The Making of Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the top-secret creation of the Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things set!
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'Twas the night before favorite things, and all through the studio...
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Harpo "elves" hard are at work backstage, preparing to transform the set into Santa's workshop.
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...And a chic winter wonderland.
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Trees, garlands and wreaths for both favorite things sets come together in one section of our studio.
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Gumdrops are placed atop a gigantic gingerbread house.
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The gingerbread house takes shape in its beginning stages.
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Crews construct the gingerbread house's festive red door.
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The gold bow and gift top will cover up the top-secret, newly redesigned 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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Crew members arrange all of Oprah's Favorite Things for top-secret photo shoots.
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Dozens of perfectly wrapped presents make their way onto the set.
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Audience coordinator Sally Lou goes over all the details with skilled set designers.
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The crew makes last-minute, finishing touches before showtime.
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Before the lucky audience takes their seats, there's one last walk-through to make sure everything's perfect!
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Then, the winter wonderland set comes together.
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The hardworking Harpo "elves" who designed and constructed our festive toy workshop and chic winter wonderland gather on set.
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Finally, it's showtime! Happy giving to all, and to all, a good night...
Get the complete list of Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things for 2010
Get the complete list of Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things for 2010
Published 11/19/2010