The art of decorating an evergreen tree in one's home is as well established as the tradition of giving presents. But in recent years another trend has started -- that of decorating the outside of the house and garden with lights and assorted decorations and it is becoming more popular with every passing year. This small format picture-based book will showcase the best (or rather the worst) in excessive decorations from around the world -- from the greatest number of lights to the tallest inflatables -- a delight for all connoisseurs of bad taste. Each of the entries features a caption from the proud homeowner. A short selection are listed below : "We have many beautiful homes in our area and unfortunately these homes are rarely decorated. My wife says its because people are not as 'fanatical' as my son and I. Also, the $500 light bill in January may be a deterrent to some...Ouch! But you have to do this from the heart and for no other reason..." Michael Wright, Fayetteville, Tennessee, USA "I'm on a balcony, so my display isn't very big, but I can accomplish much brightness and computerized synchronicity. I do it to show off and provoke more tenants to decorate -- I like to imagine the whole apartment block sprayed with lights. Overdecorated balconies are funny. I love lights - they seem to bring out the best in people. I also decorate my jackets and hats with LED lights to accessorise with my balcony. It gets the neighbors talking.What do my family and friends think about it? They try not to (only my husband enjoys it...to a point), they think I'm mental!" Llori Stein, Falls Church, Virginia, USA
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Chuck Smith runs Planetchristmas.com as a hobby. The site's popularity has mushroomed in recent years and he is constantly sent images of decorations from Christmas light fans the world over.
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Planet Christmas: The World's Most Extreme Christmas Decorations!,
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This review is from: Planet Christmas: The World's Most Extreme Christmas Decorations! (Hardcover)
I don't have the space or the money to have an extreme Christmas at my house, so I build on to what I have every year. This book inspired me to try some new things and each family who contributed to the making of the book had some neat tip or suggestion. I like having the best display in my neighborhood every year. The adults might think Christmas decorating is a waste of time and money, but the kids love it. I can't wait for next Christmas. My favorite is the elegant house and yard display from Springfield, Massachusetts on page 26. Other favorites are the Rice family on page 95, and the wonderful London displays on page 112 & 113.
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A World Wide Extreme,
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This review is from: Planet Christmas: The World's Most Extreme Christmas Decorations! (Hardcover)
I love Christmas displays and this is one of the best books I've found. IT features displays from around the world in full, vibrant color.
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Christmas Decorations,
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This is a beautiful book. The pictures were excellent. I really enjoyed it and got some good ideas for my decorating.
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