Hallmark "Celebration Barbie Series" Christmas Ornament, 2006

01

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

Object ID

2019.65.6330

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on bottom of ornament: Barbie TM / COLLECTIBLES / (C) Mattel / 2006 / Hallmark Card, Inc. / 7 on front of packaging: SERIES EDITION / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Barbie TM / COLLECTIBLES / Celebration BARBIE TM Ornament / Special 2006 Edition / Inspired by the Holiday TM Barbie (R) doll designed by Bob Mackie / CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT DECORATION DES FETES on back of the packaging: Seventh in the Series. Look for 7 on this ornament. / Celebration BARBIE TM Ornament / Special 2006 Edition / The 2006 Holiday TM Barbie (R) doll continues a well-loved / tradition of festive glamour. With this sophisticated / wintertime look--the second ensemble created for Barbie TM / by renowned designer Bob Mackie--Barbie TM is sure to be / the star of any celebration! This carefully crafted ornament / faithfully captures Barbie TM at the snowcapped summit of / fashion in full-length black gown trimmed with luxurious / white faux fur. Golden glitter flourishes and jewel-like stars / give the gown just the right touch of color and sparkle. / Top it all off with a matching tiara, gold drop earrings, and / svelte black clutch purse, and Barbie TM is ready to make an / entrance that will leave fellow holiday revelers as breathless / as a crisp December breeze! / 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. / HANDCRATED - DATED 2006 on bottom of packaging: BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are / owned by, and used under license from, Mattel, Inc. / (C) Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / www.barbie.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2393
Hallmark "Celebration Barbie Series" Christmas Ornament, 2006