How to Hang Christmas Lights
Wondering how to hang Christmas lights without the annual meltdown? Holiday lights have a reputation for being one of the most frustrating parts of decorating for Christmas, and it is true: few things dim your holiday cheer faster than a strand that is tangled, refusing to light, or seemingly impossible to hang. So we created […]
Types of Christmas Lights Guide
There are more types of Christmas lights out there than most people realize until they stand in front of a whole wall of them. Strings, bulbs, sizes, finishes, colors: the options multiply quickly, and the labels do not explain themselves. That is where this guide comes in. With the right holiday lights, you can make […]
How to Use Ribbon on a Christmas Tree
A few rolls of ribbon on a Christmas tree can do more for its style than almost anything else you can buy. It is the fastest, most budget-friendly way to transform the tree: colorful, patterned, or full of sparkle, ribbon puts the finishing touch on your holiday decor that makes the whole room look professionally […]
Choosing the Right Christmas Tree
If you are anything like us, preparing for the holiday season is half the fun, and choosing the right Christmas tree is the decision the whole room gets built around. Setting up the outdoor lights, hanging ornaments, and adding festive touches all follow from that one green (or flocked, or slim) centerpiece. There is no […]
How to Display Christmas Tree Ornaments, On and Off the Tree
There are few things as merry and magical as a tree decked out with holiday ornaments, but the tree is only the beginning: knowing how to display Christmas tree ornaments beyond the branches is how a collection earns its keep all season. Whether yours features personalized, vintage-inspired, or movie and TV themed pieces, seeing them […]
What’s New for Department 56
Since the debut of the very first Christmas village in 1976, Department 56 has been a name associated with the magic of the holiday season. Half a century in, the brand still wows collectors with new buildings, figures, and accessories introduced each and every year, and this page is your standing guide to everything that […]
Introducing the Rare Vintage Christopher Radko Collection
For more than three decades, vintage Christopher Radko ornaments have been inspiring joy in homes around the globe: timeless, heirloom-quality pieces that have become a beloved part of the holiday tradition. Rare and retired Radko pieces regularly find their way to St. Nick’s Christmas & Collectibles, and we could not be more thrilled to share […]
Tips for Storing Your Christmas Decorations
During the holiday season, there are few things more enjoyable than decking your home’s halls with Christmas décor. But when it comes time to take down and put away all of the fun and festive décor? Well, that’s a far less magical experience. If you’re lacking the right Christmas décor storage solutions, or don’t have […]
Ideas For Displaying Your Department 56 Village
Do not let the miniature size fool you: a Christmas village will be a larger-than-life addition to your holiday decor. Offering limitless potential for creativity and customization, Christmas village displays are a beloved tradition in millions of homes worldwide, and displaying your Department 56 village well is what turns a shelf of buildings into a […]
Christmas Display Ideas for Every Room and Style
The best Christmas display ideas do not require a design degree or a warehouse of decorations; they require picking a few good moves and committing to them. Whether you are dressing one mantel or the whole house, this guide collects the ideas that keep working year after year: the displays, the style directions, and the […]
