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Santa's Workbench (2016)



 

SANTA'S WORKBENCH
Collaboration Piece
$39.95 USA (while supplies last)

QXC5144

 

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

 

  • Design Concept and Art Direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Workbench Structure - Robert Hurlburt
  • Snowflake ornamentation - Terri Steiger
  • Tool illustration - Tom Best

Top Shelf:

  • Cat - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Santa mug - Nina Aubé
  • Plate of cookies - Joanne Eschrich


Work Surface:

  • Snowman jar of tools - Jake Angell
  • Can of paint and Paint brush - Rodney Gentry
  • Train - Ken Crow
  • Hammer - Robert Chad
  • Train plans - Matt Johnson
  • Pipe - Tammy Haddix
  • Penguin paint brush holder - Sharon Visker

Bottom Shelf:

  • Mouse - Ruth Donikowski
  • Rocking horse - Debra Nielsen
  • Wood plane - Orville Wilson
  • Nutcrackers in progress - Tracy Larsen
  • Duck pull toy - Kris Gaughran

On Side:

  • Tools in tool box - Nello Williams

Color and Technical Team: Nita Obbink, Jennifer Swanson, Lisa Vogel, Susan Weiland 

 

Santa's Christmas Train (2015)



SANTA'S CHRISTMAS TRAIN

Created especially for Destination Keepsakes,
the 2015 KOC event. Artist crafted.
Collaboration by 28 Keepsake Artists.
5¾" w. x 4¾" h. x 3⅜" d.
$34.95 USA QXC5157

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and art direction - Edythe Kegrize

Train:

  • Train Structure and runners - Robert Hurlburt
  • Roof snowflake design - Terri Steiger
  • Back panel and sides snowflake designs - Tom Best
  • Smokestack and engine body snowflake designs - Matt Johnson
  • Smiling face on front (of smokebox) - Tracy Larsen
  • Cow catcher - Deborah Murray
  • Snowflake wheels - Valerie Shanks
  • Headlight lantern - Ken Crow
  • Bell - Nello Williams
  • Swirling smoke (blowing from smoke stack) - Julie Forsyth


Characters:

  • Santa - Kris Gaughran
  • Dog - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Bird - Becky Hottel
  • Mouse - Nina Aubè
  • Elf in cab - Robert Chad
  • Reindeer in cab - Sharon Visker


Toys:

  • Toy sack - Jake Angell
  • Baseball glove - Tammy Haddix
  • Plane - Orville Wilson
  • Guitar - Rodney Gentry
  • Teddy bear - Ruth Donikowski
  • Stuffed bunny - Joanne Eschrich


Color Team and Technical Details: Susan Wieland, Nita Obbink, Jennifer Swanson, Lisa Vogel, Diana McGehee

Mrs. Claus's Kitchen Sink (2014)



MRS. CLAUS'S KITCHEN SINK
Collaboration piece

Mrs. has "decked"
her kitchen sink-

don't you think?

A total of 30 Keepsake Artists collaborated to create this very special ornament. Companion piece to last year’s signing ornament, Mrs. Claus's Cupboard.
$39.95 USA (while supplies last)
QMP4087


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and Art Direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Sink Structure - Robert Hurlburt
  • Sink Decorative Cabinet Details - Don Palmiter
  • Decorative Tile Backsplash - Terri Steiger

Window:

  • Snow Scene Artwork - Tom Best
  • Ball Ornament Wreath - Ruth Donikowski
  • Hanging Snowflakes - Julie Forsyth

Top Shelf:

  • Mrs. Claus Teapot - Ken Crow
  • Elf - Nina Aubé
  • Package - Anita Marra Rogers

Right Side Shelves:

  • Santa Cookie Jar - Sharon Visker
  • Polar Bear with Spoon - Orville Wilson
  • Snowman Pitcher - Debra Nielsen

Left Side Shelves:

  • Santa Mug - Robert Chad
  • Deer Figurine - Joanne Eschrich
  • Penguin Pitcher - Tammy Haddix

Sink Top: 

  • Nutcracker - Valerie Shanks
  • Colander with Apples - Kris Gaughran
  • Tea Towel - Lisa Vogel
  • Muffin Pan - Matt Johnson
  • Bread Board and Brush - Becky Hottel

Under Sink:

  • Mixer - Nello Williams
  • Dust Pan and Broom - Rodney Gentry
  • Gingerbread House Mold - Jake Angell
  • Coffee Grinder - Tracy Larsen

Color Team and Technical Details: Diana McGehee, Nita Obbink, Jennifer Swanson, Lisa Vogel, Susan Weiland, Diana McGehee

Victorian Doll House (2013)

Facade                                      Interior

   

VICTORIAN DOLL HOUSE
Artists crafted.
By the Keepsake Artists. 5¼" h.
$34.95 USA QXC5064

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and art direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • House Structure - Robert Hurlburt
  • Architectural details, snow on roof - Don Palmiter
  • Wreath on door - Ruth Donikowski

    Attic:

  • Left side bas relief - Tracy Larsen
  • Right side bas relief - Robert Chad
  • Center attic wall illustration - Tom Best
  • Rocking Horse - Valerie Shanks

    2nd Floor:

  • Paper label wall illustration - Edythe Kegrize
  • Chaise with hatbox and shoes - Julie Forsyth
  • Bed headboard and foot-board - Kris Gaughran
  • Bed quilt - Becky Hottel
  • Teddy bear and pillow - Tammy Haddix
  • Vanity and stool - Rodney Gentry
  • Dog in dog bed - Sharon Visker
  • Doll and window seat cushion - Anita Marra Rogers

