Where to Buy the Perfect Christmas Tree Ornament

Searching for a perfect Christmas ornament? Here are five great places to shop to find that special Christmas tree ornament.

Bronner's, the largest Christmas store in the world, is located at 24 Christmas Lane in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Open 361 days a year, there is every type of Christmas tree ornament imaginable. From traditional Santas and snowmen to the unusual Moose fishing ornament. Many hard to find ornaments and all types of categories: sports, animals, anniversary celebrations, nature, baby ornaments, occupations, nature, religious, nautical, characters, ornaments from different counties, etc. You will find hand blown Christmas tree ornaments, glass or unbreakable ornaments at Bronner's. Many ornaments can be personalized while you wait. Filled with all types of Christmas items, it is an excellent place to find hard to find or unique Christmas ornaments. Prices for every budget, from $2 and higher. The store is huge, so if visiting allow plenty of time to browse. Also available by catalog or on line at www.bronner.com

Bethlehem Farm. The Oak and Barn Gift Shop. A truly unique gift shop located at 1289 State Route 309 between Lima and Kenton, Ohio in a quaint country setting. Different barn styled buildings feature differnt categories of gifts. All types of Christmas ornaments, from Norman Rockwell, Thomas Kincaid, snowmen, Santas and other favorite classic ornaments. Old fashioned, personal customer service make shopping here a pleasant experience. Helpful staff always eager to assist customers.

Hallmark:A wide variety of ornaments at all price ranges, some under $10. Popular Christmas tree ornaments available at Hallmark include dated collector series. Some of the series are Church series, puppy, kittens, Harley Davidson, Lionel train, Peanuts, and fire engines. There are also classic Christmas ornaments: Snowmen, Santas and angels. Movie and TV theme ornaments range from the classic Wizard of Oz and Rudolph to more recent Nightmare Before Christmas, Hannah Montana and this year's Where the Wild Things Are movie. Shop stores or on-line at www.hallmark.com

Lighthouse Depot
For sea lovers, beautiful lighthouse, nautical Christmas tree ornaments. Starting as low as $8.88 for to $48 for grand teardrop shaped ornament. There are ornaments that are replicas of lighthouses across the country, including Old Mackinac in Michigan, Fire Island in New York and many others. By catalog or on-line, the place to find a Christmas ornament for any sea lover. www.lhdepot.com

Fenton: The place to shop for exquisite, quality heirloom ornaments, Fenton has unique, high quality glass blown, hand painted ornaments. Frequent specials make these beautiful Fenton ornaments more affordable, some as low as $10. Regular prices vary depending on size and style of ornament. Available online or in stores. Great place for ornaments to pass on to kids, grandkids, nieces or nephews. www.fentonartglass.com