The Hallmark Magical Holiday Village is a collection of exquisitely crafted miniature buildings and accessories that create a charming winter wonderland. It is a collection that celebrates the magic of the holiday season and brings joy and warmth to any home. Each piece in the village is meticulously designed and hand-painted with intricate details, making it a work of art. From cozy houses with glowing windows to delicate ice-skating rinks and festive street lamps, every element captures the essence of a picture-perfect holiday scene. The main idea of the Hallmark Magical Holiday Village is to create a festive and magical atmosphere during the holiday season. The charming buildings and accessories allow you to create your own miniaturized winter village, complete with a town square, shops, and even a toy store.
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And not just come home, but come home with NO announcement of his return, NO slow exposure to normal life, NO PTSD and then just pop up at a holiday dance. Both Thomas and Sweeney agree that the story they tell about creating a multi-generational home isn t sugar-coated but rather they hope to paint an optimistic picture of what is possible.
The charming buildings and accessories allow you to create your own miniaturized winter village, complete with a town square, shops, and even a toy store. It's an opportunity to bring the holiday spirit into your home and create lifelong memories with your loved ones. One of the hallmark features of this collection is the attention to detail.
Marlo Thomas and Alison Sweeney Talk About Playing Mother And Daughter In Hallmark’s "A Magical Christmas Village"
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Published on November 5, 2022Marlo Thomas is an entertainment legend and as the daughter of Danny Thomas, founder of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, she’s an honorary Southerner. “Memphis is a big city in our lives. We love it. You know my parents are buried there. They were born in Chicago and Detroit and we live in Los Angeles but when they died, that’s the city they chose to be in eternally. So that says a lot about what we feel about Memphis,” she recently told Southern Living. So we were thrilled to see that this season she has paired up with veteran Hallmark star, Alison Sweeney for A Magical Christmas Village.
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The pair play Summer, a no nonsense, busy, single mom and her mother, Vivian who they both described to be the complete opposite. Sweeney told us about how she and writer Melissa Salmons “Loved the idea of tackling this issue of moms and daughters being so different. Being completely different people and they love each other, but putting them together in one house is a struggle. Especially at the holidays. So we really wanted to embrace that idea.”
Thomas said of the dynamic between this pair, “she’s [Sweeney’s character] kind of uptight, practical, list making single mom and in comes this flamboyant [grandmother]. I so related to that because my mom was like that. A very conservative mom, let’s get it done, don’t drown in the water, don’t get hit by a car. That kind of mom. But my grandmother was just a nutcase. She was fabulous. She played the drums in a biergarten when she was 70 years old. She was just a wild woman. And I take after her.”
Summer is a busy single mom, juggling work as an architect and raising her daughter Chloe. Her mother Vivian suddenly needs to move in with her daughter and granddaughter, and this sends Summer’s very organized life into chaos. Vivian, ever the magical Fairy Godmother type grandmother, sets up the family heirloom miniature Christmas village. She shares this tradition with Chloe and tells her that the magical village grants Christmas wishes. As Chloe begins to engage with the village, real life events appear to mimic the scenes she creates. Summer meets handsome newcomer to town, Ryan, and slowly trust and love begin to blossom.
Sweeney said of this love story, “she [Summer] is so set in her ways that she doesn’t leave room for falling in love or meeting someone new. She really doesn’t think about it. So as an audience you believe that the magic of this Christmas village is what she would need to push herself in that direction. Because otherwise she’s fine with the way things are and she would never have taken a chance.”
Both Thomas and Sweeney agree that the story they tell about creating a multi-generational home isn’t “sugar-coated” but rather they hope to paint an optimistic picture of what is possible. “For me the idea for a Christmas movie of bringing these women together and seeing the struggle, you know, it is not sugar coating it. It is telling the story of it’s frustrating, and it’s hard. And we’re gonna disagree. And because we love each other, we’re gonna work it out. That’s the journey and I think people really relate to that,” Sweeney said.
A Magical Christmas Village airs on Hallmark Channel beginning November 4 and will be one you will want to watch all season long.
A very pretty Christmas gazebo. We saw some crafting going on. Ice skating complete with a slip and fall. Chloe dressed up like an elf. A final kiss as the snow begins falling.
The buildings are often adorned with glitter and filled with vibrant colors, creating a cheerful and festive ambiance. The miniature accessories, such as snow-covered trees, carolers, and Santa Claus figurines, add a touch of whimsy and charm to the village. Another highlight of the Hallmark Magical Holiday Village is its interactive features. Many of the buildings and accessories are powered by battery or electricity, allowing them to light up, play music, or move. This adds an extra element of excitement and enchantment to the village, making it come alive before your eyes. The Hallmark Magical Holiday Village is not only a beautiful decoration, but it also carries a sentimental value. It often becomes a cherished family tradition, passed down from generation to generation. Each year, families eagerly unpack their collection, adding new pieces and accessories to their village and reminiscing about past holiday seasons. Overall, the Hallmark Magical Holiday Village is a magical and enchanting collection that brings joy and warmth to any home during the holiday season. Its intricate craftsmanship, attention to detail, and interactive features make it a standout decoration that creates a festive and memorable atmosphere. Whether you're a long-time collector or starting a new tradition, this village is sure to captivate the hearts of all who see it..
Reviews for "Hallmark's Holiday Village: A Magical Escape from Reality"
1. Karen - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the Hallmark magical holiday village. The quality of the products was subpar, with cheap plastic figures and poorly painted houses. The lights were also not very bright and overall, the village lacked the magical charm that I was expecting. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone looking for a charming holiday village to add to their collection.
2. John - 1/5 stars - The Hallmark magical holiday village was a complete letdown for me. The pieces didn't fit together properly, and it was a hassle to set up. The lights kept flickering and some of them didn't work at all. The village looked nothing like the pictures on the box. It was definitely not worth the money and I regretted my purchase immediately. Save your time and money and find a better quality holiday village elsewhere.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for the Hallmark magical holiday village, but it fell short of my expectations. The paint job on the houses was sloppy, and some of the pieces were chipped and broken upon arrival. The lights were not very bright, and the overall design of the village lacked creativity. It was a disappointment and I won't be purchasing any more products from Hallmark in the future.