Local Club News

Third Quarter 2022

KOC Exclusive Sale
(September 7, 2022 @ 10:00 am CT)

KOC members, we’re delighted to bring you a member-exclusive online-only ornament release featuring six repainted special-edition ornaments in limited quantities, just for you as a benefit of Keepsake Ornament Club membership.

Available only at Hallmark.com while supplies last! Canadian members, call 1-800-HALLMARK to order. Limit one of each design per customer.

Special Editions

BUT THAT’S NOT ALL! – During the same KOC member-exclusive sale, we’ll also be releasing vintage ornaments in bundles of three from 1973–2022. Each unique archive bundle will be $39.99 and may include series, limited quantity ornaments, and KOC Convention exclusives.

While supplies last. Consumer cannot choose individual ornaments. Limit one bundle per customer. No returns or exchanges. Available to U.S. members only online at hallmark.com. Canada: because the bundle includes product that may vary in description, weight and measure, we are unable to ship due to customs regulations.

Mark your calendars now for September 7 at 10 a.m. CT! KOC Exclusive Sale

Vintage Ornament Bundle

Ornament Debut
(October 8-16)

Join us for Ornament Debut!

October 7: KOC In-Store Early Shopping Day
October 8-16: Ornament Debut

The season that fills your spirit with childlike wonder is almost here! Kick off the Countdown to Christmas with us at Ornament Debut, October 8-16, where you can take advantage of event-only offers and shop 150 new Keepsake Ornaments. Ornaments featuring innovative technology, beloved hobbies and favorite characters will help you share more merry with those you love all season long—and for years to come. Get wrapped up in the intricate details of 150 new ornament releases, grab your favorite limited quantity ornaments, enjoy event-only offers, see your favorite artists’ collections, and embrace your love for the most wonderful time of the year.

As a benefit of being a KOC member, you get exclusive access to two more members-only ornaments releasing at Ornament Debut for the very first time!

  • Ornament Debut 2022:
    • Mouse King, 4th in the Nutcracker Sweet series
    • Cookie Jar Surprise, Set of 3 ornaments. Open the snowman’s hat to find two cookie characters inside. A few lucky collectors will receive a special colorway!

And as a reminder, two members-only ornaments are available to you right now!

  • Ornament Premiere 2022:
    • Indian Ring-Necked Parakeet
    • Christmas Window 2022, 20th in the series

Member Exclusives

2023 Keepsake Ornament Club
(Opens November 2, 2022)

2023 Keepsake Ornament Club membership opens on November 2, 2022!

2023 KOC enrollment is open November 2, 2022–July 31, 2023, with benefits lasting through December 31, 2023. There’s no one we love counting down to Christmas with more than our Keepsake Ornament Club family. In 2023, KOC members can look forward to the countdown with these rewards and much more!

Did you know? 2023 marks the 50th Anniversary of Keepsake Ornaments! We’ve got extra-special plans in the works just for our 2023 KOC members, so be sure to join or renew your membership starting November 2.

2023 Keepsake Ornament Club cont.

Benefits include:

  • Exclusive Coupons + Savings and Offers
    • Up to $30 in coupons, with a $5 off $10 coupon in every club mailing
    • More Crown Rewards Bonus Points than anyone else (U.S. only)
  • Exclusive Access
    • Shop ornament release events early, including limited quantities and event offers
    • Receive the KOC Dream Book before it releases in store when you join by January 15
    • Opportunities to purchase FIVE members-only ornament designs
  • 2023 Dream Box
    • Our gift to you! Packed full of goodies from the Keepsake Studio, designed just for you. Be sure to join by January 15, so you’ll receive your Dream Book before it’s available in stores. Dream Boxes are valued at $150 and begin shipping in April!
  • Go Behind the Scenes with Us
    • Get a look behind the curtain of the Keepsake Studio, with monthly email newsletters and quarterly For Keeps direct mailings filled with stories from our Keepsake artists about the inspiration behind their ornaments. And join our members-only Facebook group, where you can interact with Keepsake artists and other members, too.

Remember: 2023 KOC Enrollment opens November 2, 2022 with benefits lasting through Dec. 31, 2023. We invite you to join the family one of the following ways:

  • Visit Hallmark.com/KOC
  • Visit your local Hallmark Gold Crown store and complete your application in-store
  • Call 1-800-HALLMARK (1-800-425-5627)

*Please note, we will no longer accept mailed in applications for membership.

Stirring Up Something Sweet with Matt Johnson

Behind the scenes with Matt Johnson and the miniature Merry Mixer!

We’ve heard you loud and clear… you LOVE this ‘unofficial’ series featuring miniature appliances! And we must confess, we love them too. Matt has done a fantastic job bringing such unique detail and simple movement to these adorable mini ornaments. Keep reading to learn more behind the scenes info about Matt’s inspiration, and more!

We asked Matt if he was aware of how much his fans love these miniature appliance ornaments and he said, “Yes, the mini appliances or kitchen items began in 2018 with the miniature Tiny Teapot I worked on.”

Matt went on to say, “It did so well that I then began to look at other items in the kitchen that could have a Christmas theme or styling. My inspiration comes from looking at existing products, such as things people have transformed for Christmas in their own kitchens and up-cycled art. My background is in Industrial Design, so I enjoy the history of vintage appliances and I enjoy cooking.”

Much like other Keepsake artists, Matt also looked to the Keepsake Studio for inspiration. He said, “Tom Best and Nello Williams, among other Keepsake artists, have done a great job of incorporating appliances into ornaments, so that also was also a big part of the inspiration.”

And taking a few notes from a few ‘sweet tooth’ artists, such as Nina Aubé and Tammy Haddix, Matt said, “Another big part of inspiration are waffles, coffee, cookies, warm toast, baking… things critical to living a good life!”

Matt shared more about the simple movement we have seen in these ornaments in more recent years. He said, “Another thing we began to incorporate is more simple magic into our miniatures, so that gave me more opportunities to explore the storytelling. You can lift the handle on the toaster to make the toast pop up, turn the knob on the bottom of the ornament to see the mixer work,” (2023 sneak peek alert!) “and open the waffle maker to get a snowflake shaped waffle inside.”

Did you catch that? Matt mentioned a waffle maker. Be sure to watch for that miniature ornament release in 2023! It is the Whimsical Waffles ornament, where you will be able to lift the lid to see the festive waffle inside.

Until then, we hope you enjoy the Merry Mixer, available for purchase at Ornament Debut in October.

Miniature Appliances

2023 Sneak Peeks

Carnation Fairy
Fairy Messengers
19th in the series.

Brilliant Butterflies
7th in the series.

Thank you for all you do!

Sincerely,

The Keepsake Village