Christmas Central Blog

What’s your favorite thing about spring? Maybe it’s the longer, sunnier days. Warmer weather. Blooming flowers and chirping birds.If you enjoy all of the above from a porch or patio, then now’s the time to sweep away last year’s leaves, wipe off winter’s grime and get ready to spend more time outdoors.Spring is one of our favorite seasons, too – along with winter, summer and fall! Keeping in mind … read more

In the depths of winter, do you long for a glimpse of green? Studies show that houseplants can be beneficial to our health. For one thing, green is a soothing color. Also, indoor plants satisfy our urge to connect with nature. Having even a small plant within sight can reduce stress and improve your state of mind. If you don’t have a green thumb or just don’t want to bother with plant maintenance … read more

Your family just got over its Christmas cookie sugar hangover when Valentine’s Day came along, with its hard candies and chocolate hearts. Now, Easter is on the horizon and you’re contemplating another several days to weeks of steady sweets consumption for your kids. While candy is an Easter staple, it doesn’t have to be the focus of every activity. Easter Egg Hunts, for instance, are supposed to … read more

There are some people who haven’t yet taken down their Christmas tree. Maybe it’s now a Valentine’s Day tree, but it’s there, spreading holiday joy (just a different holiday) a little longer.If you are one of those “tree people,” we suggest extending the decorating life of your artificial Christmas tree even further with a Mardi Gras tree!Why Decorate a Mardi Gras Tree?Mardi Gras marks the height … read more

Quick - what’s the most popular Valentine’s Day gift? While lots of advertising goes into promoting jewelry and flowers for Valentine’s Day, they are not the Valentine’s Day gifts that are given most often, according to a poll by the National Retail Federation.In fact, only 21% of Valentine’s Day gift givers give jewelry and 37% of people buy flowers. Instead, it seems the most popular gift f … read more