    1st Floor:
  • Paper label wall illustration - Terri Steiger
  • Train and tree base - Nello Williams
  • Nutcracker - Joanne Eschrich
  • Grandfather clock - Ken Crow
  • Settee - Orville Wilson
  • Cat (on settee) - Nina Aubé
  • Fireplace casing - Jake Angell
  • Fireplace center - Deborah Murray
  • Greenery on mantel - Ruth Donikowski
  • Small dollhouse - Don Palmiter

  • Color Team and Technical Details - Susan Weiland, Nita Obbink, Jennifer Swanson, Lisa Vogel, Diana McGehee
Mrs. Claus's Stove and Mrs. Claus's Table (2012)
These Keepsake ornaments, that were created especially for the 2012 in-store signing events, provide an imaginative glimpse into the kitchen of the North Pole’s most beloved residents.




MRS. CLAUS'S STOVE
Collaborative piece
Features more than two dozen objects, from freshly baked bread to wooden spoons, all created by Keepsake Artists. Companion piece to last year’s signing ornament, Mrs. Claus's Cupboard.
5½" h.
$34.95 USA QMP5040


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and art direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Stove Structure - Robert Hurlburt
  • Stove Decoration - Don Palmiter, Valerie Shanks
  • Stove Doorplate - Tom Best

    Top Shelf:
  • Salt and Pepper Shakers - Tracy Larsen

    Second Shelf:
  • Cookie Mold - Julie Forsyth
  • Santa Match Holder - Tammy Haddix
  • Canister Set - Diana McGehee

    Stove Top:
  • Coffeepot - Ken Crow
  • Snowflake Pot - Rodney Gentry
  • Snowflake Trivet - Nello Williams
  • Utensil Holder and Utensils - Sharon Visker
  • Cookie Sheet - Orville Wilson

    Cookies on Sheet:
  • Star - Bob Kolar
  • Snowman - Joanne Eschrich
  • Cardinal - Nina Aubé
  • Stocking - Cullen Brown
  • Rocking Horse - Kristina Gaughran
  • Snowflake - Ruth Donikowski

    Inside Oven Door:

  • Pie - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Cookie Sheet - Orville Wilson
  • Cookies with bell design and flower design - Valerie Shanks
  • Cookies with holly design - Debra Murray

    Outside of Stove:
  • Bread - Terri Steiger
  • Boots - Robert Chad
  • Mouse in Boot - Becky Hottel

  • Color Team and Technical Details - Lisa Vogel, Nita Obbink, Susan Weiland, Jennifer Swanson, Diana McGehee

 



MRS. CLAUS'S KITCHEN TABLE
Special Edition
Features the work of the four retired Keepsake studio artists that will be attending an in-store signing event
this year. Companion piece to Mrs. Claus's Stove.
3⅞" h. x 3" w. x 2½" d.
$17.95 USA QMP5035

Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and art direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Technical Details - Robert Hurlburt

 

  Retired Studio Artist;
  • Mixing Bowl, Pot Holder, Utensils and Container - Patricia Andrews
  • Table and Breadboard - Lynn Norton
  • Rolling Pin, Cookies and Cookie Cutter - Linda Sickman
  • Dog - Sue Tague
 

*Ornaments continue the theme established in 2010 with the release of Santa’s Armoire as that year’s in-store signing ornament. Last year, Mrs. Claus’s Cupboard was created for the KOC 25th Class Reunion event—but those of you who missed it can get a repainted version when you renew your KOC membership for 2012.

Mrs. Claus' Cupboard (2011)

Event exclusive product only available at the
2011 Keepsake Ornament Club event.



MRS. CLAUS’ CUPBOARD

Collaborative piece
Features Mrs. Claus' favorite Christmas items...and some very tasty treats!, all created by Keepsake Artists. Companion piece to
Santa’s Armoire, the 2010 signing ornament.
$34.95 USA QXC5033


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design Concept and Art Direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Cabinet Structure and Decorative Side Detail - Robert Hurlburt
  • Holly Trim on Cabinet - Don Palmiter
  • Snowflake Trim on Doors - Valerie Shanks
  • Pipe in Gift Box on Top - Joanne Eschrich
  • Wreath - Tammy Haddix

    Top Shelf:
  • Tree Plate - Terri Steiger
  • Santa Mug - Ken Crow
  • Penguin Salt and Pepper Shakers - Nina Aubé
  • Santa Head Plate - Robert Chad
  • Reindeer and Sleigh Toothpick Holder - Mike Adair
  • Pitcher - Rodney Gentry

    Middle Shelf:
  • Cook Books - Diana McGehee
  • Basket of Cookies - Deb Murray
  • Snowman Teapot - Julie Forsyth
  • Teacups and Snowman - Cullen Brown

    Bottom Shelf:
  • Penguin Canister Set - Orville Wilson
  • Gingerbread House - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Cookie Tree - Sharon Visker
  • Oven Mitt - Katrina Bricker

    Tiered Treat Plates:
  • Snowman Cupcake - Bob Kolar
  • Sugar Cookies - Becky Hottel
  • Cupcakes (bottom layer) - Ruth Donikowski

    Inside Cabinet Doors:
  • Bread and Rolling Pin - Steve Goslin
  • Bowl with Cookie Cutters - Sue Tague
  • Tree Muffin Tin - Nello Williams
  • Basket - Tracy Larsen
  • Cat - Kristina Gaughran
  • Pot Holder - Tom Best

  • Color Team - Lisa Vogel, Diana McGehee, Joanne Eschrich, Edythe Kegrize, Nita Obbink, Jennifer Swanson, Valerie Shanks


Santa's Armiore (2010)
Santa’s suit’s been cleaned and pressed-on Christmas Eve, he’ll be “Best Dressed”! Till then it’s hanging safe and sound with favorite toys all gathered round! Features the work of the entire Keepsake studio. 
 

