2019 Member Exclusives – KOC Product Shop
Six of the Member Exclusive offerings for 2019 have been revealed.
April
Christmas Window 2019
(North Pole Creamery)
Christmas Windows
17th in the series.
July
Clever Cockatiel
October
Mickey Mouse Marionette
Disney Mickey Mouse
O Tannenbaum
Blue Chiffon Barbie™ Ornament
Fashion Model Collection
Sugar Plum Fairy
Nutcracker Suite
1st in the series.
Ornament Spotlight: Robin
Robin
The Beauty of Birds
14th in the series.
The Legend of the Christmas Robin
On that first Christmas, it is said, the night was wrapped in a bitter chill. The small fire in the stable was nearly out, and the Mother Mary worried that her baby would be cold. She turned to the animals about her and asked them for help.
“Could you blow on the embers,” she asked the ox, “so the fire might continue to keep my son warm?”
But the ox lay sound asleep on the stable floor and did not hear her. Next, Mary asked the donkey to breathe life back into the fire, but the sleeping donkey did not hear Mary either. Nor did the horse or sheep. She wondered what to do.
Suddenly, Mary heard a fluttering of little wings. Looking up, she saw a plain, brown-colored little robin fly into the stall. This robin had heard Mary calling to the animals and had come to help her himself. He went over to the dying fire and flapped his wings hard.
His wings were like little bellows, huffing and puffing air onto the embers, until they glowed bright red again. He continued to fan the fire, singing all the while, until the ashes began to kindle.
With his beak, the robin picked up some fresh, dry sticks and tossed them into the fire. As he did, a flame suddenly burst forth and burned the little bird’s breast a bright red. But the robin simply continued to fan the fire until it crackled brightly and warmed the entire stable. The Baby Jesus slept happily.
Mary thanked and praised the robin for all he had done. She looked tenderly at his red breast, burned by the flame, and said “From now on, let your red breast be a blessed reminder of your noble deed.”
And to this day, the robin’s red breast covers his humble heart.
-From “A Christmas Stocking” by Louise Betts Egan
2019 Sneak Peek: Sarah’s Hallmark In-Store Artist Signing Event
In conjunction with the Sarah’s Hallmark Friday night dinner in Johnston, IA, Hallmark Master Designer Joanne Eschrich shared a sneak peek of some of the designs she is working on for the 2019 Keepsake ornament line.
by Joanne Eschrich
Glistening Lantern
Keepsake Power Cord
Wings of Splendor
Contributors to post: Diana & Janet
2019 Sneak Peek: Ho Ho Club of Orange County In-Store Artist Signing Event
In conjunction with the Ho Ho Club of Orange County In-Store Artist Signing event in Fountain Valley, CA, Hallmark Artist Tracy Larsen shared a sneak peek of some of the designs he is working on for the 2019 Keepsake ornament line.
by Tracy Larsen
Holiday Lighthouse
8th in the series.
North Pole Public Radio
Press Release: More Than 125 New Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments To Be Released at Annual October Debut Event
Keepsake Ornament Debut at Hallmark Gold Crown stores and Hallmark.com starts October 6
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (October 2, 2018) — During Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Debut more than 125 all-new Keepsake Ornaments will make their first appearance exclusively at Hallmark Gold Crown stores and online at Hallmark.com. The eagerly anticipated annual event, held October 6–14, is a chance for shoppers to pick up a limited edition or first in series ornament or any Keepsake, enjoy event-exclusive offers and start shopping for the holidays.
“This year marks the 45th Anniversary of Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments. We’re excited about the new ornaments being released including top licensed characters and traditional favorites, as well as innovative ornaments that bring your tree to life,” said Nicole Reid, General Manager – Keepsakes and Hallmark Ornaments for Hallmark. “We want consumers to feel the magic with new ornaments in order for them to capture those special moments and memories in their lives. We also have accessories, tree toppers and table-top decorations that help set the scene for a perfect holiday celebration.”
