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  • The original Rudolph did not have a red nose. In that day and age, red noses were seen as an indicator of chronic alcoholism and Montgomery Ward didn’t want him to look like a drunkard. To complete the original picture, he was almost named Reginald or Rollo.
  • The Christmas wreath was originally hung as a symbol of Jesus. The holly represents his crown of thorns and the red berries the blood he shed.
  • The three traditional colors of most Christmas decorations are red, green and gold. Red symbolizes the blood of Christ, green symbolized life and rebirth, and gold represents light, royalty and wealth.
  • Tinsel was invented in 1610 in Germany and was once made of real silver.
  • The oldest artificial Christmas trees date back to the late 1800s and were made of green raffia (think grass hula skirts) or dyed goose feathers. Next the Addis Brush Company used their machinery that wove toilet brushes to create pine-like branches for artificial Christmas trees that were less flammable and could hold heavier decorations.
  • ‘Jingle Bells’ – the popular Christmas song was composed by James Pierpont in Massachusetts, America. It was, however, written for thanksgiving and not Christmas.
  • Coca-Cola was the first company that used Santa Claus during the winter season for promotion.
  • Hallmark introduced their first Christmas cards in 1915.
  • The first recorded date of Christmas being celebrated on December 25th was in 336, during the time of the Roman Emperor Constantine. A few years later, Pope Julius I officially declared that the birth of Jesus would be celebrated on that day.
  • Santa Claus's sleigh is led by eight reindeer: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Dunder (variously spelled Donder and Donner), and Blixem (variously spelled Blixen and Blitzen), with Rudolph being a 20th-century inclusion.
  • Outdoor Christmas lights on homes evolved from decorating the traditional Christmas tree and house with candles during the Christmas season. Lighting the tree with small candles dates back to the 17th century and originated in Germany before spreading to Eastern Europe.
  • That big, jolly man in the red suit with a white beard didn’t always look that way. Prior to 1931, Santa was depicted as everything from a tall gaunt man to a spooky-looking elf. He has donned a bishop's robe and a Norse huntsman's animal skin. When Civil War cartoonist Thomas Nast drew Santa Claus for Harper's Weekly in 1862, Santa was a small elflike figure who supported the Union. Nast continued to draw Santa for 30 years, changing the color of his coat from tan to the red he’s known for today.
  • Christmas 2018 countdown has already begun. Will you be ready???
  • Why do we love Christmas? It's all about the traditions. In this chaotic world we can miss the "good old days." Christmas reminds us of that time.

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  12. Posted · Report reply

    The red tube is PEX that I connected all the lights to. Then I zip tied it to my "truck". The other red stuff is is my winch. Here is my topper I made. It's cut from 1/2 in thick steel. I made the guy wire attachments so long, so my "truck" fits between the guy wires without touching them.

    Nice work! Thanks.

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    So, I wanted to add a manger to my display. I didn't want to make it like all the rest. I started with finding what I wanted for a design. Then I got to work. Here is my disign. I used Plywood for the cut out and back. I used treated wood for the sides. Then I used shelving brackets for the light beams. I added rope light to the beams and sides.

    Hi That is beautiful. Could you take a picture of it in day lite so we could see how it is constructed? Thanks. Beautiful!

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    Hi Would you happen to have the phone number you used? Thanks.

    I called GF to order a runner for the Santa sleigh I go that was cracked. The woman was so helpful I was surprised, since some the people on here have reported having issues. She even told me they have the light holders for the Blowmolds. But need to order them in September cause the stock goes quick.

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    Hello,

    Looking to purchase a projector for VS and would appreciate some advise.

    Sometime ago a fellow member suggested a new projector that was available on eBay for about $120. I searched the forum but can't seem to find that recommendation. I know you can purchase one from Christmas Light Show but at 750 lumens it seems a bit weak. Does anyone know of a good (new) projector for under $150 and at least 1000 lumens? Thanks!

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