Nature

Having traveled the seas for over 100 million years. sea turtles have essentially remained unchanged. They survived beyond the extinction of the dinosaurs and are still present in the world's oceans today. All sea turtles are on the endangered or threatened species lists.

Canoes were developed by the Native Peoples of North America. The name comes from the word kenu meaning dugout. The most well-known version is made of wooden ribs covered with birch bark ideal for travelling streams. rivers and lakes. Today canoes made of synthetics...

Leave the city life behind! Head to the woods and find peace. relaxation. fun and create memories to last a lifetime. Camping is a great way to spend the weekend to recharge and spend quality time with friends and family. There's so much to...

As winter strikes. the gnome is full of tricks. pranks and laughs. In the gnomecicle ornament. he has positioned himself to surprise. bless and entertain the people he greets as the frosty season extends. Finding a gnome is a blessing of good luck.

Evolving from an egg and ultimately emerging from a chrysalis as a butterfly. the Caterpillar is the middle stage of metamorphosis. Caterpillars represent the power of transformation and symbolize the courage to step into the unknown.

In many Native American cultures the fox is thought to be wise due to its cunning nature. It is also considered a trickster for the same reason. Foxes are adaptable and opportunistic. but are also family-oriented. often forming lifelong attachments when raising their young.

The sea otter makes its home on the shores of the Pacific Ocean where it swims. dives and forages. Sea otters are exceptional animals for their use of tools. They are known to use rocks to dislodge and open shells so the hungry otter...

This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally. it was delicately hand-painted and glittered for you to enjoy and cherish as a holiday heirloom!

When the first fawn was born. its mother asked the Creator to find a way to protect her gentle and fragile offspring. So. God came to the forest and painted spots on a special coat for the baby to wear. From that day forward....

In many cultures. the shell is universally recognized as a positive feminine symbol which represents birth. life. resurrection. love and good luck. In China. the shell is one of the Eight Good Prophetic symbols. and it signifies a prosperous journey.

The butterfly represents immortality. Since it evolves from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis. and then emerges as a butterfly from its cocoon. it symbolizes the soul and the cycle of rebirth. A pair of butterflies signifies marital happiness. This Fanciful Butterfly ornament adds life...

The bite of the cold winter air is melted away with the wiggles and giggles shared with a furry friend. Eskimo dogs are working members of the family. providing transportation and companionship during the dark winter days.

Elk range in and around forests foraging on grass. plants. leaves and bark. Males are known for their trophy-worthy antlers. which are shed each year. Hunters seek out elk for the large amounts of meat they provide families. The Elk ornament is a great...

Along the banks of the Lynn Canal in Southeast Alaska is the Eldred Rock Lighthouse. This historic site was constructed in 1905 because of the many shipwrecks nearby during the Gold Rush. Notable also is the fact that this is the last of the...

Beavers have thick fur. webbed feet. and flat tails. making them good swimmers and well adapted to their semiaquatic lives. They are peaceful. sociable. and incredibly industrious. Celebrate that exceptionally energetic and enthusiastic person you know with this Eager Beaver ornament.

Deer have an excellent sense of hearing and when unsure of a sound. they stay completely still. blending in with their surroundings. till the danger has passed. The Deer Family reminds us to be kind and gentle. yet aware. and that family should look...

On December 1. 1875. the beacon of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse filled in a previously dark mile gap along the North Carolina coast. To distinguish the Currituck Beach Lighthouse from other regional lighthouses. its brick exterior was left unpainted.

A trip on a cruise ship offers a vacation where the voyage and the ship's amenities are a large part of the experience. Organized like a floating resort. a cruise ship offers fabulous food. entertainment and cultural adventures. This beautiful Cruise Ship ornament brings...

Cancer. the crab. is the fourth sign of the zodiac. People born under this sign are sensitive. traditional. and nurturing. In ancient Greece. crabs were considered to be sacred. and in many eastern countries they are a good omen. In China the crab is...

Many marvel at how the hedgehog can change his coat. It feels soft when he is gently held in one's hand and stroked. but he quickly turns into a prickly ball when frightened. So. the Hedgehog ornament reminds us to be gentle and kind...