A quick change to the East

Chinese New Year this year falls early on 26 January, and most shopping centres in KL are gearing up for the celebration. Less days between Christmas and Chinese New Year for patrons to shop. A taxi driver in Singapore mentioned that it will be even earlier next year, around the 18 or 19 January but after doing some checks, it will actually be on 14 February 2010.

So, my Christmas deco stuff previously on the pussy willow tree have now been changed to a more oriental theme. I also left the blinking lights on to add a little something to it.

Actually, the red balls with golden lining and tassels are also really part of the Christmas deco stuff, but looked quite oriental and more importantly, CHEAP! Why? I found out that one or two days running to Christmas and a few days after, departmental stores tended to do a massive sale on Christmas items. Got mine from Metrojaya, where each ball originally cost RM12.90, but had an 80% discount, with another 20% discount on top of that, which brought down the cost to RM2.06 each!!! I managed to find 20 of the balls altogether, and needless to say, bought others as well for next year!!! Refrained from getting a bigger Christmas tree, with a six footer going for less than RM50 after an 80% discount! It's a clear BUY, but haven't factored in storage space, etc. :)

Well, here's to wishing all a very Happy Chinese New Year and happy holidays come end of January!!!