Collectibles

This glass Tennis 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 hand-painted with brightly...

The Story Behind Tabby cat describes a domestic cat with specific coloring, stripes, dots and lines in its fur. The most notable is a distinct M shape on the cat s forehead. Cats are loveable, calming pets and have been shown to be good for ones health,...

The Story Behind A cone-shaped temaki sushi, is a family favorite, made from a rolled cone of seaweed that is wrapped around rice and fillings. A platter is presented, and each person can make a handroll with favorite fillings. Measurements: 1.5 X 1.5 X...

Sriracha sauce blends simple ingredients of chili pepper paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt to create an incredible hot sauce. With Thai and Vietnamese origins, sriracha has a delicious Asian heat flavor. Dip away, hot sauce enthusiasts!

The Story Behind Outer space is the final frontier. Children and adults dream of traveling out of the Earth s atmosphere. Space shuttles brought us the first man on the moon and extend all the way to Mars now! Celebrate childhood dreams and the...

he Story Behind Long ago, when toys were scarce and neighbors could be miles away, children looked forward to snowfalls with great anticipation. This wonderful gift from heaven afforded them the opportunity to create a new companion their very own...

Angels are thought to be our link to God and heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace, and love, angels are a comforting presence. Glassblowers often created angel ornaments with the sweet, cherubic faces of their own daughters, depicting their vision of a...

The Story Behind When the snow flies it s time to hit the slopes. Snowboarding was invented by a father in the 1960s who fixed two skis together as a gift for his daughter, calling the invention a snurfer . The invention was quickly licensed and became...

The Story Behind Ring! Ring! Smartphones have changed our lives, culture and connectivity. While phones and technology come and go, one thing is certain to never change, the magic of Christmas and desire to be with loved ones. You may find yourself...

The Story Behind This cousin of the Largemouth Bass has many nicknames, including Smallie & Bronzeback; it is the most trout-like bass, and is an "ambush" predator. This freshwater fish prefers flowing streams & rivers with rocky bottoms (versus...

The Story Behind Acorns have long been considered good luck symbols. They also represent the rebirth of life, which is where we get the old saying: From little acorns come mighty oaks. Celebrate life and good luck by hanging this glass acorn ornament on...

The Story Behind It s a bird! It s a plane! It s Superman? No, it s a skydiver! The first skydiver took the plunge in 1797 from a hydrogen balloon. Ever since then, thrill seekers cannot get enough of this adrenaline pumping experience. Are you ready to...