decorated with shimmering stones and beads,this impressive black mask will surely turn heads at your next Mardi Gras Ball! The mask has a … more


Black and Gold Carnival Mask

This beautifully decorated gold and black Venetian style half mask has sequins and feathers and is an elegant touch for your Masquerade costume. The m… more


Regal Jester Hooded Cape

This mystical Regal Jester hooded cape is made of polyester velvet with bright red,yellow and purple color blocking,and trimmed in black,extended purp… more


Fairy Tale Wig

Includes a beautiful blonde wig with curls. One Size fits most adults. Choker not included…. more


Gold Netted Mask

Gold netting is accompanied by traditional gold trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down ov… more


Venetian Mask – Gold/White Mask with Hat

This gold mask is accompanied by a traditional gold trim. The hat is attached to the mask. One Size fits most adults. The mask has an attached,rigid p… more


Venetian – Fiesta Mask

Traditional sequin beading and colorful jewels adorn this distinctive design. Ribbon streamers heighten the whimsical feeling of this mask. One Size f… more


Venetian – Gold Nose Mask/Hat

This is a classic Venetian mask with an attached traditional,three-cornered hat. One Size fits most adults. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U s… more


Venetian – Jester Mask

Traditional sequin beading and a rainbow of colors,Gold accents,sparkling jewels,and whimsical ribbon streamers. One Size fits most adults. The mask h… more


Renaissance Adult Shoes

Includes: A pair of brown,Renaissance shoes with criss-cross straps and black sole (less than 1″)…. more


Sailors Pants (Black) Renaissance Collection Adult Costume

Deep front pockets and a drawstring waist add to the comfort of these light-weight classic black pants. Combine with the white Ren Shirt and Burgundy … more


Ring Belt – Renaissance Adult Collection

Eight-ounce leather,1 3/4 inches wide by up to 49 inches long. Snip tip to fit. Genuine leather. One size fits most…. more


Hosen Traditional – Renaissance Adult Collection

Traditional hosen undergarment has drawstring elastic waistband secured with a grommet. Made of 92% Cotton / 8% Lycra these hosen are machine washable… more


Classic Chemise Renaissance Collection Adult

The chemise is worn under all gowns. A timeless piece,the chemise today is better known as a slip. Chemises were designed to leave less wear and tear … more


Country Wench Twill Bodice Renaissance Collection Adult

The twill bodice is an excellent piece to partner with the Galley or Country Wench Gathered Skirts (both sold separately). Worn over a chemise (sold s… more


Country Wench Gathered Skirt Renaissance Collection Adult

The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more


Galley Wench Twill Bodice Renaissance Collection Adult

The twill bodice is an excellent piece to partner with the Galley or Country Wench Gathered Skirts (both sold separately). Worn over a chemise,the bod… more


Galley Wench Gathered Skirt Renaissance Collection Adult

The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more


Irish Lass Dress Renaissance Collection Adult Costume

This dress is perfect for hot days. Worn over the Classic Chemise (sold separately) this sleeveless dress opens like a jacket and laces up the front o… more


Country Wench Gathered Skirt in Eggplant Renaissance Collection Adult

The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more


Black Queen Adult Costume

This Adult costume includes a black full length gown with silver lame center panel,sheer sleeves,and a crown headpiece with attached veil. Polyester. … more


Maiden of Verona Adult Plus Costume

A lovely long purple and ivory panne gown with gold trim accents and a matching headpiece…. more


Festive Royalty Mask

Includes a plastic base red and blue mask embellished with shiny polyester fabric and golden trim. Design is completed with multicolored sequins and j… more


Medieval Monk Adult Costume

Includes a polyester under robe,hood with caplet,rope belt and wig. Available in One Size Fits Most Adults. Cross and mustache sold separately. Sandal… more


Fancy White Pirate Shirt Adult

An off-white pirate style shirt with lace up neckline,ruffled collar and cuffs. This is a unisex shirt and can be worn by either men or women. Availab… more


Pirate Boy Boot Tops

Distressed pleather Pirate Boy Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most children. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Large. T… more


Pirate Man Boottops

Distressed pleather Pirate Man Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most* (runs small). Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Lar… more


Pirate Girl Boot Tops

Distressed pleather Pirate Girl Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most children. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Large. … more


Pirate Lady Boot Tops

Cuffed black distressed pleather boottop comes in Black or Brown. Womens sizes: One size fits most*. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/… more


Lancelot Adult Costume

Includes a long sleeve tunic with wrist bands,pants with attached boot tops,and a belt. Available in one size Adult Standard (up to a size 38-42). Mus… more


Prince Adult Costume

Includes Gold-trimmed panne shirt,matching panne pants,and belt. One size fits most Adult Men (up to a size 42/44)…. more


Mustache and Goatee (Literate)

Self adhesive mustache and goatee,great accessory for a Shakespear costume…. more


Venetian Mask w/Stick Silver Accents

Beautiful Venetian half mask with Silver accents and attached stick…. more


Red Venetian Mask with Stick

Add a touch of mystery to your next costume with this deluxe Venetian mask Red half mask,with feather and gold accents and an attached black and silve… more


Venetian Mask Black Cat

This Venetian cat shaped half mask has Black faux fur and Gold trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to… more


Venetian Mask Silver W/Headpiece

This deluxe Venetian mask is Silver with Silver and Black accents,and an attached Black headpiece with Silver accents. The mask/headpiece has an attac… more


Red Venetian Mask Male

This half style mask is Red and White with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down… more


Red Venetian Mask Female

This lovely half style mask is Red with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down ov… more


Black Venetian Mask

This half style mask is Black with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down over th… more


Black Venetian Feathers Mask

This half style mask is Black with Gold accents and feathers. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel… more


Renaissance Queen Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress with Gold inlet,Gold accents,and headpiece…. more


Swash Buckle Shirt Adult Costume

Includes: one white shirt…. more


Hooded Velvet (Black) Double Adult Cape

Includes one (1) basic Black hooded velvet cape that ties at the neck…. more


Warrior King Child Costume

This costume includes: Silver and Black headpiece with cowl,tunic with a dragon crest and boot tops. Sword sold separately…. more


Mardi Gras Couples Mask

This wonderful half mask is a Deep Green with Gold Trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down… more


Gold Venetian Half Mask with Flowers

This beautiful half mask is Gold details and trim and bright colored flower accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which al… more


Black Feather Couples Mask

This lovely half mask is Black with Gold Trim,Feathers and Black and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allo… more


Black Couples Mask

This handsome half mask is Black with Gold Trim and Black and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the … more


Mardi Gras Feather Couples Mask

This beautiful half mask is a deep green with gold trim,accented with purple and green feathers,and Purple and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,… more

The Welsh which are well-known for their fantastic singing voices and caroling, known as eistoddfodde, is a very famous activity held during Christmas. In some neighborhood, people gather around in a public area to make known who has presented the best music for a new carol. This carol is included to all the rest of the songs that are well-known and frequently sung in Wales. In other areas, a resident is chosen to be the Mari llwyd, who roam around the town in dressed white clothing while carrying a horse’s skull on a stick. Any person being bitten by the horse’s jaws must pay a penalty. One of the well-liked sweets for the Christmas holiday is called Taffy. Christmas goose is also a traditional food and a must. Santa doesn’t have any cookies and milk left for him; instead, mince pies and a bottle of Guinness was left for his taking! They also preserve the English practice of holly, mistletoe, pudding, stockings, and snow.

Fresh Ideas to Celebrate Christmas with Family

Christmas is a widely celebrated even throughout the world. You will find in this article varying ways on how families celebrate Christmas all over the world.
Christmas practice #1:
Â? Buy music from the grand English cathedrals. Collect stories about the Salisbury and Worchester Cathedral of England. As you occupy yourself with your music during the holidays inform your family the stories you have collected and how the grand organs were played in these Cathedrals and the church choir sang during the Christmas holiday.
Christmas practice #2:
Â? Set some time aside to do a little special holiday baking. Absorb the whole family in the process. Box up your goodies as presents to give to family, friends and neighbors as they stopover and distribute their presents to you. Encourage your children to give out the gifts of home baked goods.
Â? Fruitcakes and homemade chocolate chip cookies are a must during Christmas baking. Keep on creating your own version of baked goods every year
Christmas practice #3:
Â? As you start your baking mores, collect your tales of the real meaning of Christmas and persuade your children to pass on these stories to their future offspring and on and on through every generation. While you doing the sifting, stirring, baking and preparing the gift packages say some tales to your children and other family members.
Christmas practice #4:
Â? As the time of year starts, read or buy audio tapes of the Christmas story and the Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, or any other much loved Christmas story. Adorn the house and put up the Christmas tree as your stories in the background are playing.
Â? Be a good model by keeping a spirit of charity, peacemaking and kindness throughout Christmas time.
Â? Bear in mind and in your story telling about the incarnation of Jesus Christ, the moment when God became one of us to share our day by day experiences as we do, and that Christmas is the moment in time we celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ.
Christmas practice #5:
Â? Buy a nativity scene and have this set up in an important place in your home
Â? Every time a child is born into your family, buy another figurine to put in to the scene and show these each year. Your figurines can be something you wish to be a symbol of each new person born into your family. When in-laws are added, insert another figurine to your nativity scene.
Christmas practice #6:
Â? Commemorate Christmas Eve and celebrate with your parents, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other member of the family.
Â? Initiate an open house on Christmas Day for anybody who doesn’t have any place to go to and give a present or home made baked goodies and dinner to those who have no Christmas at all.
Â? You may want to consider arranging a rotation with your neighbors in your locality for the big open house Christmas party to be made each year.
Christmas practice #7:
Â? Dress your kids up in costumes like Mary and Joseph and hop from house to house, requesting if they can come in to sing Christmas carols or deliver baked goodies.
These are just some of the many ways we can involve ourselves in the joy and hope of the Christmas. Our way of life will teach our children a relevant lesson in life of the reason why Christ was born and how he would like us to treat one another – with utmost love and kindness.

Celebrate Christmas With A Themed Party

Celebrate Christmas With A Themed Party

Parties are a time-honored tradition during the holiday season. They are the perfect way for friends, coworkers, and loved ones to gather together to celebrate the holidays. They are also the perfect opportunity to do something fun and different. For instance, you could throw a theme party. No matter who you invite, there is sure to be a wide variety of Christmas party themes and Christmas costumes to choose from in order to match the personalities of your guests.
Christmas Costumes-Santa SuitFor children, there are numerous ideas that you can use for Christmas party themes because it is fairly easy to determine what make children happy. Throw them a Santa Claus party where everyone comes dressed in red with a Santa hat on. Make all of the decorations, serving plates, napkins, and cups Santa-related and maybe even invite a grown up Santa to the party to give out little gift to each of the children. You could also serve Santa shaped cookies and milk. You could alternatively use an easy party kit and simple decorations.

If a Santa Claus party doesn’t interest you, maybe a tree decorating party would. This might be a little more costly but probably not much more than what you would spend on any other party. Once you decide on the number of children that you want to invite, take a trip to your local dollar store and purchase one miniature Christmas tree for each child. You can get them for around $5 a piece and you can also purchase miniature ornaments, garland and tinsel for a very reasonable price. Again, as we did with the Santa Christmas party theme, make sure everything is Christmas tree related, such as cookies, napkins, plates, and decorations.

