You’re bound to have an ugly Christmas sweater party to attend every year so why not start thinking about it ahead of time? You know you’re always jealous of the people that show up with awesomely ugly sweaters, and yours is so-so. Sure you could go to a name brand department store and find some hideous Christmas sweater but why when you can spend half the price for something you’re never going to wear again by shopping at second hand clothing stores instead? 

You don’t want to be out there searching for a sweater the night before, amongst the crazy frenzy of Christmas shoppers do you? Be prepared this year and start ahead of time by looking every time you are at your favorite second hand clothing store.

Tips for Having the Best Ugly Christmas Sweater 

Find a Sweater That Speaks for Itself

If you don’t want to put a lot of work into a sweater, no worries! If you give yourself enough time for searching you are bound to find the right ugly sweater. Here are some tips:

• Search in sections you wouldn’t think to search in
• Don’t be afraid to look at clothing ‘meant’ for the opposite sex
• Sport a sweater vest
• Ask the staff to help you/guide you to the area they would be in
• If you don’t find what you’re looking for in one trip, wait a few days and return

Pin, Glue or Tape Items to Make the Sweater

If you’re not afraid to get a little crafty and have the time, this section is for you! Here’s some tips on how to spruce up a sweater you find at second hand clothing stores and potentially even have the ugliest sweater at your party!

• Tape ribbon/bows to your sweater
• Use cotton balls to build a snowman
• Glue/Sew an entire stocking to your sweater
• Glue tinsel/garland to the entire sweater
• Make a light up Christmas sweater [check out the tutorial here]
• Buy some puff paint and draw a winter scene, Santa, etc
• Hang ornaments from your sweater 

Borrow a Sweater From Your Grandma

That made you laugh didn’t it? Ok, jokes aside, if you really can’t find a sweater even after scouring through your favorite second hand clothing stores, call up your grandma and see if she has anything you can borrow. If not, she may even help you make one!

When it comes to creating the best ugly Christmas sweater you need to let your imagination go wild. Anything goes. If it’s ridiculous and you’re actually embarrassed to wear it, that’s even better.

Do you have any tips from ugly Christmas sweaters you have seen or worn in the past? If you’re in need of a sweater and are in the Chico, Paradise or Oroville area the Arc Store is sure to have many options! Check them out! 

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