Those who collect figurines - such as Precious Moments, have many adorable items to select from this year! The thing I like most about Precious Moments is not only are the figurines adorable with great attention to detail, but they truly communicate a message which brings with it, lasting value! With budgets being an issue for many of us this year, it is a relief to know there are quality gifts available with truly affordable price tags! Consider some of the following items for gifts to decorate a home with a loving touch!
Candles -
Old Virginia Candle Company
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WoodWick
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available in 39 scents - we reviewed Applewood and Orange Grove
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scents last for about 30 days
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Attractive bottle with a wide enough opening to make it easy to turn reeds over
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each set includes bottle, scent and reeds
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refills available at a $5 savings
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Lovely way to fragrance your home without "flame" - excellent option for homes with children or even with people who may knock over a candle or drop a match. Excellent as a gift or as the special "little extra" for the people on your gift list! Tremendously well done!
Yankee Candle
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Etched
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attractive, easy to clean, easy to use
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These warmers add a stylish touch to any home - most ideal for homes without young children. Yankee Candle has a variety of warmers - something to fit anyone on your gift list! Tremendously well done!
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Home Fragrance Oils |
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available in 21 scents - we reviewed Lilac, Home for the Holidays and MacIntosh - all are truly delightful
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Wide variety of scents, truly something for anyone on you list! Truly an excellent and cost-effective way of fragrancing your home as it only takes a few drops for house of fragrance! A truly thoughtful gift - great as an add-on gift! Tremendously well done!
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Tarts wax Potpourri |
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72 scents available - we reviewed Balsam Cedar, Farmhouse Apple and Christmas Cookie tarts
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Again with this very wide variety of scents available, you are sure to find at least one or two for anyone on your gift giving list! Combined with a warmer, these tarts make a great and thoughtful gift! Tremendously well done!
Home decorations
Terry's Village -
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variety of items to select from - we reviewed -
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IN-96/1732 Star
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IN-95/3048 Snow Blocks
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IN-95/3041 Snowman Wall hanging
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IN-94/787 Give Thanks wall hanging
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IN-96/1584 star wreath
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IN-96/1603 rug
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IN-96/1596 border
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IN-91/3103 a mans castle sign
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IN-91/4701 Old Bear sign
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IN-95/3015 quilt
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IN-95/1203 snowman muffin pan
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IN-94/867 leaf hanger
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IN-91/4250 apple trivet
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IN-91/465 bell
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IN-96/1784 woodpecker
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IN-96/1761 yard chimes
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IN-96/928 flag chimes
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IN-91/5180 garden globe
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IN-96/1531 windmill
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IN-91/5184 globe windchimes
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affordable and fun items - sure to fit the decorating scheme of those on your list
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quality items made with wood and cast iron
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Things do not have to be expensive to make a nice gift! Terry's Village has a wide variety of gift items at reasonable prices! I particularly liked the flag chimes, garden globe, old Bear sign and the man's castle sign! Fun items will bring a smile to the face of the person you give them to! Tremendously well done, Terry's Village!
Enesco
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Jubilee
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Jubilee
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wood and stain - quality and design combine for a lovely gift
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encouraging message of faith and trust
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sized right for any room
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Deep, rich stains provide a type of "stained glass" look for these plaques - sure to be appreciated by any who receive them! Encouraging, inspiring and lovely, Jubilee plaques make a great gift for any occasion! Extremely well done!
Precious Moments
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adorable Mexican girl with colorful dress imprinted with "Feliz Navidad"
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Great gift for anyone with a Mexican heritage or for anyone who loves the song, "Feliz Navidad". Extremely well done!
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The
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girl putting her scarf on her snowfriend
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attention to detail - girl has braided pigtails, fur trimmed coat and headband and the snowfriend is all decked out with a hat trimmed with holly, green knitted mittens and a carrot for a nose
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curious kitten adds to the charm
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Any snowperson collector on your list will absolutely fall in love with this adorable ornament! Tremendously well done!
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When
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angel holding a star
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angel ahs opalescent wings and a golden halo
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I like how the star this angel is holding will reflect lights from a tree for even more charm! Perfect addition to a Precious Moments Nativity Set! Tremendously well done!
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We Three Kings |
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three piece set of three little kings
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each king is holding his gift of gold, frankenscents or myrrh
These little "kings" are so reminiscent of the church children's Christmas program! Can't you just see the children dressed as the kings?!!! Excellent addition to a Precious Moment's Nativity Set! Tremendously well done!
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Your Love Warms My Heart |
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loving couple in front of a fireplace all decked out for the holidays
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curious puppies add to the fun
You can almost smell the spice from this couple's cider, the smoke from the fireplace and the evergreen boughs and hear the crackle of the flames - this is certain to be a cherished part of any holiday decorations! Tremendously well done!
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Snow Mickey Mouse complete with "ears"
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details show the boy giving the "finishing touch" to his snowmickey which also includes Mickey Mouse's face, hands, scarf and buttons
Any person on your list who collects Mickey Mouse items will absolutely love this figurine! Fun, unique and extremely well done!
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God's Love Is My Guiding Light |
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excellent details - girl with the wind blowing her hair as she sits on the sea shore by a lighthouse
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heart drawn in the sand and footprints in the sand
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water, sand, starfish, gull and stones add to the details
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includes batteries to light the lighthouse
I live near Lake Michigan and can truly picture this girl, sitting on the sand near one of the many lighthouses on the lake - the wind is nearly always blowing! The message perfectly matches this figurine making for a lovely and meaningful gift! Tremendously well done!
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dad, mom and baby
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dad is holding flowers and a diaper bag - must be on their way home from the hospital
This figurine is a sweet way to mark a family's milestone - extremely well done!
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Celebrate
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includes book on moms and delightful figurine of a mom holding her baby girl
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details in clothes and tulip add to the enjoyment of this figurine
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gift packaging - nice touch
This figurine is a sweet way to mark a family's milestone - extremely well done!
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Peace
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little Chinese girl with a panda friend
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details in pigtails and pink outfit
This doll and stuffed bear is sure to be enjoyed by the collector or by the older girl! Extremely well done!
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Bob Siemon Designs
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cross design made from solid pewter
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includes hanging hardware
Great gift for the family on your list who will be spending their first Christmas in a new home! Extremely well done!
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solid pewter and wood plaque of Joshua 24:15
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includes mounting hardware
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Unique gift for the family on your list who will be spending their first Christmas in a new home! I like the simple and attractive design and how this verse is able to be displayed for all who enter the home! Tremendously well done!
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