Ornaments

The Story Behind Growing on majestic firs and pine trees, cones are natural decorations. They were among the very first molded glass ornaments made. Cones were believed to be symbols of motherhood and fertility, so they were given to brides to hang on...

The Story Behind Picture a front-line combat scene and most people will include a powerful military tank. Boasting heavy firepower, strong armor, and the ability to travel over terrains, tanks are a mainstay of warfare in the 20th and 21st centuries...

The Story Behind In order to survey the Rocky Mountains & Great Plains, the rubber raft was created & took its maiden voyage on the Platte River in 1842. White water rafting didn't become popular until the 1960s & became an Olympic sport in...

The Story Behind In 1896, Buffalo Soldiers road modified bikes 1,900 miles from Fort Missoula, MT to St. Louis, MO. Modern mountain biking originated in Marin County, where enthusiasts modified cruiser bikes to ride on Mount Tamalpais. Make sure to wear...

The Story Behind Whether hauling a load of goods from one side of town to the other or across the country, semi trucks are a vital part of the economy. Truck drivers provide an essential service. Celebrate truck drivers, the large trucks and the love of...

The Story Behind Tent or pop-up campers allow people to camp with a few comforts of home. Since they are towed behind a vehicle, they provide a "home away from home", no matter where the road leads. Setting up camp in the woods is a lot of fun and a...

The Story Behind Cruiser bikes, also known as beach cruisers, are popular with casual bicyclists and vacationers because they are stable and easy to ride. The bikes were the most popular bicycles in the U.S. from 1930s to the 1950s and since the late...

The Story Behind Pickup Trucks were developed as a durable and reliable replacement for hauling goods by horse and cart, and they quickly became invaluable to farmers, businesses, and the military. In this whimsical glass ornament, a trusty old pickup is...

Sailing on a windy, sunny day at the lake or ocean means freedom and excitement. Sport sailing, or yachting, seems to have originated in Holland during the 17th century. It spread to England and eventually the U.S. This little sailboat serves as reminder...

Personal floatation devices, such as life jackets are intended to make the water more fun and much safer. Life jackets have come a long way since their primitive days when they were made of animal hides and hollowed out gourds. Take to the water for fun...

Mouth-blown, hand painted Christmas ornament.

Christmas as a child is a magical time, filled with wonder, celebration and joy. The celebration of the season is commemorated with giving presents, such as alphabet blocks. These simple toys teach so many concepts such as letters, building, shapes and...