Hallmark "The Merry Bakers: Hugh" 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 Tammy Haddix of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.5330

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

bottom of ornament: 2006 / (C) 2006 HMK. LIC. front of packaging: Hallmark / Keepsake / Hugh / The Merry Bakers / Christmas Ornament Decoration des Fetes back of packaging: Hugh / The Merry Bakers / The Merry Bakers make the season extra special with their special / recipe for Christmas cheer! The Bakers love to mix their special / talents with a pinch of love and a dash of generosity, watching joy / rise in the hearts of all who receive their kindness. Each has a / specialty that helps make your baking--and your holiday--come / out exactly right. / Hugh's job is to give every batch of frosting that festive color that / makes the season bright. He loves all colors, by Hugh is never / blue--because he loves his fun friends and joyful job. With his / artistic skills, Hugh can change a humdrum day into a brilliant one / with just a drop of holiday happiness. He can always be depended / on to share a colorful story...and a smile! / Tammy Haddix / 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 - DATED 2006 bottom of packaging: (C) 2006 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QP1756
Hallmark "The Merry Bakers: Hugh" Christmas Ornament, 2006