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Magazine Christmas 2015
The Love Of
Christmas
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just love Christmas! Christmas is one of the reasons I chose my career. I have the opportunity to enjoy Christmas as more than the holiday itself. I love being a part of sharing the magic of the season with our guests.
For the past fifteen years I have been the leader in the Christmas seasonal display setup at TERRA, but it is so much more than decorating the trees that brings a TERRA Christmas to life! We choose the colours and create our themes well over a year in advance. We travel the world to find the ornaments and decor that will bring our themes to life. We choose the size and colour of the tree for each of our themes. We do storyboards and order our choices. Then, we wait! We wait for our product to arrive, we wait for it to be unpacked and sorted, and we wait for it to be shipped and received by our stores. And finally, in September we get out the floor plans we developed in the summer and our team begins the setup of another magical Christmas experience. Months of planning, design and setup all come down to this. But, this isn’t work, not for me anyway. This is a passion because I love it so much! Okay enough about the process let’s talk about the love of Christmas! Some of my favourite family photos and memories are from Christmas. As a child, into my adult years and now with my own child, old memories live and new ones are born. The delight on a child’s face when they see that Santa and the reindeer have eaten the treats and drank the milk is in itself magical. But when they see that Santa brought what they asked for, their eyes are like saucers!
I still feel like a child every Christmas Eve, and it’s still my favourite day of the year. I track Santa, prepare food for guests and take in a Christmas movie on TV. Of course we always open one gift which is always new PJ’s in case you meet Santa. Our “Elf On The Shelf” says goodbye, and since we don’t have a fireplace she takes a special key to Santa and then its time to enjoy the excitement of what’s to come in the morning! I love waking up to the Christmas lights on, plugging in the tree, getting the coffee or tea started and then waiting for everyone else to wake up! I love the traditions that get carried on, my Poppa always opened up walnuts, cleaned them out and put a dollar bill in them, closed them up, added a pipe cleaner and hung them on the tree, my Dad is now doing this
for all his grandchildren with five dollar bills, time has changed a few things! I love touring the neighbourhoods and seeing all the fun things that are done with lights, and let’s be honest having a bit of a laugh at some of the crazy things done with lights! I love buying all my greenery to make my outdoor arrangements for the front of the house, and the smell in the stores with fresh cedar and pine. I love wrapping the gifts, having hot chocolate and listening to Christmas music! I generally only listen to the Christmas Channel in the car as soon as it starts. I know crazy, right? I have many more. Baking cookies, setting up the Advent calendar, cooking the turkey, I really could go on, and on! Like I said I love Christmas! But, let’s talk about what you will see at TERRA this Christmas! Every year new themes are brought to life, this year like other years we have named the themes and they all tell a bit of a story too! Christmas Morning is a whimsical vintage theme, with soft shades pink and aqua along
with traditional reds. The kids will gravitate to this one and many of the ornaments are cupcakes and candies. Sleigh Ride is a bit more traditional with reds and silvers. It will be glitzy. Northern Lights is where you will find wood ornaments of deer, ice skates and more all in whites and, woods and pale purple. Merry and Bright has every colour shatterproof ball you can imagine in different shapes and sizes. Silent Night is sure to delight the urban crowd. It is very simple with whites and greys. Home for the Holidays is very traditional as far as colour, with reds, greens and golds. This is the theme where you will find Santas and snowmen in mercury glass. Winter Walk is my “fave”, all white with bits of light wood peppered in. You will also find lots of stars in this theme and some really beautiful ceramic ornaments. Limelight needs only one word … Classy! Golds, copper and green will make this theme warm and glittery.
Alpine Chic is all about the chalk. We saw chalk ornaments take off last year so we thought we would give them their own theme this year. Red, white and black make up the colours of this theme. Well, there you have it I know there is something for everyone. I can’t wait for this Christmas, after all the tree decorating is done at the stores I get ready to set up our trees at home. We get two, one pint-sized one for our daughter and a big one for us. I love the smell of the fresh tree coming in the house! Although I will say one thing I don’t love is the needles when it is time for the tree to leave the house! Our trees usually go up the first week of December at the same time the Advent calendar starts. I can remember as a child opening up doors on a sparkly calendar was exciting, no goodies or chocolate, just doors. I find it quite funny that I collect little
trinkets throughout the year to put in our Advent house that opens drawers for doors and windows and 24 days of little treats are in there. Times really do change! By midDecember cookie baking starts, Christmas cards go out and arrive in the mail (yes really) some traditions are best kept! Santa pictures are taken, I have a love hate relationship with this as it is quite a challenge to find a mall Santa these days and then cross your fingers the pictures look good. Before you know it, it is Christmas Eve, family and friends arrive and the excitement is overwhelming. Oops, I nearly forgot in the midst of all this, in December this year we will travel again in search of styles and themes for Christmas next year. Merry Christmas to all!
Michelle Stylist for Terra
The Spirit Of
Giving
We’ll help you check those names off your Christmas list with our unique selection of gifts. Stocking stuffers, items for gift baskets, and hostess gifts are a few of the great things we have in store this season.
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT WITH CANDLES
During the holidays, everyday can be a special occasion. Warm up your home with the ambiance of these exceptional quality soy wax scented candles. Available in cinnamon roll, winter woods, joyeux noel, balsam wreath, mulberry cider, and many luscious fragrances.
GO GOURMET
These are great go to items for entertaining guests, and to fill stockings with. Choose from a decadent selection of drinks and dip mixes.
