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The striking colors of the red-headed woodpecker draw birdwatchers’ attention and astonishment. Found in nearly two-thirds of the U.S. and Southeastern Canada, these birds are quite popular and fill the forests with their songs.

Dimensions: 2.25 X 5 X 1.75 (HxLxW)

One of the most abundant birds across North America, the Red-winged Blackbird is a familiar sight atop cattails, along roadsides, and on telephone wires. Males have scarlet and yellow shoulder patches they can puff up or hide depending on how confident they feel. In the North, their arrival song is a happy indication of spring.

Dimensions: 2 X 4 X 1.75 (HxLxW)

This beautiful,  elegant Father Christmas wearing a luxurious full-length coat and carrying a basket of gifts to be delivered to children all over the world. Trimmed with brilliantly shimmering iridescent glitters that sparkle The Regal Father Christmas Light is the embodiment of the Christmas spirit.

Dimensions: 5.5 X 2.75 X 2.75 (HxLxW)

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is synonymous with Christmas. This loveable reindeer lives in Christmastown and was born with a glowing red nose. Rudolph was ashamed of his nose and ran away because he felt like a misfit. In the end, it was his unique shiny nose that saves Christmas.

Dimensions: 4 X 3.25 X 1.5 (HxLxW)

Ho! Ho! Pop! Popper toys are filling the hands of the young and young at heart! Fidget toys allows one s hands to stay busy while the brain focuses on a different task. Santa s elves are busy building poppers as requests pour in from around the world!

Dimensions: 4.25 X 0.75 X 3 (HxLxW)

Dimensions: 5.25 X 3 X 2.75 (HxLxW)

Cats are affectionate and intelligent companions, yet often independent. As kittens, they are also frisky, friendly, and adorable! This hand-painted and glittered ornament depicts Santa’s Kitten, who has found its way into Santa’s hat, where it will stay forever young as a keepsake on your tree.

Dimensions: 3.25 X 2.25 X 2 (HxLxW)

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 gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.

This cute little sloth glass ornament from Old World is hanging around on a branch. Hang him on your tree and see how many know just what he is. This critter is the original tree-hugger, whose prehistoric ancestors were the size of an elephant! Although arboreal by design, sloths love to swim and are faster in the water than on land. Their rough fur is often covered in bugs & algae, both of which make fantastic camouflage. Let s all climb a tree & take a nap!

In the story The Tortoise and the Hare, turtles show us that slow and steady wins the race. Since turtles carry their homes on their backs, they are at home anywhere! When threatened, turtles can withdraw into their shells to protect themselves. Turtle ornaments remind us of the security that hearth and home offer.

Dimensions: 1.25 X 2.25 X 1.5 (HxLxW)

The Snowman 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 frosting and candies started years ago and continues today as a favorite family activity.

Dimensions: 3.5 X 3.25 X 0.5 (HxLxW)

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 snowman!

Dimensions: 2.5 X 2.75 X 4.5 (HxLxW)

Standing in town squares, cathedrals and churches represent the heritage and culture of the people. Since glassblowers often created images that reflected their day-to-day lives, some ornaments were proudly styled after the lovely churches found in their own hometowns.

 

Dimensions: 4.25 X 3.25 X 2.5 (HxLxW)

Filled with information, books expand our knowledge and offer new insights. Through literature, books offer inspiration and excitement. They spark imagination and enrich our lives. This ornament makes a wonderful gift for any book lover or scholar.

Dimensions: 2.5 X 2.5 X 2.5 (HxLxW)

The Butterfly is a symbol of immortality. Since it evolves from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis, and then emerges as a butterfly from its cocoon, it represents the soul and the cycle of rebirth. A pair of butterflies signifies marital happiness.

Dimensions: 1.5 X 4.25 X 2.5 (HxLxW)

Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree, they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allowed to view the tree, they began searching for the pickle ornament because the first to find it would receive an extra gift from St. Nicholas for being the most observant child.

Dimensions: 3 X 1.25 X 1 (HxLxW)

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, even more so than a dog because they require less effort.

Dimensions: 1.75 X 2.25 X 4.25 (HxLxW)

The Vintage Woodland Collection from Old World was introduced to make the ornaments have that classic mercury look to them. This ornament is the little badger that is looking around waiting to be hung on your tree. It has a lightly frosted look and is made of blown glass and hand-painted.

This ornament will make a perfect gift for anyone that loves the natural look. Or hey maybe you have a friend that lives in Wisconsin, the home of the Badgers! Either way, it can be displayed all year long as it sits nicely on any flat surface.

Our little Western Bluebird with Clip is a symbol of happiness and fulfillment, as well as a reminder to be grateful for your many blessings! Bluebirds were once quite common, but are becoming more rarely seen. Take a moment to recall the beauty of birds with our adorable blown glass bluebird ornament!