SANTA'S ARMIORE
Collaborative piece
Limited Edition: 4,565 pieces*
5½" h.
$34.95 USA QXC1036


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept and art direction - Edythe Kegrize
  • Armoire structure - Robert Hurlburt
  • Scene on door - Robert Chad
  • Santa Head on front - Valerie Shanks
  • Mouse on top - Katrina Bricker
  • Carved Holly detail - Don Palmiter
  • Back of armoire - Terri Steiger

    Toys on Shelves:
  • Tugboat - Orville Wilson
  • Doll - Tammy Haddix
  • Duck pull toy - Sharon Visker
  • Drum - Steve Goslin
  • Penguin - Joanne Eschrich
  • Bear - Nina Aubé
  • Train - Ken Crow
  • Robot - Nello Williams
  • Rocking Horse - Tracy Larsen
  • Solider - Cullen Brown

    Inside of Armoire:
  • Mirror - Tom Best
  • Santa’s hat - Ruth Donikowski
  • Santa’s coat - Julie Forsyth
  • Santa’s boots - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Cat toy-Kristina (Kline) Gaughran
  • Reindeer toy - Becky Hottel
  • Jack-in-the-box - Sue Tague

  • Color team - Deb Murray, Diana McGehee, Lisa Vogel
  • Bottom technical touches - Rodney Gentry

*NOTE: Each of the sixteen In-Store Signing Event retail hosts had the option of purchasing a maximum of 290 pieces. Additionally, each local club host received a fully signed armoire, to be used at the event, for either a charity raffle or silent auction with the proceeds to be donated to a charity of each clubs choosing.

The Ornament Express (2009)

These items were only available at the
2009 Keepsake Ornament Club event.

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THE ORNAMENT EXPRESS
Turn key on base to see train move and hear "Jingle Bells".
6" w. x 8" h. x 6" l.
$40.00 USA QXC9005


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Design concept - Edythe Kegrize

    Snow Train:
  • Ken Crow
  • Don Palmiter
  • Nello Williams
  • Tracy Larsen

    Passengers & Cargo:
  • Polar Bear on locomotive - Nina Aubé
  • Presents and tree in tender - Becky Hottel
  • Penguins - Kris Kline-Gaughran
  • Polar Bear on Caboose - Tammy Haddix

    Tree Base & Upper Snow Scene:
  • Snow - Joanne Eschrich
  • Trees - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Mountains and hills - Sharon Visker
  • Background snow drifts - Julie Forsyth

    Tree Base, Lower Base Snow & Houses:
  • Katrina Bricker
  • Robert Chad
  • Snowman and red bird - Sue Tague
  • Linda Sickman

  • Star Tree Topper - Tom Best

    Tree Snowflake Tiers:
  • Top tier - Orville Wilson
  • Middle tier - Terri Steiger
  • Bottom tier - Ruth Donikowski

  • Color - Deb Murray, Diana McGehee and Lisa Vogel
  • Technical & Final Touches - Rodney Gentry, Steve Goslin, Valerie Shanks and Robert Hurlburt
The Little Window-Shoppers (2008)



THE LITTLE WINDOW-SHOPPERS
*
In-Store Artist Signing event exclusive
Inspired by the KOC 'Christmas Windows' series
Depicts two children peering into the window of
a Hallmark Gold Crown store. Features the work
of 18 Keepsake studio artists.
5" h. x 2¾" w. x 3¾" d.
$28.00 USA QMP4003 

Each detail of this ornament was created by a
different Keepsake artist. See list below for
individual credits.

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Window arch and base - Linda Sickman
  • Garland around window - Nello Williams
  • Window awning - Edythe Kegrize
  • Snow on and around shop - Tom Best
  • Gold Crown shopping bag - Terri Steiger
  • Girl - Nina Aubé
  • Boy - Tammy Haddix
  • Christmas Tree - Robert Chad

    Ornaments on Tree:
  • Teddy Bear - Sue Tague
  • Eye of God - Julie Forsyth
  • Puppy in Stocking - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Penguin - Kristina Kline-Gaughran
  • Nutcracker - Tracy Larsen
  • Santa - Sharon Visker
  • Snowman - Katrina Bricker

  • Tree Topper and Packages - Joanne Eschrich
  • The store décor of houses and shops - Don Palmiter
  • Train on its track around the base of the tree - Ken Crow


    *NOTE: Hallmark gave each independent store owner a 'Little Window-Shoppers' repaint.


