1. Decorator's Warehouse Arlington
You'll find over 20 themed areas featuring snowmen, santas, peppermint, Renaissance themes and more. Shop for everything for your tree, (purchase a pre-lit tree), lights, decorations, wreaths, garland, floral items, ornaments and everything imaginable here.
Make a reservation at the Rose Garden Tea Room. They serve soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts and a 3-course High Tea.
Location: 3708 W. Pioneer Pkwy., Arlington, TX 76013
Phone: 817-460-4488
Hours:November 25-26, 2011 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
2. Decorator's Warehouse Plano
You'll find the tree, pre-lit tree, lights, decorations, wreaths, garland, and everything imaginable here. I bought my first (and only) pre-lit Christmas tree here. I enjoyed it for many years until the pre-lit element went out. (It lasted about 7-8 years). No worries. I got my wirecutters and removed the lights and still use that beautiful 9-foot, skinny tree each year. Now I alternate different colored lights and enjoy the newness each season. They also sell pre-lit wreaths. I purchased wreaths which I drape down my staircase and they are stunning.
Location: 2819 W. 15th Street Plano, Tx 75075
Phone: 469-277-2893
Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday noon - 6 p.m.
3. Noel: The Christmas Store
This family-owned store is Dallas' largest year-round Christmas Store. It first opened in 1986 and became a year-round store in 1991. They offer an extensive collection of collectibles, trees, lights, tree toppers and holiday decor. One of the coolest Christmas items that I've ever purchased was at Noel. It was an illuminated, multi-colored star that twinkled in a variety of patterns. I used it for years before it burned out and I decided to buy a new one. I was so sad when I couldn't repair it myself. I still think about that star every time I put up my Christmas tree. Ah, the wonderful memories.
Location: 19009 Preston Road, Dallas, TX 75252 (in same shopping center as Lavendau.
Phone: 972-991-8481
Hours: Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
4. Merry's Christmas and Clowns
You have to love a store whose name says "Merry Christmas" right in it. Located in historic downtown Grapevine, Merry's is a year-round Christmas gift store and gallery. They have a large selection of nutcrackers, nativities, Santas, crosses and Waterford ornaments. They also have a good supply of Big 12 college items.Location: 309 South Main, Grapevine, TX
Phone: 817-329-1431
Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 - 5 p.m.