Even for adults, Christms Party Themes can be a lot of fun. You can definitely use your imagination here. Costume parties are always a hit because it is fun to see everyone dressed in costumes. It really shows their imagination. For this type of party, ask your guests to dress up as one of the characters from one of your favorite Christmas cartoons or shows.
For example, if your favorite Christmas cartoon is How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the guests could dress up as the Grinch or Cindy Lou Who. You could even serve your own version of the Christmas feast with the “Roast Beast” and “Who Hash”. If you like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer have everyone dress up as Rudolph, an elf, or even the Abominable Snow Man and serve some type of food that you can rename “silver and gold” after the cartoon’s theme song.
Christmas is a great time of year and should be enjoyed to the fullest. Parties are the absolute best way to do so, whether it is with your children and their friends or your adult friends, family, and coworkers. You can create Christmas party themes from just about any holiday related item. All you have to do is use your imagination and have fun with it.

Christmas Theme Theme Costume Ideas


How the Grinch Stole Christmas! – The Grinch Deluxe Plus Adult Costume

Includes: Santa suit,mask,hat,grinch gloves. This is an officially licensed Dr. Seuss product…. more


How the Grinch Stole Christmas! – The Grinch Deluxe Adult Costume

Includes mask,santa suit,santa hat and gloves. Does not include tights. This is an officially licensed The Grinch product…. more


Workshop Elf Adult Costume

Includes green velvet pants with button and zipper closure,striped shirt,suspenders,striped socks and velvet hat with pom-pom. Does not include shoes…. more


Santa Hat Adult Costume

Includes tunic. Does not include shirt,pants or shoes…. more


Emerald Wiseman Adult Costume

Includes shirt,pants,belt,cape,and headpiece. Does not include wig,facial hair,or shoes…. more


Garnet Wiseman Adult Costume

Includes shirt,pants,belt,cape,and headpiece. Does not include wig,facial hair,or shoes…. more


Sapphire Wiseman Adult Costume

Includes robe,cape,headpiece,and sash. Does not include facial hair or shoes…. more


Joseph Adult Costume

Includes coat with under robe,headpiece,and belt. Does not include wig,facial hair,or shoes…. more


Mary Adult Costume

Includes gown,and robe with attached headpiece. Does not include shoes…. more


Green and Red Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Jacket,Pants,Hat,Belt,Booties…. more


Economy Red Santa Hat Adult

Includes: Hat…. more


Santa Parade Pleaser Adult Costume

Includes: Hat,Poncho,Tunic,Pants/Boot Tops. Present and Gloves not included…. more


Classic Mrs. Claus Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Apron,Cap. Glasses and Boots not included…. more


Shiny Brass Bell

Includes Bell…. more


Economy Santa Wig and Beard Set Adult

Includes: Wig and beard…. more


Jesus Tunic Adult Costume

Includes Tunic,Scarf. Does not include wig…. more


Fur Accessory Kit (Adult)

Includes: Headband,muff and boot covers. Does not include shirt pants or shoes…. more


Ms. Candy Cane Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress and headband. Does not include clutch,stockings or shoes…. more


Elf Boots Adult

Includes: One pair of boots…. more


Elf Hat Adult

Includes: Hat…. more


Muff Hat Adult

Includes: Hat. Does not include shirt…. more


2 1/2″ Santa Bell Small

Includes: Bell…. more


Santa Bell Strap

Includes: Strap with attached bells…. more


Economy Santa Beard and Wig Set Adult

Includes: Wig and beard. Does not include glasses…. more


Glitter Hair Bows Adult

Includes: 2 hair bows. Available in red or green…. more


Tinsel Tease Pink Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat. Does not include stockings or shoes…. more


Holiday Hottie (Green) Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat. Does not include tights or shoes…. more


Hot Rod Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat,Belt. Does not include boots…. more


Rock-n-Roll Santa Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat,Belt. Does not include boots…. more


Soft Velour Santa Suit Adult Costume

Includes: Jacket,Pants,Gloves,Belt,Hat,Boot Tops. Wig,beard,glasses,boots and bag are not included…. more


Economy Flannel Santa Suit Adult Costume

Includes: Jacket,Pants,Hat,Gloves,Boot Tops,Belt. Does not include wig,beard glasses or boots. Please Note: This light-weight costume is of economical… more


Elf Adult Costume

Includes jacket,belt,pants,hat. Does not include stockings or shoes…. more


Candycane Heel with Red Bow Adult Shoes

Includes: One pair of shoes…. more


Velvet Angel Wings and Halo (White) Adult

Includes: Halo and Wings…. more


Velvet Miss Santa Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat,Capelet,Belt,Boot Covers,Gloves…. more


Sassy Elf Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress,belt,hat and stockings…. more


Candy Cane Cutie Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress…. more


Santas Little Helper Dress Adult Plus Costume

Includes: Dress…. more


Santa Hat with Plush Trim Adult

Includes: Hat…. more


Deluxe Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Jacket,pants,and hat. Shoes are not included…. more


Candy Cane Tights Adult

Includes one pair of tights. Shoes are not included…. more


Winter Willie Adult Macot

Includes: an oversized head with hat,jumpsuit,sarf,mitts,and shoe covers…. more


Sassy Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Dress/Belt,Hat and Stockings…. more


Santas Inspiration Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,Hat,Belt. Does not include sleevelets,bell or boots…. more