THE LITTLE WINDOW-SHOPPERS LAPEL PIN
Special Edition
Coordinates with the signing event exclusive ornament
$7.50 USA
Festive Santa (2007)




FESTIVE SANTA

Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of the
Keepsake Ornament Club. Features Santa Claus
holding a wreath decorated with tiny versions of six
First in series Keepsake Ornaments (one from
each of the artists who have created Keepsake
Ornaments for the entire 20-year history of the KOC.
8" h.
$39.00 USA QXC7011


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Display (Santa and Wreath) - Robert Chad

        Miniature Ornaments:

  • The Gift Bearers, 1st in the series (QX6437) from '99 - Sue Tague

  • Buttercup, 1st in the Mary's Angels series (QX4074) from '88 - Robert Chad

  • Tin Locomotive, 1st in the series (QX4603) from '82 -
    Linda Sickman

  • Toymaker Santa, 1st in the series (QX6751) from '00 -
    Ken Crow

  • Puppy Love (Cocker Spaniel), 1st in the series (QX5379) from '91 - Anita Marra Rogers

  • 1957 Corvette, 1st in the Classic American Cars series (QX4319) from '91 - Don Palmiter
The Merry Mayhem Workshop (2005)

THE MERRY MAYHEM WORKSHOP
Studio Edition
Features the talents of 26 Keepsake Ornament
Studio Artists. Includes 6 miniature Keepsake
ornaments. 9" h.
$75.00 USA  QXC5013

Keepsake Ornament Collector’s Club Exclusive*

Keepsake Artist Contributions:
  • Elf on stairs - Nina Aubé
  • Map Room illustrations - Tom Best
  • Pony - Katrina Bricker
  • Banisters and tables - Robert Chad
  • Train set and circus wagon - Ken Crow
  • Tree topper - Mike Dirham
  • Elf tying bow - Joanne Eschrich
  • Elf with Santa’s bag - Lane Feuer
  • Ribbon basket - Julie Forsyth
  • Rocking horse (miniature) - John “Collin” Francis
  • Santa - Rudy Garcia
  • Sitting elf (miniature) - Tammy Haddix
  • Workshop wall - Edythe Kegrize
  • Santa’s bag - Kristina Kline
  • Mouse - Tracy Larsen
  • Bear in package, gifts, and wrapping papers - Joyce Lyle
  • Floor detail - Lynn Norton
  • Roof - Don Palmiter
  • Baseball and glove - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Cat and box (miniature) - Linda Sickman
  • Outer wall - Terri Steiger
  • Helper elf - Sue Tague
  • Elephant (miniature) - Sharon Visker
  • Tree skirt and packages - LaDene Votruba
  • Globe (miniature) - Chris Webb
  • Robot (miniature) - Nello Williams
Christmas Chess Set (2004)
CHRISTMAS CHESS SET
Includes board and 32 chess pieces.
Intricate craftsmanship and whimsical detail make the Hallmark Christmas Chess Set a delightful addition to any tabletop. A regal Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus defend one side of the board with the help of the elves. The other side is defended by the king and queen of the polar bears with the help of a variety of snowmen. Sculpted by seven Keepsake Studio artists, the beautifully crafted chessmen are stored inside two decorative "books" that open to form the chessboard. Handcrafted and wood. The Christmas Chess set was produced in limited quantities and was only available by mail order to 2004 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Club members.
Board: 13
½ h".
Pieces: approximately 1¾" h. to 2¾" h.
$ 85.00 USA QXC4012

Shipments began in late July


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

North Pole Team
(regal, red-dressed Claus family)

  • King (Santa) - Robert Chad
  • Queen (Mrs. Claus) - Tammy Haddix
  • Bishop (Christmas Tree) - John "Collin" Francis
  • Knight (elf on rocking horse) - Robert Chad
  • Rook - (castle) John "Collin" Francis
  • Pawn (elf holding a shield, throwing a snowball) - Kristina Kline
  • Pawn (elf holding a ball) - Tracy Larsen
  • Pawn (elf playing a drum) - Tammy Haddix
  • Pawn (elf playing a horn) - Robert Chad

 

Winter Adventure Team
(delightful bear family and their Polar subjects wearing green)

  • King (Polar bear)- Tracy Larsen
  • Queen (Polar bear) - Kristina Kline
  • Bishop (Christmas Tree) - Julie Forsyth
  • Knight (snowman on winter fox) - Julie Forsyth
  • Rook (castle) - Tammy Haddix
  • Pawn - (snowman holding shield) - Tammy Haddix
  • Pawn (snowman throwing snowball) - Julie Forsyth
  • Pawn (snowman holding broom) - Julie Forsyth
  • Pawn (snowman holding shovel) - Kristina Kline
Keepsake Ornament Gallery Collection (2003)

These items were originally available at 5 regional "Art of Keepsakes" events held in the Summer of 2003.  After the last event ended, the remaining limited quantities were offered up to club members through a direct mail offer.

 

KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT GALLERY COLLECTION
A collaborative piece, includes 22 porcelain bisque
miniature ornaments,
all perfectly displayed in a
handsome gold-tone picture frame.
Each
handcrafted ornament was created by a different
Hallmark artist who chose a subject of personal
significance.
$75.00 USA QXC4609

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Gnome Riding Bird - Tammy Haddix
  • Victorian Angel - LaDene Votruba
  • Santa Riding Pegasus - Ken Crow
  • Christmas Cow - Tracy Larsen
  • Rocking Rooster - Linda Sickman
  • Cat in Basket - Dill Rhodus
  • Bulldog - Sharon Visker
  • Snowman With Bird - Nina Aubé
  • Bobbing-Head Santa - Nello Williams
  • Holly Princess - Sue Tague
  • Boy With Lamb - Bob Siedler
  • Cowboy Snowman - John "Collin" Francis
  • Santa in Springtime - Joyce Lyle
  • Airplane - Lynn Norton
  • Hot Rod Santa - Chris Webb
  • Christmas Bell - Don Palmiter
  • Pierrot Playing Lute - Julie Forsyth
  • Man on Horse - Katrina Bricker
  • Elf's Chair - Robert Chad
  • Mermaid on Sea Horse - Kristina Kline
  • Baby Fairy in Seashell - Joanne Eschrich
  • Guardian Angel - Anita Marra Rogers
Family Room (2002)
FAMILY ROOM
This scene was specially designed for
Club members by 24 Keepsake Studio Artists!
5" h. x 8½" w.

