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2018 In-Store Signings – Tulsa, OK

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Route 66 Keepsake Collectors Club’s In-Store Artist Signing Event

Event Date: Saturday, August 18, 2018

Location & Contact Information:

J’s Hallmark Shop #39
The Farm Shopping Center
6544 E. 51st St.
Tulsa, OK 74145-7603

(918) 664-2000

Attending Artists

Tom Best

Tom Best

Don Palmiter

Hotel Accommodations

Although there isn’t an event hotel here is a list of hotels that are conveniently located to J’s Hallmark and the restaurant.

Holiday Inn Express Tulsa Midtown
4680 E. Skelly Dr.
Tulsa, OK 74135

(918) 986-8200
For online reservations: Click Here

Rodeway Inn
9010 E. 71st St.
Tulsa, OK 74133

(918) 459-5321
For online reservations: Click Here

Comfort Inn Midtown
4530 E Skelly Dr.
Tulsa, OK 74135

(918) 488-8777
For online reservations: Click Here

Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Midtown
4518 E Skelly Dr.
Tulsa, OK 74135

(918) 878-7777
For online reservations: Click Here

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tulsa – Warren Place
6110 S Yale Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74136

(918) 495-1000
For online reservations: Click Here

Friday Night Dinner “With the Artists”

Open to the general public

Date: Friday, August 17, 2018

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location:

LaFortune Park Golf Course Clubhouse
5501 S. Yale Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74135

Festivities Include:

  • Dinner (Italian – served buffet style)
  • Tom and Don will give a brief presentation and be available to answer questions.
  • Raffle
    – Tickets will be available for purchase (1 for $2, 3 for $5, 6 for $10)
    – All proceeds to benefit Tulsa County Emergency Family Shelter
    – Attendees are also encouraged to bring items for the shelter (ie, full size health and beauty aids, white socks or underwear-adult or children, diapers, baby wipes, etc.) One raffle ticket will be given for each item donated for up to 10 items.

Event Fee: $40/attendee

Reservations: To reserve a spot for our dinner, please call Vicki Greenwade at (918) 527-1243 or email vgreenwade@gmail.com or Rr66koc@gmail.

Mail payment to:

Vicki Greenwade
4125 N. Pine Ave.
Broken Arrow OK 74012

Please include your e-mail address with your payment. An email confirmation will be sent upon receipt of your check.

Saturday Signing

  • Store will open at 10:00 a.m.
  • Edythe will be available for signing  from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. to sign the event piece and any ornaments (past and present) she has created.
  • Although individuals will be limited to two signatures per pass through the line, attendees are invited to go through the line as many times as time will allow.

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2014 In-Store Signings – Littleton, CO

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The Rocky Mountain Ornament Club’s In-Store Artist Signing Event

Event Date: Saturday, September 13, 2014

Location & Contact Information:

Amy’s Hallmark #475
Aspen Grove
7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Ste. 720
Littleton, CO 80120-2975

(720) 283-1684

Attending Artists

Don Palmiter

Debra Nielsen

Note: Hallmark announced earlier this year that after 47 years, Senior Artist, Don Palmiter will be retiring this year. This will be his last signing event before retirement.

Hotel Accomodations

Hampton Inn & Suites
3095 West County Line Rd.
Littleton, CO 80129

(303) 794-1800

Friday Night Dinner “With the Artists”

Please join us for a wonderful meal, door prizes and a visit with Don Palmiter and Debra Nielsen, our attending Hallmark Keepsake artists.

Open to the general public.  Limited to 70 attendees.

(Friday Night Dinner is SOLD OUT)

Date:  Friday, September 12, 2014

Time:

  • Meet & Greet: 5:30 p.m. (No-Host Cash Bar)
  • Dinner: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Location:

The Bistro at Aspen Grove
7301 South Santa Fe Drive, Unit 180
Littleton, CO 80120

(303) 347-2424

Event Fee: $30.00 USD (tax & gratuity included)/attendee

Reservations: To reserve a spot for our dinner either visit our club sponsor: Amy’s Hallmark, or mail payment to:

Rocky Mountain Ornament Club
c/o Amy’s Hallmark Aspen Grove
7302 South Santa Fe Drive, Unit 720
Littleton, CO 80120

Please make checks/money orders payable to:  Rocky Mountain Ornament Club

Reservation Deadline: September 1, 2014

Dinner:

Entree (your choice of):

  • Salmon Piccata
  • L’Entrecote Au Poivre (beef)
  • Chicken Cordon Blue
  • Sides
  • Dessert: Creme Brûlée
  • Beverage

Note: A no-host cash bar and specialty coffee will also be available.

