Abstract: A compact tree stand has a generally cylindrical container having an open top, closed bottom and a wall extending therebetween which together define a central cavity. A plurality of legs are releasably attached to the exterior of the container and may be interconnected by braces. The cavity and the legs are sized so that the diameter of the cavity is greater than the height of the legs half the length of each leg is less than the depth of the cavity. This enables the legs to be nested within the cavity so that the tree stand can be placed in a relatively small box for shipment and sale. An inner cup can be placed within the cavity and may rotate relative to the container. Stepped ribs or an insert having a conical cavity may be placed within the inner cup or the container to enable the tree stand to hold artificial trees having different trunk diameters. A water reservoir is preferably attached to the container and legs. A wick and water retaining pad may also be provided.

Abstract: A removable fastener for hanging a wire or string decoration support on a wall or other similar structure is provided. The removable fastener has a base having an elongated member extending therefrom. When attached to a wall, the removable fastener and wall surface define a cavity to completely enclose and hold the decoration support to prevent the decoration support from falling off of the removable fastener. A pair of ears preferably extend from the base of the removable fastener to facilitate the removal of the removable fastener with a forked tool such as a claw hammer. The fastener may additionally include an arcuate member for holding ornamental lights. Each removable fastener may be reused numerous times.

Abstract: A light holder for mounting a decorative light is provided. The light holder in accordance with the present invention may include a base member and a light support. The base member and light support are preferably formed of extruded plastic. The base member preferably has a first end which forms a hook portion adapted to be attachable to a gutter and a second end adapted to be insertable between overlapping shingles of a roof. The light support is configured to hold a decorative light and may include an attaching member to secure the light support to the base member.

Abstract: A light stake for holding decorative lights has a generally S-shaped or script C-shaped light holder releasably or permanently attached to a stake. The mounting clip is formed from a resilient material. The light holder will hold light sockets of the three popular sizes of Christmas lights. Display holders displaying decorative figures and reflectors can be positioned on the light stake.

Abstract: A protective pad formed of a flexible plastic having a durometer rating of between about 50 and 75, such as vinyl, has a body with an upper surface, a lower surface having an adhesive thereon, a first end, and a second end. The upper surface includes a first, or greater, transverse notch having a first depth. The lower surface includes a second, or lesser, transverse notch having a second depth. The depth of the first notch is at least three times greater than the depth of the second notch. This configuration enables the pad to overcome the shape memory of the plastic so that the pad does not tend to peel away from a corner or other contoured surface to which it has been applied.

Abstract: An improved door hook or bracket which is thin enough to fit between the top of the door and the jamb, and strong enough to hold significant weight when the door is opened. The door hook is comprised of a U-shaped bracket which has a top having a bottom surface, a front side having a hook and a back side having an adhesive layer attached to the inside surface thereof. The front side is attached to one edge of the top at an acute angle relative to the bottom surface of the top. A compressible pad may be attached to the bottom surface of the top. The compressible pad preferably has a releasable adhesive. Flexible molded-in protrusions may be used as the compressible pad.

Abstract: A candle holder has a base, an upright attached to one edge of the base and a candle support extending from the upright over the base. Suction cups are provided on the upright for mounting. Feet near the suction cups prevent the holder from rocking. One of a series of figures which are preferably shaped as holiday symbols is fitted into the upright. The figures preferably are removable from the upright.