$75.00 USA QXC4566

Keepsake Artist Contributions:
  • Grandfather clock (with working timepiece) - Robert Chad
  • Radio (broadcasts a local Santa sighting) - Don Palmiter
  • Fireplace and Wall - Dill Rhodus
  • Fireplace Screen - Linda Sickman
  • Wreath - Sharon Pike
  • Nativity - Joyce Lyle
  • Three Wise Men - Tracy Larsen
  • Log Holder - Bob Siedler
  • Fire with Logs - Nello Williams
  • Candles on the mantle - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Nutcracker - Sharon Visker
  • Mom Stocking - Katrina Bricker
  • Dad Stocking - Nina Aube
  • Boy Stocking - John "Collin" Francis
  • Girl Stocking - LaDene Votruba
  • Teddy Bear - Sue Tague
  • Cat on Pillow - Joanne Eschrich
  • Dog - Ken Crow
  • Wood Floor Base - Lynn Norton


    SANTA'S BIG NIGHT
    2002 Membership Kit
    Set of 4 ornaments

    Santa: 3¼" h. x 2¾" w.
    Santa's bag:1
    ¾" h. x 1¾" w.
    Chair and children: 2⅜" h. x 2
    " w.
    Milk and cookies: 1⅞" h. x 1
    ¼" w.

    Patricia Andrews, Julie Forsyth and Chris Webb
    QXC2002


CHRISTMAS TREE WITH DECORATIONS
Tree display tree with decorations. Connects to the
Family Room floor base.
  • Frosty (Frosty Friends)
  • Mary's Angel (with tiny "Mary" signature)
  • Gingerbread house
  • Santa
  • Rocking horse
  • Angel topper
  • Star garland
By Kristina Kline. 6½" h. x 3⅝" w.
$18.95 USA QXC4476


FIVE TINY FAVORITES

Set of five miniature ornaments

  • Mouse in Thimble,
  • British Clothespin Soldier,
  • Porcelain Bear,
  • Festive Locomotive
  • Jolly Snowman.
QXM4566


CHRISTMAS MORNING TREASURES
Set of three ornaments

  • Sled: ¾" h. x 1⅝" w.
  • Train: 1" h. x ⅝" w.
  • Nesting Presents: 1¼" h. x 1⅛" w.

    By Chris Webb, Don Palmiter and Sharon Pike
    QXI5346


CURIUS THE ELF
Early renewal membership gift
By Tammy Haddix. 1
¾" h. x 1¼" w.
QXC4623



Santa's Desk (2001)
SANTA'S DESK
Keepsake Ornament Studio Limited Edition
Sculpted by 26 Keepsake Ornament Studio artists
Comes with 3 miniature ornaments:
Available exclusively to Club members
11" L.
$75.00 USA QXC4562


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Santa's desk - Don Palmiter
  • Santa's chair and favorite teddy bear - Ken Crow
  • Rug-covered floor - Duane Unruh
  • Santa's trash basket - Lynn Norton

    Desk Accessories:
  • Quill pen - Patricia Andrews
  • Set of books - Robert Chad 
  • Oil lamp - Chris Webb
  • Christmas tree (miniature ornament) - Tracy Larsen

    Special Treat:
  • Plate-of-cookies (miniature ornament) - Joyce Lyle
  • Hot chocolate in Santa's mug - Sue Tague

    Busy Elves:
  • Elf reading mail - Kristina Kline
  • Elf gathering letters from the delivery truck - Nina Aubé
  • Elf pulling a mail cart - Tammy Haddix
  • Elf pushing the cart - Joanne Eschrich

    Creatures:
  • Sleepy mice in the open drawer - Katrina Bricker
  • Cat discovering the yarn ball - Julie Forsyth
  • Cat (miniature ornament) - Sharon Pike
  • Lounging dog - Bob Siedler

    Mail and packages:
  • Delivery truck - Sharon Visker
  • Mail cart - Nello Williams
  • Mailbag - Dill Rhodus
  • Special presents near the desk - LaDene Votruba
  • Stacks of Mail - Rich LaPierre
  • Overflowing mailbag - Linda Sickman

  • Dog bone hidden under the desk - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Santa's slippers - John "Collin" Francis

 
Other The Night Before the Night Before Christmas! collection pieces:



LETTERA, GLOBUS & MRS. CLAUS

Keepsake Ornament Collector's Club Membership Kit
Set of three ornaments

  • Lettera - Anita Marra Rogers, 2" h.

  • Globus - Joanne Eschrich, 4" h

  • Mrs. Claus - Patricia Andrews. 4½" h.
    QC2001


READY FOR DELIVERY
Special gift from the Keepsake Ornament
Collector's Club for extended membership
(for joining the Club for more than one year).
By Anita Marra Rogers. 2" h.