Saturday Signing

  • Attendees are encouraged to arrive early as Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen Sink, the limited-quantity event exclusive ornament, will be available on a first come first serve basic. Likewise this piece can not be pre-ordered or reserved in advance.
  • Artist will be available for signing  from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Signing times will be assigned on a first come first served basis.
  • Although individuals will be limited to two signatures per pass through the line, attendees are invited to go through the line as many times as time permits.

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Deb started off her presentation by talking about Hallmarket, A Hallmark Art Fair which showcases the creative talents of over 100 Hallmark employees’, including: artists, photographers, sculptors, designers, and photo stylists . [This is the artists’ personal work outside their jobs with Hallmark.] This years fair will be held Saturday, September 27, in Crown Center Square by the ice rink, from 10 AM – 5 PM. Purchases may be made by cash or check, directly to the artist.

During her presentation Deb shared that Linda Sickman has fully retired. As a result of Linda’s retirement, Deb has taken over the ‘A Pony for Christmas’ series. She went on to say that she has always loved horses and is looking forward to working on this series. In closing Deb revealed that next years design features a circus horse.

A Pony For Christmas*
18th in the series
By Debra Nielsen.

*Note: Although pictures weren’t shown at the event, I have included a previously released picture of the 2015 ‘A Pony For Christmas’ ornament, that was included in the 2014 Dream Book event Sneak Peek presentation, to help individuals visualize what it looks like.

While acknowledging his wife Karol, who accompanied him to the event, Don shared a interesting piece of trivia: The Victorian Inn (Karol Inn), 19th in the Nostalgic Houses and Shops series, is named after her.

Don then went on to recount about his career with Hallmark. He said he was recruited during his senior year of high school after Hallmark saw the portfolio he had prepared for his college admissions. One week after graduating from North Kansas City High School he started working at Hallmark.

In the late eighties Don came up with the idea for the ‘Classic American Car’ series. Three years after presenting his idea, the series was launched. As a result of having worked on this series for so long, his Hallmark colleagues nick named him the ‘Wheel Guy’.

In addition to liking cars Don also likes architecture. This year’s edition to the ‘Nostalgic Houses and a Shops’ series, ‘Andy’s Cars,’ is named after his wife’s uncle, who owned ‘Andy’s New and Used Cars’. Don also said that we will probably see the name ‘Mollie’ incorporated into the name or design of a future building as this is his granddaughter’s name. [Could this be a hint about what he is working on for 2016?]

Don concluded his speech by talking about his impending retirement. Currently he is working on designs for 2016, after which he will officially retire and then move to Tulsa, OK to be closer to his children and grandchildren. Once retired he may still collaborate with other artists on future ornament designs. Likewise he said he hopes to be included in future KOC events.

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2014 In-Store Signings – Issaquah, WA

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Issaquah Tree Trimmers’ In-Store Artist Signing Event

Event Date: Saturday, August 16, 2014

Location & Contact Information:

Mark’s Hallmark Shop, #58
1175 NW Gilman Blvd.
Issaquah, WA 98027

(425) 392-0604

Attending Artists

Don Palmiter

Matt Johnson

Note: Hallmark announced earlier this year that after 47 years, Senior Artist, Don Palmiter will be retiring this year. This will be one of his last signing events before retirement.

Hotel Accomodations

A limited number of rooms have been set aside and are available at a discounted rate at the Hilton Garden Inn.

Hilton Garden Inn – Issaquah
1800 NW Gilman Blvd
Issaquah, WA 98027

(425) 837-3600
For Online Reservations: Click Here

Individuals are encouraged to reserve their room early (deadline for reservations is July 25th). Mention Hallmark Signing Event to get the discounted rate.

Friday Night Dinner “With the Artists”

Open to the general public. Limited to first 100 people

Date: Friday, August 15, 2014

Time:

  • Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
  • Dinner Begins: 7:00 p.m.

