Old World Christmas® Ornaments

North Carolina was one of the original 13 colonies and has been contributing greatness to the United States ever since its inception. The tar heel ...

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...

The Sugar Cookie ornament depicts one of the most anticipated traditions of the Christmas season the baking and eating of sweets! Creating elaborat...

On December 1, 1875, the beacon of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse filled in a previously dark mile gap along the North Carolina coast. To distin...

Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allowe...

Standing nearly 170 feet tall, this lighthouse is one of only a dozen brick tower lighthouses left in the US. Built in 1872 near Nags Head, NC, thi...

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse in Outer Banks, North Carolina is the oldest lighthouse in the state. It is also the smallest lighthouse on the Oute...

Standing 163 feet tall, the Cape Lookout Lighthouse sits along the southern shores of the Outer Banks. The checkered daymarks are intended not only...

During the holidays, children dream of sugarplums and holiday goodies. This Cupcake Cottage is a sweet fantasy where one might expect to see a Chri...

Lighthouses are sources of inspiration and comfort. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is the tallest in the nation and a symbol of North Carolina. Its l...

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...

In 17th century England people were not allowed to celebrate Christmas. So a candy-maker invented the candy cane. Shaped like a shepherd s crook to...

Quarter horses are a common horse breed in America. Exceptionally versatile, they are easy to train and are adopted as pets, compete in rodeo event...

Everyone's quintessential farm animal is now yours to keep at home!  Random assortment of black & white or tan pig will be provided when purch...

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

Here is the happiest piggy on the farm. Slathered from snout to tail in mud, this piggy encourages us to indulge and enjoy the splendid season. Pig...

This beautiful glass Celtic Brooch ornament blends several significant Irish symbols. Celtic Knots are believed to represent the intricacy of God's...

Blue Jays are noisy, fearless and energetic. They are talented in cleverly surviving with the least amount of effort. The crest on their heads symb...

Elephants are highly intelligent and sensitive creatures, hence the popular phrase An elephant never forgets. Elephants have strong emotional ties ...

Bears are symbols of strength and bravery, and none are more -fierce than a mother protecting her cubs. Most of the time, however, bears are gentle...

In the 1822 poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, Santa Claus traveled in a sleigh pulled by eight magical flying reindeer. This was inspired by the lege...

The famous red and white striped lighthouse on Hilton Head Island welcomes visitors year-round to climb to the observation deck. It boasts beautifu...

Each Christmas Eve Santa visits the houses of good boys and girls, delivering gifts to reward kind and obedient behaviors. Traditionally, each fami...

Alicorns stand out among unicorns because they have wings and the ability to fly. The alicorn still holds all the healing and magical powers of a u...

Oh, the shame of wearing a cone! Sometimes in life, even a dog is handed a hard moment and must wear the cone of shame. While it s not the most att...

A dragon is a serpentine legendary creature appearing in folklore around the world. To most, dragons live in the middle ages, flying and breathing ...

As good companions, cats are affectionate and intelligent, and also often independent. But as kittens they are frisky, friendly, and adorable. This...

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...

This dazzling snowflake ornament is sure to brighten your tree this holiday season. It radiates a beautiful mix of white and blue Winter warmth.

Inspired by the 1940s and 1950s, the Vintage Reflections Collection is made from blown glass and decorated to replicate the mercury finish of tradi...

Inspired by our favorite forest friends, the Vintage Woodland Collection is made from blown glass and decorated to replicate the mercury finish of ...

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...

Angels are thought to be our link to God and heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace, and love, angels are a comforting presence. Glassblowers often crea...

In 1941, Charles Scanlon received his patent on the bright orange traffic cones we know today. Besides their practical safety use on the roadways, ...

This cousin of the Largemouth Bass has many nicknames, including Smallie & Bronzeback; it is the most trout-like bass, and is an "ambush" preda...

Deck the halls with Hokies! This Virginia Tech Pennant Ornament is the perfect way to show your school spirit no matter what time of year it is. Bo...

Lite Brite lets you create art with light using design templates and bright, colorful pegs - then lights it up like a neon sign. Children have happ...

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...

When the lakes and ponds freeze over in the winter, one of the most popular activities is ice-skating. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas m...

One of the most popular team sports, Hockey was invented in the mid-1800s in Canada. Played on ice, it requires speed, strength, stamina, great ska...

Baseball has been exciting its fans for more than years. From the playground, to the high school field, to the ballpark stadium, baseball is one of...

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

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

Pack up, hit the road and explore! Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia and offers beautiful sights of fores...

Tchaikovsky s famous ballet, The Nutcracker Suite, tells the story of Clara, who is given a nutcracker for Christmas. She falls asleep and dreams i...

Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been our faithful friends. The King Charles Spaniel...

Unicorns are found in storybooks and tall tales from around the world, leading one to wonder if they really do exist. Living deep in the forest and...