The Ornament - The Ornament includes a large variety of rare antique Christmas ornaments, old Swiss embroideries, new Christmas miniatures, and more. Margrit Utz, an antique dealer from Zurich, Switzerland has done a great job providing items for the serious Christmas collector, as well as things that will fit a beginning collector's appetite. This website is a must-see!

Vintage/ Antique/ Old Christmas Ornaments - This is a wonderful website from Barbara Brunner-Romer of Switzerland. This is a great place to find old original Christmas ornaments, Dresdens, and other original antique Christmas materials (click here to buy ornaments directly from Barbara's shop). She maintains a group which exchanges information on Christmas items. Information about this E-Mail List Service is found on her home page.

Rucus Studio - We highly respect Scott for his creative talents. Just wait until you see his one-of-a-kind creations including Santas and more made out of composition and paper mache, and embellished with vintage and antique materials to give all his pieces a feeling of the past. P.O. Box 1872, Portage, Michigan. (269) 553-1852. E-mail: rucusstudio@chartermi.net.

D. Blumchen & Company - is a great source for crafting supplies, such as Dresden trims, new (and some old) diecuts, and much more. Parts of their website is still under construction. Catalogs vary in price: order by mail (check their website for pricing); D. Blumchen and Company, P.O. Box 1210-W, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07451-1210. Their phone is (866) 653-9627; Canadian and Overseas customers: (201) 652-5595

Mary Morrison's German Snow Babies - Mary's website is devoted to antique German snow babies, Santas, gnomes, snowmen and other bisque Christmas figures. Pictured are examples from her new book, "Mary Morrison's German Snow Babies". This is Mary's second book about antique snow babies and her third Christmas book.

Bob Brenner, Author of several books on Christmas collectibles - It was Bob's books showcasing the fabulous old ornaments that inspired us to create our beautiful creations! Bob is an antique Christmas collector, and the author of several wonderful books including Christmas Past, Christmas Revisited, and Christmas Through The Decades. His books are extremely well written, and are full of fantastic information. You can contact Bob using the information below:

Robert Brenner, 316 W. Main St., Princeton, WI 54968; telephone (920) 295-3009; fax (920) 295-0269
E-Mail: rebrenner@dotnet.com Visit Bob's website: CLICK HERE

Places to Visit

The National Christmas Center - We personally visited this wonderful Christmas museum in August 2006, and it is incredible beyond our wildest Christmas dreams! It is truly a magical place for people of any age; definitely a must-see on your next visit to the Pennsylvania area. 3427 Lincoln Highway E. Paradise, PA 17562. Phone: (717) 442.7950, or contact: info@nationalchristmascenter.com.

Antiques and Fine Art

Annette R. Hall, fine Artist - www.arhall.com. Specializes in colorful abstract and floral images. Works in a variety of media, including watercolor, pastel, acrylic, gouache, and oil.

Southampton Antiques - New England's largest selection of American Antique Victorian furniture (walnut, rosewood and mahogany) and Turn of the Century oak furniture with fine accessories. Over 400 items pictured on line with prices. Please check our website and for more information email: antiques@souhantq.com or call (413) 527-1022.

Circa Antiques Ltd - Circa Antiques Ltd. has been in business for 29 years.  Specializing in fine 19th century American Classical and Victorian furniture and accessories. We have always admired unusual pieces, furniture with interesting form or function, and of course beautiful pieces.  With the new century we have come on line for all to browse our store. 377 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217.  718-596-1866.

American Antiques on Hanover Street - Antiques on Hanover Street - specializes in 1820-1920 furniture, with an emphasis on the finest walnut, rosewood and mahogany Victorian furnishings. Their 7000 square foot shop is the largest in southcentral Pennsylvania and they ship worldwide.

American Antique Furniture Market - a 25 year family tradition in quality Antique Furnishings and Decorative Accessories. Our 12,000 square foot store features turn of the Century Oak, Mahogany and Walnut,which is our mainstay. Eclectic pieces are also found here that add interest to a shopping experience. Excellence in workmanship is what we have built a lasting reputation on that brings customers back to us over and over again. Visit our web site catalogue with a great selection of our items on line for your perusal.