Christmas Ornaments may be traced back to the 1800's. The earliest Christmas Tree decorations were fruits and nuts. Later, paper streamers, and shiny foil. As the decorated Christmas Tree spread various countries had different variations. Germany stood out perhaps with their glass ornaments that were massed produced. One of the first American mass merchandisers, F.W.Woolworth, began importing German glass ornaments into this country in the 1880s.
Teleflora's Ruby Swirl Ornament Bouquet is a delightful gift that’s perfect for everyone on your list. Gracefully decorated with swirls of red velvet and gemstones, the oversized ceramic ornament jar is gorgeous filled with flowers, candy — or nothing at all. To continue the ornament tradition order this special Teleflora Bouquet by visiting our website, calling our store 706-796-1579, or stopping by our shop today.
To read more about the history of Christmas ornaments check out The Social History of Christmas Ornamnets.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
History of Christmas Ornaments
Monday, December 8, 2008
Legend of the Silver Pinecone
There once was a poor family who didn't have enough food for their children. One day the mother decided to go into the forest in search of pinecones to sell to get money for food. When the mother finally reached the forest and began looking for pinecones she heard a mysterious voice say, "Why are you stealing my pinecones?" Suddenly an elf appeared beside her. She explained her sad situation to the elf. The elf told the woman to go into the next forest where the pinecones were better. The woman hesitantly listened to the elf walked the long way to the next forest. By the time she got there she was very tired so she sat against a large tree. Just then dozens of pinecones began falling to the ground around her. The woman joyfully gatherer the pinecones into her basket until it was full and then began the long journey home. Once she arrived at her doorstep she looked into her basket. She was delighted to discover that all the pinecones ha turned silver. Her family would never go hungry again!
According to European legend having the Silver PInecone in your home will bring good luck into your household The bouquet makes a stunning holiday centerpiece an is the perfect way to send this beautiful silver pinecone keepsake. Later it can be displayed on a dresser, desk or fireplace to bring good fortune into the home for years to come. To order this special Teleflora Bouquet Visit our website, call our store 706-796-1579, or stop by our shop today.