BATH, BODY, AND HOME PRODUCTS
Farmhouse is a bath, body, and home line made with shea butter, botanical oils, and natural ingredients. Choose from four botanical scents for everyday use, plus seasonal limited edition holiday gift sets.
A WARM & RELAXING WINTER
Kids warm buddy bears and adult spa quality heat therapy products will bring your family warmth and relaxation all winter long. These products hold heat for a long duration, are great for sleep therapy, and are made in Canada.
I WANT CANDY
Delicious jelly beans in creative flavours for kids of all ages. Savour one flavour at a time to experience the true and distinctive taste of each Jelly Belly bean. Or, experiment by combining flavours in a Jelly Belly Recipe to create an entirely original taste experience.
EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVE SIDE
Adult colouring books are all the rage this season! It’s a peaceful way to pass the time. Unwind and de-stress, with a beautiful colouring book.
CANADIAN FASHION
Cozy up with a great collection of Canadian made fashion for men and women. Choose from hats, gloves, sweaters and a northern inspired selection of vests.
EXPLORE OUR FASHION SHOP!
Colour Craze
Show us your true colours and make a bold statement on a crisp winter day! Colour is always in style and we have plenty in store for you this season.
EXPLORE OUR FASHION SHOP! Kick back with this relaxed yet sophisticated colour. This season you will fall in love with our easy to pair knits, and taupe accessories.
U-taupe-ia
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Winter Chic Cool blue accessories and houndstooth pattern outerwear will chic up your wardrobe with fun everyday pieces for fall through winter.
Entrance Fresh greens are a great way to create an incredible grand entrance during the Christmas season. This cheerful decorating technique will provide a warm welcome to your guests through the cold winter months. Choose from boughs, berries, garland, roping, wreaths, and an impressive selection of accents in every shape and texture imaginable!
Greens
We look forward to decorating with fresh greens each year. Festive or wintery, subtle or over the top, TERRA has everything to make your porch pop this season!
Our ready-to-go evergreen arrangements are packed full of exciting dried and everlasting accents. These spectacular designs are available in a variety of sizes and styles.
Love what you see but have something slightly different in mind? Talk to our in-store designers! Whether you have a special pot you want used, need more of the same or want what we have but bigger, let us know and we will build it just for you!
Try pairing an outdoor evergreen arrangement with a chic outdoor planter. You can create unique looks to suit your style this season.
Poinsettia
An Adored Classic
STYLE I SOPHISTICATION I BEAUTY
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tart off the season with a trip to TERRA to experience our stunning collection of Poinsettias. TERRA is known for growing thousands of beautiful and colourful Poinsettias every year. For decorating your own home or for giving as a gift, TERRA is the place to pick up the perfect Poinsettia this season.
TIMELESS I CLASSIC I ELEGANT
STYLE I SOPHISTICATION I BEAUTY
TIMELESS I CLASSIC I ELEGANT
holiday arrangements
Each year our designers create a collection of unique arrangements. Find festive flair in a style that compliments your dÊcor, or a stunning hostess gift that’s sure to be remembered!
Indoor Trends
Live Trends are a creative way to bridge art, design and purpose. This unique living dĂŠcor turns the ordinary plant into extraordinary long lasting home dĂŠcor. Choose from magnetic, table top, or hanging styles to compliment your home.
Growing bulbs indoors during the holidays is a great way to add colour and life to your home. Add impact to your dining table centrepiece, fireplace mantle, or kitchen window. We have a variety of kits that contain everything you need to get started. For a sleek new look, this year try our waxed Amaryllis bulbs.
SCENTSICLE Enjoy the fresh cut Christmas tree scent in your home all season long. Each ornament is infused with the purest, most authentic fragrance. Hang on Christmas trees, place in wreaths, or hide in dĂŠcor to enjoy holiday fragrance throughout your home. Available in fir, spruce, and snowberry scents
Look for these NEW products for more great ways to use SCENTSICLES! From left to right: Auto Sticks, Wreath Sticks, Scented Hanging Ornaments.
The TERRA Tree Lot One favourite holiday tradition has always been the quest for the perfect family Christmas tree, and a trip to the TERRA Tree Lot promises not to disappoint. All trees are candy cane wrapped for easy transport and don’t forget to ask for a fresh cut. New this season, Organic Fraser Fir (free of pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides).
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CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Limelight
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Silent Night
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Sleigh Ride
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Home for the Holidays
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Winter Walk
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Christmas Morning
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Northern Lights
CHRISTMAS DECOR STYLES 2015
Alpine Chic
DÊcor Make a statement this season with our everlasting wreath and garland collections. They’re the perfect touch to add seasonal style to any home indoors or out.
Wreath & Garland Hangers Decorating is a breeze with our new collection of stylish garland hangers that use tension settings instead of messy nails, screws and tape. Also look for our magnetic wreath hangers that hold up to 10 pounds and are great for use on metal doors or single pane windows.
Lanterns Lanterns are great for use inside or out. Get creative and fill them with candles, ornaments, and/or greenery to customize your own unique look.
Pillows Make your room pop with a new collection of pillows. Try mixing patterns and colours to create a coordinated and polished look for your room.
LED Lights Ribbon Explore our charming selection of ribbon for gift wrapping and decorating.
Get creative with these fabulous indoor/outdoor battery operated LED lights. Wrap wreaths and outdoor arrangements or fill lanterns to create a warm Christmas glow.
Merry Christmas
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