| | From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor I haven't had a chance to put up our Christmas lights yet, so our house is the only one on the block that's sad to look at, especially because we live right next door to Dave. Dave's house is the brightest, jolliest house I've ever seen, with enough lights to shine all the way to the North Pole. At least, that's what his kids are hoping for. | | Find Inspiration in Festive Light Displays If you're looking for some inspiration, check out these incredible displays of lighting magic. Plus, find out when holiday lights became part of our seasonal celebrations. | Christmas Decorating Ideas for the Yard Now that you've been inspired by the gallery of holiday lights, take a look at some of the other ideas for creating a winter wonderland that will add sparkle to your outdoor displays. | Scrapbooking Handmade Christmas Cards I love receiving handmade Christmas cards. I always save them and bring them out each year to use as decorations around the house. Even though Christmas is around the corner, show how much you care by making these one-of-a-kind holiday cards. | 12 Days of Home and Garden Holidays The 12 Days of Holiday Home & Garden is your one stop shop for all things holiday - crafts, decorating, cards, pets, holiday party planning and gift ideas. Find your inspiration, right here. | | | | House & Home Ads | | | | Featured Articles | | | | More from About.com | | | | | | Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More>
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