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Looking Forward to CIJ Previews

Sakuya — Thu, 07 May 2026 20:56:29 GMT

Now that the April decorating shows are over, it seems like a long wait until CIJ. Since there were sneak peeks early last year, I looked back in my pictures to see when they occurred.

I have pictures of David's sneak peek preview for CIJ on June 12. I have Valerie pictures of a harvest sneak peek on June 13. I believe Valerie had some Christmas on the same day as well, but I only took pics of the harvest.

Hopefully we will see sneak peeks sooner than later.

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LizzieInSRQ — Thu, 07 May 2026 21:40:36 GMT

@Sakuya your enthusiasm makes me smile. Because of finances i cant buy holiday items this year but will be watching along with you. Is fun for me to see the trends and the colors etc...positivity well needed.

Thank you!

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nascarfan — Thu, 07 May 2026 21:46:20 GMT

I enjoy CIJ too!

My wish list includes:

-Bethlehem Lights hanging baskets made with faux florals and battery lights.

-Battery operated outdoor lights.

-Christmas table linens.

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PA Mom-mom — Thu, 07 May 2026 22:11:18 GMT

@Sakuya You are voicing my inner thoughts. My family just laughs and shrugs at me, but I was thinking about this very thing today. I've been shopping for Christmas cards and ornaments for my grandchildren. But that started much earlier.

@nascarfan I'd love to see more lighted hanging baskets from BL. I have some lighted evergreen from several years ago, and I just love them! Maybe poinsettias?

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rockygems123 — Thu, 07 May 2026 22:15:02 GMT

@Sakuya

Looking forward to CIJ too. I'll go to the Christmas decor I have and bring out a few pieces during CIJ. Some are tucked behind a couch or table so not too hard to pull them out ha.

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Sakuya — Thu, 07 May 2026 23:50:36 GMT

@LizzieInSRQ - Watching CIJ is fun to do even if not buying. It is comforting and enjoyable to watch and partake in the decorating ideas. Perhaps getting an idea of how you can create a similar look with items you already have.

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Sakuya — Thu, 07 May 2026 23:56:40 GMT

@nascarfan - Table linens is a lovely idea. There definitely is a gap in that aspect. I have always thought a show of just table linens would be nice but maybe there are not enough of us out there to watch. I would imagine it being several different tables set with all different looks - casual family dinner, ladies luncheon, cocktail party, children's tables, ornament exchange party, tree-trimming party, movie night. Not just tables, but perhaps setting up a buffet. Include dinnerware. An hour of holiday entertaining that isn't food.

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Sakuya — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:03:10 GMT

@PA Mom-mom - A fellow Christmas card enthusiast! I spend a lot of time each year searching for the perfect card to send to friends and loved ones. I am very picky and want the card to visually portray the enthusiasm of the season and the message to infuse the warmth. Sometimes I can't find both in one card, but that is always the goal.

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Sakuya — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:08:49 GMT

@rockygems123 - I like that you are planning to pull out a few decorations for CIJ. How cozy that will be! I have been perusing cookie recipes and thinking about trying a new recipe or two in July for practice before making en masse in December.

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rockygems123 — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:11:41 GMT

@Sakuya wrote:
@nascarfan- Table linens is a lovely idea. There definitely is a gap in that aspect. I have always thought a show of just table linens would be nice but maybe there are not enough of us out there to watch. I would imagine it being several different tables set with all different looks - casual family dinner, ladies luncheon, cocktail party, children's tables, ornament exchange party, tree-trimming party, movie night. Not just tables, but perhaps setting up a buffet. Include dinnerware. An hour of holiday entertaining that isn't food.

@Sakuya

Design Imports has a lot of seasonal items including table linens and they go on sale often. Even their original price point I believe is fair.

I have my eye on these kitchen towels

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rockygems123 — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:16:41 GMT

@Sakuya wrote:
@rockygems123- I like that you are planning to pull out a few decorations for CIJ. How cozy that will be! I have been perusing cookie recipes and thinking about trying a new recipe or two in July for practice before making en masse in December.

@Sakuya

I think that is a terrific idea of trying out new cookie recipes in July! So hectic at the holidays and you could experiment with less time constraint pressure.

If you do please post?!

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Sakuya — Fri, 08 May 2026 01:41:36 GMT

@rockygems123 - Farm fresh Christmas towels!

I will definitely post if my cookies turn out well. At work one year I organized a Christmas in July cookie exchange because who has time in December? It was a lot of fun.

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skatting44 — Fri, 08 May 2026 10:19:43 GMT

Just look at all the Fall & Christmas stuff that didn't sell out from last year that QVC has left at full price ....

Watch out because they have been listing old inventory of Isaac M clothes at higher than previous full price and then show a 40% markdown from the " new " original price .

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Estellee — Fri, 08 May 2026 12:37:01 GMT

Yes, can't wait for those previews @Sakuya just imagine if they previewed around June 12 last year then we only have less than 5 weeks to go.

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SactoSue — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:29:20 GMT

I have to say I am far more interestd in CIJ and waiting 5 weeks for Valerie's previews than I am for any of the July 4th or 250th anniversary stuff.

I could easily do Fall in June, Christmas in July !

Bring on FIJ, CIJ !

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Estellee — Fri, 08 May 2026 18:42:05 GMT

@SactoSue wrote:
I have to say I am far more interestd in CIJ and waiting 5 weeks for Valerie's previews than I am for any of the July 4th or 250th anniversary stuff.

I could easily do Fall in June, Christmas in July !

Bring on FIJ, CIJ !

@SactoSue I like spring, fall and winter decor. I could skip summer LOL

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Sakuya — Sat, 09 May 2026 03:15:22 GMT

Oh I am definitely looking forward to patriotic decorating. I decorate two locations and will start one in two weeks.

I definitely think fall shows should start in July and not August. Of course I am okay with fall and Christmas decor shows at any time.

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lynnie61 — Sun, 17 May 2026 21:55:15 GMT

@Sakuya I need NOTHING but always fun to watch! I've never noticed but is there a streaming Q Christmas channel? I'll be looking!

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Sakuya — Mon, 18 May 2026 03:29:01 GMT

@lynnie61 - There is not a QVC streaming channel just for Christmas; however, it would be nice if they created one!

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Estellee — Mon, 18 May 2026 13:29:54 GMT

I'd love that too @Sakuya