Friday, December 7, 2007

Christmas Dining and Entertaining Deals & Bargains

Here's some Fab deals, bargains and discounts on anything you'll need for Christmas Dining and Entertaining!
Pfaltzgraff Winterberry Cooler Glasses/ Mugs
Create a serene winter scene with this timeless motif from Pfaltzgraff. Intricately detailed with a ring of holly and bright red berries in a filigree pattern, finished with green trim for a festive touch.
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Lenox "Holiday Nouveau" Table Linen Collection
Traditional holiday motifs of holly and ribbon adorn this durable cotton-blend table linen collection. A festive addition to your holiday décor you'll use year after year.

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Lenox "Holiday" Towels
Express holiday happiness in the bath with these towels. Inspired by the Lenox Holiday Nouveau designs, these towels come in two varieties that inspire the beauty of the season.

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Celebrations by Mikasa Corinth Giftware Collection
Celebrations by Mikasa crystal captures old world craftsmanship with an eye to quality, detail, and exquisite design, which provide dazzling accents to both traditional and modern decor.

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Lenox "Holiday" Exclusive Gold Votive
This votive holder melds ivory bone china with 24-karat gold accents for a touch of elegance this holiday season. 3.5" H and comes with a candle.

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Christmas Decorating Ideas

Some of the popular Christmas decorations for outdoors are string lights, icicle lights as well as small and large bulb lights. People also choose many lawn ornaments for outdoor Christmas decorations. You might find candy canes, reindeer, snowmen, carolers, Santa Claus, manger scenes and elves too which only goes to show that there are so many different ways to use outdoor Christmas decorations.

Christmas tree

If you enjoy putting up Christmas decorations - whether outdoors or indoors - the options are pretty much endless. You might have candles, lights, mangers, trains, garland around the doorways, stocking on the fireplace and snow covered windows. Christmas time is always a time when people of all ages get out boxes and boxes of Christmas decorations and start planning what and where everything will go.
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Indoor Decorations : Christmas decorations inside are easier to arrange and do more things with then outdoor Christmas decorations. Under the Christmas tree, you might place a train that goes around the tree or you might display a manger scene. You can decorate the tree with lights, tinsel or a garland, and the tree topper could be an angel.

Around the home, you can have candle arrangements with pine branches and pinecones. You can add some spray snow and make a beautiful arrangement. You can also use angel hair on the fireplace mantel with some type of Christmas scene. You can put a garland up around the archways and hang your Christmas cards from the ends.

Outdoor christmas decorationOutdoor Decorations : If you have a pine tree in your yard, you can use the net lights that you just throw over tree and plug in or you might use some small bulbs that are indoor and outdoor rated. The big bulbs are great for outdoors because they throw out more light. Outdoor Christmas decorations for the lawn are plentiful as well. You can make a manger with carolers standing around it and if you are very creative, you might even have some Christmas song playing in the background.

You might have Santa Claus in a sleigh with his reindeer and the elves could be standing next to the sleigh waiting for Santa to take off. There are also the icicle lights that people put around their homes. You can even use candy cane plastic paper to wrap your porch poles and railings. Christmas decorations for the outside can be traditional yet creative.

Whether you choose to decorate indoors or outdoors, you can find that right before Thanksgiving, all the Christmas decorations are on the store shelves already and Christmas shopping seems to start earlier every year.

Thursday, December 6, 2007

Choosing Unique Christmas Decorations for Your Home

Christmas decorations seems to grow more and more varied and diverse as the years go by. Every Christmas time, manufacturers come up with many variations of an old decoration to spice it up. Many people even buy new Christmas decorations every year to go with the current trend and to make their Christmas more exciting. Christmas decorations definitely do add more color and flair to your home during the holiday season.

Christmas decorationsTypes of Christmas Decorations :

Some of the more common Christmas decorations around the world are the Christmas tree, the Christmas stocking, wreaths and Christmas lights. These decorations are among the most commonly used decorations seen anywhere. There are many variations of any single Christmas decor or ornament which makes decorating so much fun.

Christmas decorationsChristmas trees are also filled up with many other Christmas decorations and ornaments that might catch your fancy. The trees are a tradition that dates back to pagan times but have been adopted by Christianity because of the declaration of the birth date of Christ as December 25th. Christmas trees are Christmas decorations especially when they are small enough to be placed on counter tops or table tops. These miniature versions of the full sized trees can also be decorated with miniature ornaments.