Santa Eyebrow Whitener

Includes: Makeup stick…. more


Imperial Santa Suit Adult Costume

Includes: Hat,Jacket,Pants,Belt,Boot Toppers. Does not include glasses,wig,beard set,gloves,bag or presents…. more


Santa Claus Dog Costume

Includes: Jacket,hat,and belt…. more


Elf Dog Costume

Includes: Tunic,hat,and cuffs…. more


Velvet Complete Santa Costume – Adult

Includes: Jacket,pants,hat,belt,boot tops,gloves,glasses,eyebrowa,wig,and beard set. Shoes and stuffed torso not included…. more


Complete Santa Suit Adult Costume

Includes: Jacket,pants,hat,belt,boot tops,gloves,glasses,eyebrow stick,wig,and beard set. Shoes and stuffed belly not included…. more


Economy Santa Suit – Adult

Includes: Jacket,pants,hat,boot tops,gloves,and beard and mustache set. Boots and stuffed belly not included…. more


Caroling Hand Bell

Includes one hand bell…. more


Reindeer Antlers Headband

Includes one antlers headband…. more


Candycane Reindeer Headband

Includes one reindeer headband…. more


Ridged Santa Hat

Includes one hat. Sunglasses not included…. more


Santa Economy Mascot Adult Costume

Includes: Jumpsuit with attached mitts,with head and feet…. more


Mrs. Santa Wig

Includes: One white wig. Glasses not included…. more


Santa Eyebrows

Includes: One pair of self adhesive Santa eyebrows…. more


Nick (Black) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of black boots with fur trim around the top…. more


Joy (Green) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of green high heel boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more


Joy (Red) Adult Boots

Includes one pair of red high heel boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more


Mommy-To-Be Angel Adult Costume

Includes: Dress,wings and halo. Shoes and stockings not included…. more


Adult (White) Feather Angel Wings

Includes: One pair of feathered wings…. more


Holiday Honey Adult Costume

Includes: Dress and hat. Shoes not included…. more


Twice as Fun Adult Costume

Includes: Reversible dress w/ clear removable shoulder straps,reversible hat,and belt. Boots not included…. more


Easy Santa Boot Cuffs

Includes cuffs. Available in one size fits most adults. Black boots are not included…. more


Santa Beard and Wig Feature Set

Includes beard. Available in one size fits most adults. Costume,glasses,and eyebrows are not included…. more


Legacy Santa Suit Adult XL Costume

Includes jacket with zipper front closure,pants with pockets,hat,belt with buckle,boot tops,and gloves. Available in Adult Standard Size (fits up to s… more


Legacy Santa Suit Adult Costume

Includes jacket with zipper front closure,pants with pockets,hat,belt with buckle,boot tops,and gloves. Available in Adult Standard Size (fits up to s… more


Jesus Adult Costume

Includes robe with attached sash,and crown,wig and beard. Shoes not included. Available in adult One-Size fits most…. more


Eskimo Cutie Adult Plus Costume

Includes dress with pom pom ties,mittens,boot tops,and toy popsicle. Petticoat not included. Available in women plus sizes 1X/2X and 3X/4X…. more


Eskimo Cutie Sexy Adult Costume

Includes dress with pom pom ties,mittens,boot tops,and toy popsicle. Petticoat not included. Available in women size X-Small,Small,Medium,and Large…. more


Christmas Cutie Sexy Adult Costume

Includes dress,removable garters,hat,shrug,and stockings. Available in women sizes Small,Medium,and Large…. more


Jacob Marley Adult Costume

Jacob Marley includes tattered hat and coat with attachable locks and chains. Available in one size,Adult Standard. Pants,shoes,and makeup not include… more


Royal Sultan (Wise Man) Adult

Includes: headpiece,robe,tunic,belt and pants. Lamp,shoes,and facial hair not included. Adult size Standard…. more


Queen Headband Adult

Includes one Queen Headband,Available in One size fits most…. more


Victorian Santa Adult Costume

The Victorian Santa costume includes: hooded cape and capelet,satin tunic. One size fits most Adults. Beard and glasses (both may differ slightly from… more


Elf Holiday Apron and Hat Adult

Includes an apron and hat. White shirt,stockings,and shoes are not included…. more


Elf Shoes Adult

The Elf Shoes are green with red trim and attached pom-poms. One size fits most Adults…. more


Santa Belt with Decorative Cast Buckle

The Santa Belt with Decorative Cast Buckle is made of black naugahyde with an elaborate large cast gold buckle with holly imprinting and prong,six gil… more


Heavy Duty Suspenders

Includes one pair of suspenders…. more


Majestic Toy Bag

The toy bag is made of burgundy pile plush with a white drawstring. The bag is 36″ tall x 29″ wide…. more


Snowman Suit Adult

This furious flurry of a suit is made of white acrylic pile plush with three large black pom-poms on the tummy and a zippered back. It comes complete … more


Reindeer Suit Adult

This fun,one piece suit is made of brown acrylic pile plush with a white acrylic pile plush front tummy and a zippered back. It comes complete with an… more


Scrooge Adult Costume

The Scrooge costume includes: full length white pajamas and white cap with tassel. Glasses and wig not included…. more


Reindeer Antlers

Brown antlers are attached on a headband. One size fits most heads…. more


Curly Q Santa Hat

Includes a fun metallic red hat with white faux fur trim. One size fits most adults. 55% Cotton/ 45% Polyester…. more


Santas Sweetie Red Adult Costume

Includes a red stretch velvet dress with white faux fur trim,matching hat,bell necklace,black belt and gauntlets…. more


Miss Candy Cane Adult Costume

Included is a dress,bracelets,headband,gloves with marabou trim and boot tops also trimmed with marabou…. more


