Gifts

The Story Behind There is no place like home, unless you are a gardener. Then, there is no place like your greenhouse! Filled with warmth, new life and the hope of harvest, the greenhouse fills the soul with happiness. Gardening may look like work, but...

The Story Behind Golf, as we know it, was first played with a leather-covered ball stuffed with goose feathers. In the early 1900s the golf ball evolved into the form as we know it today. However, it was not until 1932that the golf ball was standardized...

The Story Behind Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been faithful friends and workmates, even giving their lives to protect or rescue their owners. No wonder dogs are considered man s best...

The Story Behind Crochet takes a simple string of yarn and turns it into fabric. This art of taking something simple and turning it into a masterpiece has warmed many bodies and hearts for centuries. Designs can be simple to incredibly intricate lacework...

A cold beer at the end of a long day is a refreshing way to relax. Craft breweries create a variety of beer flavor combinations to please any palate. The combination of water, hops, barley and yeast has been produced since 10,000 B.C. and for a long time...

Covered Bridges recall simpler times and small towns where everyone knew their neighbors. Nicknamed kissing bridges, reasons are varied as to why they were covered perhaps to preserve the truss structure, to prevent oxen from balking when crossing water,...

The Story Behind In 1941, Charles Scanlon received his patent on the bright orange traffic cones we know today. Besides their practical safety use on the roadways, these cones have decorated such public monuments as the Duke of Wellington statue in...

The Story Behind The Coast Guard is a branch of the U.S. military charged with protecting people at sea. Their duties include searching for and rescuing people, ships and boats in danger at sea. In addition, the Coast Guard serves as law enforcement to...

Thousands have enjoyed a cooling spray while boating on a warm summer afternoon in a classic wooden boat. Such varnished mahogany beauties were known for their strength, safety and stylish design, as well as admired for their speed and craftsmanship...

The Story Behind Do you love to travel, camp and see new sights, but want the comfort of home? Take your home on the road and live a life of luxury as you travel in your home. Look inside and you ll find beds, bathroom, kitchen and more. Measurements: 1...

The look of cheesecake is simple, but the taste is so rich! The perfect combination of cream cheese, sugar and egg comes together to create the most delectable Christmas treat. The cheesecake ornament is a perfect gift for a hostess, baker or friendly...

The Story Behind Go! Fight! Win! Cheerleaders bring energy, excitement and passion to sports for the fans and athletes alike. Cheerleading requires athletic ability for dances, stunts and jumps. This sport originated in the U.S. in the 1900s and is a...