Hallmark "Queen of the Garden" Christmas Ornament, 2004
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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
2004
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Sue Tague 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
2019.65.6089
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cloth
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of ornament:
(C) 2004 HMK. LIC.
on front of packaging:
KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Queen of / the Garden / decoration des fetes
on back of packaging:
Queen of the Garden / With trowel in hand / and watering can, / she masters flower / and bean. / She needn't take / the gloves off / for her green thumb / to be seen! / The "Queen of" collection - ornaments / that celebrate hobbies and interests of / someone you know (maybe even you!). / SUE TAGUE / Sue Tague - Hallmark Keepsake Artist / Handcrafted / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concue a des fins decorative seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans.
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
(C) 2004 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QP1804
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Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments: Personal Moments and Timeless Memories
- 19 Artifacts
In 1973, Hallmark Cards, Inc. ventured into the world of designing and producing Christmas ornaments. The company initially offered eighteen designs and added new ones to the growing line each year. Hallmark ornaments became more than holiday decorations. They helped personalize holiday trees -- marking life milestones, reflecting one's interests and tastes, and stirring fond memories.