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 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...

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 If you ve ever been on a cruise ship, you ve probably heard staff saying Washy, washy or no yummy, yummy! as they squirt sanitizer in your hands. Hand sanitizer is a liquid, gel or...

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...

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

Mouth-blown, hand painted Christmas ornament.

The Story Behind Decadent chocolate cake coated in a gooey, yummy marshmallow and rolled in colorful pink coconut flakes. This delightful treat will surely add some sparkle to your holiday...

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...

The Story Behind Long ago people hung regular socks by the fireplace to dry and warm them from the cold snow. On Christmas Eve night, Santa would come down the chimney and place treats in the socks...

The Story Behind The Grandfather Clock stands regally in the hall counting off the minutes and hours every day. It is prominently featured in nursery rhymes and fairy tales alike. In Dickens A...

The Story Behind The United States Marine Corps proudly conducts amphibious operations around the globe. Although many uniformed professions include a peaked cap, the Marine Cap is easily one of the...

For centuries yoga has been practiced on grass, hard dirt, or tiger skins; it wasn't until recently that yogis began to use specific mats. Today they prevent slipping in yoga studios. Mats also...

In the Middle Ages, guests brought sweet buns that were placed in a pile over which the bride and groom kissed. The taller the pile, the more prosperous the couple. This evolved into the tiered cake...

Your furry little critter loves to sunbathe, play with ribbons and purr when she snuggles in your lap. Tell the world how much you cherish your feline with this adorable memento. It s also a...

The Story Behind Traditionally, hearts have been associated with love. Here the heart is wrapped with red, white and blue, the colors of the flag of the United States of America. The God Bless...

Mouth blow hand painted Christmas ornament. 

Mouth blow hand painted Christmas ornament. 

The Story Behind Often referred to as Nature's Wonder Fruit, bananas are one of the most widely consumed foods in the world. Sweet and easy to peel and eat, they contain fiber, min erals, and major...

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

The Story Behind Snowlady is expecting a baby! It s a winter wonderland and she ll soon welcome a bundle of joy. Children are a gift from God and bring endless love to a family. Children of every...

Every Snowman Chef recipe includes a dash of magic, a sprinkle of sparkle and a full cup of joy. Holidays are a time to gather, celebrate and share meals. It would be marvelous to watch the snowman...

The 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...

The 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...

The Story Behind The moon is 238,900 miles from Earth! It takes a lot of love to fill that space but when you love someone it is an easy task to stretch your love from Earth to the moon and...

Brides and grooms spend endless hours planning their wedding. A wedding begins an exciting new chapter in a person’s life. Bride, groom, family and friends gather to witness the exchanging of vows...

The Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. Adorn your tree with this significant ornament this coming holiday season...

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

In the song The Twelve Days of Christmas, Two Turtle Doves symbolize the Old and New Testaments. Years ago, the song served as a secret means of teaching English Catholics the basics of their faith,...

The Story Behind Hopping along the way to spread Christmas cheer, this mom and her Joey are ready for Christmas. One of Santa s first stops is the home of kangaroos, Australia. Let s hope this little...

The Story Behind Did you know that Koalas have fingerprints just like humans? In fact, scientists struggle to identify the fingerprints left on this candy cane as koala or human. One thing is for...

Mouth-blown hand painted Christmas ornament.

Mouth blow hand painted Christmas ornament. 

The Story Behind The Maine Coon Cat is known as the gentle giant and makes a great family pet. No one knows for certain how the Maine Coon Cat got to the U.S. but it has become one of the most...

The Story Behind Iguanas live in tropical lands such as Central and South America and the Caribbean. This lizard is easily recognized for its dewlap, the row of spines running along its back to the...