Lemax Collector Central

Carnival - The Cosmic Swing

Lemax Villages are almost like taking an escape from reality.  They feature such intricate details, and such spectacular life-like elements to them.  Every village building, accessory and person is made with exquisite care and attention, because collectors demand perfection, as they should.

The carnival pieces, to me, are some of the most whimsical and fun.  For instance, the Carnival Cosmic Swing piece.  This two-piece set features a ticket booth with ride conductor, and the ride itself is just as impressive.  This piece not only looks great, but it lights up, moves and plays music, instantly transporting you right into that familiar carnival atmosphere.

The Carnival Junior Flight School is another fun piece.  Like the Cosmic Swing, this piece features lights and sounds, along with movement.  Children of all ages (as well as those of us who are still young at heart) will delight in the festivity of this ride.   To further complete the carnival look, check out the Animal Cages.  These are so reminiscent of a traveling circus.  A giraffe, lion and bear will transport you into a world where your imagination can run wild!

The Dunkin’ Booth is my favorite.  How many times have you been a lawn fete, or amusement park, to see a nervous face sitting on the bench, and anxious kids and adults ready to throw that ball and dunk them?  These pieces are all so timeless.  Carnivals haven’t changed all that much from years past, and these pieces capture that feeling and excitement.  Lights, colors and sounds can take an ordinary collection and create a whole new mood.  If you’re looking to breathe some life into an otherwise ordinary Lemax Collection, then consider adding a few Carnival pieces!

Snow Flocked Mini Trees

It can be hard thinking about Christmas this time of year.  It’s still sunny and warm outside.  However, it’s back to school time for many kids, which signifies that fall is near.  Once the leaves start to change on the trees, and the chillier temperatures arrive, we all know that Christmas will soon be upon us!

Many Lemax collectors don’t decorate their villages with just Lemax pieces.  Many people choose to enhance their displays with other items.  Just this week, we got in huge shipments mini tree sets, which are the perfect size for Lemax villages!  We’ve got these trees in white, gold, olive green, and a darker green.  The dark green trees are even already decorated with festive ball ornaments!  The unlit trees are great because they each stand alone, so they can be displayed in a group, or spread out amongst your village pieces.

Blossom’s Flower Shop in Vail Village, Swordfish Point Lighthouse in Plymouth Corners, and Olde Town Antiques in Caddington Village all look marvelous on their own, but decorating them at Christmas time is so much fun!  If you’re looking to add a bit of sparkle and light to your displays, we have mini trees that are lit up with LED lights, too!  Each of the pre-lit trees comes as a set of three, but they all stand on one base.  The biggest tree in the set measures 24″ high.  These make spectacular background pieces for your villages.

Soon, we will be adding some new exciting 2010 collection pieces to our inventory.  Check back often, because collectors have been waiting for these pieces and they will go fast!

Harvest Crossing 3rd Street Five & Dime

Lemax Villages are just like the people who collect them;  individual and unique!  Lemax collectibles inspire creativity.  There are so many different options available for customizing any scene and no two Lemax Villages ever look the same.

One of the hottest new trends this upcoming holiday season is shatterproof Christmas ornaments.  What makes them so popular is that they have the look of glass that people love, but with all the practicality of plastic.  If pets or children get a hold of a shatterproof ornament and it falls, it won’t break.  Even better, they come in a vast selection of sizes and colors.

Many people who set up their Lemax Villages will decorate them for Christmas.  Combining Lemax with this season’s must-have items is a great idea to add some color and pizazz to any of Lemax’s collections.  We have shatterproof ornaments in smaller sizes, such as 1.5“, 2” and 2.5“.  These are great for scattering around on the ground and creating a colorful accent.

Another way to add some Christmas style to your Lemax displays is to create depth by using larger items towards the back.  For instance, we have a 14″ snow covered tree house and tree that would add wintry charm to any collection.  If you’re looking for more color, our mini tree skirts are the perfect size for using with your Lemax collectibles.  Laid out underneath your pieces, they add bright hues of red, green or white.  The best way to showcase your own personality is to let your imagination run wild and have fun with your displays!

Nightmare on Oak Street

Spooky Town is my favorite Lemax village.  It features eerie, haunted buildings, creepy crawly creatures, and frightening villagers.  We aren’t getting any new Spooky Town pieces this year to add to your terrifying collections, so if you’re a fan of this spine-chilling collection, it’s best to get what pieces you want or need for your town while we still have them!

