Christmas Ornaments

Do you want a hippopotamus for Christmas? The Story Behind: The hippopotamus is the third largest land animal and is native to Africa. Its name comes from the Greek words hippos meaning horse and patamos meaning river since its cries sound similar to a...

The Story Behind Hiking is a popular outdoor activity enjoyed around the world. It is a fun and healthy way to explore and enjoy the scenery and great way to experience nature. This glass Hiking Boot ornament makes a great gift for any hiking enthusiast...

The Story Behind The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. This Santa proudly wears a traditional tartan kilt and other clothing...

The Story Behind High-top Sneakers were developed in the early s as athletic shoes and became the preferred basketball shoe. Later as the shoes were worn by music and movie stars, their popularity soared. Now available in a huge variety of colors and...

The Story Behind Many marvel at how the hedgehog can change his coat. It feels soft when he is gently held in one s hand and stroked, but he quickly turns into a prickly ball when frightened. So, the Hedgehog ornament reminds us to be gentle and kind to...

The Story Behind This friendly canine is related to the Bichon Frise and is a great companion dog. Known for its springy gait and hypoallergenic coat, the Havanese is the national dog of Cuba. This breed is easy to train and social, making it a great...

The kitchen is the heart of the home. Meals, desserts and snacks are prepared with love and fondness each day but especially around the holidays. Cooks have been using appliances in the kitchen for decades to make the work easier, including the hand...

The Story Behind This furry little rodent makes a delightful solitary pet for the night owl in your family. Hamsters prefer to be alone and spend most of the day snoozing. But when the sun goes down, they are ready to run on their wheel! They are...

The Story Behind 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...

The Story Behind Having traveled the seas for over 100 million years, sea turtles have essentially remained unchanged. They survived beyond the extinction of the dinosaurs and are still present in the world's oceans today. All sea turtles are on the...

The Story Behind Found in coastal waters of all major oceans, the great white shark is known for its incredible size. Female sharks grow to 20 feet long and weigh in at 4,200 pounds. Great whites are the largest predatory fish. The great white s size isn...

The Story Behind Grandchildren hold a special place in grandpa s heart. They joyfully shower grandchildren with love and attention and are notorious for spoiling them. Grandpas also have the privilege of sharing family history and wisdom. Cherish your...