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Hallmark Holiday Cookie Cutters

Posted on May 6, 2016 by gmastree

I’ve long found Hallmark imprint style cookie cutters to be most attractive and wondered whether they were very collectible. I turned to the Hallmark website for information on them and found nothing. I then did an internet search on them … Continue reading →

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What Sizes do Fontanini Nativity Figurines Come In?

Posted on April 1, 2016 by gmastree

I listed this 1983 Gabriel with Sheep Fontanini figurine on Amazon this week and it got me to thinking. What sizes are these popular figurines made in?  A little web research later and here is the answer. While their most … Continue reading →

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Christmas Themed Games

Posted on March 25, 2016 by gmastree

I was listing this Christmas themed Bingo game on Amazon this week and began wondering what other Christmas themed games are published.  So I began a search. Here’s what I found: “Gift Trap Board Game and Party Game” 12 Days … Continue reading →

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OCI Omnibus Ceramics

Posted on February 12, 2016 by gmastree

Recently while shopping at my favorite thrift store, I was attracted to a Santa pitcher that was marked OCI Omnibus on the bottom. I wasn’t familiar with the manufacturer name so resolved to research it when I returned home with … Continue reading →

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Fitz and Floyd

Posted on February 6, 2016 by gmastree

I first encountered Fitz and Floyd ceramic pieces in the 1980s in a gift store in West Linn, Oregon. The intricate designs and quality porcelain, along with a hefty price tag, were distinctive and I had to have at least … Continue reading →

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Dept 56 Possible Dreams Retirements 2015

Posted on November 24, 2015 by gmastree

Retirements Photo Product ID Product Name List Price Introduced Possible Dreams Bon Appetit 4038526 “Ate Tiny Reindeer” $58.00 January, 2014 4038527 “Cup Of Santa” $60.00 January, 2014 4042161 “Cup Of Santa AA” $60.00 January, 2014 4046481 “Sweethearts” $108.00 January, 2015 … Continue reading →

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Dept 56 Snowbabies Accessories Retirements 2015

Posted on November 17, 2015 by gmastree

Retirements Photo Product ID Product Name List Price Introduced 4040970 “Red Sequin Poinsettia Stem” $5.00 January, 2014 4042181 “Glittery Tree w. Snow Dust Med” $35.00 January, 2014 4042182 “Glittery Tree w/ Snow Dust Lrg” $65.00 January, 2014

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Dept 56 Snowbabies Snow Dream Retirements 2015

Posted on November 17, 2015 by gmastree

Retirements http://www.fromgrandmastree.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/40318661.jpg Photo Product ID Product Name List Price Introduced 4019944 “Angel Of My Heart” $20.00 January, 2011 4031866 “Who Wears It Best?” $25.00 January, 2013 4031867 “Starlight Serenade” $22.50 January, 2013 4031870 “Singing In The Snow Ornament” $15.50 January, … Continue reading →

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Dept 56 Snowbabies Guest Collection Retirements 2015

Posted on November 16, 2015 by gmastree

Retirements Photo Product ID Product Name List Price Introduced 4027468 “Wicked Witch of the West” $20.00 January, 2012 4027562 “Giggles With Tink” $25.00 May, 2012 4035759 “Yellow Brick Road” $45.00 May, 2013 4037309 “Singing Silver & Gold” $35.00 January, 2014 … Continue reading →

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Dept 56 Snowbabies Classic Collection Retirements 2015

Posted on November 16, 2015 by gmastree

Retirements Photo Product ID Product Name List Price Introduced 807315 “Put on Your Big Girl Shoes” $20.00 January, 2010 4026472 “Look At Me Baby Boy” $18.50 January, 2012 4026473 “Look At Me Baby Girl” $18.50 January, 2012 4027737 “Surprise For … Continue reading →

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