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Earl Thomas – Your Tree’s Newest Champion!

In response to the Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl XLVIII victory, Hallmark has announced their planned release of an Earl Thomas Keepsake Ornament as part of their 2014 line-up.

Earl Thomas
Seattle Seahawks

Fans of the AFC Championship, Denver Broncos will also have reason to celebrate as it has been reported that a Peyton Manning Keepsake Ornament will also be part of this years line.

February 2nd, 2014|0 Comments

2014 Barbie Heirloom Ornaments

Carlton Cards will be releasing 6 Barbie ornaments as part of their 2014 Heirloom Ornament Collection.

Holiday™ BARBIE™ Ornament
2nd in series
Ribbon and fabric attachments
Inspired by Holiday™ Barbie® Doll.
$19.95 USA/29.95 CAN CXOR-063F
Available beginning September 2014

Holiday™ BARBIE™ Ornament
2nd in series
Ribbon and fabric attachments
Inspired by Holiday™ Barbie® Doll.
$19.95 USA/$29.95 CAN CXOR-64F
Available beginning September 2014

The BARBIE Look®
Red Carpet BARBIE™ Ornament
2nd in series
Fabric peplum top
$19.95 USA/$22.95 CAN CXOR-65F
Available beginning September 2014

Commuter Set™ BARBIE™ Ornament
$19.95 USA/$22.95 CAN CXOR-66F
Available Beginning September 2014

BARBIE™ Fashion Boot Ornament
Faux fur trim.
$16.95 USA/$19.95 CAN CXOR-068F
Available beginning September 2014

The Sugar Princess™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Tulle skirt. Inspired by DVD.
$19.95 USA/ $22.95 CAN CXOR-067F
Actual ornament will vary.
Available beginning September 2014

BARBIE™ and the Secret Door™ Ornament
Inspired by DVD.
$12.99 USA/$14.95 CAN AXOR-014F
Actual ornament will vary.
Available beginning September 2014

Lumina™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Inspired by DVD.
$12.99 USA/ $14.95 CAN AXO-015F
Available beginning September 2014

November 24th, 2013|0 Comments

Your Tree’s Newest Champion

Hallmark has announced they will be releasing a third Hockey ornament later this year.

In addition to the Bobby Orr (Boston Bruins®) ornament that will be one of the 180 ornaments released this weekend in conjunction with Ornament Premiere, and the Maurice Richard (Montreal Canadiens) Canadian exclusive ornament that will be released on October 5, an updated version of the 2010 Patrick Kane (Chicago Blackhawks®) Keepsake Ornament-now sporting the jersey (and playoff beard) he wore as he led his Blackhawks to victory-will also be released as part of the 2013 Keepsake Ornament line.

This ornament which was not included in the 2013 Dream Book will arrive in stores in mid-October.

Patrick Kane
Chicago Blackhawks®

July 11th, 2013|0 Comments

Hallmark Reveals Plans and Exclusive Keepsake Ornaments for Comic-Con 2013

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 25, 2013) — Hallmark will make its sixth appearance at Comic-Con International next month in San Diego, taking part in the largest comic book and popular arts convention in the world. Hallmark will provide more than 100,000 attendees access to Comic-Con-exclusive Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments, a brand that celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2013. Other perks include visits with a Keepsake Ornament artist and sneak peeks of Hallmark products to be released in 2014.

During the convention, held July 18-21, 2013, Hallmark will sell limited quantities of the following Keepsake Ornaments:

Wrath of the Rancor
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™

Created especially for event sales, this ornament captures Luke Skywalker’s struggle with the savage creature dwelling below Jabba the Hutt’s palace as seen in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. The Keepsake Ornament is part of Hallmark’s commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the film’s release. Sales limited to 200 pieces per day at each event for a total production run of 1,800 ($35 each).

