Nutcrackers were first carved by commoners as a joke because it was considered fun to make a little wooden king or soldier do the menial work of cracking the tough nuts. Today, nutcrackers are often associated with the Christmas holidays due to their whimsical nature and the very popular Nutcracker Suite Ballet.

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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 morning and discovering a beautiful pair of skates under the tree? This ornament makes a fun gift for anyone who loves to skate.

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Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, The Nutcracker Suite, tells the story of Clara, who is given a nutcracker for Christmas. She falls asleep and dreams it has come to life. After a battle with the Mouse King, Clara and her Nutcracker Prince travel through a snowy forest to the magical Kingdom of Sweets where they meet the lovely Sugar Plum Fairy.

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One of the most classic and well-known poems of Christmastime, "The Night Before Christmas," has been read to children for almost 200 years! Gather around the fire with a cup of cocoa and recite it together. "Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house..."

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Please note, this item is a collection replacement ornament and does not include a story tag.Cabins and cottages, nestled in villages and throughout the countryside, often represent the heritage and culture of the glassblowers. This little Lake Cabin ornament serves as a reminder of all the special times spent by the lake. They say that if you are lucky enough to spend time at a cabin, you are truly lucky!

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Please note, this item is a collection replacement ornament and does not include a story tag.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.

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Please note, this item is a collection replacement ornament and does not include a story tag.Angels are thought to be our link to God and heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace, and love, angels are a comforting presence. Glassblowers often created angel ornaments with the sweet, cherubic faces of their own daughters, depicting their vision of a beautiful angel.

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Big Red Sock Stocking Company has a small hole on its underside designed to borrow a standard bulb from your Christmas tree to light up the cottage. Upon lighting your cottage, you will immediately discover the first of many secrets, the beautifully crafted scene inside. How many stockings can you find? Looks like there is a chunk of coal hidden, hopefully the gingerbread men find it before it makes it into a stocking.

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After arriving in Bethlehem and finding no room at the inn, the weary couple, Mary and Joseph, spent the night in a stable. Baby Jesus was born and placed in the hay-filled manger instead of a cradle. The brightly shining star announced the blessed event - the first Christmas.

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Angels are thought to be our link to God and heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace, and love, angels are a comforting presence. Glassblowers often created angel ornaments with the sweet, cherubic faces of their own daughters, depicting their vision of a beautiful angel.

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Angels are thought to be our link to God and heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace, and love, angels are a comforting presence. Glassblowers often created angel ornaments with the sweet, cherubic faces of their own daughters, depicting their vision of a beautiful angel.

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