$13.95 USA QXC4552A


SANTA'S SLEIGH
Set of two ornaments
Sleigh, Spin-top (miniature ornament) and sack
By Duane Unruh. 5¼" w.
$18.95 USA QX8872
Available beginning Ornament Premiere


CURIUS THE ELF
Thank you gift given to KOCC members
for attending Ornament Premiere.
By Tammy Haddix. 1⅜" h.
PR2318


SANTA'S TOY BOX

Set of four ornaments
  • Santa's Toy Box - Robert Chad, 1¾" h.

  • Skateboard, baseball glove and ball, and tiny dollhouse (miniature ornaments) - Patricia Andrews
Fits on back of Santa's sleigh
$12.95 USA QXI5392
Available beginning Ornament Debut


SANTA CLAUS

Set of two ornaments
Santa and Panda Bear (miniature)
By Patricia Andrews. 4¾" h.
$18.95 USA QXI5395
Available beginning Holiday Open House


GIFT FOR A FRIEND

Set of two ornaments
Gift box and teddy bear (miniature ornament)
Free to Club members who give a Club membership to a friend.
By Anita Marra Rogers.
Gift box: 1¼" h, Bear: 1" h.
QXC4545


READY REINDEER

BY Duane Unruh. 4½" h.
$13.95 USA QX8295


READY REINDEER
Repaint of 2001 ornament
Given away as a Jubilee event R-T-W prize
BY Duane Unruh. 4½" h.
$13.95 USA QXC8295


WITH HELP FROM PUP

Set of two ornaments
Jubilee event exclusive
Elf - Sue Tague,
2½" h.
Dog - Anita Marra Rogers, 1¾" h.
$9.95 USA QXC4565

Heart of Collecting Wreath (2001)
HEART OF COLLECTING WREATH5
Wreath is accompanied by 26 miniature ornaments,
one sculpted by each Keepsake Studio artist.
12" d.
$65.00 USA (at event) / $72.95 USA (direct mail offer)
QXC4572
Keepsake Ornament Collector’s Club Exclusive


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Panda - Patricia Andrews
  • Snowman - Nina Aube'
  • Pony - Katrina Bricker
  • Elf - Robert Chad
  • Train - Ken Crow
  • Angel Holding Heart - Joanne Eschrich
  • Hand and Heart - Julie Forsyth
  • Cowboy - John "Collin" Francis
  • Stocking with Bear - Tammy Haddix
  • Cat on Pillow - Kristina Kline
  • Seal - Rich LaPierre
  • Santa - Tracy Larsen
  • Angel - Joyce Lyle
  • Airplane - Lynn Norton
  • Candy Canes - Don Palmiter
  • Lamb - Sharon Pike
  • Wheelbarrow - Dill Rhodus
  • Puppy - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Mouse and Cookie - Linda Sickman
  • Raccoon - Bob Siedler
  • Teddy Bear - Sue Tague
  • Baby in Manger - Duane Unruh
  • Penguin - Sharon Visker
  • Swan - LaDene Votruba
  • Woodworking Plane - Chris Webb
  • Guitar - Nello Williams
Treasure Tree (2000)
TREASURE TREE
Mail-order Club Member Exclusive
Tree and Display Base with 18 Miniature Ornaments

Footsteps in base hold Members Ornaments for 2000

$65.00 USA QXC4521
Limited Edition of 25,500


mini ornaments:
  • chipmunk hanging from a star - Katrina Bricker
  • snowman with seashell - Patricia Andrews
  • robot - Nina Aube
  • elf - Robert Chad
  • teddy bear - Ken Crow
  • good little boy - Rich LaPierre
  • Santa in a hot air balloon - Tracy Larsen
  • cardinal - Joyce Lyle
  • airplane - Lynn Norton
  • race car - Don Palmiter
  • angel with a star - Sharon Pike
  • mouse with a gift - Dill Rhodus
  • seed bell - Anita Marra Rogers
  • pair of mittens - Linda Sickman
  • angel with bell - Bob Siedler
  • jack-in-the-box- Sharon Visker
  • snowman with scarf and hat - LaDene Votruba
  • rocket ship - Nello Williams
  • Star tree topper - Chris Webb
  • child with snowball - Sue Tague 

Base/Scene around the tree:
  • two rabbits - Joanne Eschrich
  • the birds and a bag of seed - Jullie Forsyth
  • raccoon - John "Collin" Francis
  • two little squirrels - John "Collin" Francis
  • basket of apples - Linda Sickman
  • child with snowball - Sue Tague
  • snowscape base - Duane Unruh

JINGLE BELL KRINGLE
Membership Ornament
Dated. By Ken Crow.
QXC4481


 RINGING REINDEER
Membership Ornament
Dated. By Joanne Eschrich. 
QXC4484


A FRIEND CHIMES IN
Membership Ornament
Miniature
Dated. By Sue Tague.
QXC4491


BELL-BEARING ELF
Multiple year membership ornament
By Ken Crow. 
valued at $9.95 QXC4514
 
North Pole Pond, Snowy Plaza, Hollow Log Cafe (1999)

Thirteen artists from the Keepsake Ornament studio collaborated to create the three Keepsake Ornament Collector’s Club Exclusive Studio Editions that were offered in 1999.  Each one depicts a different winter scene, and they can be combined to create a charming view of winter fun from Santa’s hometown.



