Friday, April 30, 2010

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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. Foxes are adaptable and opportunistic, but are also family-oriented, often forming life-long attachments when raising their young.

Thursday, April 29, 2010

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Sunday, April 25, 2010

The Acorn Squash - New for 2010

Acorn Squash 28090 New for 2010

The Acorn Squash is native to North America and is believed to be the first food cultivated by Native Americans. As its name suggests, this winter squash is shaped like an acorn. Easy to buy or grown, and delicious to eat, it is one of the most popular squashes.

The seeds of the squash are eaten, usually after being toasted. Acorn squash is most commonly baked, but can also be microwaved, sauteed, and steamed.*Wikipedia*





Sunday, April 18, 2010

Old World Christmas Piano and Bass Drum Shown in Four Christmases Movie!


Every Christmas happily unmarried Brad and Kate escape divorced parents and exasperating relatives by getting on a plane. This year the airport shuts down and the couple is forced to celebrate four family Christmases in one hectic, hilarious day. Can Brad and Kate's relationship survive Four Christmases? Starring Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon.
 Upright Piano in Black 38017

At the end of the movie, closeup of a Christmas is shown during the credits and we noticed several Christmas ornaments that we have in stocked had been used on the tree! Two were the Bass Drum and Black Upright Piano. See if you can spot them when you watch the movie!
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Saturday, April 17, 2010

Old World Christmas Eagle Mascot Christmas Ornament New for 2010

44055 Eagle Mascot Christmas Ornament New for 2010

Eagle Mascot Christmas Ornament
44055 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Eagle dressed in red jersey and blue pants, ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 4 1/2"
As powerful birds of prey, Eagles are symbols of authority, strength, victory and pride - making them a favorite choice as a mascot. Costumed mascots often serve as community goodwill ambassadors for their team, company or organization.

Old World Christmas Hiker's Back Pack Ornament New for 2010


44053 Hiker's Back Pack Christmas Ornament New for 2010

Hiker's Back Pack Christmas Ornament
44053 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Backpack ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3"
 
Hiking is a popular outdoor activity enjoyed around the world. It is a fun, healthy way to explore and enjoy the scenery while experiencing nature. This glass Hiker's Back Pack ornament makes a great gift for any hiking enthusiast or outdoorsman.

Race Car Santa Old World Christmas Ornament New for 2010

40182 Race Car Santa New for 2010

Race Car Santa Christmas Ornament
40182 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Santa in his shiny red and green race car. Ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3 1/2" x 5"

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. He became the jolly man clad in red - the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. Often early printed Christmas postcards featured Santa making his rounds in "new-fangled" modes of transportation, like a vintage race car!

Old World Christmas Old Glory American Flag Ornament New for 2010


Old Glory 36131 New for 2010
Old Glory Christmas Ornament
36130 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

American Flag Christmas ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 4 1/2"

In 1772, the Continental Congress passed the Flag Act: "Resolved, that the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new Constellation." This flag is sometimes called the "Betsy Ross flag" after a Philadelphia seamstress.


 Research conducted by the Smithsonian National Museum of America History notes that the story of Betsy Ross making the first American flag for General George Washington entered into American consciousness about the time of the 1876 Centennial celebrations. *Wikipedia*

Old World Christmas Police Badge Ornament New for 2010


Police Badge Christmas Ornament 36129 New for 2010

Police Badge Christmas Ornament
36129 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Gold Police badge ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3 3/4" Front of ornament has Support Our Police, back of ornament "God Bless America" written in blue glitter. Front and back shown.


The Police badge is recognized as a symbol of authority, and to the officers who wear it, it also represents their dedication and pride in providing public safety and service. Each department has its own badge, but many share similar symbols like the eagle, which denotes a strong and protective presence.

Badge of the Port Authority of NY and NJ Police Department 
*Wikipedia





Garden Sunflower Christmas Ornament New for 2010


36124 Garden Sunflower New for 2010

Garden Sunflower Christmas Ornament

36124 Merck Family's Old World Christmas

Introduced 2010

Golden sunflower with green leaf details and ladybug. Made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3" Front and back shown.

With its bright golden color and ray-like petals, the Sunflower is a symbol of the sun and signifies nobility. In China it represents longevity and is considered magical. In Christian love, it serves as a sign of God's love.
The sunflower is the state flower of the US state of Kansas.