Location:

Pogacha Restaurant of Issaquah
120 Northwest Gillman Boulevard
Issaquah, WA 98027

Event Fee: $50.00 USD/attendee

Includes:

  • Admission to the dinner,
  • Five drawing tickets
  • one-year membership to our club,
  • Limited Edition “Issaquah Tree Trimmers” 2014 Event T-shirt
  • “Golden Ticket” – A product voucher for “Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen Sink”, the In-Store event exclusive signing piece. This voucher guarantees its holder the opportunity to purchase this event exclusive piece on Saturday.
  • Artist Signing ticket along with VIP access to the Keepsake Artists (one-hour before the general public) for a more intimate signing experience.
  • A special Hallmark “thank-you” gift for every member

Reservations: To reserve a spot for our dinner and indicate what T-shirt size you will be wanting, please call our sponsor store, Mark’s Hallmark Shop at: (425) 392-0604. Please note: T-shirts will be unisex.

Then mail payment to:
2014 KOC Signing Event
c/o Mark’s Hallmark Shop, #58
Attn.: Shawna
1175 NW Gilman Blvd. #B13
Issaquah, WA 98027

Dinner:

Features Northwest and Adriatic cuisine, including:

  • Seasonal Greens
  • Orange Vinaigrette Salad
  • Homemade Pogachas – soft, chewy flatbread brick-oven pizzas covered witha special blend of 5 Cheeses
  • Tomato and Basil
  • Red Onion Artichoke
  • Fresh Salmon – Wild Oven Baked Salmon Fillets
  • Dobar Chicken Pasta – Grilled chicken breast with port soaked grapes and a port wine Gorgonzola cream sauce
  • Roasted New Potatoes
  • Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables
  • Dessert: Confetti Cupcakes – a selection of cupcakes from one of our local bakeries
  • Boehm’s Candies and Chocolates – a sampling of European-style chocolates from our very own neighborhood chocolate factory.
  • Beverage: Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea, Coca-Cola, Diet Coke Sprite and Lemonade

We have planned a wonderful and memorable evening with special surprises for each of our guests.

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Event Recap

At the Local Club Dinner event in Issaquah, WA, Don and Matt each gave a personal insight into one of their 2014 Keepsake ornaments and shared a Sneak Peek of one of their 2015 Keepsake ornaments.

Matt started the program by saying he enjoys designing snowmen characters. He then talked about ‘I Melt.’ one of the magic ornaments he has designed for this year. He said that when he first started designing this ornament, he was thinking of Johnny Cash and over time the snowman evolved or ‘melted’ into it’s final design.

Since Matt enjoys fishing, he choose ‘Gone Fishing,’ a cute whimsical ornament for his 2015 Sneak Peek. This ornament which combines both of his interests was developed after a recent fishing trip that he went on with Keepsake artist Tom Best.

Matt concluded his presentation by saying, that although he is not a series artist by nature, he is not opposed to taking on a series if the right inspiration comes along.

Gone Fishing
By Matt Johnson.

Don took the stage and discussed, in depth, his obvious love for cars and how he believes: “ornaments are not only memories but should each tell a story. It’s the memories and the stories they tell, that make the ornaments special.” Don continued: “although he has enjoyed his entire career at Hallmark and all the series he has created, he had the most fun during the 10 years period that he designed the ‘Kiddie Cars’ series-not just designing the cars but also traveling and getting to meet collectors and seeing their pedal car collections first hand.”

Don then spoke about his ‘2014 Chevrolet® Corvette® Stingray™’ which will be available in December. After stating that this piece has been in development for several years, He described, in fascinating detail, the process of working with car manufacturers, from the early concept stage through the entire development process, in order to time the release date of the ornament with that of the actual 2014 C7 Stingray.

Don also spoke about his contributions to the ‘Nostalgic Houses and Shops’ series. He said many of the buildings in this series have personal touches that connect to his own life, family members and people he has met along the way. As an example he referenced how the ‘Town Hall and Mayor’s Christmas Tree’ piece list him as the mayor.

He then talked about next year’s ornament, the ‘Keepsake Korners Pet Shop.’ As an interesting piece of trivia he mentioned that the design incorporates a couple of miniaturized versions from Anita Marra Roger’s ‘Puppy Love’ series.

Keepsake Korners Pet Shop
32nd in the Nostalgic Houses and Shops series.
By Don Palmiter.

