Crown of Royalty

Crown of Royalty Christmas Ornament

36127 Introduced 2010

Crown made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 3"

The Crown has long been a symbol of royalty that traditionally represents power, legitimacy, victory and honor. This glass Crown of Royalty ornament makes a great gift for someone you want to homor as a princess, Queen for a day, Prince among men or King of his castle!

Toothpaste and Toothbrush - Can't get a more unique ornament than that!

Toothpaste and Brush

Whimsical tube of toothpaste and toothbrush. Great keepsake ornament! Made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 4 1/2"

Encourage or reward a good dental check-up with this whimsical glass ornament.

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My My Blueberry Pie!

 

Blueberry Pie New for 2010

Blueberries are one of the few fruits native to North America, making blueberry pie a truly American dessert. To show off the colorful filling, the pie is often made with a lattice crust. THe crust looks like basket weaving with its fancy, sugar frosted criss-crosses.

Add to your Vegetable collection! A Bunch of Carrots!

 

Bunch of Carrots 28089 New for 2010

Lovely vegetable ornament, bunch of green topped carrots. Made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 4 3/4"

The glass Carrots ornament is truly a decoration that can bring a tear to an old woman's eye. Long ago carrot ornaments were very popular as traditional gifts for brides. They were believed to bring the bride good luck in the kitchen.

Lucky Ladybug

 

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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 of thousands of beetles. The bugs were named to honor Mary, "Our Lady," and so they were called Ladybugs.

  

Teacher's Apple

 

36128 Teacher's Apple

A beautiful, ripe apple is a traditional gift to a favorite teacher. It started years ago in New England when teachers were usually paid in foodstuffs. This glass apple, perched on a stack of books, makes a perfect thank you gift or keepsake for a special teacher.

I Wanna Redo February! I Missed Something!!

February 22 "National Margarita Day"

 

Margarita 32088 New for 2010

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 and the bartender who created the drink in her memory. February 22 is National Margarita Day.

Princesses have Arrived!

Old World Christmas Princess in Three Colors 10179

 

"Once upon a time......" and "they lived happily ever after......" are thrilling and familiar phrases in fairy tales. Kings, queens, princes and princesses inhabit these enchanting stories. What imaginative little girl hasn't dreamed of being a Princess herself? Honor dreams with this special keepsake.

 

Walter Rabbit

 

12250 Walter Rabbit

The Rabbit is a very shy and frail animal. Having no natural means of protecting itself, the rabbit is therefore dependent on the kindness of man and other animals for its survival. At Christmastime the rabbit represents the renewal of this faith in others to provide guidance, protection and kindness.

Caboose

 

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Trains are often associated with Christmas since many children are first introduced to toy trains then. The use of cabooses on trains began in the 1830s to house conductors and serve as their offices. Many were decorated inside with homey touches, including curtains and family photos.

Chocolate Chip Cookie

 

32143 Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Chocolate Chip Cookie was accidentally invented in 1930 by Ruth Wakefield in Massachusetts. She was trying to make an all chocolate cookie, but the pieces of chopped chocolate she added did not melt into the dough - the Chocolate Chip cookie was born! Today it is the most popular cookie in the U. S. with over 7 billion eaten annually! Wait! That doesn't count the ones consumed by my grandchildren....make that 7.1 billion))) 

Only $5.99! Would you like a half dozen? Dozen? 

The Original Toll House Cookie Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) Toll House Chocolate Chips
  
• 1 cup chopped nuts

Directions

PREHEAT oven to 375° F.

COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.

BAKE for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. 

 

Jumping Frog

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Frogs have long denoted good luck in business. Since a frog only travels forward, he is always progressing and as such he represents a prosperous future. So a frog ornament is often given as a gift at graduations, weddings, or to someone beginning a new business venture.

Lil' Cowpoke

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This little guy is ready to ride the range - even it if means on his stock horse. He's wearing his cowboy hat, boots and chaps and is ready to rope and ride! This little buckaroo looks like he could be at home on the range on on the Christmas tree!

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Gecko Christmas Ornament 12331 Introduced 2010

Lizard ornaments in orange/gold or green. Decorated with glittered spots, creamy yellowish belly. Made of mouth blown, hand painted glass, measures approximately 4 1/4"

Geckos are almost universally regarded as a sign of good luck and they are welcomed into homes where they feed on insects. The traditional gecko circle is a symbol of keeping one eye on the past while focusing the other on the future.

