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NEW: Peter Rabbit Pieces from Jim Shore
Just in time for spring and Easter decorating (or maybe to leave up
all year long since they’re so cute!)! Each of these hand painted pieces from
Jim Shore are just charming.“I spent a good deal of time in
the Lake District studying Beatrix Potter. She was a remarkable woman, an
artist and writer of course, but also a scientist and conservationist. That
range of interests and commitment drew me to discover more about her life and
her work. And the more I learned the more enchanted I became
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16th Mar 2022
Meet Local Glassblower Jori Delvo
This International Women’s Day, meet
local Glassblowing Artist Jori Delvo. She is Jessica’s amazing aunt and
co-founder of Boulder Bend Glassworks which supplies Kris Kringl with beautiful, mouthblown glass ornaments. Today, 33% of glassblowers are women.* Jori's glassmaking is inspired by her love of nature and worldwide travels. To meet Jori is to know creativity, perseverance and strength. Cheers to Jori – and women everywhere –
pursuing what they love and being the change they w
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8th Mar 2022
Pre-order 2022 Village Pieces
We're making all Core Village pieces from Department 56 available for pre-order starting now! How it works: Pay now including the cost of shipping and your pre-ordered items will be sent to you as soon as we get them -- between June and October 2022. A shipping notification with tracking number will be emailed to you when your delivery is on the way. Don't miss out on this year's amazing additions to your Department 56 Village. As you know, pieces sell out quickly and supplies hav
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4th Mar 2022
Quarterly Newsletter #1 of 2022
Hello from snowy Leavenworth where it continues to be a winter wonderland! We have been busy these first two months of 2022 meeting with designers, makers and curators about what will fill the shop this year. First to arrive is home décor for spring and we can't for you to see the new fabulous pieces - especially those from Mark Roberts (pictured below with Kris Kringl Owner Carl Evans). Shop New Arrivals for Spring at www.kriskringl.comIn a recent Facebook post, many of you gave us wonderful th
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25th Feb 2022
Visiting Artist: Trieste Cordova of Inner Beauty
September 10-12, we are delighted to host artist and creator of Inner Beauty Gifts at Kris Kringl in Leavenworth, WA. Trieste is a master reverse glass painter and she will be demonstrating this art form all weekend long at the shop! Additionally, Trieste is happy to sign your Christmas ornaments, as well as personalize them with a message of your choice (a wonderful gift opportunity!). We hope to see you and have you meet the wonderful Trieste!About Inner Beauty GiftsInner B
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5th Sep 2021