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Vintage Christmas in July—And All Year Long!

7/17/2016

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It may be 85 degrees and sunny where you are right now, but if you're a true fan of Christmas decor of yore, you're already thinking about how you'll deck your halls for the upcoming holiday season. Vintage Xmas decorations are always charming and nostalgic, connecting us to ghosts of Christmas past and creating memories for generations to come. Here are some favorite vintage finds to enhance your collection of holiday home finery.

Ceramic Christmas trees

Ceramic Xmas tree - Cool Vintage Finds Store on eBay
Rare white ceramic Christmas tree with bird candle holders
There's been a recent resurgence in the popularity of ceramic Christmas trees. By Atlantic Mold Co. and other makers, these trees are typically fitted with small colorful lights. Less common, you may find a tree that's lit with candles like the one shown above. You can find more online options for ceramic trees at the Christmas Tree Source.

Vintage Christmas stockings

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Hand knit and personalized vintage Christmas stocking
Whether hand knit or made of felt and sequins, vintage Christmas stockings are fun and festive holiday decorations. Some of the oldies but goodies are personalized, which adds a little kitsch (unless you're fortunate to find one with your own name). No worries—often you can remove or cover stitches or print to make it your own.

Vintage Christmas candles

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Sculpted "Partridge in a Pear Tree" candle
Carved and figural candles with Christmas themes are highly collectible. Mark each year with the annual Christmas candle issued by popular makers. Santa, snowmen and tree candles from the 70s are fun finds. Christmas candles of all kinds make great gifts.

Vintage Christmas tree skirt

Latch hook tree skirt - Cool Vintage Finds Store on eBay
Latch hook Christmas tree skirt from the 70s - 80s.
Christmas tree skirts come in all shapes and sizes. If you're looking for something vintage, keep your eyes peeled for hand knit, felt and sequins, needlepoint and other hand crafted masterpieces.

Christmas tablewares

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Whimsical Santa Christmas glasses for your table
Spread good cheer with a table set with your favorite holiday-themed glasses, dishes and table linens.

Vintage Christmas ornaments

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Needlepoint house ornament - Cool Vintage Finds Store on eBay
Vintage Christmas ornaments are easy and addicting to collect. Look for mercury glass, needlepoint, wood (real and faux carved) and even resin renditions to add nostalgia and charm to your holidays at home. Vintage ornaments are also an attractive (and useful) way to spruce up your gifts; simply wrap your ribbons around gently used ornaments to add flair to your packages.
This short list offers just the tip of the iceberg—there are oodles of Christmas collectibles for connoisseurs of all things vintage. What's your favorite vintage holiday decor? Show and tell in the comments below!
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