Mr. Peppermint Adult

Includes: hat,bowtie and striped vest. Shirt and pants are not included…. more


Moses Wig/Beard – Grey

Includes a stunning grey wig and beard combination with curls. One Size fits most adults. Robe not included…. more


Parade Pleaser – Santas Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Oversized hat with see-through eye mesh (in the middle of the hat),hair poncho with attached face,tunic with attached belt,and boot tops. On… more


Velvet Santa Hat Green

Includes a velvet green hat with white long-hair plush band and 3-1/2″ pom pom. Available in adult one size fits most…. more


Velvet Santa Hat Burgundy

Includes a velvet plush burgundy hat with white long-hair plush band and 3-1/2″ pom pom. Available in adult one size fits most…. more


Christmas Cookie Adult Costume

Includes a red velvet mini dress with plush white trim,red bow accent and a pair of red and white striped thigh high stockings. Hair bow and shoes not… more


Holiday Thigh Highs Adult

Includes a pair of red opaque thigh high stockings with white marabou puff,satin bow,and bell accent…. more


Biblical (Brown) Wig And Beard

Includes a brown wig and seperate beard with attached mustache. Elastic straps that go around the ear secures a comfortable fiting beard and mustache…. more


Marabou Feather Halo White

Includes a white headband with attached marabou halo…. more


Buddy Elf Adult Costume

This fun Buddy costume includes a green fleece jacket with gold yellow accents and white cuffs and collar,matching cone style eft hat,long yellow pant… more


Santa Adult Boots

Includes: A pair of black santa boots with side zipper,black sole with heel (approximately 1″). Made of Polyurethane…. more


Elf/Pointed Ears

Includes one pair of elf ears,One-Size fits most…. more


Toy Soldier Adult Costume

Includes red jacket,blue pants,white straps and busby hat. Gloves and boots not included…. more


Shepherds Crook Brown

Includes one shepards crook…. more


Shepherds Crook White

Includes a white plastic crook cane. Some assembly is required,this cane is made up of four pieces that simply fit together. When assembled crook is a… more


Long Sexy Miss Santa Gloves

Includes a pair of elbow length red gloves with white fur trim and buckles around the wrists. Available in One Size Fits Most Adults…. more


Sultan (Wise Man) Adult Costume

Sultan costume includes a tunic,red robe,and a matching headpiece. Lamp,mustache,beard,and sandals are not included…. more


Christmas Tree with Shoe Boxes Adult Costume

Includes a green foam tree jumpsuit with gold star,red ornaments and silver garland,also includes gift box shoe covers in red and gold. Available in o… more


Mr. Snowman Adult Costume

Polyester lamenated onto durable foam is used to create this snowman costume. Includes scarf and hat,made of same material. Mittens,shirt and pants no… more


Velvet Mrs. Claus Adult Plus Costume

Includes a long red velvet dress trimmed in rich faux rabbit fur,satin apron with pocket brocade trim and faux rabbit fur. Wig sold separately (may di… more


Mrs. Claus Adult Plus Costume

Includes a red polyester dress with lace collar,cuffs and ruffle,separate apron that ties in back,and a cap. Wig sold separately. Shoes not included…. more


Elf Tights Adult

Includes a pair of unisex red and green tights. Available in One Size Fits Most Adults . Shoes sold separately…. more


Classic Elf Adult Plus Costume

Includes a two-tone green and red felt tunic with metallic edging,collar with jingle bells accents and metallic trim,metallic cord belt,matching elf h… more


Deluxe Elf Adult Costume

Includes tunic,hat,and shoes. Available in One-Size fits most adults…. more


Santa Sack

Includes a 30″ x 36″ deluxe velvet sack with gold embroidered lettering,gold drawstring,finished with 2 bells and a 12″ shoulder strap. Toys not inclu… more


Santa Belly

Padded Santa belly with elastic straps in back. One Size Fits Most Adults. Polyester fill…. more


Deluxe Santa Wig,Beard and Eyebrows Set

Includes wig,beard,and eyebrows…. more


Santa Beard And Wig Set

Includes white wig,eyebrows and beard. One Size Fits Most Adults. Santa hat and costume sold separately…. more


Tartan Plaid Santa Hat

Includes a tartan plaid Santa hat with white faux fur trim and pom-pom. One size fits most adults and kids. 100% Polyester. Wig not included…. more


Mrs. Claus Dress Adult Plus Costume

Mrs. Claus never looked so good! Made of exquisite quality red velvet and trimmed in luxurious long white pile around the neckline,cuffs and hemline. … more


Kris Kringle Suit 3X Costume

This popular style santa suit is deluxe pile plush with deluxe white pile plush trim. Available in Adult Mens size 3X,64-70 Jacket (up to a 63″ waist)… more


Kris Kringle Suit Adult Plus Costume

This popular style santa suit is deluxe pile plush with deluxe white pile plush trim. Available in Adult Mens sizes: XL,50-56 Jacket (up to a 56″ wais… more


Kris Kringle Suit Standard Costume

This popular style santa suit is deluxe pile plush with deluxe white pile plush trim. Available in Adult Mens size Standard,42-48 Jacket (up to a 52″ … more


Imperial Santa Suit (Crimson) Costume

Imperial Lux-Seal crimson Santa Suit trimmed in a thick white fox-like faux fur fabric. Includes: Hat,fur trimmed jacket with zipper front closure,ela… more


Ultra Velvet Santa Suit Costume

Trimmed with rich fake rabbit fur and fully lined satin,this Ultra Velvet Santa Suit includes: jacket with zipper closure,inside front pockets and bel… more


Rich Velvet Santa Suit Costume

Deluxe velour trimmed Santa Suit with fake rabbit fur. Includes jacket with zipper front and belt loops,pants with side pockets,hat,belt,boot tops and… more