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2010 In-Store Signings – Cypress, CA

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The HoHo Club of Orange County’s In-Store Artist Signing Event

Event Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010

Location & Contact Information:

Nancy’s Hallmark
Cypress Center
6915 Katella Ave.
Cypress, CA 90630-5109

(714) 761-1411

Attending Artists

Don Palmiter

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1937 Steelcraft Auburn

Description

KOC Event Exclusive

Repaint of 1995 Luxury Edition full sized Kiddie Car.
Nickel-plated exhaust pipes, steering wheel and decorative elements, French bulb horn and distinctive windshield.
Limited Edition (8 pieces).

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 1995 (KOC Events)
  • Retail Price: FREE
  • Material(s):
  • Dimensions: 4" h. x 3" w. x 8½" l.
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Description

KOC Event Exclusive
Repaint of 1995 Luxury Edition full sized Kiddie Car.
Nickel-plated exhaust pipes, steering wheel and decorative elements, French bulb horn and distinctive windshield.
Limited Edition (8 pieces).

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 1995 (KOC Events)
  • Retail Price: FREE
  • Material(s):
  • Dimensions: 4" h. x 3" w. x 8½" l.
  • SKU:
  • Produced in: 
  • Production Date(s): 

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1947 Chevrolet® Pickup

With its gracefully sweeping fenders, massive
front grille, and abundant chrome accents, this
1947 pickup marked the end of the Art Deco Era
in Chevrolet® truck design. Remembered as one
of the best-looking Chevy trucks ever, this
distinctive prewar model was taken out of
civilian production during World War II but
made a triumphant return afterward. Billed at
the time as America’s “Most Popular Pickup
Truck,” it was replaced (through not necessarily
outclassed) by the larger, more utilitarian
“Advanced Design Series” introduced later in
the same model year.

Description

Special Edition

This repainted version of the 13th ornament in the All-American Trucks series was issued in limited quantities and only available at the 2007 Keepsake Ornament Collector's Club events.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2007 (KOCC Events)
  • Retail Price: $15.00 USA
  • Material(s): Styrene & metal
  • Dimensions: 4¼" w.
  • SKU: QXC2369
  • Produced in: 
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Description

Special Edition
This repainted version of the 13th ornament in the All-American Trucks series was issued in limited quantities and only available at the 2007 Keepsake Ornament Collector's Club events.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2007 (KOCC Events)
  • Retail Price: $15.00 USA
  • Material(s): Styrene & metal
  • Dimensions: 4¼" w.
  • SKU: QXC2369
  • Produced in: 
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Keepsake Village Puzzle

Keepsake Village
Keepsake Collector’s Puzzle

Recall charming days gone by with this quaint winter village scene. Nestled in the snowy mountainside, you’ll spot a toy shop, fire station, bungalow, cafe, and other classic structures from the Nostalgic Houses and Shops Keepsake Ornament series. One of Hallmark’s longest-running series, it debuted in 1984 with the Victorian Dollhouse and is beloved by collectors for it’s delightful details.

At Hallmark, we love making puzzles as much as we love building them. In fact, we have a long tradition of creating high-quality puzzles featuring stunning photography and beautiful illustrations—two of Hallmark’s greatest strengths.

Description

1000 interlocking pieces.

Features Keepsake Ornaments from the popular Nostalgic Houses and Shops series arranged on tree-covered, snow-capped hills.

  • Artist: Donna Lee and Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2017 (Ornament Debut)
  • Retail Price: $19.95 USA
  • Material(s): paper & chipboard
  • Dimensions: 30" w. x 24" h.
  • SKU: PUZ1400
  • Produced in: China
  • Production Date(s): 

Collectors of the Nostalgic Houses and Shops Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments will adore this charming puzzle that features beloved designs from the series arranged on snow-capped hills.

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Description

1000 interlocking pieces.
Features Keepsake Ornaments from the popular Nostalgic Houses and Shops series arranged on tree-covered, snow-capped hills.

Collectors of the Nostalgic Houses and Shops Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments will adore this charming puzzle that features beloved designs from the series arranged on snow-capped hills.

