Ornaments

The Story Behind Sandals have been worn for millenniums! The Bible tells the story of Jesus wearing sandals as he roamed the earth. The oldest known sandals were found in Oregon and date back at least 10,000 years! They were made of sagebrush bark. Today...

The Story Behind The Pelican is a symbol of Jesus per an ancient legend. During a famine, the Pelican cared so dearly for her young that she chose to give them her own blood to prevent starvation, but in turn lost her own life. The Pelican is a symbol of...

The Story Behind Stingrays are related to sharks and are common in temperate seas around the world. Their unique flat body allows them to conceal themselves in the sand. They swim by undulating their bodies or flapping their sides like wings. Stingrays...

The Story Behind The Pacific Blue Tang fish is a popular marine aquarium fish and is often recognized for being featured in an animated children s movie. It can be found swimming throughout the Indo-Pacific living in pairs, or in small groups. So, pick...

The Story Behind Dolphins are nature's ambassadors. Dolphins seem to reverse the law of the wild, seeking humans, rather than fleeing from them. Those who encounter the playful and gentle dolphin often describe feelings of love and friendship that seem...

The Story Behind The octopus is a shy animal and will change color when frightened. It is also the most intelligent of the invertebrates. The octopus has a good memory and uses it to make judgements based on experience. It is a quick learner and good...

The Story Behind Manatees are large, gentle sea mammals that live in warm coastal seas and water ways. Legends of mermaids most likely came from sightings of long-tailed manatees, who cradle their young in their arms. Manatees are very rare and an...

The Story Behind Sixth-century Italian monks gave pretzels to children as rewards for attending church. The pretzel s twists signify arms crossed in prayer and when it has three openings, the Trinity. Pretzels are believed to bring good luck, prosperity,...

The Story Behind Locomotives are associated with Christmas, since that is when many children are first introduced to toy trains. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas morning and discovering a speeding locomotive pulling its cars beneath the family...

When the lakes and ponds freeze over in the winter, one of the most popular activities is ice-skating. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas morning and discovering a beautiful pair of skates under the tree? This ornament makes a fun gift for anyone...

The Story Behind This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, it was delicately hand-painted and glittered for you to enjoy and...

The Story Behind This glass Soccer Ball ornament makes a great gift for any sports enthusiast. It was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately...