Hallmark "Waddles" Christmas Ornament, 2001
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Artifact Overview
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Christmas tree ornament
Date Made
2001
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Sharon Visker of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.3317
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
String (Fiber product)
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Waddles / DECORATION DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Known for their homespun / charm and amazing durability, / handcrafted wooden toys have / been enchanting children around / the world for centuries. This / Keepsake Ornament is reminiscent / of a time not so long ago, when / special playthings were built to / last and the fondest of childhood / memories were those fashioned / by hand. / Designed by / Sharon Visker / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Wood - Dated 2001
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
Mfd. for and (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX8952
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