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.
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.
2014 Barbie Heirloom Ornaments
Carlton Cards will be releasing 6 Barbie ornaments as part of their 2014 Heirloom Ornament Collection.
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®
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:
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).
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.
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
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.
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 – 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.
2012 Reveal: Star Wars Celebration VI Exclusive Ornament Set
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
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.
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.

