Federation starship U.S.S. Kelvin provided the wildly exciting and emotionally stirring scenes kicking off 2009’s feature film Star Trek. Featuring battery-powered light, this is a “battle-scarred” variant of the same Keepsake Ornament available starting July 13 in Hallmark Gold Crown® stores. Sales limited to 175 pieces per day at each event for a total production run of 1,575 ($35 each).

U.S.S. Kelvin
Star Trek

Man of Steel
Superman

Inspired by this summer’s big-screen adventure of the same name, this event exclusive features Superman™ in the dark version of his iconic uniform he wore while experiencing General Zod’s nightmarish vision of Earth’s future. This is a color variant of the Keepsake Ornament available in Hallmark Gold Crown stores in July. Sales limited to 150 pieces per day at each event for a total production run of 1,350 ($25 each).These event-exclusive Keepsake Ornaments will also be available to attendees at New York Comic Con, Oct. 10-13, 2013.

“We’re thrilled to return to Comic-Con this year as we celebrate 40 years of turning memories into magic with Keepsake Ornaments,” said Beth Dorr, associate merchandise manager for Keepsake Ornaments. “We look forward to interacting with our passionate fans and sharing first looks at our new Hallmark products. We’ll also have fan-favorite activities, such as daily pin giveaways, autograph sessions with a Hallmark Keepsake Ornament artist, and for Star Wars fans, appearances by the 501st Legion, Stephen Costantino and Deep Roy, and an Ewok photo-opportunity.”

Visitors to Hallmark’s booth in the Lucasfilm Pavilion will be able to meet and receive free autographs from Orville Wilson, one of the Hallmark artists behind the Man of Steel Keepsake Ornament. The actors behind Star Wars characters Droopy McCool (Deep Roy) and the Gamorrean Guard on Jabba’s Sail Barge (Stephen Costantino) will also be on hand to sign autographs.

Also making a return are character visits from fan favorites hoops&yoyo. Attendees can view many of the new 2013 Keepsake Ornaments, including Iron Patriot™ and K.I.T.T. from Knight Rider, as well as get a sneak peek of what’s ahead for 2014.

A series of collectible buttons featuring five Keepsake Ornaments will be available for fan pick up. The series features five designs, with a limited quantity of one design given away each day of Comic-Con.

An official schedule of all Hallmark fan activities at Comic-Con will be available at the Hallmark booth in the Lucasfilm Pavilion.

June 23rd, 2013|0 Comments

2013 D23 Expo Exclusive

Cinderella’s Castle will boast a new look for what is being billed as the ultimate Disney fan event. A repaint of his 2013 Keepsake Ornament willbe issued for and only available at the 2013 D23 Expo Event, Being held August 9-11 in Anaheim, CA.

Repaint

Original

Cinderella’s Castle
Disney Cinderella

March 24th, 2013|0 Comments

2013 Barbie Heirloom Ornaments

Carlton Cards will be releasing 6 Barbie ornaments as part of their 2013 Heirloom Ornament Collection.

Holiday™ BARBIE™ Ornament
1st in the ornament series
Inspired by Holiday™ Barbie® Doll.
To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Holiday™ Barbie® Doll collection, Barbie shines in a silver-themed dress with wintery accents.
A special charm to commemorate the silver anniversary is also attached to the ornament. 4½” h.
$17.95 USA CXOR-079D

Holiday™ BARBIE™ Ornament
1st in the ornament series
Inspired by Holiday™ Barbie® Doll.
To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Holiday™ Barbie® Doll collection, Barbie shines in a silver-themed dress with wintery accents.
A special charm to commemorate the silver anniversary is also attached to the ornament. 4½” h.
$17.95 USA CXOR-080D

Pink & Pretty™ BARBIE™ Ornament
1st in series
Everything about her is chic, including her
faux fur edged robe. 4¼” h.
$18.95 USA CXOR-081D

1959 Debut™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Barbie™ collectors everywhere will recognize this
accurately designed homage to the original Barbie®
doll introduced in 1959. 4½” h.
$17.95 USA CXOR-091D

Sophisticated Lady™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Barbie’s elegance abounds with this opulent
evening gown and coat. Every exquisite detail
portrays sophistication. 4½” h.
$19.95 USA CXOR-078D

Prima Ballerina™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Poised on stage with a classic tutu and silver tiara,
Prima Ballerina is ready for her encore performance. 4¾” h.
$17.95 USA CXOR-092D

In addition to the 6 Barbies being released by Carlton Cards, two other Barbie ornaments will be released as part of the American Greetings line.

