Ornaments

The Story Behind The Claddagh is a traditional Irish design incorporating two hands clasping a heart and surmounted by a crown. These elements symbolize love, friendship and loyalty. When given as a gift, the Claddagh expresses with these hands I give...

Legend says that the Wise Men travelled in a caravan with many camels to Bethlehem. The smallest camel was exhausted, but determined to see the Christ Child. In return for its devotion, it was blessed with eternal life. In Syria, the smallest camel...

The Story Behind This whimsical glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately hand-painted with many brightly colored lacquers and...

The Story Behind The Elephant has been the symbol of the Republican Party since 1874 when political cartoonist Thomas Nast showed an Elephant trampling on inflation and chaos - indicating a party favoring economic conservation and law and order. The...

The Story Behind As American as apple pie, a toy dump truck is an iconic part of childhood. Moving heaps of marbles, rocks and dirt has entertained many children and inspired imaginations for dozens of years. Celebrate and cherish those childhood...

The Story Behind North Pole Engine Co. #1 Firehouse has a small hole on its underside designed to borrow a standard bulb from your Christmas tree to light up the cottage. Upon lighting your cottage, you will immediately discover the first of many...

The Story Behind Windmill has a small hole on its underside designed to borrow a standard bulb from your Christmas tree to light up the cottage. Upon lighting your cottage, you will immediately discover the first of many secrets, the beautifully crafted...

The Story Behind Yesterday s Toys has a small hole on its underside designed to borrow a standard bulb from your tree to light up the cottage. Upon lighting your cottage, you will immediately discover the first of many secrets, the beautifully crafted...

The earliest microscopes were called flea glasses as they were originally used to study small bugs. The first microscope was invented by Hans and Zacharius Jansen in the 1600s and has gone through numerous improvements over the centuries. Today, we can...

Originally intended to cover a nurse's hair for hygienic purposes, the Nurse's Cap became an object of pride for nursing students. Receiving a cap was an important achievement! No longer mandatory, it still symbolizes the nursing profession and is a...

The Story Behind The egg has long been considered a symbol of hope, potential and new possibilities. But sometimes it can just be a great way to start your day, especially when it is served as a morning meal with crisp slices of bacon. Measurements: 3.75...

The Story Behind Road bikes are built for traveling at high speeds on paved roads, most commonly used for long distance travel and training. These lightweight bicycles are also used for racing and fitness training. Bicycling is a great way to stay...