Hallmark "Always Remembered" Christmas Ornament, 2006

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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

2006

Creator Notes

Designed by Sue Tague of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.5319

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

front of ornament: I am / with you / because you / remember / me. back of ornament: (C) HMK. LIC. front of packaging: Hallmark / Keepsake / Always Remembered / CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT DECORATION DES FETES back of packaging: Always Remembered / I know I am still with you / in your prayers, your thoughts, your heart. / And though you cannot see me, / I will always be a part / of life's sweet celebrations / in those times when you reflect / on how, though things are different, / through our love, we still connect. / We'll see each other someday / when our spirits are all free, / until then, I am with you / because you remember me. / Sentiment on ornament: / I am with you because you remember me. / Sue Tague / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / HANDCRAFTED AND METAL side of packaging: (C) 2006 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG2673