When visiting a town as mysterious as this, it’s best to know the safest places for an out-of-town traveler to rest their weary bones (and places to completely avoid!)  Red River Motel offers the finest in chilling accommodations, and I once heard that Blackbeard’s Ghost still haunts the hallways here!  Halloween, as you can imagine, is the busiest time of year here, so make your reservations soon!  Other options include Dry Gulch Hotel or Dark Haven Lodge, but I can’t promise those aren’t haunted either!

I once saw a gruesome grave digger at the town’s Monsters Ball.  Of course, it might of just been a villager who got a horrifying costume they purchased at Agatha’s Costume Crypt, or Carlof’s Costumes & Masks.  The decor here it frightening, with lighted pumpkin totems and skulls!  If you frighten easily, you should stay home.  Mummies and werewolves are frequent guests at these parties!

If big hairy spiders or ghosts give you the heebie jeebies, you might want to stay home and forget all about visiting Spooky Town.  There are horrendous hair-raising sights to be seen, and mysterious supernatural creatures that lurk in the night ready to terrify you!

Santa's Wonderland "North Pole Christmas"

All of the Lemax Villages, from Plymouth Corners to Spooky Town are all celebrating Christmas in July!  We have so many spectacular Village pieces that will get you right into the festive holiday mood as well.

Ellen’s Flower Shop and the Natural History Museum, in Caddington Village, and Woodley’s Store, in Harvest Crossing are just some of the shops that are beginning to decorate their exteriors for the Christmas season.  You’ll notice wreaths, bright red bows, garland and lights going up, adding a jubilant feeling to the atmosphere.

The gingerbread Sugar ‘n Spice Villagers just might be the most festive Christmas in July celebrators of all!   Throughout each village, you’ll find holiday hayrides, Christmas tree decorations, skiing elves, and Santa’s Merry Makers.  You can also delight in reindeer rides and a snowman making contest!  If you look closely enough, you just might be lucky enough to catch an early glimpse of Santa Claus or one of his elves!

Harvest Crossing Village Garage Sale

I’m so excited to let all of the Lemax enthusiasts out there know that coming soon, Christmas Central will be getting in a new shipment of the 2010 collectible villages and village pieces.

Every person who collects Lemax is just as unique as the villages themselves.  We know that collectors and decorators enjoy different things.  For those of you who may not know, or those who are just starting to collect Lemax, I’ve got some great information to share with you.

Lemax has several different themes and Villages.  For instance, Caddington Village is the perfect collector set for those who have a passion for all things Victorian.  Caddington Village is a town that’s filled with turn-of-the-century sophistication and elegance.

If you love all things fun and whimsical, you want to familiarize yourself with the Carnival collection!  This fun-filled collection is chock full of rides, games and figurines that will bring out the kid in you!

One of my own personal favorite collections is Harvest Crossing.  This collection conjures up imagages of America’s heartland.  Everyone knows everyone in Harvest Crossing, and looks out for one another.  Your neighbors are your friends here.

Another great collection to get familiar with is Vail Village.  Here you can relax and unwind, or enjoy some rugged outdoor living in the fresh mountain air.  Nature rules here and the outdoorsman will find themselves right at home here.

Just in time for the upcoming holiday season comes Santa’s Wonderland.  This is my all-time favorite collection that is entertaining and magical.  Imagine peeking into the North Pole Village and seeing Santa and his merry little elves at work!  This is the perfect holiday, or all year round collection.

No matter if you’re looking for the perfect display set for the holidays, or if you’re looking for something you can proudly show off all year long, Lemax truly has something for everyone.  Stop back soon to see what new pieces we have.

“Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it.”  ~Russel Baker

Jerry's Hamburgers

Here in Harvest Crossing, summertime is in full swing.  The villagers just finished their 4th of July celebration and the dog days of summer are upon them.  This time of year is especially fun in Harvest Crossing because there are so many fun and unique places to visit.

Jerry’s Hamburgers is  a favorite of locals and tourists.  Jerry has been in business since 1953 and cooks up all of the local favorites.  Jerry’s is a gathering place of the towns people, and you’ll fall in love with the charming atmosphere as well.

The Round Top Market is buzzing all summer long, when the area farmers bring all their harvest here. Fresh tomatoes, corn, pumpkins and juicy watermelons are available here. This busy market is also a must-visit place for Harvest Crossing tourists!

One more favorite place of the towns people is Buzz’s Honey Pot.  This apiary collects and produces  honey all year long.  They also feature daily honey tastings.  The owner’s also sell their honey at the Flea Market.

These pieces are the perfect addition to your Harvest Crossing Lemax collection.  What special character can you add to your village?

