Christmas Ornaments

Did you know a horsehoe crab is not a crab, but more closely related to spiders? These bottom-dwelling coastal creatures have a fascinating anatomy with four eyes, twelves legs and a tiny set of pinchers. Horseshoe crabs bury themselves in mud and sand...

Horseshoes are considered to bring good luck. In the days when folks believed in the magical powers of iron, horseshoes were hung above a doorway to protect the inhabitants against witches and other evils. Hang this ornament on your Christmas tree to...

The Story Behind Hockey is played around the world and is an Olympic event. This widely known and popular sport has been played in North America since the late 1800s. Hockey is a great winter sport to be active, cheer on your favorite team and...

The Story Behind The Scottish breed of cattle, the Highland cow has long horns and a wavy wooly coat to protect it from the rainy and windy conditions. The hearty cows are a symbol of nourishment and health. Measurements: 1.5 X 3 X 4.25 (HxLxW)

The lively and noisy Hairy Woodpecker is found almost everywhere. They eat harmful insects that they locate by feeling the vibrations that the moving insects make in the wood. So, these beautiful woodpeckers are beneficial to man by helping to save fruit...

The Story Behind This heavenly fruit dip was invented by the Aztecs in Mexico, and can be as simple as mashing ripe avocados & tomatoes with sea salt. Over 45 million pounds of avocado will be eaten on Super Bowl Sunday. Apollo 11 astronauts brought...

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,...

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 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...

Pretty and nutritious, the name Cauliflower means Cabbage flower. Growing on a single stalk, this vegetable s compact head is about 6 inches in diameter and composed of many undeveloped flower buds, which are white since the plant s leaves shield them...

The Story Behind The burrito is a traditional food in Mexico and is very popular in the United States too. A tortilla filled with rice, beans, meat, cheese and vegetables. A full meal with every food group wrapped in delicious tortilla. Wrap it up and...

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 Ramen is a Japanese noodle soup. Ramen originated from China but has become most known as a Japanese dish. Each region of Japan has a slightly different variety of ramen. Ramen is adorned with pork, eggs, and scallions to enhance flavors...

The individual-sized baked good can be prepared as a sweet treat or a savory snack. This quick bread has been around since the 18th century and remains an American favorite. A blueberry muffin is the perfect sweet treat at breakfast and goes well with a...