To grow well, sunflowers need full sun. They grow best in fertile, moist, well-drained soil with a lot of mulch. In commercial planting, seeds are planted 45 cm (1.5 ft) apart and 2.5 cm (1 in) deep. Sunflower "whole seed" (fruit) are sold as a snack food, after roasting in ovens with or without salt added. Sunflowers can be processed into a peanut butter alternative, sunbutter.  *Wikipedia




Powersaw Christmas Ornament New for 2010

Powersaw 32146 New for 2010

Power Saw Christmas Ornament
32146 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Power Saw or chainsaw style Christmas ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3 1/2"

The Powersaw is a basic found in most every tool box. From construction sites to home projects, they are a true necessity. This beautiful glass Powersaw ornament makes a great gift for a favorite builder, craftsman or carpenter.





Screwdriver Christmas Ornament New for 2010

Screwdriver 32140 New for 2010

Screwdriver Christmas Ornament
32140 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Tool style Christmas ornament, red, black and silver flat head style screwdriver made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 4 1/4"

The Screwdriver is a basic found in most every tool box. From construction sites to home projects, they are a true necessity. This beautiful glass Screwdriver ornament makes a great gift for a favorite builder, craftsman or carpenter.





Tiara New for 2010



Tiara Christmas Ornament
32137 Merck Family's Old World Christmas
Introduced 2010

Tiara or crown style ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 2 1/2"

A Tiara is a crown associated with royalty, glamorous and power. Today, it is frequently used to "crown" the winner of a beauty pageant. Sometimes a bride will wear a tiara as a part of her bridal attire to symbolize timeless elegance, dignity and romantic love.







Display your Christmas Ornaments in Floral Arrangements all Year Long!


A decorative way to display your collection of ornaments all year long is to mix in your ornaments with floral arrangement or centerpiece. This deep red Canadian Maple Leaf ornament can be positioned in your arrangement by using small wooden dowel or plush stems from the craft store. The cap can be removed by gently squeezing the round prong and pulling out. Wooden or stem that will fit the ornament can be secured with a bit of tape and covered with raffia or other ribbon. Or, you can leave the crown on and use plush pipe cleaners to secure to your arrangement and cover this with ribbon or raffia. It just depends on how you want to position your ornament.

If you ever lose the crown for your ornament, just let us know. We keep all our extras from broken ornaments. We would be happy to send you one.

Friday, April 16, 2010

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Saturday, April 10, 2010

Shepherds New for 2010

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The Shepherds ornament reminds us of Christ's birth in a manger in a lowly stable in Bethlehem. Upon learning of Jesus' birth from the angels, the awe-struck shepherds hastened to the stable to worship the newborn King.

Fuzzy Caterpillar New or 2010


Evolving from an egg and ultimately emerging from a chrysalis as a butterfly, the Caterpillar is the middle stage of metamorphosis. Caterpillars represent the power of transformation and symbolize the courage to step into the unknown.

Panther New for 2010


Panther 12313 New for 2010

Panther is a common name applied to leopards, pumas, and other big, wild roaring cats. They are solitary hunters that may only eat once a week and sleep as much as 18 hours a day. Panters are admired for their agility, cunning and strength.

Old English Sheepdog New for 2010


Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Old English Sheepdogs are gentle, friendly smart and protecting making them great family pets and guardians. Serving as faithful companions, they enjoy the status as "man's best friend."

Spring Decorating Idea

Suspend your favorite Spring Christmas ornaments from your dining room chandelier or affix to a plain green wreath to display your favorite keepsakes all year long.
Garden Sunflower 35124 New for 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Statue of Liberty New for 2010



*Taken from Wikipedia*
The Statue of Liberty represents a woman wearing a stola, a radiant crown and sandals, trampling a broken chain, carrying a torch in her raised right hand and a tabula ansata, where the date of the Declaration of Independence JULY IV MDCCLXXVI is inscribed, in her left arm. Standing on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, it welcomes visitors, immigrants, and returning Americans traveling by ship.

The statue is made of a sheathing of pure copper, hung on a framework of steel (originally puddled iron) with the exception of the flame of the torch, which is coated in gold leaf (originally made of copper and later altered to hold glass panes). It stands atop a rectangular stonework pedestal with a foundation in the shape of an irregular eleven-pointed star. The statue is 151 ft (46 m) tall, but with the pedestal and foundation, it is 305 ft (93 m) tall.

Worldwide, the Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable icons of the United States. For many years it was one of the first glimpses of the United States for millions of immigrants and visitors after ocean voyages from around the world.

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Riverboat

46020 Riverboat New for 2010
Paddlewheel Riverboats remind us of Mark Twain's Huckleberry Finn and a time when goods were most easily moved on rivers. With the invention of the steam engine, paddlewheel boats could travel against the current, providing reliable and comfortable transportation for both people and goods.

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