Holiday Ornaments
Using a specially designed brush with a curved handle and sometimes only one
bristle, the skilled artisan carefully draws the outline of the design on the inside
of the mouth-blown glass shape. Next, the foreground details are painted. Each
additional layer of colour is applied in reverse order, with the background being
the last application. Skill, patience and careful planning create a work of art to
be treasured forever. Presented in a decorative box.
Eagle Ornament
Glass ornament with an eagle design by Bill Helin, a Tsimshian native
gold engraver, painter, woodcarver and book illustrator. The eagle is
a symbol of power.
9999840748 EA $17.95
Spirit Bear Holiday Ornament
Spirit bear design by Bill Helin. Also known as a Kermode bear, this
rare bear lives in the central coast of BC and has a white coat. In First
Nations mythology, the spirit bear was made pure white by the Creator
to remind people of the Ice Age, and are believed to bring good
fortune to those who encounter them. Measures 9 cm.
9999840621 EA $17.95
Parliament Buildings Design Holiday Ornament
The Parliament Buildings in Victoria were built in 1893 by 25-year-old architect
Francis Rattenbury in honour of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. It is now
home to the Legislative Assembly of BC. This delightful ornament has been made
especially for the DCV. No one else has this very special product. The perfect gift
to commemorate a visit or a career! Quantities of this item will always be limited,
so it is sure to become a treasured heirloom. Decorated by hand, it displays a
beautiful scene with blue skies, green foliage, the war memorial, totem pole,
and BC flag flying high in front of our beloved BC Parliament Buildings.
Presented in a handsome red gift box. Measures 9 cm.
9999840645 EA $17.95
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Winter Fun Ornament
This handmade pewter holiday ornament
features a winter scene that captures the spirit
of the Canadian winter and will provide lasting
memories for generations to come.
9999840749 EA $15.95
Baby Whale Suncatcher
Handmade crystal suncatcher with an Aboriginal design of a baby
whale by Wade Baker of the Kwakiutl nation. The beveled outside
rim will catch the light and make an elegant addition in front of any
window. The whale, known as the guardian of the oceans, is a symbol
of transformation and communication in Aboriginal legend. The
suncatcher comes attractively boxed, surrounded by royal blue velvet.
Measures 2 1/16".
9999840664 EA $15.95
Dragonfly Suncatcher
Handmade crystal suncatcher with an Aboriginal design of a
dragonfly by Wade Baker of the Kwakiutl nation. The beveled outside
rim will catch the light and make an elegant addition in front of any
window. The dragonfly, known as the dream messenger, is a symbol
of creativity and change in Aboriginal legend. The suncatcher comes
attractively boxed, surrounded by royal blue velvet. Measures 2 1/16".
9999840662 EA $15.95
Hummingbird Suncatcher
Handmade crystal suncatcher with an Aboriginal design of a
hummingbird by Wade Baker of the Kwakiutl nation. The beveled
outside rim will catch the light and make an elegant addition in
front of any window. The hummingbird, known as the messenger
of good news, is a symbol of love, beauty, joy and healing in
Aboriginal legend. The suncatcher comes attractively boxed,
surrounded by royal blue velvet. Measures 2 1/16".
9999840663 EA $15.95
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