The Christmas stocking was once a tradition in which people believed that Santa Claus would place gifts inside stocking left hanging by the chimney. Right now, the Christmas stockings are used as Christmas decorations to hang wherever the owner would wish to hang them. Smaller versions of the stocking can also be hanged in the Christmas tree as ornaments.

Christmas decorationsOther Christmas decorations that are popular nowadays are wreaths and Christmas lights. Wreaths are the round-shaped greenery that is often hung in doorways and walls decorated with many miniature ornaments. Christmas lights on the other hand have no limitation of where they can be placed. The homeowner can go overboard regarding the areas to light up and can even cover his entire house and surrounding with the lights. The Christmas tree and any other parts of the house can easily be decorated with Christmas lights.

These Christmas decorations are but a few of the more commonly used decor for Christmas. Many other unique and common Christmas decorations around made from a variety materials. These decorations can be as expensive as glass and crystal or as inexpensive as popcorn and paper. All you need to be to create beautiful decorations is to be imaginative.

Hottest Christmas Toys of 2007

With Christmas fast approaching you must be wondering what's on your kids wish list this year (that's if they haven't told you already!). Well don't worry here's a guide of the Hottest Toys this year that will help you decide what to get your kids this christmas that will not only get that million-dollar smile on their faces but it will definitely get you some cool points as well!! Toys-R-Us have pinpointed toys like the Sesame StreetT.M.X Friends (Like Elmo & Cookie Mosnter), Transformer Ultimate Action Figures and the High School Musical 2 Board Game as some of the most popular this year. Who knows toys better than them? Remember these are some of the most popular toys this year so buy them now before they start disappearing, there's something here for every boy and girl no matter what age group!

Hottest Christmas Toys of 2007 (Infant/ Preschoolers)

Infant/ Preschoolers

Fisher-Price Sesame Street Pizza Party Elmo/ T.M.X Tickle Me Extreme Cookie Monster: Who doesn't love Elmo and Cookie Monster from Sesame Street? Much more than a stuffed toy, when Elmo's extended hand is pressed, he begins to move and talk. "Let's sing the pizza song together," he says, and begins his lighthearted pizza pie song and dance. And Simply press Cookie's belly to see Cookie begin with laughter and it ends by rolling on his side around on the floor hysterical with laughter and humorous phrases.

My Little Pony Sing & Dance Pinkie Pie: Whether she's shimmying and singing along to your favorite Pinkie Pie song, or playing interactive games together, Sing & Dance Pinkie Pie pony is there to share the fun! Her mouth actually moves when she sings! And you can sing along with the included songbook! As she plays, her eyes blink and she turns her head. And when she dances, her skirt and tail swish along.

Thomas the Tank Train Engine Play Tent:
Hop aboard Thomas the Tank Engine for hours of make-believe play. This two-cube structure snaps into place in seconds. Enter through the side entrance or tunnel door; there's mesh ventilation in the roof and two mesh front windows. Tunnel ports allow for expandable play.

Fisher-Price Smart Cycle: The Fisher Price Smart Cycle combines the fun indoor activity of video game playing with the physical activity the great outdoors will give you. Designed for kids ages three to six, the Smart Cycle "physical learning arcade system" is an all-in-one stationary bike, video game console, and educational tool. Your little one will exercise her brain and her body and have loads of fun in the process.

Dora the Explorer Three-Wheeled Scooter: This purple scooter is adorned with Dora the Explorer graphics and is perfect for new riders to cruise around the neighborhood in style. he scooter is designed with tri-wheels for stability and balance, a skid-resistant foot plate for safe footing, and a steel frame for super durability (it'll even hold up to 100 pounds).

Hottest Christmas Toys of 2007 (Ages 5-10 years)

5-10 years

Jakks EyeClops Bionic Eye: Say goodbye to normal magnifiers! With the Jakks EyeClops Bionic Eye hand-held device, kids can view everyday objects at 200 times their regular size. Recommended for kids ages six and up, the EyeClops creates hours of endless play and exploration that's fun for the entire family.