 

and.....popular spokesperson....spokesanimal? spokesreptile? for Geico Insurance)))

Rattlesnake Christmas Ornament

Rattlesnake Christmas Ornament

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The Rattlesnake is positively identified by the jointed rattle on its tail and has a poisonous bite. The snake has a wide variety of connotations in cultures around the world. Although a coiled snake with its tail in its mouth symbolizes eternity, a coiled rattlesnake means danger!

Donkey Christmas Ornament

Donkey Christmas Ornament

12312 Merck Family Old World Christmas

Introduced 2010

Made of mouth blown, hand painted glass, measures approximately 3 x 3 1/2"

The Donkey signifies patience, courage, meekness and gentleness. According to Christian legends, donkeys originally had unmarked hides, but after Palm Sunday, when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the back of a kind donkey, they all received the mark of the cross on their back as a reminder of their service.

Glistening Walnut

Glistening Walnut Christmas Ornament

28095 Merck Family's Old World Christmas Introduced 2010

Walnut ornament made of mouth blown, hand painted glass. Measures approximately 1 3/4"

Walnuts were frequently part of early Christmas celebrations. Tiny candles stick in walnut shells were set afloat in a pan of water. The little boy's candle that burned the longest would have the lonest life. The girl's candle that stood upright the longest would have the best husband.

Unforgettable Camping Trip?

Have one of those unforgettable camping, fishing or hiking trips? Here's some great keepsake ornaments that fit the bill to keep these happy (or not so happy) memories alive forever!

 

44057 Campfire

 

44056 Dome Tent

44053 Hiker's Backpack 

  

44062 Fishing Reel

"Gone Fishing" are an angler's favorite words. However fishing isn't just the thrill of a tight line with a strong fish on, but a sport that teaches us patience, respect for the environment and insight into the value of life. The Fly-Fishing Reel ornament is a great gift for any fisherman.

 

44037 Fishing Creel

"Gone Fishing" are an angler’s favorite words. Fishing isn’t just the thrill of a tight line with a fish on however. It is a sport that teaches patience, respect for the environment and the value of life. With the advent of "catch and release," the Fishing Creel for holding the day’s catch is hardly used.

They're Here!!

Over 6,000 Old World Christmas ornaments arriving tomorrow! Hundreds of the new styles! It's going to be so exciting to see them for the first time.....it's like having Christmas all year long!

 

Walter Rabbit

For a quick look at the new Old World Christmas ornaments coming in, check out Trendy Tree

Customer Comments on Cherry Pie

Julie P, New Jersey on February 24th 2010

Pros: Too bad there are no more than 5 stars for this! It needs 10! Oh my GOSH! This is SO real it will have your family begging you to make a REAL one and after looking at this on the tree for a few days my family did! It's THAT realistic! I never knew there were GORGEOUS ornaments like this! I have searched for YEARS and found only plastic/glass poorly made and the reality factor left much to be desired! Hand blown with the Merck Family pride and handed down through the decades to each new generation! I am FIRMLY HOOKED on Old World Christmas and the Trendy Tree site! Stop looking for breathtaking heirloom quality tree decor, it's HERE!! There is NO WHERE BETTER! Trust me, I have spent 6 years searching and was thrilled to find this wonderful business. AWESOME family to deal with! I had a special need and Mrs. Jeannie Pence came through with an unexpected REAL TREAT of honest,old fashioned personalized customer service, the likes of which I have not seen in many, many years.

Cons: NONE!

Customer Comments on Ice Cream Cone

Julie P. New Jersey on February 24th 2010

Pros: This ice cream is a gentle reminder of days gone by for me. I bought it for my 3 1/2 yr. old granddaughter as a "You are special to me" because it is her NEVER fail love, love, love combination on a cone. Well even tho I LOVE Old World's Ornaments- I was NOT expecting the SUPERB coloring and craftsmanship that I unwrapped!! This pic is wonderful. Waaayy better than any other site would do and Ive looked! But folks- you have to SEE this in person to believe it! I SO WISH there were other combos in this cone because I would buy EVERY ONE! I really don't know how I am going to bring myself to put this away until next year and I might very well not! Trust me, its THAT GORGEOUS! All your childhood summertime "I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream (!)dreams come to life in this breathtaking and deliciously charming, sparkling strawberry/vanilla treat!

Cons: None! Grab yourself a little piece of your sweet Summer childhood days gone by! You won't be sorry!

Upstate NY Lady on January 25th 2010

Pros: This double dip won't melt on your hand but it might melt your heart with the happy memories it brings. Great details and sparkling too. The cone looks amazing. Add this to a kitchen collection for year round enjoyment. High quality.

The Lion and The Lamb

Weather Folklore: If March comes in like a Lion, it leaves like a Lamb.