Some highlights of the new Keepsake Ornaments arriving at the Ornament Debut include:
New Keepsake Ornament Storytellers
- Watch Linus and Charlie Brown bring your tree to life with the launch of the first two “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Storyteller Ornaments complete with light and sound.
Linus
A Charlie Brown Christmas Collection
Charlie Brown
A Charlie Brown Christmas Collection
Personalized Keepsake Ornaments
- Create your own custom moment with the new Personalized Keepsake Ornaments. Add a name, photo or phrase to make a one-of-a-kind gift for someone special or an ornament that is uniquely yours, exclusively available at Hallmark.com.
Limited Quantity Exclusives
- Put the finishing touches on your tree with one of the seven limited quantity exclusives pieces including DC’s Batman™ Classic TV Series The Riddler™, Warner Bros.’ Looney Tunes™ Tasmanian She- Devil™ – The Blushing Bride, LIONEL® Trains 2245P Texas Special Locomotive, and Season’s Treatings ornaments.
The Riddler
Batman™
The Blushing Bride
Tasmanian She-Devil – LOONEY TUNES
2245P Texas Special Locomotive
LIONEL® Trains
Season’s Treatings
10th Anniversary
First in Series
- New, first in series releases include the Christmas Carnival five-part series — Journey to the Stars ornament, by artist Ken Crow and the Luminous Lighthouse Tabletop Decoration.
Journey to the Stars
Christmas Carnival
1st in the five-part series.
Luminous Lighthouse
Tabletop Decoration
1st in an unofficial series.
Premium Keepsake Ornaments
- New stylish and sophisticated Premium Keepsake Ornaments designed with the finest materials and embellishments are sure to be standouts on this year’s tree.
Stunning Swan
Pull-String Polar Bear
Regal Reindeer
Winter Angel
To make Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Debut even more exciting, shoppers can unlock rich bonus point offers for their Keepsake ornament purchases, plus 500 bonus points for each purchase from the Hallmark Heritage Collection. This year, Hallmark has partnered with Toys for Tots to donate $1 for every Rudolph Itty Bitty or Rudolph Keepsake purchase.
Record Player
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer®
A Very Shiny Nose
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer®
Hallmark Gold Crown stores also use the Ornament Debut to mark the kick off to the holiday season as Hallmark Gold Crown stores offer their first look at 2018 Christmas products. Visit Hallmark.com/stores to find the nearest Hallmark Gold Crown store.
Press Release: Crown Center & Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments Unveil 2018 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Ornament
Season of Giving & Celebration Begins with One of Kansas City’s Most Iconic Holiday Traditions for Charity
KANSAS CITY, MO – OCTOBER 1, 2018 – The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund, Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments and Crown Center will debut the 38th edition of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Ornament, “All Aboard,” which was designed this year by Hallmark Keepsake Artist Matt Johnson. Made with recycled wood from last year’s tree, the ornament goes on sale November 23 and gives back to the Kansas City community with all proceeds donated to the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund.
Collectors and gift-givers can attend an ornament signing event with Matt Johnson at the Crown Center Atrium on November 28 between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Matt will only be signing the 2018 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Ornament during this special event.
All Aboard
38th in the series.
This year’s ornament, All Aboard, joins the collection of 31 other ornaments that have been recycled from previous trees to benefit the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund, a charitable foundation whose mission is to provide assistance to the less fortunate in Kansas City during the holiday season and benefits senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and underprivileged children. This unique and sustainable gift is available for $13.95 + tax and will be available for purchase at Crown Center Customer Service (located on Level 2 of the Crown Center Shops), along with ornaments from previous years. The All Aboard ornament is available for pre-sale online now. For more information, visit the Crown Center website and watch this video detailing the annual tradition and 2018 ornament.
