Old World Christmas

The Story Behind St. Nicholas was a very kind and benevolent bishop who was legendary for performing miracles many years ago. Today, he is the patron saint of children and the European equivalent of...

The Story Behind Santa has traded in his sleigh for a kayak to explore the beautiful scenery along the water. Santa loves the exercise and the opportunity to update his nice and naughty list with...

The Story Behind According to legend, bells rang throughout the world when Christ was born. Traditionally, bells have been used throughout Europe and America to ring in the Christmas season. Bell...

The Story Behind Little libraries are a recent trend to share the love of reading, learning and community. Avid readers build a little library, place it in the front yard and the community is able to...

Next to his horse, a saddle is a cowboy's most valuable possession. The Western Saddle has a horn up front for tying on a rope or holding onto when things get rough! On the trail, a good saddle...

Graduation from high school or college is an important accomplishment. Receiving a diploma means the recipient has successfully completed their course of studies. The glass Diploma ornament makes a...

The Story Behind Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been faithful friends and workmates, even giving their lives to protect or rescue...

The Story Behind A basic necessity of life today, toilet paper is taken for granted by many. Before toilet paper was produced, people used stones, leaves and sand for hygiene. The first toilet paper...

Firefighting is a job which requires bravery, strength, quick thinking and a wide range of skills. Men and women serve their community as first responders and run toward an emergency to help others...

Happy birthday! This ornament signifies a coming of age tradition for families across North America. Sixteen is an especially important birthday for many because it signifies the first dose of...

Pecan pie is the perfect blend of nuts, eggs, butter and sugar. This popular pie is a specialty of the Southern U.S. during holidays. Topped with salt, vanilla or ice cream, pecan pie is delicious...

The Story Behind Few drinks are as synonymous with Christmastime as eggnog. The delicious blend of cream, milk, sugar, spices and the warmth of a spirit, signal your heart, mind and soul that...

The Girl Scouts program prepares girls to empower themselves and promote compassion, courage, confidence, character, leadership, entrepreneurship, and citizenship through a variety of activities. The...

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

Mouth-blown, hand painted Christmas ornament.

The Story Behind The unique sounds and movements of tap dancers have entertained audiences for hundreds of years. Tap dancing gained popularity in Vaudeville shows and then emerged as an art form...

The Story Behind Ranch dressing tops salads, dips veggies and fries and if you ask most school-age children, ranch dressing is an essential part of most meals! The wonderful blend of buttermilk,...

The Story Behind Avocado toast is a perfect morning meal composed of a slice of warm crunchy toast topped with creamy avocado. It's a food trend that is here to stay. This open face sandwich can be...

Champagne is considered a lucky wine. The bottle, the cork, and the wine itself all have connotations of good fortune, so this beautiful glass Champagne Bottle ornament makes a great gift or keepsake...

The Story Behind The signature squiggle. The decadent frosting. The irresistible creme-filled center. Feast your eyes on this iconic cupcake goddess all holiday long. Measurements: 2.5 X 2.75 X 2...