By the time my husband and I had unwrapped our seventh covered white casserole dish, it became difficult to think of unique exclamations of surprise and thanks.  Although we truly appreciated everyone’s thought, we really didn’t need all eleven (yes, eleven!) white casseroles we received as shower and wedding gifts.

Now, because of our experience with multiples of gifts, I try to choose less common items to give the bride and groom.  One relative gave us a fun box of Christmas ornaments as a wedding gift.  Not only did we enjoy unpacking each one, we really needed those embellishments for our first tree!  So, we often give Christmas decorations to young couples.

Here, at Christmas Central, I’ve found another great option for wedding gifts…the Lemax collection!  These lighted miniature village and town pieces create wonderful scenes which can be accented with a wide choice of accessories, including people, animals, and trees.  Many of the buildings are decorated for Christmas, giving that just-married couple a nice start on holiday trimmings.

How about throwing the bride a Lemax shower?  Guests can choose gifts from whichever Lemax line you pick for your party theme.  Have a Caddington Village celebration and make it a Victorian Christmas Tea.  Perhaps the bride might prefer the Vail Village collection.  If so, you can incorporate ski lodge decorations and hot beverages.  Or, start her Plymouth Corners set and go with nautical décor.  The possibilities go on and on!  (Make it a couples’ Spooky Town shower, and ask guests to wear Halloween costumes!)

Once you and your shower guests have begun a Lemax collection for the bride and groom, family and friends can add pieces for wedding gifts, and on future birthdays and anniversaries.  Lemax is a gift which you can keep on giving!

How many home parties have you been invited to in your lifetime?  What about hosting a home party?  There’s so much work involved, with cleaning the house, making hors d’oevres, and worrying about where everyone will sit.  We’ve got the perfect solution for you!  Introducing the Christmas Central e-Party!  What makes it even more perfect is that you can invite your retired mom in Florida, your brother in Montana and your cousin in Virginia!

With a Christmas Central e-party, you’re in total control.  You and your guests can shop from the comfort of your own homes in your pajamas!   Invite your friends, family, neighbors and coworkers to shop at Christmas Central.   We offer over 27,000 unique items-home décor, giftware, candles, religious goods for all occasions, patio furniture & accessories, outdoor umbrellas and much, much more!  We also feature licensed sports products & team merchandise which includes the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, NCAA and NASCAR!

For the duration of your home party, guests shop as they please; no pressure sales!  There are no demands on your guests time; they shop when it’s convenient for them.

What’s in it for me?

A lot!  How about free merchandise credits?  When your guests purchase merchandise from Christmas Central, you will receive 20% of the sale (before tax and shipping charges) as additional merchandise credits! The more people you invite, the more free merchandise you’ll earn!  Spread the word even more using Facebook, Twitter or Myspace.  You can even send out free online invitations using Evite.

How does it work?

Book an e-party with us, and we’ll supply you with a unique party promotion code just for you and your party guests.  During the checkout process, your guests will enter the promotion code so you receive proper credit.  Your code remains active for a two-week period.  Your online party promotion code entitles your guests to a 10% discount at Christmas Central!

When will I get my free merchandise?

About 4 weeks after the close of your e-party, you’ll be sent a sales report including your merchandise credits.  You select your free merchandise from Christmas Central.  Call us toll free at 1-800-433-0038 or 716-706-0320 in the greater Buffalo, NY area and we will place your order by phone to ensure proper credit!

For more information, or to book your Christmas Central Online Home Party…

Email eileen@christmascentral.com or call toll free at 1-800-433-0038 or 716-706-0320

“Forget love – I’d rather fall in chocolate!”  ~Attributed to Sandra J. Dykes

Ginger Witch

Welcome to the land where it rains gumdrops and you can eat dessert before dinner.  This is the world where the only thing that rules is Sugar ‘n Spice. Everything here looks good enough to eat–but don’t!

When you first visit, you’ll pass through the Ticket Booth and proceed past the delicious candy corn hedges into the land of sweets!  There is so much fun to be had here!

Your tour guides today are the Ginger Witch and the Dreaded Cookie Ghoul.  You’ll enjoy every trick or treat they have to show you!  Prepare yourself for a day of super-sweet fun bobbing for jellybeans!

Be prepared for a little toil and trouble, though.  The Headless Gingerman is said to be roaming through the town.  He likes to hide over behind the cinnamon cookie fence, and sometimes will sit near the pumpkin wagon and benches.

When your day is drawing to and end, and that sugar crash kicks in, you’ll wander past the pumpkin pie carving, over to the gingerbread bus stop and head home.  The Sugar ‘n Spice villagers will be all lined up, waving you good-bye and hoping for a return visit soon!