 

The Lion and the Lamb

In the Bible it is said that when Jesus returns to Earth, the world will be peaceful and all who were enemies will live together in harmony, even the animals. The powerful lion will lay down with the gentle lamb, and love and serenity will reign on Earth.

 

Springtime Lamb

New for 2010 and arriving next week!

New Old World Christmas Ornaments set to arrive this month!

We're eagerly awaiting the arrival of shipments of Old World Christmas ornaments set to start this month! We have 127 new styles for this year coming in to add to our already huge collection of Old World ornaments. Our Old World Christmas collection is our largest group of ornaments and continues to grow each year!

46040 Zeppelin  

46034 Personal Watercraft

Conversation Hearts

Need a way to break the ice? Who doesn't remember their first conversation heart either pressed into the hand with a shy smile or a box with an attached Valentine)))

For more than a century, the makers of NECCO Sweethearts Conversation Hearts have come up with some of the sweetest ways of saying "I love you." Every Valentine''s Day the company presents new messages on the tiny colored hearts that have been a holiday tradition since the Civil War.

Be Mine!

Hearts have long been associated with love and Valentine''s Day. This little glass heart ornament seems to ask sweetly, "Will you be mine?"

Red heart shaped Christmas ornament wtih pink, black and white details, "Be Mine" written on the back. Perfect keepsake for your Valentine. Special sale price of $6.50!

Happy Heart!

 

Large Shiny Red Heart!

Large Matte Red Heart

Inside Art Ornaments on Sale at Trendy Tree!

Inside Art ornaments on sale at Trendy Tree! Check it out for some great savings on a very unique ornaments!

The intricate art of painting on the inside of glass bottles and ornaments began centuries ago in China. Through a tiny opening, skilled artists delicately paint the details of images, thereby preserving the poetry of daily life. Depending on its intricacy, one ornament can take up to several weeks to complete.

All Inside Art ornaments by Old World Christmas are now retired.

Beary Merry

Ambulance

One of the unique features of collectible ornaments created by Old World Christmas, is their use of everyday items, ideas, themes that most people are familiar with on a daily basis. A good example of this is the Ambulance ornament introduced 2009.

An ambulance is a vehicle used to transport ill or injured people. It contains life-support equipment and is staffed with well-trained medical personnel, so patients receive specialized care while being transported to the hospital.

A Most Unusual Christmas Ornament!

Rattlesnake New for 2010!

Contrary to popular myth, rattlesnakes are not deaf. In fact, the structure of their inner ears is very much like that of other reptiles. They do, however, lack external ears. Sound (whether from air or ground vibration) is transmitted to the snake's inner ear via bone and muscle

Foal - New for 2010!

"Foal" new for 2010 from Old World. Great addition to your animal collection. Especially nice for a baby gift or small child. Nothing sweeter than baby animals! See our new 2010 ornaments on Trendy Tree! Be sure to bookmark Trendy Tree and check back frequently....we're adding new ornaments every day!

Collegiate Christmas Ornaments!

The Merck Family's Old World Christmas now offers it's officially licensed collegiate glass ornament collection!

This January, the company that revitalized the art of fine glass ornaments when it reintroduced figural glass ornaments to the United States in 1979, will unveil an extensive line of collegiate keepsakes. Just like it's traditional line of glass ornaments, these collegiate pieces offer exceptional quality, selection and value for students, fans and alumni everywhere.

LSU - University of Arkansas - University of Alabama - Auburn University - University of California - Clemson University  - Florida State University - University of Georgia - University of Colorado - Georgia Institute of Technology - University of Kansas - University of Illinois - University of Kentucky - University of Louisville - Kansas State University - University of Maryland - University of Michigan - University of Miami - University of Minnesota - University of Nebraska - University of Missouri - University of Oklahoma - Oklahoma State University - University of Oregon - Purdue University  - Oregon  State University - University of South Carolina - Stanford University - University of Tennessee - University of Texas - Texas Tech University - University of Washington - University of Virginia - Washington State University - University of West Virginia - University of Wisconsin

Cruise Ship in People Magazine!

Be sure to check out the Cruise Ship ornament featured in People Magazine's December Holiday Issue! The article used Christmas ornaments from every state.....and the Cruise Ship from Pence Christmas Tree Farm was chosen for Mississippi!

Newly Retired!

Retired list from Old World Christmas to be published soon!!

Also I've had a peek at the new 2010 ornaments and they are gorgeous! More goodies like Chocolate Chip Cookies, Margaritas, Fruits and Veggies.......more animals and dogs........backpacks, toothbrush and toothpaste! Can't wait to get the photos posted!