Sunny Claus Adult Costume

Includes a Red zipper jacket with white long hair trim and mid-length sleeves,red short pants with white long hair trim and pocket (to hold the suntan… more


Mrs. Claus Wig Adult

Natural color,synthetic fiber,fully washble,and individually boxed. One size fits most adults. Eye glasses not included…. more


Velvet Toy Bag

High quality red velvet toy bag with a white rope drawstring. Bag measures approximately 22″ x 33″.Toys not included…. more


Holiday Apron and Hat Set Costume

Red fleece apron with white trim,decorative buckle and fleece hat to match. Three utility pockets on the bottom,perfect for caterers,bartenders,and sa… more


Velvet Elf Adult Costume

Made of beautiful forest green velvet. This one-piece tunic is trimmed in 1″ gold rick-rack. The tunic includes elf hat trimmed in gold rick-rack and … more


Professional Santa Suit (58-62) Costume

This suit is made of a bright red deluxe pile plush with luxurious,white long fake fur plush trim and completely satin lined. Suit includes: zipper co… more


Majestic Santa Suit (Size 58-62) Costume

Deluxe Santa Suit is thick burgundy pile plush,timmed with luxurious white long-hair plush and is completely satin lined. Available in Adult Mens size… more


Majestic Santa Suit (Size 50-56) Costume

Deluxe Santa Suit is thick burgundy pile plush,timmed with luxurious white long-hair plush and is completely satin lined. Available in Adult Mens size… more


Majestic Santa Suit (size 42-48) Costume

Available in Adult Mens size Standard,42-48 jacket (up to 52″ waist). Suit includes: zipper coat with inside pocket and belt loops,pants,hat,belt,eyel… more


Sexy Peter Pan Elf Adult Costume

Includes: Dress and Hat. Shoes not included…. more


Heavenly Angel White Adult Plus Costume

Includes long White velvet gown with sheer sleeves,silver rope belt,marabou trimmed halo and wings. Available in one size Adult Plus (fits 16-24W). Ma… more


Reindeer Antlers-Plush

Brown plush reindeer antlers headband…. more


Santa Wig and Beard-Quality Synthetic

Basic 2-piece set includes Santas wig and his beard. Made of quality synthetic material. Glasses sold separately…. more


Santa Belt Super Deluxe XXL

Includes one Santa belt…. more


Santa Belt Super Deluxe XL

Includes one Santa belt…. more


Green Felt Elf Shoes

A pair of Green felt shoes with black bottoms and a bell at the tip. Please note: these are costume accessories,not real shoes and are not intended fo… more


Santa Belly Economical

Includes one lightly padded Santa belly. Wig,facial hair,glasses,and pants are not included…. more


The Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington Deluxe Adult Costume

Jack Skellington Costume includes jacket,ascot,and the distinctive bow tie,and character mask. Pants,shoes and gloves not included. This is an officia… more


Miss Santa Adult Costume

This Adult economy costume includes: Red tunic with White color,hat and Black belt. Red tights are not included. 100% polyester…. more


Miss Santa Tunic Standard Costume

This Adult economy costume includes: Red tunic with White color,hat and Black belt. Red tights are not included. 100% polyester…. more


Santa Gloves

Includes a pair of white gloves made of stretch nylon with a snap…. more


Long Victorian Christmas Caroler Adult Costume

The beautiful Long Victorian Christmas Caroler includes: Green velvet dress with christmas plaid and gold trim,matching cape with fur trimmed hood,and… more


Old Time Santa Suit With Hood Costume

Includes: Red Jacket with hood and white fur trim,pants boot tops and black belt. Wig and Beard,Gloves,Glasses and Bell all sold separately…. more


Complete Elf Adult Costume

This complete adult Elf Tunic boxed set includes: Red and Green tunic,beltcord,matching hat and elft shoes with little pom poms. Tights sold separatel… more


Square Santa Glasses

Square Santa Glasses have plastic lenses and are adjustable…. more


Round Santa Glasses

A pair of Santa glasses. Plastic lenses. Adjustable…. more


Deluxe Santa Eyebrows

Made of 100% Teviron and built onto a net foundation…. more


Santa Wig And Beard

Made of polypropylene (cotton-like material) this is one of our lowest priced beard and wig sets. Held in place by 2 thin elastic bands. (No spirit gu… more


Santa Deluxe Wig and Beard

Instructions included. Eye glasses sold separately. Eyebrows not included…. more


Mrs. Claus Dress Adult Costume

Made of exquisite quality red velvet and trimmed in luxurious long white pile around the neckline,cuffs and hemline. This dress has a zipper in back a… more


Professional Santa Suit Adult Plus Costume

This suit is made of a bright red deluxe pile plush with luxurious,white long fake fur plush trim and completely satin lined. Includes: Zipper coat wi… more


Silver Bell

A brass bell,perfect for Santas. Approximately 6″ tall…. more


Professional Santa Suit (42-48) Costume

This suit is made of a bright red deluxe pile plush with luxurious,white long fake fur plush trim and completely satin lined. Includes: Zipper coat wi… more


Deluxe Plush Santa Hat

Includes hat…. more

 

For more costume and party ideas visit Christmas-Costumes.org.

Santa Claus 101: the Ultimate Guide to Playing Santa at Christmas

A great Santa Claus impersonation is a useful skill to have: you can thrill your young children on Christmas Eve, make extra gift-buying money by working as a mall Santa, volunteer your services as a Salvation Army bell ringer, or be the life of your next office holiday party. Playing one of the most famous white-bearded men in history can be a daunting prospect, but with the right tools and preparation, you can act out the part of a convincing Santa Claus this holiday season.

