Two things I really hate about inflatable Christmas decorations

[foxy]

In the morning they look like huge discarded condoms on everybody's lawn when they turn them off. The other is that I didn't invent them. Bah humbug!

[Guest greatness]

oh my

 

Foxy you have an inventor's mind... There are plenty of things that need to be invented.. Let's be creative... Kisses and hugs~~~

 

I The other is that I didn't invent them. Bah humbug!

[foxy]

I have all these great ideas after it's too late. But kisses and hugs are always welcome. Thanks so much!

[Guest greatness]

What about a doll?

 

Thanks, you are so sweet. What about a doll that gives kisses and hugs when you feel lonely~~ I think it would be a wonderful gift for lovers and loved ones.. Come to think of it, it is not a bad idea. You can write your ideas, designs and inventions on a notebook with a date and publish it on your blog, twitter, forums and etc. You can use that as a proof you invented something first when someone else patents it or you can patent it yourself. You never know, you might be the next America's greatest inventor.

 

I have all these great ideas after it's too late. But kisses and hugs are always welcome. Thanks so much!

[Sooner405]

My neighbors have 8 (yes eight) of these large inflatables all lit up in their front lawn...definite overkill I say. They have a Snoopy inflatable, a Nativity scene inflatable, a Santa & Rudolph inflatable, a SpongeBob SqurePants Christmas inflatable, a Homer Simpson christmas inflatable, etc...It's waaayyy too much of a good thing and looks incredibly tacky. Of course, they look even worse during the day and after they've deflated. I guess its done for their grandchildren, but jeez. I love celebrating the season, but remember when putting up a nice Christmas tree and wreath was enough?

Bah Humbug!

[justaguy]

Foxy, I totally agree with you. Inflatables are the lazy way out and they're not pretty. Besides, limp in the morning is never welcome. An older couple in my neighborhood do things the right way. Santa and his sleigh are on the roof with all the reindeer, the dogwoods are threaded with lights. They even have a miniature train that small children can ride. Every year I make it a point to drop by to see what new things they've added.

[Diverdan]

You are right... things in the morning that are limp are never welcome! And, although taste is usally a matter of personal preference, some things like the inflatable Christmas decorations are totally tasteless! (IMHO).

[foxy]

I have this idea for a Pet Rock. What do you think? LOL!!!!

[Guest greatness]

It's already out there? It's not a novel idea, I believe.. But what about a pet mood ring? Kisses and hugs...

 

I have this idea for a Pet Rock. What do you think? LOL!!!!

[rossthebosssf]

I have to admit I love those inflatable snow globes. They always make me smile.

[CowboyUp]

First off, full disclosure: I like things with lights and sparkle. Even the worst Christmas light job around the wimpiest tree or shrub is okay because at night, it still looks pretty and festive.

But I have to agree that these big, inflatable things that look like they're made out of parachutes are not only not pretty or blingy at night, during the day, they look like deflated parachute pants the size of Santa's rear end and it just looks awful.

[JackTwist]

Think of how many of these massive plastic inflatables will occupy landfills in a few years. I wish there was a way to recycle them into something productive to society. People who put them in their yards should be written a citation.

[foxy]

My usual outdoor Christmas decoration is to put a wreath (real) on the front door and flip on the porch light. It's a bit of calm surrounded by a sea of flashing lights and inflatables. Never wins any awards but it sure is easy to put up and take down. I like to think of it as peace on earth.... and it's bio-degradable. Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight.

[+ deej]

My usual outdoor Christmas decoration is to put a wreath (real) on the front door and flip on the porch light.

 

That's pretty much my contribution to the neighborhood decor, except the wreath is plastic (a garage sale rescue) and will likely outlast me. Every year on the day after Christmas I take it down, spray it with compressed air to get rid of accumulated dust and dirt, and put it back in its box.

 

Along the way, I've added large red balls (also a garage sale rescue). Some of them are frosted, some are shiny, and some are coated in glitter. And there's a big bow that makes the wreath-contraption look a LOT more festive and filled with effort than is intended or invested.

 

It's pretty, it's festive, it's understated, and I saved all of it from landfill. It's a complete accident, in other words.