NORTH POLE POND
Artist On Tour Exclusive1
Keepsake Ornament With Display Piece
This merry scene which shows that ice-skating always is more fun when you have good friends to cheer you on, includes a larger display piece featuring Santa and a separate elf Keepsake ornament.
$40.00 USA QXC4677

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Elf on saucer sled - Robert Chad
  • Santa Claus - Ed Seale
  • Happy hedgehog - Sharon Pike
  • Beaver and bunny - Joanne Eschrich
  • Helpful raccoon - Nello Williams
  • Display base, Santa's boots and clever possum - Rich LaPierre

 

 

SNOWY PLAZA
Artist On Tour Exclusive1
Keepsake Ornament With Display Piece
In this festive scene, Mrs. Claus gets a little help as
everyone pitches in to build the perfect snowman!
$35.00 USA QXC4669

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Bunny and snow bunny (miniature ornament) - Nina Aubé
  • Mrs. Claus - Dill Rhodus
  • Girl elf - Kristina Kline
  • Snowman - Tammy Haddix
  • Base, chipmunk, cardinal and bluebirds - Sue Tague

 

HOLLOW LOG CAFÉ
Artist On Tour Exclusive1
This kindhearted elf has found the perfect spot to
watch the winter fun…and he has plenty of company!
$14.95 USA QXC4667

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Elf, log and cookies - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Curious raccoon and playful squirrel - Katrina Bricker.

 

1Originally exclusively available at 6
regional AOT events held in 1999.

Christmas Eve Preparations (1998)

CHRISTMAS EVE PREPARATIONS
Studio edition
25th Anniversary Celebration event exclusive
A collaborative piece by 21 Keepsake Ornament studio artists. The sleigh features pewter runners, and Santa’s bag is made of leather.  Includes six miniature Keepsake ornaments that can fit in Santa’s bag or be displayed separately.

3¾" h. x 7" w.
$85.00 USA QXC4506


Keepsake Artist Contributions:
 
  • Sleigh - Duane Unruh
  • Elf on sleigh - Ed Seale
  • The base of Christmas Eve Preparations, Santa’s leather bag and toys attached to bag - Linda Sickman
  • Teddy bear peeking over Santa’s bag - Sue Tague
  • Santa’s purple lap blanket - Dill Rhodus
  • The Good Girls and Boys book - Robert Chad
  • Puppy - Kristina Kline
  • Police car (miniature ornament) - Patricia Andrews
  • Ship (miniature ornament) - Ken Crow
  • Airplane (miniature ornament) - John "Collin" Francis
  • Nutcracker (miniature ornament) - Tracy Larsen
  • Rocking horse (miniature ornament) - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Horn (miniature ornament) - Don Palmiter
  • Elf loading a package into the sleigh - Nello Williams
  • Three birds - LaDene Votruba
  • Elf holding reins - Katrina Bricker
  • Bunny sitting in front of sleigh - Bob Siedler
  • Two chipmunks on the side of sleigh - Nina Aubé
  • Drum and top - Sharon Pike
  • Victorian doll - Joyce Lyle
  • Duck and rabbit in back of sleigh - Joanne Eschrich

 

A LATE NIGHT SNACK
25th Anniversary Celebration event exclusive
Companion piece to "Christmas Eve Preparations".
3⅜" h. x 2¼" w.
$19.95 USA QXC4536

Keepsake Artist Contributions:


  • Reindeer - Robert Chad
  • Elf - Tammy Haddix

        

Originally exclusively available at the 25th Anniversary Celebration event (The 1998 Keepsake Ornament Collector’s Club national event) held on August 20-22, 1998.

 

NOTE: Santa’s Deer Friend, Complements the 1998 Studio edition.  By Robert Chad QX6583

Trimming Santa's Tree (1997)
TRIMMING SANTA'S TREE
Artist On Tour Exclusive1
Studio edition
Nineteen Keepsake Ornament Studio Artists collaborated to create this display piece.
At the center of the display piece is a tree with sculpted miniature designs inspired by past years’ ornaments.
6⅓" h. x 4¼" w.
$60.00 USA QXC5175

                

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

 

  • Christmas Tree - Robert Chad
  • Angel tree topper - Joyce Lyle
  • Santa moon design and playful kitten - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Candy cane; teddy bear with a heart; and designs that bring to mind the Clothespin Soldier, Here Comes Santa, Tin Loco-motive, Nostalgic Houses and Shops and Rocking Horse collector’s series - Linda Sickman
  • Chipmunk - Ed Seale
  • Dollhouse - Ken Crow
  • Horse pull toy - LaDene Votruba
  • Puppy peeking out of a gift box - Katrina Bricker
  • Crèche - John "Collin" Francis
  • Dragon in the wagon - Nina Aubé
  • Wagon - Tracy Larsen
  • Roadster (miniature ornament) - Don Palmiter
  • Bear sitting inside the roadster - Nello Williams
  • Elf balancing at the top of the ladder - Sue Tague
  • Elf assisting from below - Sharon Pike
  • Packages surrounding Sharon’s elf - Patricia Andrews
  • Elf wrapping gift - Bob Siedler
  • Ladder with holly leaf carvings - Duane Unruh
  • Wood-look floor and braided rug - Dill Rhodus

 

MRS. CLAUS'S STORY
Artist On Tour Exclusive1
Companion piece to "Trimming Santa's Tree".
Portrays  Mrs. Claus relaxing in her favorite chair as she reads The Night Before Christmas to the elves.
 3⅜" h. x 2¼" w.
$14.95 USA

 

Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Mrs. Claus - Joanne Eschrich
  • Cat, floor and braided rug - Kristina Kline

 

1Originally exclusively available at 10 regional AOT events held in 1997.