Here’s what you need to play Santa Claus realistically:

A Great Costume No one is going to believe you’re the real deal if you don’t dress the part. Many of us can still picture that one intoxicated uncle staggering around in the snow sporting a red turtleneck, a straggly, elasticized beard, and a can of beer, hollering “Ho, ho, ho!” at the top of his lungs. Not a convincing Santa.

Instead, stock up with the following:

- A professional Santa suit, preferably one with shiny buttons, furry white trim, and a matching hat.

- Standard Santa accessories, such as the requisite wide black belt and buckled boots. White gloves and small, square glasses are also a good touch.

- Jingle bells and a toy sack filled with gifts are also appreciated by little ones.

Now that you’re dressed the part, what else do you need?

The Proper Chuckle Yelling “Ho, ho, ho,” isn’t actually a prerequisites for those who want to play Santa Claus. Actually, it’s much more convincing if you master the art of the belly laugh. A good, infectious chuckle goes a lot further than a forced, barking hoot.

Also, remember that Santa Claus is a good-natured guy and probably doesn’t run around with a scowl on his face too often. So while you’re in that Santa costume, keep smiling, Kris Kringle. This takes us to our last, but most important topic:

The Santa Attitude In order to keep your audience from eyeing you in suspicion, it is important to get into the proper character. Instead of feeling irritation at the enormity of the role you’re getting ready to play, take a few minutes to capture the Christmas spirit. Think about why you’re playing Santa in the first place: the high-octane excitement of the kids you’ll be performing for, or the extra money you’ll be providing for needy charities. Once you remember the point of your performance, it becomes a lot easier to get into character.

Next, you need to develop an air of mysteryespecially if you’re making an appearance at a family get-together. You’re playing the part of a man that inexplicably gets into homes once a year, without setting of the burglar alarm, alerting the family dog, or even being slowed down by the fact that the chimney of the house leads to a forced-air furnace and not a fireplace. The trick to mastering this important characteristic is stealth. Scope out a likely place for a costume switch, and have a cover story prepared for your absence in the meantime. If it’s safe, and you won’t slip off a snowy roof, consider sneaking out a window and reappearing in another room. Again, cover your bases by making sure there are no locked windows or other hindrances to your plan.

You can also simply slip into a room when no one is looking, and just observe for a moment. Let everyone notice you and wonder when you showed up, and then leave in the same subtle manner.

Playing Santa Claus can be one of the most rewarding hobbies you ever pick up. Plus, if you do it right, portraying the legendary Kris Kringle in a heartfelt and credible way, you’ll find your skills in very high demand over the holiday season.

Tips to Select a Suitable Santa Clause Costumes

Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas! Christmas is a favorite winter celebration that is time for traditions such as parties, baking cookies, trimming the tree, decorating the house, and family gathering. This big celebration is enjoyed by both children and adults. Many people are dressing up for Christmas parties and this awakens the Christmas spirit and spreading Christmas cheer to you as well as others.

The most famous costume for Christmas season is a Santa Clause suit, which kids love to be around with during Christmas. If you are planning to dress up as Santa Clause for local school Christmas fairs, fancy dress party or any Christmas party, there are four tips that can help you to enhance your Santa appearance. (These tips are great for lady Santa too!)Tip 1: Shopping checklist

Santa accessories that you will need include black belt, red stocking cap, glasses, red sweat suits and shirt, white glove, glue, jingles bells, laundry bag, lipstick, cotton swabs and fake bears. You can get all these accessories and costumes through online store we recommend. Tip 2: Identify the Usage of Santa Suit

If you are going to display Santa Clause away from your audience, you can go for a simple type of Santa suit with beard and gift sack. However, if the Santa suit serves for the purpose to interact close to your audience, you need to spend a little time on the detail of the costumes. If you are going to be in Santa costumes for longer period, make sure it is flexible for you to remove and put on easily. The beard and wig should be realistic to get the overall outlook to become more convincing.Tip 3: Budget on Santa Suit

How much are you willing to spend for your Santa suit? The prices vary base on the quality of the fabric and other material used to make the suit. For instance, zipper Jacket is more expensive than the one with pullover jacket because with zipper jacket, it is always easy to wear, take off and washable. Before you start shopping, browse an online store that offers variety of costumes matching with make up and accessories that you can customize accordingly. A standard set of Santa suit includes suit attach with belt loops, pants, hats, vinyl boot with plus cuffs, white glove and black belt with silver buckle. Santa belly costumes are also available for your selection. You can even add on wigs, makeup, and fake cigarettes with complete fake smoke to project an interesting Santa character. Tip 4: Character of Santa Clause

Before dressing up as a Santa Clause, you need to understand the character of Santa Clause. Santa Clause is well known for his rosy cheeks. You can apply pink blusher on your nose and cheeks that is in roses or cherry color. In addition, Santa has a happy personality and loves to say ‘Ho! Ho! Ho!”

Getting a full set of Santa Clause costume is not hard as long as you find the right place to buy all you need. Early preparation is always wise for Christmas party celebration. Santa Suit is definitely the perfect addition to any holiday wardrobe.

Elf Costume

Everyone knows that Christmas is a busy time.  People work incredibly hard for their bonuses, and dream of getting home to spend quality time with their families.  Santa isn’t that lucky however, and needs all the help he can get.  That’s where his helpers come in- the elves.

Sometimes the elves don’t get the recognition they deserve, and the big man in red takes all the credit.  However thanks to Will Ferrell and his now infamous movie Elf, people have started to appreciate the little guys in green a bit more.  After all without them there’d be no Christmas presents to speak of!

