2010 Switzerland, Santas Around the World

2010 Switzerland, Santa's Around the World

2010 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament

QXC1023

Christmastime arrives across Switzerland's Alpine peaks and valleys with ringing bells and visits from enchanted characters. One such figure is St. Nicholas, who parades through Swiss towns on his feast day, the sixth of December. Accompanied by men clanging large cowbells, St. Nicholas carries a book in which children's good and mischievous deeds are recorded. Later the children themselves ring bells, going house to house to collect treats. The design of St. Nicholas's robe illustrates two of Switzerland's beloved art forms: beautiful embroidery - as seen in the edelweiss flower trim - and intricate paper cuts - as demonstrated by the charming chalet scene.

This ornament was exclusively available to members of the Keepsake Ornament Club at the 2010 Hallmark Ornament Debut held in October 2010.


Artist: Edythe Kegrize

Size: 4¼" H