A Season That Lives in Our Hearts
For some, holiday lights are just decoration. But at Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor they’re something more. They’re a symbol of family, of tradition, of love that endures through time.
This story, the one behind our signature blue C-9 bulbs, our perfectly spaced garlands, our quietly glowing wreaths didn’t begin as a business. It began in the soft hum of December evenings, with a dad on a ladder and a mom who made Christmas feel like home.
Our clients in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix often tell us, “There’s something different about the way you decorate.” That difference is heart, and it comes from a legacy we hold dear.
Where It All Began: Margie’s Light
Marge wasn’t just the inspiration behind our name. She was the matriarch of our family, graceful, strong, and full of love for the holidays. Christmas was her favorite time of year, not for the shopping or the snowflakes, but for the gathering of family around a glowing tree, the aroma of gingerbread cookies in the oven, and the sparkle of lights dancing through a frosted window.
Our founder recalls childhood nights helping his father hang strands of bright blue glass bulbs, each facing the same direction, each placed just so. His dad didn’t cut corners. Marge didn’t either, together they made Christmas magic from the ground up.
Those lights, stored away in the garage after her passing, became the spark that reignited everything.
A Company Rooted in Memory and Meaning
In 2008, Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor came to life, not just to beautify homes but to carry on Marge’s legacy of warmth, elegance, and attention to detail.
What started as a tribute is now a full-service holiday design company known across Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and Phoenix for our customized installations and white-glove service.
Whether we’re styling a grand entry with lighted olive trees or installing a 60” wreath above a gate, every detail is infused with the same care Marge once gave her family’s Christmas mornings.
Why We Believe in Holiday Tradition
Our clients aren’t just seeking Christmas light installers. They want peace of mind. They want to preserve memories, celebrate without hassle, and bring the same sense of wonder to their grandchildren that they once felt as children.
That’s why we’ve built our company around:
- Legacy-inspired design that reflects each family’s story
- All-inclusive service so you never worry about ladders, storage, or tangled cords
- Custom lighting plans that honor your home’s architecture and HOA requirements
- Interior styling that carries holiday elegance inside
Because every home we decorate becomes part of our tradition too.
“My mother used to say, ‘Make it feel like Christmas the moment someone walks through the door.’ That’s what we do for every client, every home, every year.”
When Legacy Meets Lifestyle: A Scottsdale Tradition Continues
Last year, a Scottsdale homeowner shared a special request. Her mother had passed, and the family had inherited her ornaments—each one collected during annual trips around the world.
She asked us to create an interior and exterior holiday display that would reflect her mother’s life. We adorned her tree with soft golds and icy blues to complement the antique ornaments. We wrapped the Palo Verde tree outside with warm white lights and added a garland lined with vintage-style ribbons along the grand staircase.
When her family arrived for Christmas dinner, the tears were joyful. “This is exactly how she would’ve done it,” her daughter whispered. That’s the magic Marge would’ve wanted us to share.
Q&A: The Legacy Behind Margie Mae’s
What inspired the name Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor?
A. Our founder named the business after his mother; Marge, a strong, joyful woman who made the holidays magical. Every wreath we hang and every garland we place honors her memory and the traditions she loved.
How does your family legacy influence your work today?
A. Our work is a living tribute to Marge’s legacy. She passed down more than just a love of Christmas; she gave us a blueprint for creating beauty with meaning. Now in our second generation, with her grandchildren carrying that vision forward, every design we create is a reflection of family, tradition, and the kind of joy that brings everyone home.
Do you offer legacy-inspired design services for clients?
A. Yes. Whether it’s recreating your grandmother’s tinsel tree or incorporating subtle nods to your family’s traditions, we specialize in customized holiday designs that reflect your story.
Is your service truly all-inclusive?
A. Absolutely. From the moment we begin your consultation to takedown in January, we handle everything—installation, maintenance, removal, and storage. You’ll never lift a ladder, chase down a bulb, or tangle with cords again.
Are your services available in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and Phoenix?
A. Yes. These are our core service areas, and we’ve proudly decorated homes in gated communities, luxury estates, and beloved family residences throughout the Valley since 2008.
From Our Family to Yours
When we install lights in Scottsdale or design garlands for a Phoenix entryway, it’s never just about the décor. It’s about creating a setting for joy; one your family can return to year after year.
At Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor, we’re not just in the business of Christmas light installers. We’re in the business of memory-making.
We invite you to experience what it means to be part of our story. Let us design a display that brings your family legacy to life.
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About the Author
Holly shares expert insights from the world of luxury holiday décor. As the voice of Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor, she brings timeless tradition, joyful design, and festive inspiration to homes across Scottsdale and Paradise Valley—one beautifully lit wreath, tree, and garland at a time.
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