“We are thrilled to work with Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments for the 2018 Christmas ornament, and give back to the less fortunate of Kansas City through the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund with the sale of these ornaments. For decades, the annual ornament has served as a symbol of Kansas City’s charitable spirit and a time-honored tradition offering friends and families an opportunity to embrace the magic of the holiday season,” said Stacey Paine, president of Crown Center Redevelopment Corporation.
The Mayor’s Christmas Tree has stood at Crown Center as a symbol of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund since 1973. The 100-foot-tall Mayor’s Christmas Tree, one of the tallest in the nation, is the centerpiece of holiday celebrations at Crown Center. The tree will arrive after a 2,000-mile journey through six states at 9 a.m. on Thursday, November 1 and be placed into its stand at approximately 10 a.m. on Friday, November 2.
For more information about the Arrival of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree and additional Crown Center holiday events and activities, please visit www.crowncenter.com.
Reveal: 2018 Keepsake Collector’s Puzzle
Mary’s Angels
Keepsake Collector’s Puzzle
Inspired by 60-year Hallmark Master Artist Mary Hamilton’s paintings of cherubic angels, the Mary’s Angels Keepsake Ornament series is one of our most popular. The very first Mary’s Angels Keepsake Ornament was released in 1988 and this collector’s puzzle celebrates 30 years of adorable and heavenly ornaments.
550 interlocking pieces
24″ w. x 18″ h.
$14.99 USA
2019 Sneak Peek: The Paper Store of Framingham’s In-Store Artist Signing Event
In conjunction with The Paper Store of Framingham Friday night dinner in Framingham, MA, Hallmark Master Designer Joanne Eschrich shared a sneak peek of some of the designs she is working on for the 2019 Keepsake ornament line.
by Joanne Eschrich
Father Christmas
16th in the series.
Nautical Santa
Heritage Collection
Contributors to post: SamIam
2019 Sneak Peek: Member Exclusives
Two of the Member Exclusive offerings for 2019 have been revealed.
Sugar Plum Fairy
Nutcracker Sweet
1st in the series.
Sugar Plum Fairy (2019)
1st in the Nutcracker Sweet series.
For her new limited-series ornament collection, Edythe Kegrize delved into her memories watching the ballet. “I went to this ballet several times as a child and loved the colorful, elaborate costumes and creative set designs. I still enjoy the music each Christmas,” Edythe recalls. Each ornament in her new Nutcracker Sweet series will feature a character from the famous ballet. Edythe describes them as “sweet, simple forms and inspired by clothespin dolls and simple wooden ornaments from Germany. The colorful costumes will have fabric, crystals and other attachments for a more handcrafted quality.”
Christmas Window 2019
(North Pole Creamery)
17th in the Christmas Windows series.
Christmas Window 2019
Christmas Windows
17th in the series.
For the next ornament in her Christmas Window series (17th), Tammy Haddix didn’t have to look far for inspiration. “My window ornaments are always inspired by my boys and the things they like,” Tammy says. And the watchful observer just might recognize an old friend on next year’s ornament. “Since my pet shop window ornament, I’ve always included a little spaniel dog. And I’ve always wanted to create the scene of a boy getting a small ice cream cone for the dog! This sweet dog is his best friend, just like my Baxter, our labradoodle, is for my boys.” Tammy hopes next year’s window brings back fond memories of the ice cream shops of yesteryear. “I sure know I was craving ice cream as I sculpted it!”
Excerpted from: “A little peek at 2019 club ornaments,” For Keeps: Volume 17, Issue 4, Fall 2018”
2019 Sneak Peek: Carrie‘s Hallmark Shop’s In-Store Artist Signing Event
In conjunction with the Carrie‘s Hallmark Shop Friday night dinner in Jefferson City, MO, Hallmark Master Designer Edythe Kegrize shared a sneak peek of some of the designs she is working on for the 2019 Keepsake ornament line.
by Edythe Kegrize
Summer Tanager
The Beauty of Birds
15th in the series.
Tiny Black Cat
Miniature
Contributors to post: Linda