Celebrate365 … a journal for the ornament enthusiast

It’s been an incredibly fun and festive Halloween season here at Celebrate365! In fact, we’ve had so much fun we just don’t want to see it draw to a close. So … we have PRIZES! Artists, designers and advertisers have generously donated a treasure trove of goodies. If you like pieces signed by the artist, [...]

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Take a Stroll Down Trick or Treat Street … You could win! Visit these three folk artist sites for a change to win! These three folk artists are hosting a blog prize give-away to kick off the Halloween season. Worth a visit? You bet! So, take a look! Sept 16th: Visit one last time and [...]

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AmericasMart, Atlanta – Day 2 We completed work in the Radko showroom today. That’s one down! I’m still working on those photos so you’ll have to be patient. As I mentioned previously, this year’s line is much more focused and shows a restrained hand with fewer colors, less glitter and  less “doo-dads”. I was impressed! [...]

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I’ll be in Atlanta during the huge wholesale market this week and next. This is the spot where many ornament manufacturers debut their new collections each year. Today, I made quick stops at most of the permanent European glass showrooms. Tomorrow, I will begin note-taking and photographing styles to feature in the spring issue of [...]

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David Stand is offering Celebrate365 readers an opportunity to participate in his 2010 collection. This special dated ornament needs a catchy name.Here is a look at the first clay sculpt of a new 2010 ornament. You are seeing a pair of snowmen on an old-fashioned railroad handcar. Here are the details of the decorative elements [...]

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