Old World Christmas

Santa's sleigh is a trusty old machine, but occasionally you'll see him cruising around in his antique car to deliver gifts to good little boys and girls. No matter Santa's mode of transportation, he...

This intricately handcrafted glass ornament was meticulously mouth-blown and hand-painted by skilled artisans using age-old techniques. Celebrating collegiate pageantry and traditions, this heirloom...

The Story Behind Limes are prized for their vibrant green color. They make a beautiful addition to any holiday or culinary display. Limes have a sour taste, so the tart flavor, like life itself, is...

Not only is it fun to spend your summer days in and around the pool, but swimming reduces stress levels, boosts mood, strengthens muscles, improves sleep and lowers risk for numerous diseases. Grab...

Champagne emits 30 bubbles a second! The tall glass flutes evolved to help minimize overflow. This beautiful glass ornament makes a great gift or keepsake for any special occasion or celebration.

The Story Behind This big blue marble is home to 7.6 billion humans and even more types of animal species. As the third planet from the sun, we have an atmosphere that supports our wide variety of...

The Story Behind Welcome to the world, little one! The miracle of life does not escape the Snow Family. They are over-the-moon excited about their bundle of joy. This perfect addition to the Snow...

This beautiful bird is also known as the American Egret, common egret, or the angel bird. In the early 20th century, its population was greatly decreased by the demand for its feathers for women s...

Lighthouses are sources of inspiration and comfort. Sturdy structures with an ever-beaming light, lighthouses guide sailors to safety during dark skies and tempests. As beacons of light, they...

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,...

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...

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...

The Story Behind Saturn, the golden ringed planet was named after the Roman god of agriculture & the harvest. It is associated with the ancient festival of Saturnalia, the winter celebration of...

The Story Behind Crossword puzzles challenge the mind and pique the interest of the challenger. Most often appearing in newspapers and magazines, one is challenged each time they open the paper. The...

The Story Behind When making films, a Director's Board, or clapboard, is used to help align the sound with the film. Combined with a chalkboard for the details of the next take, the clapboard is...

The Story Behind In the well-known children's story, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the grinning Cheshire Cat teases Alice with his riddles, provoking her curiosity. He magically appears and...

The Story Behind With its balance of sweet and tart flavors, the Margarita is a popular cocktail. Its origins remain a mystery shrouded in many legends. Most involve a beautiful woman named Margarita...

This beautiful 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...

The Story Behind The mixer was introduced in 1856 by Ralph Collier. In 1908 the electrical mixer was born. Before the mixer, baking was much more laborious and time consuming, slowing production. Now...

There is no need to sing, Rain, rain, go away! when wearing rubber rain boots! Jump in puddles, search for worms or tackle a list of chores without the fear of wet or dirty feet! It is believed the...

The art of winemaking was perfected around 3000 B.C. in ancient Egypt, and it spread from there to Europe and the world. Grapes were crushed and their juice fermented in large wooden barrels. Once...

The Story Behind Lawn care is big business in the US ($30 billion spent annually); the average American spends 4 hours per week tending their lawn. The first lawn mower was patented in 1830 by Edwin...

Celebrate the love of family and friends during the holiday season. The love of Christ, whose birth is celebrated at Christmastime is the reason for the season. No matter what love you re...

The Story Behind Ferrets are very intelligent and highly curious pets. These loving animals require a great deal of interaction from their owners or they can become quite bored and then mischievous...

The Story Behind The United States Army is the oldest and most senior branch of the U.S. military, founded in 1775. The Army participates in conflicts worldwide and is the major ground-based...

A pinch of this and a dash of that can change a recipe. Home cooks and chefs alike trust measuring cups for main ingredients to ensure their dishes have precisely the right amount of ingredients. The...

The Story Behind When the Magi came in search of Jesus, they learned Herod intended to kill the "King of the Jews" because he felt his power was threatened. An angel appeared to Joseph and warned him...

The Story Behind This beautiful 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...

The Story Behind This beautiful 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...

Peanuts symbolize mystery since their shells completely hide their contents. Called treasures beneath the ground, nuts are also associated with wisdom because their contents are compact, sustaining,...

In many homes, it wouldn't be Christmas without a traditional stuffed turkey for dinner. This beautiful turkey is dressed with served on a shiny silver platter. Commemorate the gathering of friends...

The Sugar Cookie ornament depicts one of the most anticipated traditions of the Christmas season the baking and eating of sweets! Creating elaborate and whimsical holiday cookies decorated with...

The Story Behind The nocturnal Leopard is the most elusive of the large cats. It is very powerful and able to run in bursts of speed up to 36 miles per hour. Unlike most cats, it likes to swim. The...

The Story Behind Tigers embody grace, beauty, and power, and are able to move silently through the brush. Since Tigers can see in the dark, they also signify illumination. In the Chinese zodiac,...

The Story Behind Cottages represent the heritage and culture of the glassblowers. They frequently created images that reflected their day to day lives. Ornaments were proudly styled after the homes...

The Story Behind Taste the flavor! Smoking is the process of flavoring, browning, cooking or preserving food by exposing it to a smoldering fire. Food takes on the flavor of the fire and creates a...