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Snow Globes: Not Just for Christmas Anymore

In  Inspiration By  John K
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I love listening to the stories our customers share with us, especially during the holiday season. It seems this year there is a reoccurring theme. Snow globes. Water or snow globes are a huge decorating trend for holiday 2010.

I remember fondly my very first snow globe, given to me on Christmas Eve, 1961. Right after the Christmas Church pageant, I was awarded an Away in the Manager globe for remembering all my lines in the play. I also remember, with a smile, the last episode of the TV show St. Elsewhere when the autistic son, looked into his snow globe, shook it and the entire hospital came alive.

Did you know that water globes (The correct name, snow globes-came much later) have an interesting history? Water globes first appeared in the late 1800's in France and are believed to be derived from the concept of paperweights. The first water globe was a palm-sized glass globe featuring the Eiffel Tower as the center piece with a ceramic base. It was introduced to the public in the 1889 Paris Exposition and became a great souvenir item. Snow globes spread across Europe from France to Germany, Austria, Poland and then England. Figurines, clocks, dolls, medals and wedding flowers were made into snow domes. (TRIVIA: The original snow was crushed egg shells.)

When planning our 2010 holiday assortment of GLASS, we wanted to include water globes so you can create your own memory for many years to come. We have selected 5 of the most popular sizes, and listed are some ideas to jump start your creativity. (We have also included step by step instructions on our website to make the perfect globe).

1. New Baby, Wedding or Anniversary

2. Graduation or College Alumni

3. First or new home

4. Family Members

5. Your favorite pet

6. Passing of a loved one

7. Favorite Sport or pastime

8. Awards and Souvenirs

9. Favorite Keepsake or holiday decoration

As I look forward to home decorating themes for 2011, snow globes are being featured as accent pieces on tables, mantles, shelves and ledges. The globes are no longer just for the holidays.

The aquarium globe pictured was created by artists Val Oswalt and Julie Haan.

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Meet John Kershek –Trend Forecaster John has spent many years of his career in the fashion and trend industries. He has created numerous products that have combined the most up-to-date looks with functionality. John has been a global traveler and has searched many countries and cities for the next new color or emerging new lifestyle trend. In one article, John was noted for his “sensible taste, his acute color awareness and practical approach to fashion.” Throughout his career, John has championed new products that have become instant best sellers. “I always want to show how an average person can change up his or her environment by adding dashes of color, a new pattern or a quick twist of everyday objects. I believe global fashions or trends are instant to all people, regardless of where they live. Each of us can see new colors or trends in many different ways. I enjoy showcasing fresh ideas or concepts and watch as YOU make them relative to your own space,” said John. John will be explaining how colors and trends ebb and flow in our daily lives. He will teach us how a “creative eye” can jump start a new fresh approach in our personal spaces. Look for various articles in the future from the “TREND FORECASTER."