Transformer Optimus Prime/ Bumblebee 16-Inch Bike: The Kent 71630 Transformers Optimus Prime/ Bumble Bee 16-Inch Boys Bike is an ideal bicycle for boys who have just learned how to ride a bike. This Official Transformers Movie bicycle offers a vibrant red and blue motif that resembles Optimus Prime or a a vibrant yellow and black motif that resembles Bumble Bee, the heroic Autobots from the 2007 blockbuster.

VTech Kidizoom Digital Camera: Little ones will have a blast taking candid pics with their Kidizoom Camera. Kidizoom includes a connector cable to plug in and watch a picture slideshow or view the 5-minute movies they've created on any TV or PC. Fun photo-editing features allow kids to distort pictures or add silly frames.

XMODS Evolution Transformers Barricade RC Racer-Bumblebee: Race Bumblebee the Transformer in his bright yellow Camaro Concept form. Plus, you can customize your car with a weapons and light kit and turn Bumblee into a heroic defender of justice as you prepare for war against the DECEPTICONS from the 2007 blockbuster "Transformers".

Mattel Barbie Fashion Fever Styling Heads: The Fashion Fever styling heads come with hair clips, rubber bands, glittery scarves, rhinestone stickers, and glitter gel. There are two hairbrushes so that young girls can invite a friend or sister to play and maybe even host competitions with. And when they tire of making the dolls' heads look great, each of the trendy accouterments can be worn by them!Before you know it, styling fever will be spreading!

Hottest Christmas Toys of 2007 (Ages 10-15 years)

10-15 years

K2 Junior Girls/Boys Skates: The perfect skates for the first-time skater, the K2 Junior Skates offer unsurpassed support, an easy fit, and superb comfort.It also boasts an easy-pull lace system with a locking buckle and pushbutton adjustment, so it's simple to fine-tune the frame to fit different-sized feet.

XPV Super Terranator Orange 27 MHz: The Terranator is six mean vehicles in one - street car, off-road 4×4, dragster, swamp buggy, snowmobile and speedboat. Four huge pneumatic monster tires means it can tackle just about any terrain. Tread across the land, then take flight with the touch of a button. It also features a composite hull design for superior water skimming and a turbo-charged engine for extreme performance.

Mattel High School Musical DVD Board Game 2: Based on the hit Disney Channel movie "High School Musical 2," this DVD Board Game lets kids take part in the fun. Kids compete across several movie-based categories, as they watch video clips, original outtakes, and songs and dances from the movie. The player with the greatest knowledge of the movie wins.

Razor E100 Electric Scooter: The Razor E100 electric scooter is extremely powerful and reaches speeds up to 10 mph. This scooter can be used for up to forty minutes of continuous use. There is a new chain driven motor and a new twist-grip throttle to control your acceleration.

Barbie Girls MP3 Player: B Stylin, B In Tune, B Connected, with Barbie Girls! Your Barbie Girls device is a next-generation fashion doll and stylish MP3 player all in one. Connect her to your computer to unlock tons of new features on BarbieGirls.com, including special fashions, furniture, accessories, pets, and access to Club Beauty! Your Barbie Girl comes with a second fashion, adjustable-sized earbuds, belt clip, docking station, registration CD, and reusable storage case. 512MB memory, expandable miniSD slot up to 2GB

Hottest Christmas Toys of 2007 (Big Kids 15 and above!)

Big kids (15 and above)

Spinmaster Air Hogs Battling Havoc R/C Helicopters: Havoc Heli is the world's smallest, most advanced radio-controlled helicopter %uFFFD capable of incredible maneuverability. Laser Battle Helis are armed with infrared beam weapons, so you can duel in a kind of exciting real-world 3D "video game" complete with authentic battle sounds and action!

Razor Ground Force Electric Go-Kart: The sleek silver-and-black Ground Force go-kart attains a maximum speed of 12 miles per hour, making it the perfect kart for zipping around flat trails or a cul de sac. The Ground Force's quiet variable-speed, chain-driven motor is powered by two 12-volt batteries, which deliver approximately 45 minutes of drive time per charge.

Spalding 72351 Portable Basketball System: Enjoy years of recreational basketball fun in your backyard with the Spalding residential portable basketball system(model 72351), which features a 37.5-gallon base that fills with water or sand for stability. It offers a three-piece, 3.0-inch diameter silver pole and the Pro Glide lift system for easy height adjustment from 7.5 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments. It's matched with a 44-inch poly-carbonate backboard, 5/8-inch solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim, and an all-weather net.