Solo in the Spotlight™ BARBIE™ Ornament
$12.99 USA AXOR-094D

Mariposa™ BARBIE™ Ornament
Simply dazzling as a magical butterfly fairy with
sparkly wings, Mariposa™ BARBIE™ is the
star of her own movie. 4½” h.
$12.99 USA AXO-081D

March 6th, 2013|0 Comments

2013 Reveal: Wireless Disney Band Continuity Program (UPDATED)

Create a medley of holiday cheer by collecting all 5 members of the Disney Band-each features a different instrument and plays 2 well-known Christmas songs.

Minnie
Wireless Disney Band

Donald
Wireless Disney Band

Goofy
Wireless Disney Band

Daisy
Wireless Disney Band

Mickey
Wireless Disney Band

Minnie –  Available beginning September 25
Donald– Available beginning October 7
Goofy – Available beginning October 21
Daisy – Available beginning November 4
Mickey – Available beginning November 18

While they each play special songs and move to the music individually, the real fun begins when they wirelessly interact with each other for a complete band experience-even if they’re placed in different areas of the same room.

Wireless function works up to 25’ apart. Each song approx. 10 – 20 seconds. Press and hold button to activate continuous play mode (a song plays every 2 minutes). On/off switch; includes 3 replaceable AAA batteries.  $15.95 each with any purchase.  Hallmark Gold Crown Exclusive.

January 24th, 2013|0 Comments

2012 Reveal: Star Wars Celebration VI Exclusive Ornament Set

Star Wars Celebration VI

August 23-26, 2012

Obi-Want Kenobi and Ponda Boba
Star Wars: A New Hope™
Set of 3 ornaments.

Hallmark has created a special edition, limited-quantity set, of two (plus) Keepsake ornaments featuring Obi-Wan Kenobi and Ponda Baba (and the hapless alien’s severed arm that can be hung separately on the tree) exclusively for Star Wars Celebration VI.  This Lucasfilm produced gathering is scheduled for August 23-26, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

  • Orange County Convention Center
    9860 Universal Blvd.
    Orlando, FL 32819
June 23rd, 2012|0 Comments

2012 Comic-Con Exclusive Keepsake Ornaments

Three limited-quantity exclusive Keepsake ornaments with specific fan appeal will be offered at this years Comic-Con International* (July 11-15, 2012) and New York Comic Con (October 11-14, 2012) events.

A daily allotment of each design will be available for purchase at the Hallmark booth at each event.

4-LOM and Zuckuss
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™
Set of 2 ornaments

Comic-Con International: 1,000 sets
New York Comic Con: 800 sets

The Dark Knight Returns
Batman

Comic-Con International: 875 sets
New York Comic Con: 700 sets

Cylon Centurion
Battlestar Galactica™

Comic-Con International: 750 sets
New York Comic Con: 600 sets

Additional Information

*Comic-Con International is an annual fan convention that was founded in 1970. It is traditionally a four-day event (Thursday through Sunday — though a four-hour preview night on Wednesday is open to professionals, exhibitors, and some guests pre-registered for all four days) held during the summer in San Diego, California, at the San Diego Convention Center.

Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy and film/television, and related popular arts, the convention has expanded over the years to include a larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, anime, manga, animation, toys, collectible card games, video games, webcomics, and fantasy novels. The convention is the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

May 30th, 2012|0 Comments
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