Top 10 "The Simpsons" Christmas Collectibles for 2005

1. "The Simpsons" Illuminated Artificial Tabletop Christmas Tree

This is a pricey item, but wow, it's impressive. This limited edition artifical tree from The Hamilton Collection is covered with characters from "The Simpsons," with candy canes and all kinds of holiday decorations. It stands 13 1/2 inches high and lights up. This "Simpsons" tree would look festive on any tabletop.

2. "The Simpsons" Holiday Mini Ornament Set

These little ornaments from "The Simpsons" are priced for giving. The American Greetings set includes an ornament each of Bart, Lisa and Homer. They are packaged in their on "Simpsons" case. And because they're made of PVC, these ornaments should be around for lots of Christmas days to come.

3. "The Simpsons" Family Christmas Build-A-Snowman Statue

Here's something you don't always see on "The Simpsons." The family is spending quality time together. Here Bart and Lisa are making a snowman who looks a lot like Homer, who is watching over them. This 4 inch statue is a true collectible from Hamilton Action Figures and comes numbered with a certificate of authenticity.

4. "The Simpsons" Christmas Express "Asleep at the Wheel" Statue

"The Simpsons" Christmas Express is a collectible train from The Hamilton Collection. You can buy a subscription plan and receive one statue at a time as they are released. Or, buy them individually, like this one. Then you assemble all the pieces, making them into one lovely "Simpsons" train. This is the first 5 inch figurine of the train, featuring Homer dressed as Santa and asleep at the switch. Even without the other pieces, this statue can stand alone as a wonderful collectible.

5. "The Simpsons" Christmas Express "All Aboard" Statue

The next statue in "The Simpsons" Christmas Express train from The Hamilton Collection shows Maggie doing a "Titanic" pose on a decorated sleigh-car, with Marge and Grampa worried about Homer's sleepy driving. Each statue comes with a golden chain to connect the train pieces together, as well as a certificate of authenticity.

6. "The Simpsons" Christmas Express "Feast for One" Statue

Though this part of "The Simpsons" Christmas Express was released as the fourth piece, I like it better than the third (see below.) Mr. Burns is seated at a table full of a Christmas feast, while Smithers serves him. The scene certainly recalls the Charles Dickens' story of Scrooge. Blinky the fish happens to be hiding under the table, too.

7. "The Simpsons" Christmas Express "Christmas at Moe's" Statue

Like the other train cars, this one features a golden chain to connect it, a certificate of authenticity and a decorated car. Well, actually a decorated Duff Beer can, serving as a train car, that Barney is passed out on. Moe is still ready to serve up some brew. There's even a beer bottle sitting in the snow. Too bad Homer isn't there for the party.

8. Holiday Homer as Santa Claus Plush Doll

This Homer Simpson version of Santa Claus stands a foot tall. He's carrying a sack full of coal, so it must be for Bart! He's jolly and festive looking. Just right for holiday decorating or as a gift.

9. Holiday Marge as Mrs. Claus Plush Doll

Thanks to Marge's hair, she stands a little taller than her Homer Claus counterpart. This doll measures 14 inches high. She's a little racy looking for Mrs. Claus, but I love those striped stockings she's wearing.

10. "The Simpsons" Christmas Village

I absolutely love this Christmas village from Hawthorne Village set in "The Simpsons" world. The first piece you receive is the Simpson home at 742 Evergreen Terrace. You'll also get figures of Homer, Bart and Marge. The scene shows Homer falling off the roof while he's trying to decorate. Each additional piece adds to the holiday spirit in Springfield. The whole village lights up. Looks like you'll also get the Kwik-E-Mart, Moe's and Krusty Burger, along with other figurines. Fun!