  • Artist: Donna Lee and Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2017 (Ornament Debut)
  • Retail Price: $19.95 USA
  • Material(s): paper & chipboard
  • Dimensions: 30" w. x 24" h.
  • SKU: PUZ1400
  • Produced in: China
  • Production Date(s): 

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Wreath of Memories

Keepsake Ornament Club has a lot to celebrate after twenty-five
years—friends made, collections built, and memories cherished.
Reflecting the lives of collectors, Keepsake Ornament Club has
grown and changed through the years, adding new chapters to
the story every holiday season with sneak previews, special events,
and member-exclusive ornaments. As we remember some of our
favorite moments from years past, we want to thank some of our
favorite people—collectors—for twenty-five years of great memories.

This special edition wreath ornament—sculpted by Keepsake
Master Artist Don Palmiter and modeled after the 1987 Wreath
of Memories ornament given to KOC Charter members–
commemorates twenty-five years of Hallmark’s Keepsake
Ornament Club. What an honor it has been to share our love
of ornaments with you and what a wonderful reason to celebrate!
Happy 25th Anniversary!

Description

KOC 25th Anniversary
Special Edition

On ornament KOC EVENT. Year dated 2011.

This ornament was issued in limited quantities and only available at the 2011 Keepsake Ornament Club event.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2011 (KOC Event)
  • Retail Price: $19.95 USA
  • Material(s): composite
  • Dimensions: 4.02" w. x 5" h. x 2.01" d.
  • SKU: QXC5034
  • Produced in: 
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Coordinating Ornament

Wreath of Memories
Keepsake of Membership




Collectible series replicas trimming the wreath: (clockwise): ’05 Forsythia, 18th in the Mary’s Angels series (QX2315), ’10 Snow Buddies, 13th in the series (QX8103), ’05 Toymaker Santa, 6th in the series (QX2205), ’99 House on Holly Lane, 16th in the NH&S series (QX6349), ’11 Ireland, 1st in the Angels Around the World series (QX8917), ’05 Northern Cardinal, 1st in the Beauty of the Birds series (QX2135) & ’89 Frosty Friends, 10th in the series (QX45

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Description

KOC 25th Anniversary
Special Edition
On ornament KOC EVENT. Year dated 2011.

This ornament was issued in limited quantities and only available at the 2011 Keepsake Ornament Club event.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter
  • Released: 2011 (KOC Event)
  • Retail Price: $19.95 USA
  • Material(s): composite
  • Dimensions: 4.02" w. x 5" h. x 2.01" d.
  • SKU: QXC5034
  • Produced in: 
  • Production Date(s): 

Collectible series replicas trimming the wreath: (clockwise): ’05 Forsythia, 18th in the Mary’s Angels series (QX2315), ’10 Snow Buddies, 13th in the series (QX8103), ’05 Toymaker Santa, 6th in the series (QX2205), ’99 House on Holly Lane, 16th in the NH&S series (QX6349), ’11 Ireland, 1st in the Angels Around the World series (QX8917), ’05 Northern Cardinal, 1st in the Beauty of the Birds series (QX2135) & ’89 Frosty Friends, 10th in the series (QX45

Coordinating Ornament

Wreath of Memories
Keepsake of Membership




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1958 Chevrolet® Impala®

Description

3rd in the Keepsake Kustoms series.

Hot rod fans will love counting all the custom touches on this nifty red coupe—3rd in the Keepsake Kustoms series. Made of high quality die-cast metal, this 1958 Chevrolet® Impala® Christmas ornament has white-wall tires that turn and a shiny paint job to add some more sparkle to your tree.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter, Robert Hurlburt
  • Released: 2017 (Ornament Debut)
  • Retail Price: $17.95 USA
  • Material(s): Die-Cast Metal
  • Dimensions: 1.5" w. x 1.1" h. x 4" d.
  • SKU: QX9014
  • Produced in: 
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Description

3rd in the Keepsake Kustoms series.
Hot rod fans will love counting all the custom touches on this nifty red coupe—3rd in the Keepsake Kustoms series. Made of high quality die-cast metal, this 1958 Chevrolet® Impala® Christmas ornament has white-wall tires that turn and a shiny paint job to add some more sparkle to your tree.

  • Artist: Don Palmiter, Robert Hurlburt
  • Released: 2017 (Ornament Debut)
  • Retail Price: $17.95 USA
  • Material(s): Die-Cast Metal
  • Dimensions: 1.5" w. x 1.1" h. x 4" d.
  • SKU: QX9014
  • Produced in: 
  • Production Date(s): 

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