Christmas

The unofficial start of autumn is when coffee shops begin serving the much-adored pumpkin spice latte. The delicious blend of warm spices creates a...

Pickleball is a wonderful recreation game that can be played at nearly every age! Created as a backyard game, the family dog, Pickles, kept running...

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...

The Tomato, also known as a love apple is as popular to grow and eat as it is decorative. Years ago, its beautiful red and green colors made it a n...

Imagine waking on Christmas morning to find that dear old Santa Claus has left the most precious gift, a Golden Puppy! Man's best friend is a belov...

Blackberries are lovely edible soft fruit. The sweet fruit grows on a prickly, thorny shrub that grows extensively if not maintained. Picking black...

This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured...

Jolly St. Nick is ready to kick COVID to the curb by getting his vaccine. Santa and his team of elves are ready to return to their traditional Chri...

This Hen on Nest ornament is a beautiful symbol of the warmth and safety of home, farm, and family. This adorable chicken Christmas tree ornament w...

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 ...

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 wi...

Hearts have long been associated with love and Valentine s Day. The heart is also a symbol of the love of Christ, whose birth is celebrated at Chri...

Pearls are naturally, but rarely, created in oysters. They symbolize something rare, fine, admirable and valuable. Most fine jewelry is created fro...

Christmas is the greatest season of joy each year. Families and friends gather to share joy, laughter and cheerfulness. As you hang the JOY ornamen...

Golf, as we know it, was first played with a leather-covered ball stuffed with goose feathers. In the early 1900s the golf ball evolved into the fo...

Dachshunds, also known as wiener dogs due to their long build and short legs, were bred for below ground work. They are affectionate, clever and co...

5K road running competitions are popular around the world. For many, completing a 5K is the attainment of a goal and sparks a desire to run in long...

This glass Football ornament makes a great gift for any sports enthusiast. It was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solu...

Santa works very hard and has a really big job. Every once in a while, however, he likes to take a vacation. Since the North Pole is cold and snowy...

Despite their name and reputation, hermit crabs are social creatures and can live together in pairs or groups. A hermit crab s reputation is known ...

Welsh Corgis are one of the oldest breeds of dog, and have long been used for herding. Loyal, fun-loving, confident and intelligent, they are easil...

Inaugurated on May 27, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge spans the entrance to San Francisco Bay. When completed, it was the world's longest and tallest...

Tyrannosaurus rex, or T. rex, comes from Greek and Latin words meaning "tyrant lizard king." It was a large, fierce, and carnivorous dinosaur that ...

Many years ago, Chinese emperors kept rare animals within their palace gardens, and the most treasured were the pandas. The Chinese poet Bai Joyo w...

Since bats live in caves, which were seen as the entrance to the netherworld, they were thought to be immortal. Western belief associates the bat w...

Owls are symbols of wisdom because they look so serious and thoughtful. Since they can see in the dark, they represent seeing through the darkness ...

This little Western Bluebird with Clip is a symbol of happiness and fulfillment, as well as a reminder to be grateful for the blessings in life! Bl...

Did you know a horseshoe crab is not a crab, but more closely related to spiders? These bottom-dwelling coastal creatures have a fascinating anatom...

Celebrate the special talents of the artist with this beautiful glass ornament. It was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot...

Gardens sustain us with their delicious bounty of fruits, herbs and vegetables. They heal us with medicinal plants and inspire us by providing beau...

The Taco is a traditional food in Mexico and is very popular in the United States too. Consisting of a folded corn tortilla filled with any variety...

Like so many other animals in the ocean, there is much left to learn about the red squid. The ocean feels like a vast world with so many unknowns a...

The beautiful Alpine Rainbow Trout is found in high elevation lakes that often require hiking to reach. Fishing isn't just the thrill of a tight li...

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

Rowing, also called crew, is a sport dating back to Ancient Egypt. Athletes synchronize their movements to race other groups as they paddle across ...

Drive, chip and putt your way to a merry Christmas. The game of golf requires strength, finesse and dedication to achieve success. The putting gree...

Sweetly spicy and flavorful Pumpkin pie is a traditional and favorite dessert at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. Rich, ripe orange pumpkins are ...

This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally...

Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been faithful friends and workmates, even giving th...

In the well-known children's story, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the grinning Cheshire Cat teases Alice with his riddles, provoking her curios...

Unicorns are highly sought-after mythical creatures similar to horses with a spiral horn on the forehead. Unicorns are a symbol of purity and grace...

In many Native American cultures the fox is thought to be wise, due to its cunning nature. It is also considered a trickster for the same reason. F...

The Trinity Knot has been used by Christians as a sign of the Blessed Trinity Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Since the 19th century, it is especially...

The champagne flute is designed specifically for this bubbly beverage. Champagne emits 30 bubbles a second! The tall glass flutes evolved to help m...

The burrito is a traditional food in Mexico and is very popular in the United States too. A tortilla filled with rice, beans, meat, cheese and vege...

As good companions, cats are affectionate and intelligent, but also independent. This is interpreted as cats having regal dispositions. An old Engl...

Hockey is played around the world and is an Olympic event. This widely known and popular sport has been played in North America since the late 1800...

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream abou...