The Sims 2 Deluxe (Sims 2 and Sims Nightlife Expansion): Enjoy all the fun and creativity of The Sims 2 in The Sims 2 Deluxe. Create your own houses, neighborhoods, Sims, and family dynasties?then watch it all come to life! Will your Sims experience the rewards of a life well lived? Or will you choose to neglect their needs, indulge their fears, and see what happens? As your Sims' family grows, you'll see them pass on genes from one generation to the next. The Sims 2 Deluxe also contains The Sims 2 Nightlife Expansion Pack and a bonus DVD.

Revell Vexplorer Robotics System: Design and build endless configurations. Partially assembled with the claw, arm tower and wheel sub-assemblies already built, you can have a working motor in less than an hour. Then you can tear it apart to make your own unique robot. "The arm" reaches high and low to grab.. Whatever%u2026"The Claw" Strong enough to pick up a 12 ounce can, and sensitive enough to pick up a feather. For kids 14+ and their parents who want to mix fun and exploration with science and technology education.

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom!!

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom!! (#1)

Wondering what to give your Mom this Christmas that will show her how much you love and appreciate her and bring a smile to her face?? Here's a list of some gifts especially designed to show Moms just how special they are%u2026.and watch out for my other Top 10 Gift ideas for the other special people in your life!

1) Digital Picture Frame/ Keychain: Gift Mom a bundle of memories with a Digital Picture frame or Keychain. These Digital Picture Frames are available in all shapes, sizes & prices. They are usually compatible with most types of memory sticks/cards and don't even require to be plugged into a computer to load data. So why keep a single picture in a frame when you can rotate a selection of digital photos, video and music? Just load it up with her favorite family photos, videos, music and you're sure to make your mom shed a tear of joy!

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a) PanDigital 9.2" Digital Picture Frame: This easy-to-operate 9.2" frame displays your personal memories on a bright, clear LCD screen.(Original Price $249.99 Sale Price $199.99)

b) Sungale SA7A 7" Digital Photo Frame: The SA7A digital multimedia player supports both JPEG photo viewing, music (MP3) and (WMA) playback. (Original Price $160 Sale Price $77.99)

c) Sharper Image Digital Photo Keychain, 1.4": A pocket full of memories. This brilliant keychain displays high-resolution digital photos on an ultra-bright, full-color 1.4" LCD screen. The 8MB internal memory holds up to 60 pictures to be enjoyed any time you grab your keys.(Original Price $34.99 Sale Price $29.99)

d) Photoblitz by Matsunichi PF7e 7-Inch Digital Picture Frame: This 7-inch Digital Picture Frame combines all the tasteful features of a traditional picture frame with the latest digital age innovations.

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2) Fragrace Gift Set: A sweet smelling choice of gift would be a fragrance gift set of your Mom's favorite scent ranging from a romantic & classic floral scent, a zesty & energizing citrus scent or warm & exotic spicy scent! There's a whole array of gift sets to choose from starting with celebrity fragrances like Glow & JLo, Covet by Sarah Jessica Parker, 'Paris Spectacular' by Paris Hilton, White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor, Gwen Stefani's "L" and Fantasy by Britney Spears. Fragrances by designers are hugely popular as well and include Calvin Klein's Obsession & Euphoria Blossom, Clinique's From the Heart, DKNY's Be Delicious, Escada's Into the Blue, Estee Lauder's Beautiful To Go, Dolce & Gabbana The One and Vera Wang's Princess.
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a) Liz Claiborne Perfume Spray Collection: This deluxe collection of top women's designer fragrances include .5 oz perfume sprays of Realities, Curve Kicks, NEW Sweet Desire by Realities and Curve Crush as well as a silver travel mirror. (Original Value: $240 Now for: $29.50)

b) Lancôme Trésor Splendors Set: Set includes: Eau de Parfum Spray 3.4 Fl. oz, Perfumed Body Crème 5.3 oz, Foaming Bath Gel 3.4 Fl. oz. and Miniature Parfum .25 Fl. oz.(Original Value: $245 Now for:$92.00)

c) Davidoff Cool Water Surprisingly Cool Set for Women: Davidoff Cool Water Woman offers a special delight in SURPRISINGLY COOL. Boxed and ready for gift giving, inside she'll find full size versions of - Eau de Toilette Spray, Moisturizing Body Lotion, Gentle Shower Breeze PLUS a deluxe mini of NEW Cool Water Wave Eau de Toilette. (Original Value: $123 Now for:$59.00)

d) Live by Jennifer Lopez Holiday Gift Set: Give the gift of fun with the Live by Jennifer Lopez holiday gift set. This gift set includes a 3.4 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray, Sexy Vibe Body Lotion and a dual Live and Live Luxe deluxe rollerball.

