Buddy the Elf6 of 14Santa's sack stowaway, Buddy, ended up at the North Pole, where he was raised by loving elves. Among the things he learned about elf culture -- other than the four food groups of candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup -- is his uncanny knack for Christmas decorating. But you don't need to be as over the top as Buddy when it comes to decorating for the holidays. You can throw a party with all the "Elf" flair even on a budget. Related Articles:Saving for holiday shoppingChristmas club tames billsHoliday spending calculatorSave on holiday drivingRelated Links:Decorators light up your holidaysGet it all, pay lessHome budget calculator12 money-saving tips for the holidays advertisement
Santa's sack stowaway, Buddy, ended up at the North Pole, where he was raised by loving elves. Among the things he learned about elf culture -- other than the four food groups of candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup -- is his uncanny knack for Christmas decorating. But you don't need to be as over the top as Buddy when it comes to decorating for the holidays. You can throw a party with all the "Elf" flair even on a budget.
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