Old World Christmas

The Story Behind Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the...

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...

The Story Behind The peacock's grandeur and stateliness are the reasons for its association with royalty. It was believed to guard the Tree of Life, therefore, kings sat upon thrones decorated with...

The Story Behind Ladybugs received their name centuries ago in Europe. When farmers prayed to the Virgin Mary for help against aphids ruining their crops, their prayers were answered by the arrival...

The Story Behind Beautifully marked in brilliant black and white, Loons prefer secluded North American lakes and are excellent swimmers that can stay underwater for long periods. They are solitary,...

The Story Behind Many years ago, log cabins provided shelter on the American Frontier as settlers moved west. In fact, our 16th President, Honest Abe Lincoln, was raised in a log cabin. Today the Log...

The Story Behind Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of...

The Story Behind Cabins and cottages, nestled in villages and throughout the countryside, often represent the heritage and culture of the glassblowers. This little Lake Cabin ornament serves as a...

The Story Behind The beautiful King Salmon is one of the most popular sport fish. In Native American lore, the Salmon People story tells of the mystical fish who fed the tribe and only returned if...

The Story Behind Sharks have been living in the oceans for 350 million years. They are incredibly sensitive to sounds, scents, and vibrations making them efficient hunters. Sharks help to maintain...

Great White Owls, also known as Snowy Owls, are usually found only in the Arctic. Shy and silent unless nesting, they are unlike other owls in that they are most active during the daytime. Depending...

The Story Behind The Fortune Cookie is an American invention with origins in California. This delicate, crisp cookie always contains a small piece of paper with a happy message inside. Now it is so...