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History of Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras came to New Orleans through
its French heritage in 1699. Early explorers celebrated this French Holiday on
the banks of the Mississippi River. Throughout the years, Orleanians have added
to the celebration by establishing Krewes (organizations) which host parades and
balls. Carnival quickly became an exciting holiday for both children and adults.
Mardi Gras means "Fat Tuesday" and of
course is celebrated on that day of the week. The date can fall between February
3 and March 9 depending on the Lunar calendar, used by the Catholic Church to
determine the date of Easter. Mardi Gras is always 47 days before Easter Sunday.
The official colors for Mardi Gras are
purple, green, and gold. These colors were chosen in 1872 by the King of
Carnival, Rex. He chose these colors to stand for the following:
* Purple
represents justice
* Green stands for faith
* Gold stands for power
The Mardi Gras season begins on January 6
and continues until Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday. On the Christian
calendar, the twelfth day after Christmas is known as "Epiphany", "Twelfth
Night", or "Kings Day." It is the day the gift-bearing Magi visited the baby
Jesus, and is celebrated with its own unique rituals.
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Masquerade Costume
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Mardi Gras Masks
We have thousands of masks used for Mardi Gras and Masquerade.
Click Here to see our Mask index for you to browse our
incredible Mask Selection
Click Here to see our Curtain Mask and much, much more
Click Here to see Fancy Mardi Gras Masks
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Venetian Fantasy
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Karnival King
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Mardi Gras Centerpiece
Comedy & Tragedy 18" Table Centerpiece
Click Here to See other Colors (Silver/Gold/Black Stars,
Patriotic and more) |
Mardi Gras Centerpiece
15" Comedy & Tragedy Wire Garland Centerpiece/Balloon
Weight
Item#: Cntrpc GNB MG
Great Balloon Weight Also!
Click Here to See other Colors (Silver/Gold/Black/Red/Green/Blue Stars and more)
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Mardi Gras Masks
Item#: MG Paper Masks
(Click Here to add dowel upgrade
after ordering these masks)
See More Mardi Gras Masks on all Masks Pages
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Mardi Gras Ball Cap
Lame Mardi Gras Ball Cap
Item#: MG Cap
$6.00 ea
Mardi Gras Sunglasses
Item#: MG Sunglasses
$2.00 ea
Includes Neck Strap
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Mardi Gras Centerpieces
Great & Inexpensive For Centerpieces!!
Item#: CT Foil Faces
$21/Dozen includes Wooden 12" Dowel
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Mardi Gras Accessories
MG Foil Hat as Pictured Sold Out
Green Foil Hat with Gold Band in Stock
MG Shred (1.5oz) $2.00 ea
MG Foil Horns $4.00/dz
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Mardi Gras Hats
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Mardi Gras Coins
Item#: MG Coins P
Plastic Mardi Gras Coins
144 pcs per bag
Solid Gold Pirate Coins also available for same price.
See Pirate Page
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Feather Boas and Fans for Mardi Gras
See Feather Goods Page for Mardi Gras Feather Wigs, Feather Boas, and
Feather Fans
Feather Items
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Float Skirt
Solid Colored Float Skirts
10 ft Long x 15 inch drop
Item#: Float FRNG
Click Here
to See this item and purchase this online
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Mardi Gras Shimmer Curtains
3 color Mardi Gras Shimmer Curtains
3 ft x 8 ft Simmer Curtains
Item#: Shim Curt MG
$8.00 ea
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to See other Colors (Silver/Gold/Black/Blue/Red and more)
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Mardi Gras Flag
Item#: MG Flag
Nylon Appliquéd Flag
25" x 36"
$12.50 ea in Stock Special (Limited)
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Mardi Gras Windsock
Item#: MGBD-1568
$6.50 ea
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Mardi Gras Throw Beads
See our Pirate Accessory Page for Assorted Colored Throw Bead
which are ideal for Pirate Treasure Chests
Casino Necklaces
See our Casino Theme Page for Casino Necklaces
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Mardi Gras Decoration Kit
$25.00 ea
Complete Decoration Kits averaging 40 to 42 pieces per set for
Most Themes.
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Glow Beads
Item#: MGBD-816G/48
48in 16mm Glow Necklaces
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Gator Beads
Item#: MGBD 3404
33in Necklace with Gator
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Can Coolers
Regular Item#: MG1112
$2.75 ea
With Strap - Item#: MG1113
$4.00 ea
Limited Inventory. Email the office for inventory
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Frog Necklace
Item#: F56197
$3.00 ea
Click Here to see Frog Masks
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Gator Necklace
Item#: F55166
42in Decorative Alligator Necklace
$3.50 ea
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Jazz Necklace
Item#: T601-40
40in Large Jazz Instrument Necklace
$6.00 ea
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Mardi Gras Jester Key Chain
Item#: MG KC Jester
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Mardi Gras Jester Costume
Unisex Mardi Gras Lame Jester Costume Set
Includes Liquid Lame Tunic with Collar, Padded Hat with Bells and
Anklets
Mardi Gras Colors (PGG) or Silver/Gold
$35.00 ea 12/color @ $25.00 ea
Hand Wash and hang or Flat Dry only. Do not Dry Clean.
Larger Quantity Breaks available. Email the office
Mardi Gras colored Jester Hat available separately $7.50 ea
Mardi Gras Colored Bloomers also available. Limited Quantities.
Email the office for details.
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Mardi Gras Decorations
Oversize Wall Decorations (29x27 +/-)
Item#: T250
$20.00 ea
Top Picture has Feathers added to show you how you can make these
spectacular!!
Because of there size they are subject to oversize shipping and
must be quoted/confirmed prior to ordering.
Email the office with an outline of your order and your credit
card billing address for a quote.
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Mardi Gras Decorations
Top - Oversize Face (21x12 +/-)
Item#:T265 $10.00 ea
Middle - Female Clown w/Collar (21x17 +/-)
Item#:T275 $10.00 ea
Bottom - Carnival Sign (35x11 +/-)
Item#: P43G/Multi $7.50
ea
Because of there size they are subject to oversize shipping and
must be quoted/confirmed prior to ordering.
Email the office with an outline of your order and your credit
card billing address for a quote.
All items are available in 3dz increments. Please email the
office to confirm stock and get a shipping quote.
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Mardi Gras Decorations
Top - Jester Wall Plaque (27x21 +/-)
Item#: T320
$5.00 e
Jester Wall Plaque is oversized and would need to email the
office an outline of your order and your billing information for a
quote.
Comedy and Tragedy Decorations
Mardi Gras or Gold/Silver
Item#: T300 (20x14 +/-)
$5.00 ea
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