Hallmark "Raggedy Ann & Andy: Sweet Memories" Christmas Ornaments, 2006
THF356308 / Hallmark "Raggedy Ann & Andy: Sweet Memories" Christmas Ornaments, 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 appealed to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes. In 1974, Hallmark began producing ornaments featuring Raggedy Ann and Andy--the mop-headed characters based on stories by Johnny Gruelle.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Christmas tree ornament
Date Made
2006
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by John Collin Francis 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
2019.65.6338
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of each ornament:
2006 / (C) & TM S&S Inc. / Lic. By U.M. / HMK. CDS.
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Raggedy / Ann & Andy / Sweet Memories / Raggedy Ann & Andy / 2 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS 2 DECORATIONS DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Sweet Memories / Raggedy Ann & Andy / When Raggedy Ann and Andy show up with sugar-sticky / faces, you know they've had a memorable adventure! They / never turn a toe until they hear the door shut and all the "real / for sure folks" are out of sight. Then it's time to lead their friends / in all the fun they can imagine. With their matching "cheery / smiles" and "shoe-button eyes," Raggedy Ann and Andy have / charmed their way into the hearts of children for generations. / With the introduction of "Raggedy Ann Stories" in 1918 and / "Raggedy Andy Stories" in 1920, Johnny Gruelle published a / new book of "Raggedy" adventures every year for 20 years. / Their adventures will always continue in the imagination of / children who love them. / John "Collin" Francis / 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
on bottom of packaging:
(C) Simon & Schuster, Inc. Licensed by United Media. / Raggedy Ann and Andy and associated characters are / trademarks of Simon & Schuster, Inc. / www.raggedyannbooks.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI6283
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