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Because it's never too early (or too late) to start planning for Christmas now is the time to plan for the year's outrageous Christmas outfit.
And guess what? A lot of online shopping sites like Amazon and eBay below have reduced prices or are offering pre-season sales markdowns, so now really is the time to shop. I've also included inspirational materials to decorate your DIY, over-the-top, hand made creation to win the Grand Prize for your next Ugly Christmas Sweater Celebration.
By the way.... Christmas Sweaters have gotten a bad rap in recent years as being Ugly. Some more than others.
But you know what? We still buy them. :D
Photo Credit: This Ugly Christmas Sweater (the seller really listed it this way) at the time of this article was sold for $35.99 at eBay.com.
Love this 3D Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater?
Someone did...
Sold for $40 on eBay.
Top contenders for Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Winners
Do you wear Christmas Sweaters?
Won't you share why or why not?
If you prefer to vote anonymously, you can do so a little further down.
Do you wear Christmas or Holiday Sweaters?
Yes, and here's why...
Barkely says:
I had one, but finally had to throw it out because it was worn out. I really miss that old sweater, it was my favorite, I may have to find it a spectacularly ugly replacement:-)
vallain says:
I have a black sweater vest with red poinsettias on it in bugle beads. Some may lump it in the too-much-decoration category but I like it. Actually I get a lot of compliments when I wear it, so people notice it.
No, and here's why...
SofiaMann says:
Impossible. In Chile we celebrate Christmas in summer. One of my dreams is to hold a Christmas with snow. It is clear that this is not going to be here.
Want a Tacky Christmas Sweater that Lights up?
This eBayer did...
Sold for $41.
Ugly Christmas Sweaters GALORE that LiGHT UP
These are surely Winners for the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Prize
Care to vote anonymously? You can tell us how you really feel about Christmas or Holiday Sweaters.
Admit your love or hate without repercussion. I promise.
Need an Ugly Christmas Sweater that SINGS?
Have you heard of a Ugly Christmas Sweater Party?
The Sweater above may have been purchased to wear at one of these...
Are you a Christmas Dog Lover?
Someone was...
Sold for $39.99.
What do you think makes a Christmas Sweater the Tackiest?
Too warm in your area for a Sweater? How about a Ugly Christmas Vest?
This one sold for $46 on eBay!
Not So Ugly Christmas Sweatshirt...
but it could be with more decorations
Christmas Tree Adult Sweatshirt / Black size Adult Small
Amazon Price: $24.95 (as of 05/29/2012)
List Price:
Make you own Ugly Christmas Sweater or Vest
Here's some inspirational materials to do it yourself ...
Pom Pom Fringe 3/4 Inch Wide 8 Yds.-Red
Amazon Price: (as of 05/29/2012)
Glue or Stitch on Ornaments and Jingle Bells to your Ugly Christmas Sweater creation
Battery-operated Lights so you can really shine in your Christmas Sweater creation.
Make your Ugly Christmas Sweater Sing!
Even better...
do it, badly.
Prefer not to, or can't, Sew? How about Fabric Glue?
If you are usie it, make sure it is rated for gluing embellishments to fabric
Aleene's Fabric Fusion Permanent Adhesive
Amazon Price: $4.06 (as of 05/29/2012)
List Price: $7.49
"Use Fabric Fusion to adhere a variety of embellishments to fabric for a permanent bond including fabric pom poms rhinestones light and heavy trim plastic sequins and beads."
Learn more about Ugly Christmas Sweaters
Includes the History of Ugly Christmas Sweaters and How to throw a Party?
Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book: The Definitive Guide to Getting Your Ugly On
Amazon Price: $4.98 (as of 05/29/2012)
List Price: $16.95
"Definitive in every way, Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book includes the history of the event, how to throw the perfect party, what to wear, and how to judge the all-important ugly Christmas sweater contest. But most important, Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book is packed with more than 100 hilarious, full-color photos of outrageously ugly Christmas sweaters..."
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Barkely Dec 27, 2010 @ 10:17 am | delete
- Fabulous idea! Getting a head start for next year's Christmas season? :-)
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SofiaMann
Dec 26, 2010 @ 8:57 am | delete
- Very entertaining. Nice lens.
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Desilegend Dec 26, 2010 @ 7:15 am | delete
- I was thinking to make very similar lens.... Ha ha ha... Nice lens with some very ugly sweaters...
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Accessories for your Over-the-Top Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Costume
Christmas Tree Coil Spring Hat
Amazon Price: $5.95 (as of 05/30/2012)
"Velour coil Christmas tree with white plush trim. Gold star topper."
Deluxe Plush Wired Santa Hat
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
"Each Deluxe Plush Wired Santa Hat Comes with an Unlimited Supply of Holiday Cheer."
Adult's Light Up Christmas Tree Costume Hat
Amazon Price: $7.13 (as of 05/29/2012)
Red star and ornaments attached, lined, and batteries included.
