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Stella gets her apartment ready for the festivities

Mum: Wow, Stella! I’m impressed by these wonderful decorations! Did you buy them at the Swarovski Boutique?

Stella: Well, I actually ordered them from the Swarovski Online Shop. At this time of the year everyone is in town buying Christmas presents. It’s much easier to just buy things directly from the website…

Mum: Times sure have changed! When I was young we had a small celebration with candlelight, carols and simple crystal ornaments. We didn’t get many gifts and there were no major Christmas parties. But we cherished the time spent with our family and close friends.

Stella: Oh yes, Christmas is so much fun because of the gifts and festivities. But the best part is definitely the precious moments spent with relatives and friends, decorating the living room, unwrapping presents and enjoying a wonderful Christmas feast.

When it comes to decorations, I’m a big fan of the cute little Winter Squirrel that clips onto the tree. Then there are Felix the Christmas Tree and the adorable Rocking Snowman that gently moves back and forth. They add a touch of magic to the living room. They can easily be used as dazzling table decorations.

Mum: I really like these ornaments in the shape of wings, stars, hats and stockings. My all-time favorite though is the Annual Edition Christmas Ornament. Can you see how the star sparkles with a thousand facets and reflects the light in mysterious ways? It will look gorgeous on your tree and give it that special something.

Stella: I know how much you like this piece. So I thought I’d give you this years’ edition to add to your collection. I’d like you to have it before the festivities, so you can put it on your own Christmas tree.

Mum: Why, thank you so much Stella! But you shouldn’t have!

Stella: Shall we finish decorating the tree? Then how about a cup of tea and some of those scrumptious cookies you baked?

November 2009