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom!! (#3)

3) Jewelry: Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend%u2026..and don't forget your Mom is a girl! A piece of jewelry anything from a pair or earrings, bracelet, necklace or pendant is a great gift and will be worn and cherished for years to come! Remember all that Glitters need not necessarily be Gold or Diamonds and it's the Thought that counts%u2026not how much it costs!

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a) 14K Gold Diamond Accent Earrings: Diamond accents add glitzy sparkle to a traditional knot design. Set in 14k gold. (Regular Price $200 On Sale: $99)

b) Cultured Freshwater Pearl Multistrand Bracelet Collection: Five strands of luminous cultured freshwater pearl make a bold, luxe statement. Set in sterling silver. Each sold separately. (Regular Price $60 On Sale: $29)

c) Triple Smoky Quartz Drops Necklace: The Triple Smoky Quartz Drops Necklace is a great example of the Kuo Ting style. This piece has a delicate gold chain that connects with a hook and box clasp. The three, quartz pendant hangs loosely on the chain to give movement and a Y- shape. A very pretty piece for any occasion. (Regular Price $143 On Sale: $99)

d) 14k Gold Diamond "#1 Mom" Charm: Diamond accents add a touch of sparkle to this dainty "#1 Mom" charm. This classy charm spells out, in the most elegant way, just how special she is. It's finished with a lobster claw clasp that allows it to attach easily to a bracelet or chain.(Regular Price $249 On Sale: $99.99)

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4) Make-up/ Skin Care Gift Set: Keep Mom looking young and vibrant with a make-up/ skin care gift set. Lots of brands to choose from like Elizabeth Arden, Clinique, Prescriptives ,Shiseido, MAC, Lancome and Clarins.

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a) Prescriptives Colorscope Refillable Palette for Eyes and Cheeks-Warm: Comes filled with a special holiday Cheek Color (in Ginger with gold overspray) and Highlighter (in Warm Light with gold overspray), six Eye Colors (in Frosting, Malt Sparkle, Pongee, Apricot, Antique Gold, and NEW Goldleaf) and a limited edition double-ended brush. (Original Value: $240 Now for: $29.50)

b) Clinique Eye Favorites: Everything she needs to let her eyes shine. A unique collection of special value, in a luscious pink mirrored makeup case. Set includes All About Eyes High Impact Mascara in Black, Long Last Lipstick in Sugared Maple, Colour Surge Eye Shadow Palette with 6 shades, Take the Day Off Makeup Remover for Lids, Lashes & Lips! (Original Value: $72 Now for: $32.50)

C) Shiseido Brilliant Revitalizer Set: Brighten up the holiday season with an exclusive collection of ground breaking skincare technology that brightens, targets spots and retexturizes to reveal a more lustrous skin. Collection includes full size Bio-Performance Advanced Super Revitalizer Cream Whitening Formula, a travel size White Lucent Brightening Refining Softener and deluxe samples of White Lucent Brightening Cleansing Foam , White Lucent Brightening Massage Cream and White Lucent Concentrated Brightening Serum. Also includes complimentary facial massage gift certificate and compact mirror. (Original Value: $150 Now for: $100)

d) Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gift Set: This luxurious set includes a full size Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsules Intensive Treatment for Face and Throat with CLX complex (60 capsules). Also included: Ceramide Plump Perfect Moisture Cream SPF 30, Ceramide Plump Perfect Eye Moisture Cream SPF 15 and travel size Ceramide Purifying Cream Cleanser. All in a champagne gold quilted travel case. (Original Value: $137 Now for: $79.50)

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom!! (#5)

5) Watch: A watch is a Timeless gift! As a gift, a watch is something she will cherish and remember whenever she looks at the time! It can be given a personalized touch by getting a messaged embossed/ carved on it like "I love you Mom" or "You're a Timeless beauty Mom!" A watch is a true keepsake and a wonderful gift you can't go wrong with.