 

NOTE: The studio artists’ signatures are printed on the underside of the base along with the date.

Santa's Toy Shop (1996)
SANTA'S TOY SHOP
AOT events exclusive
4th and final in the Keepsake Signature Collection
. A collaborative piece by 17 Keepsake Ornament studio artists. Depicts a group of merry elves hard at work in the most famous toy shop in the world. Includes two miniature Keepsake ornaments.
5½" h. x 6½" w.

$60.00 USA QXC4201



Keepsake Artist Contributions:

 

  • Toy shop - Linda Sickman
  • Table - Robert Chad
  • Chair and stool - Ed Seale
  • Tools - Duane Unruh
  • Clock - Ken Crow
  • Standing elf - Don Palmiter
  • Race car - Bob Siedler
  • Jack-in-the-box (miniature ornament) - John "Collin" Francis
  • Airplane, paint buckets and sweeping mouse - Patricia Andrews
  • Sweeping elf - LaDene Votruba
  • Mouse with dustpan - Sharon Pike
  • Cat - Katrina Bricker
  • Rag doll (miniature ornament) - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Dog - Dill Rhodus
  • Painting elf - Nina Aubé
  • Sewing elf - Sue Tague
  • Teddy bear - Joyce Lyle


 

TOY SHOP SANTA
Companion piece to "Santa's Toy Shop".

By Duane Unruh.

3¾" h. x 2½" w.

$14.95 USA QXC4201

Christmas Eve Bake-Off® (1995)

CHRISTMAS EVE BAKE-OFF®
EXPO and in-store events exclusive
3rd in the Keepsake Signature Collection

Represents a collaboration by 14 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament studio artists. Features Mrs. Claus and her helpers as they busily bake goodies for Santa’s Christmas Eve journey.  The Mrs. Claus ornament can be removed from the display.
5⅛" h. x 5½" w.
$60.00 USA QXC4049


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Stove - Duane Unruh
  • Teapot - LaDene Votruba
  • Cookie jar - Patricia Andrews
  • Salt and pepper shakers - Ken Crow
  • Pie - Bob Siedler
  • Coal bucket - Dill Rhodus
  • Coffeepot - Linda Sickman
  • Muffins - Robert Chad
  • Milk can - Don Palmiter
  • Mrs. Claus (ornament) - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Elf holding cookbook - John "Collin" Francis
  • Elf with cookie sheet - Ed Seale
  • Cat and milk - Joyce Lyle
  • Dog - Julia Lee

 

Originally exclusively available at 8 regional "Christmas Eve Bake-Off" EXPO events and the 9 in-store events held in 1995.

 

NOTE: Was pre-signed by the artists in attendance at the particular EXPO.

Mrs. Claus' Cupboard (1994)

MRS. CLAUS' CUPBOARD
EXPO and Artist’s Appearances events exclusive
2nd in the Keepsake Signature Collection
Represents the collaborative effort of all 14 Keepsake studio artists. Features a hutch complete with 10 miniature Keepsake ornaments.
6" h. x 5¾" w.
$55.00* USA QXC4843


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Hutch, packages and polar bear (inspired by '93 Polar Bear Adventure) - Linda Sickman
  • Garland and dog - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Cat - Dill Rhodus
  • Créche - John "Collin" Francis
  • Mice with books - Ed Seale
  • Ark - Ken Crow
  • Victorian Santa (inspired by '94 Jolly Holly Santa) - Joyce Lyle
  • Collector's plate - LaDene Votruba
  • Church - Julia Lee
  • Elf - Robert Chad
  • Basket of pinecones - Don Palmiter
  • Angel - Patricia Andrews
  • Christmas tree - Bob Siedler
  • Traditional Santa (inspired by '92 Cheerful Santa) - Duane Unruh

    *with a minimum Keepsake ornament purchase

    Originally exclusively available at 8 regional "Memories in the Making" EXPO events and 7 Artist’s Appearance events held in 1994.

Santa's Favorite Stop (1993)

SANTA'S FAVORITE STOP
Artist’s Appearance Events Exclusive
1st in the Keepsake Signature Collection
Created especially for the 1993 Keepsake Ornament Artist’s Appearance events, this design represents the collective work of the 14 Keepsake artists that participated in the tour. The Santa ornament can be removed from the fireplace display piece.
2½" h.
$55.00* USA QXC4125


Keepsake Artist Contributions:

  • Santa ornament - Ken Crow
  • Fireplace - Dill Rhodus
  • Santa’s bag - Don Palmiter
  • Hearth and puppy - John "Collin" Francis
  • Clock on the mantel - Duane Unruh
  • Cookies and milk for Santa and garland - Anita Marra Rogers
  • Toy train and kindling box - Linda Sickman
  • Stocking-holder mouse - Bob Siedler
  • Stocking-holder snowman - Patricia Andrews
  • Stocking-holder teddy bear - Ed Seal
  • Elf on the mantel - Robert Chad
  • Teddy bear - LaDene Votruba
  • Victorian doll - Joyce Lyle
  • Cat - Julia Lee

*with a minimum Keepsake ornament purchase

Originally this piece was only available for purchase at the 35 Hallmark stores that hosted an Artist’s Appearance event during the Summer and Fall of 1993.


NOTE: A maximum of 200 pieces were available for sale during
each of
the 35 signing events.  Due to an unexpectedly low turnout at these events, many of these pieces were later destroyed.

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