It seems prudent then that the demand for elf outfits has increased massively over the last few years.  It seems the public have warmed to the guys in green, and what better way to prove that than dressing up in an elf costume?

Elf costumes are available in a variety of different designs and are now a central part of Christmas fancy dress.  As with any costume there are varying degrees of quality, but most are very well made.  Generally speaking, an elf costume will comprise of a jacket, trousers and amazingly cool elf hat.  It’s also possible to get hold of curly elf shoes, some of which have bells on!

Both kids and adults are able to enjoy the pleasure of dressing up as an elf as outfits come in many sizes and shapes.  This means you’re as likely to see a group of elves at a school Christmas party as you are on a night out on the town.  Just make sure you treat them nicely if they’ve got pointy ears!

This Christmas spare a thought for the little fellers who do the hard work, and put a smile on their faces with an elf costume.  Who knows, you may find an extra special present in your stocking on Christmas morning.

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Great Santa Suit Costume Tips for the Annual Christmas Helper

The time of the season is coming to think about Santa suits. With the holiday season approaching all children begin to think of Christmas with Santa. He is a symbol to every child in the United States. Santa is not the reason for Christmas, but for children it is.

So with that said here are some reasons for you to get a Santa suit this year.

When ordering your Santa suit you have to know who is going to wear the suit first. If a child is going to wear the suit for a play then you do not need that much material for them. But if you are working at the mall you are going to have to be very detailed on your costume so the children know it is Santa and not a man. For a office party or party at home just a little detail would be nice if there are no kids there.

The best time to order your Santa suite is before Halloween so you can find them on the website or in a costume store. Sometimes during the Christmas season you can find a suit by the lights, and decorations in a retail store.

If you get a job at the department store they usually provide the Santa Claus suit for you which would save you time on research and ordering. Just make sure you find out in plenty of time for ordering if necessary. You can always rent a Santa suit if you need one on a short notice.

Here are a couple of scenarios when it might make more sense to make a Santa costume yourself.

- When there is a women who would like to have less fabric on the suit than the stores provide.

- Children are in a play and they are a tad smaller then the average Santa.

When you have the Santa suite on there is a way you need to act. Santa is happy, jolly, and full of joy, at all times. You never see him getting angry or saying bad words. You have a reputation to uphold so wear the suit with pride and have a great holiday. And remember that there are thousands of children who know who Santa is and what he stands for.

Hope this helps you find the perfect Santa suit. Just make sure you give yourself time to order the suit or get it online as soon as you can. And know if you do run out of time try going to the stores and looking by the decorations. You may find one there just for you.

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Walt Disney World at Christmas: Showcasing the Christmas Spirit

Christmas is by far the best event of the year that children of all ages will enjoy at Walt Disney World. There’s a festive spirit showcased at WDW that no other vacation spot can touch.

During this season, Disney World pulls all the stops to make it an ideal place to bring the family and celebrate the holidays. All the theme parks come together, from the middle of November to the end of December, in one big Christmas themed party.

The Decorations are at full hilt in the manner that only Disney can do. Millions of lights adorn the whole place. Wreaths, Christmas trees, holly and other holiday touches are highlighted with the Osborne lights. Special shows are staged with some of the most popular entertainers in concerts and special holiday events. The Disney characters are in their Christmas costumes and snow can be seen on Main Street and behind the MGM Studios. Nothing is spared at WDW during Christmas to immerse you and your family in the magic of the season.

The Magic Kingdom is at it’s holiday best as it hosts the “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Day Parade” with Mickey, the Gingerbread man, Santa, Jolly Snowman, the cute little Elves, the March of the Wooden Soldiers and a host of Disney characters. Walt Disney World at Christmas is aired on national television on Christmas Day. Spectacular fireworks displays, like “Wishes” and Illuminations are presented. You can even see snow falling on the rooftop of the Magic Kingdom castle. Holiday music fills Main Street and all the shops are dressed for the season.

At Epcot, no cost is spared throughout Future World. The countries that are featured in the World Showcase are presented with their own decorations according to each individual culture. The Christmas celebration in these countries is done just as it would be celebrated in their respective tradition. Many holiday personalities come to life during these events.

The Candlelight Processional highlights the WDW Christmas celebrations at Epcot. This live performance is a musical, re-telling the events of the birth of Jesus. A narrator, a full orchestra and choral performers all take part in this concert at the Epcot. The showing of the IllumiNations fireworks as its finale, highlights the event.

For events like Christmas, it would be best to plan ahead of time and make the necessary reservations early, as seats may not accommodate all the guests attending the shows. In fact, Christmas and New Year are the busiest times at the resort.

MGM Studios: The Disney MGM studios features the Osbourne Spectacle of Lights. The Spectacle of lights is a huge, 5 million plus display of holiday lights that adorns the streets of America at the back lot of the studios. The MGM Studios also features the “Hollywood Holly-Day Parade” of your favorite Walt Disney characters.

The now famous Osbourne Spectacle of Lights started in Little Rock, Arkansas, when Jennings Osbourne strung 1000 light bulbs as a gift to his daughter. Every year, lights were added. Eventually, it reached 3 million lights, and people soon took notice. This idea quickly became an excellent addition to the Walt Disney World Christmas, bringing a stronger and more festive feel to the occasion.

The Animal Kingdom Park features the Jingle Jangle parade, with the WDW characters as the main participants, and a huge Christmas tree at the entrance to the park. In addition to that, there is also the floor to ceiling tree in the middle of the lobby of the Wilderness Lodge.

The festive spirit is captured at Walt Disney World at Christmas. Spending a vacation at Disney during this season is ideal for everybody.

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