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a) Velvet Crystal Watch: Timed right with crystal sparkle. Fashion's big on bold timepieces like this rectangular-shaped watch fashion-detailed with a crystal bezel and adjustable 7" length velvet strap. (Original Price: $69.99 On Sale: $34.99)

b) Hugo Boss Women's Donna Stainless Steel White Dial: HUGO BOSS is innovation, creativity and fascination. A unique and distinctive style timepiece that gives fresh and bold look to any scene. (Original Price: $695 On Sale: $152.99)

c) Baby Phat 'Luscious' Watch: A classic style watch with updated features. Genuine leather strap with whip stitched detail along top and finished with a faux diamond bezel. (Original Price: $125 On Sale: $75.99)

d) Ladies' Citizen Stainless Steel Bangle Watch with Crystal Bezel : This ladies' Citizen bangle watch has a black dial in a rectangular case with a Swarovski crystal accented bezel. It is water-resistant and comes with a five-year limited warranty (Original Price: $200 On Sale:$150)

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6) Favorite movie/ TV Show Dvds: Gift your mom a collection of her favorite Movies and TV shows so she can watch them whenever she wants. Really big dvd releases this year include the boxed dvd collection of Gilmore Girls that aired its final season this year, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy & The Oprah Winfrey Show came out with a 20th Anniversary Special Collectors Box. And you just can't go wrong gifting her some classic and timeless movies like Casablanca and Gone with the Wind!

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a) Desperate Housewives -The Complete third Season (2006): All the gossip of Wisteria Lanes women will come out in the wash in this spectacular six-disc set. Bubbling over with exclusive bonus features, including a behind-the-scenes look at the season finale and even more secrets straight from the show, this is the sudsiest season yet. (Original Price: $59.99 On Sale: $40.99)

b) Essential Classics- Romances (Gone with the wind/ Casablanca/ Doctor Zhivago) : This four-disc set, part of Warner's Essential Classics series, collects three truly classic films--Gone with the Wind, Casablanca, and Doctor Zhivago--in one inexpensive package. (Original Price: $30.98 On Sale: $22.99)

c) Gilmore Girls- The Complete Series Collection (2007): This DVD set includes all 153 episodes on 42 DVDs in their original full-frame broadcast video with Dolby Surround Sound. Special Features include a "Welcome to the Gilmore Girls" documentary, deleted scenes from select episodes, pop-culture montages, a `gilmoreism' book, commentary on "I Jump, you Jump Jack" by series creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, as well as several `behind-the-scenes' featurettes. (Original Price: $258.82 On Sale: $181.19)

d) The Oprah Winfrey Show- 20th Anniversary Collection: The Stars. The Stories. The Moments. An unprecedented six-disc collection celebrating the 20th Anniversary of THE OPRAH WINFREY SHOWDVD Collection to Oprah s Angel Network. (Original price: $54.99 On Sale: $46.99) one-on-one with Oprah Winfrey herself. Twenty extraordinary years from Oprah to you. Oprah Winfrey will donate 100% of Harpo s profits from the sale of this DVD Collection to Oprah s Angel Network. (Original price: $54.99 On Sale: $46.99)

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7) Handbag: If there two things women love and can't get enough of its shoes and Handbags! So why not gift her a trendy metallic handbag, a classy clutch, patent bag or a Designer label bag!

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a) Charlie Lapson "Zina" Handbag: Created from fine Italian leather, the handbag alternates croco-embossing with lustrous patent leather. Ideal for the busy woman, the "Zina" tucks easily under your arm while keeping you organized. (Retail Price: $275 On Sale: $99.99)

b) Blossom Fan Clutch: This stylish clutch features the soft, textured leather and floral embellishment of Wilson's Leather Blossom collection. (Retail price: $38 On Sale: $29.88)

c) Fendi Handbag Zucchino Nero: This Fendi handbag is an instant classic. It is finished in black FF Zucchino jacquard fabric. This bag is cloaked in all black, including black leather and black handles. Gold Stainless Steel hardware with Fendi logo on each handle attachment. (Retail Price: $785 On Sale: $269)

d) Charlie Lapson "Brenda" Handbag: Understated elegance crafted with ladylike good-looks.Designed from fine Italian leather, the hand crafted details of this sophisticated handbag will offer you fashion ease from work to play. (Retail Price: $275 On Sale: $139.99)

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom!! (#8)

8)Winter Wear: Since its winter get mom a great new Coat, a gorgeous Sweater or a super comfy Robe. Just make sure you know her size and taste, if not, make sure you note the stores exchange/ return policy.

