Shades of White

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 signifies a prosperous journey.

A pinch of this and a dash of that can change a recipe. Home cooks and chefs alike trust measuring cups for main ingredients to ensure their dishes have precisely the right amount of ingredients. The kitchen is the heart of the home throughout...

Since ancient times. doves have been considered sacred. as well as a symbols of peace. The expression "loveydovey" is applied to sweetly affectionate couples because their love is so strong that it can only be separated by death.

The Lincoln Memorial honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln. Tucked inside is a large statue of Honest Abe and inscriptions of two well-known speeches: the Gettysburg Address and his second inaugural address. Abraham Lincoln is one of the most influential...

The Lhasa Apso originates from Tibet where it was bred to alert monks of intruders. Although small. they were bred for the cold Tibet winters and life among the monks. Lhasa Apso can live long lives. into their twenties. making them a friend for...

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is the freestanding bell tower of the cathedral of the Italian city of Pisa. Constructed in stages beginning in 1174. it started to lean when the third of its eight stories was built. It still stands today and is...

When the lakes and ponds freeze over in the winter. one of the most popular activities is ice skating. Since skates are only used in pairs. the Ice Skate is considered a "friendship ornament." Two ornaments. one for each special friend. signify a perfect...

When the lakes and ponds freeze over in the winter. one of the most popular activities is ice-skating. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas morning and discovering a beautiful pair of skates under the tree? This ornament makes a fun gift for anyone...

Perched 205 feet above the ocean in beautiful Oregon. the Heceta Head Lighthouse still beams its light 21 miles out to sea. The lighthouse and light keeper's home were built in 1894 and are still used today as a functioning lighthouse and B&B.

Great White Owls. also known as Snowy Owls. are usually found only in the Arctic. Shy and silent unless nesting. they are unlike other owls in that they are most active during the daytime. Depending on the season. they have different colored plumage that...

The Great Pyrenees is a confident yet gentle and affectionate giant. While territorial and protective of its flock or family when necessary. its gentle demeanor is filled with patience and loyalty. The incredible size of this dog makes an imposing guardian but have no...

This beautiful bird is also known as the American Egret. common egret. or the angel bird. In the early 20th century. its population was greatly decreased by the demand for its feathers for women's fashion. With protection of its wetland habitats and offshore nesting...

Golf. as we know it. was first played with a leather-covered ball stuffed with goose feathers. In the early 1900s the golf ball evolved into the form as we know it today. However. it was not until 1932 that the golf ball was standardized...

This tasty. pungent herb has been used for centuries as a flavorful spice and a miraculous healing drug. Garlic is credited with neutralizing a scorpion's sting. curing earaches. and warding off vampires. This Garlic ornament carries a good health blessing to the home of...

Fa La La Llama. or in this case. Alpaca! For ages reindeer. polar bears and snowmen have been Santa's sidekicks but not any longer! The alpaca wants the spotlight! The alpaca wants to wish you a Fleece Navidad!

Doctors study and work very hard to earn the opportunity to wear a laboratory coat. While this coat's purpose is to simply protect the doctor's clothing and act as a simple uniform. the symbolism of the coat is greater than its function.

Standing in town squares. churches have long been houses of worship. In addition. churches are often the heart of the community. serving as gathering places for friends. family and neighbors. Traditional glassblowers created ornaments to reflect their day-to-day lives and styled ornaments after their...

A chef's hat is also known as a toque. Chefs began wearing these hats to blend in with monks. by wearing similar shaped hats. as they sought refuge in the monasteries. Chefs were being persecuted for their creativity. The hats have remained a symbol...

This double-breasted cotton jacket is reversible to hide stains & has knotted cloth buttons to survive frequent laundering. Marie-Antoine Careme developed the current chef's uniform in the mid-19th century. "Chef's whites" also includes the toque blanche & black/white hound's-tooth pants. White represents cleanliness. Bon...

Today we know this lovely drink as double espresso. hot milk. and foam. yet it only became popular outside Italy in the 1930s when it was served in cafés in Austria and Germany. The name is inspired by Capuchin friars due to the color...