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Chelsea Flower Show Says 'Yes' to Gnomes Again

Posted by Linda Trzyna on May 27th 2026

If you need further evidence that whimsy has returned to the garden, consider the 2026 Chelsea Flower Show.Britain's premiere gardening event, organized by the Royal Horticulture Society, lifted a long-standing ban on garden gnomes this year as part of a fundraiser that invited celebrities to decorate whimsical garden statues. The “celebrity gnomes” were then auctioned off, raising m … read more

Chelsea Flower Show Says 'Yes' to Gnomes Again

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Little Garden Gnomes Bring Big Whimsy to the Yard

Posted by Linda Trzyna on May 26th 2026

Garden gnomes are quirky little statues that pop up in flower beds throughout America and Europe. But where did gnomes come from? Love them or leave them, gnomes have an interesting history.For hundreds of years, these mythical beings have figured in folklore and legends in cultures across Europe, from Germany to Iceland.The word gnome is believed to come from the Latin “gnomus” or G … read more

Little Garden Gnomes Bring Big Whimsy to the Yard

Americana Decorations: This is the Year to Go All-Out on Red, White and Blue Decor

Posted by Linda Trzyna on May 21st 2026

America celebrates summer with a number of true-blue, flag-waving celebrations. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, we march in parades, attend picnics, host barbecues and family reunions. We head for the beach, the lake or the hills for a little adventure, rolling down highways or soaring from sea to shining sea.The casual freedom summer represents for many is revealed in a wide ar … read more

Americana Decorations: This is the Year to Go All-Out on Red, White and Blue Decor

Start Summer with a Bang: Our Most Spectacular 4th of July Decorations for 2026

Posted by Linda Trzyna on May 20th 2026

Get ready to kick off summer with a bang! With Fourth of July just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than by decking out your home in spectacular red white and blue decorations?Whether you’ll be hosting a backyard barbecue or simply want to do a little flag waving, Christmas Central can get your celebration started with our top picks for Fourth of July decor.Send patrio … read more

Start Summer with a Bang: Our Most Spectacular 4th of July Decorations for 2026

Save Your Summer Fun: How to Quickly Fix a Leaky Pool Float

May 18th 2026

Few things can deflate a perfect day in the pool faster than a leaky pool float. But you can save the day – and the pool floaty! – with a quick repair. Follow these four steps to patch punctured pool floats:1. Find the LeakYou may be able to find the leak while you’re still in the pool. If the pool toy is still partially inflated, place it under water one section at a time. Squeeze l … read more

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