1. Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland, Frankenmuth: Bronner's was founded in 1945 by Wally Bronner. When Wally painted his first sign over 50 years ago, little did he dream that his small business would one day become the world's largest Christmas store visited by millions of people. Open 361 days of the year, Bronner's features over 50,000 trims and gifts, including Christmas ornaments, artificial Christmas trees, Christmas lights, Nativity scenes, Christmas decorations, collectibles, and more.
2. Canterbury Village, Lake Orion: More than just a large assortment of Christmas decorations, this collection of shops also features Christmas-related furniture and home décor items, as well.
3. Young’s Christmas Fantasy, Warren: The owner, Clem Young, was born and raised on the property where the business is located. He married his wife, Barbara, in May of 1954. They have for children, three of whom work with them. They have seven grandchildren and they help out also. They are great-grandparents of on . As the community grew around them, so did their business. Today they have not only a greenhouse and nursery business where they grow most of their own plants, vegetable and bedding - they also have a large "Year Round Christmas" store!
4. Dearborn Craft Market, Dearborn: Due to the proliferation of chain stores, not many smaller craft markets have been able to survive. Dearborn Craft Market is the exception. It is small but packed with tons of unique materials and also features some of the most creative ornament designs around.
5. English Gardens, Various Detroit area locations: Large enough to be a chain but small enough to carry some of the most beautiful and unique Christmas decorations.
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