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a) Calvin Klein Open Shawl-Collar Cardigan: A long and loose cardigan that adds a hint of elegance to your causal chic look. Made up of Viscose, lambswool, nylon, angora & cashmere. (Original Price: $148 On Sale: $74)

b) Donatella Belted Swing-Skirt Coat: Don't keep your chic style indoors! Step out in this head-turning coat with a flattering swing-skirt shape. (Original Price: $255 On Sale: $165)

c) Charter Club Supersoft Snuggle Robe: Slip into this plush, supercozy weekend delight and you'll take a trip to cloud nine. (original Price: $59 On Sale: $46.99)

d) Nine West Wool Belted Coat: A wide lapel lends a chic, updated look to the classic wool coat. (Original Price: $200 On Sale: $150)

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9) For Her Kitchen: Spruce up her Kitchen by gifting her a swanky new appliance she's missing like a Slow cooker, Espresso machine, Waffle maker, Ice-cream maker or this Ingenious counter-top garden!

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a) AeroGrow AeroGarden: The AeroGarden offers easy, foolproof gardening year-round, right on your countertop. Requires no dirt or natural light, yet grows twice as fast as a soil-based garden. Automatic alerts let you know when more water or nutrients are need. Time-release nutrients. Organic-based and 100% natural. (Original Price: $199.99 On Sale: $149.99)

b) Krups Coffee and Espresso Combination Machine: Brew up to 10-cups of fresh espresso so hot and delicious you'll make your favorite café jealous. Model XP1500. (Original Price: $130 On Sale: $99.99)

c) Cuisinart 6 Slice Waffle Iron: Now you can make sumptuous Belgian waffles in no time with this convenient waffle iron. It makes up to six slices, which is just the right amount for a family and includes deep pockets and nonstick plates for easy cleanup. (Original Price: $100 On Sale: $79.99)

d) Cuisinart Mix-it-In Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker: Customize your cone with this ingenious soft serve ice cream maker that automatically adds up to three of your favorite mix-ins. Make a heaping 1-1/2" quarts of fun, fresh ice cream in just 20 minutes, then pull out tabs to release mix-ins - like chocolate chips or sprinkles - down the chute and right into your frozen dessert for an extra tasty treat.(Original Price: $125 On Sale: 99.99)

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10) Gift Basket: A Basket full of Special holiday treats may be just the way to go this Christmas. There's a huge variety of baskets to choose from ranging from those filled with chocolates, cookies and candy, flavored coffee, to savory treats, cheese and sausages and even gourmet food like wine and smoked salmon! If you want to customize the contents to your moms favorites just create your own basket of goodies!

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a) Fall Celebration Gift Basket: A celebration of all things autumn, this rustic bronzed basket is packed with a fall harvest of gourmet snacks and accented with a beautiful cluster of seasonal branches and gourds. Includes- Portlock salmon, Brie cheese spread wheel, cheese knife, Sourdough rounds and black peppercorn crackers, California roasted & salted pistachios and Ferrero Rocher. (Original Price: $52.00 On Sale: $34.99)

b) Harry & David Cheer Gift Basket: Great gourmet giving. Mile-wide smiles and an uncontrollable urge to dig-in are sure to be symptoms of receiving this basket brimming with Harry & David's best sweet and savories. Includes- Mixed nuts, Cherry chocolates, Dark chocolate truffles, Moose Munch confection, Pepper and onion relish, Pepper and onion crackers. (Original Price: $70.00 On Sale: 49.99)

c) Pacific Northwest Basket: Brighten a loved one's day with this wonderful basket of delicious, smoked salmon and scrumptious desserts in a colorfully presented gift basket. Includes mouthwatering lobster and salmon spreads, perfectly smoked salmon and two delectable desserts. Give this as a gift and expect a big smile in return. (Original Price: $80.00 On Sale:$59.99)

d) Small Red Velveteen Package: This soft velveteen box - with its whimsical shape and dramatic bow - is an elegant presentation for the opulent assortment of treats stored inside- Lindt chocolate truffles, chocolate peppermint pretzels, Scottish shortbread and tons of assorted toffees! (Original Price: $33 On Sale: $19.99)

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