Ornaments

Each day the parrotfish dines on hard coral reef. This requires an incredibly strong set of teeth and dedication. Hard coral is no match for the st...

Did you know a horseshoe crab is not a crab, but more closely related to spiders? These bottom-dwelling coastal creatures have a fascinating anatom...

Despite their name and reputation, hermit crabs are social creatures and can live together in pairs or groups. A hermit crab’s reputation is known ...

Cancer, the crab, is the fourth sign of the zodiac. People born under this sign are sensitive, traditional, and nurturing. In ancient Greece, crabs...

The lobster is an unusual creature. Its skeleton is on the outside of its body; it listens with its legs, tastes with its antennae, and has teeth i...

The Lobster is a most unusual creature. Not only is its skeleton on the outside of its body, but it listens with its legs, tastes with its antennae...

This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poure...

Blending the simple yet elegant style of art deco with the more playful and kitschy versions from the fifties, this whimsical and colorful ornament...

The sea otter makes its home on the shores of the Pacific Ocean where it swims, dives and forages. Sea otters are exceptional animals for their use...

This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally...

Having traveled the seas for over 100 million years, sea turtles have essentially remained unchanged. They survived beyond the extinction of the d...

Sharks have been living in the oceans for 350 million years. They are incredibly sensitive to sounds, scents, and vibrations, making them efficient...

According to legend, the sand dollar was left by Christ. On one side, a Christmas Poinsettia is represented to symbolize His birth, and on the othe...

Hula is the traditional folk dance of Hawaii. It is designed not only to entertain, but to instruct and inspire. All the movements have a special ...

This helpful gadget was invented over 100 years ago, initially to help Italian factory workers take shorter coffee breaks. Today, we enjoy our espr...

The Hawaiian transliteration of "Merry Christmas" is "Mele Kalikimaka." Here's to a very Merry Christmas—and Mele Kalikimaka! Celebrate Christmas i...

South Carolina is the Palmetto State in honor of its state tree. A gem of the southern U.S., South Carolina is home to beautiful beaches, lighthous...

Known as the Badger State, today Wisconsin is recognized as the dairy capital of America. Wisconsin with its German and Norwegian heritage and love...

Tennessee has been known as the Volunteer State since the War of 1812 when they sent 1,500 volunteer soldiers, showcasing the state’s military and ...

"The Lone Star Flag" is the national flag of the Republic of Texas. The red, white, and blue of the state flag represent bravery, purity and loyalt...

The Garden State is the fourth smallest state but is the most densely populated. New Jersey includes 130 miles of Atlantic Coast with 11 lighthouse...

The Lone Star State is known for its cowboy culture and famous longhorn cattle. The Texas landscape is diverse, including cacti and is now decorate...

Alabama is nicknamed the Yellowhammer state after the state bird, the Northern Flicker. As the woodpecker flies, its bright yellow tail and underwi...

The Sooner State is home to the scissor-tailed flycatcher, the American Bison, real cowboys and oil derricks that still pump black gold. Enjoy a t...