Hallmark "Celebration Barbie" Christmas Ornament, 2008

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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

2008

Creator Notes

Designed by Patricia Andrews of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.6429

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: BARBIE(R) B COLLECTION / (C) Mattel / 2008 / Hallmark Cards, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / BARBIE(R) B COLLECTOR / Celebration Barbie TM Ornament / Special 2008 Edition / Inspired by the Barbie(R) Holiday TM Doll / christmas ornament decoration de noel on back of packaging: Celebration Barbie TM Ornament / Special 2008 Edition / Inspired by the Barbie(R) Holiday TM Doll / All eyes will be on BarbieTM, waltzing into the holiday / gathering dressed in the most incredible gown ever! / The bejeweled lace top sets off the lovely lines of a / drop-waist skirt with three silvery pleated tiers, while / a shimmering organza ribbon encircles the waist. / A glittering bracelet and earrings add to this vision / in silver, as Barbie TM brings glitz and glamour to the / ballroom. / Patricia Andrews / 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 fabric - dated 2008 on bottom of packaging: BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, / and used under license from, Mattel, Inc. / (C) 2008 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI2261
Hallmark "Celebration Barbie" Christmas Ornament, 2008