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Nature’s Sketchbook

Imagine a snow-covered landscape—a very cold world of only grays and whites. It is serenely silent—the snow muffling the sound. Then all of a sudden, a few cardinals land on the feeder. WOW! That’s color!!! The first time I saw them, I could hardly believe my eyes. It can’t be—the birds must be fake! I am still amazed every time I see them!

Marjolein Bastin

Description

4th in the series

Artist: John "Collin" Francis (sculpt) and Marjolein Bastin (design)
Released: 2006 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $10.00 USA/$13.99 CAN
Material(s):
Dimensions: 3" h.
SKU: QX2383
Produced in: China
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In this series of Keepsake Ornaments, the renowned Dutch artist offers a glimpse into the world of nature she has loved since childhood. A different scene appears each year.

Description

4th in the series

Artist: John "Collin" Francis (sculpt) and Marjolein Bastin (design)
Released: 2006 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $10.00 USA/$13.99 CAN
Material(s):
Dimensions: 3" h.
SKU: QX2383
Produced in: China
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In this series of Keepsake Ornaments, the renowned Dutch artist offers a glimpse into the world of nature she has loved since childhood. A different scene appears each year.

digital DREAMBOOK Team2022-08-19T00:04:32-06:00July 1st, 2006|

Twuthful Tweety

Dear Santa, I looked
in my heart for the twuth–
this year was I cwabby
or ever uncouth?
Well, I’m pleased to weport
I behaved pwetty nice
with a few wittle swip-ups
I had, once or twice.

Description

Magic (light)

Tweety's sign lights up green or red as you turn the sign to decide if he's been naughty or nice–It's up to you! On ornament: I'VE BEEN WEALLY, WEALLY GOOD THIS YEAR.

BATTERY OPERATED. Batteries (two LR44) included.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2006 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $15.00 USA/$19.99 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4½" h.
SKU: QXI6123
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Description

Magic (light)
Tweety's sign lights up green or red as you turn the sign to decide if he's been naughty or nice–It's up to you! On ornament: I'VE BEEN WEALLY, WEALLY GOOD THIS YEAR.

BATTERY OPERATED. Batteries (two LR44) included.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2006 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $15.00 USA/$19.99 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4½" h.
SKU: QXI6123
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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digital DREAMBOOK Team2021-11-23T02:49:34-06:00July 1st, 2006|

The Merry Mayhem Workshop

Hurry! Scurry! Ho-Ho-Ho!
It’s Christmas Eve! It’s time to go!
The sleigh is waiting! Reindeer, too!
Thumbs-up from Santa’s flight-check crew!
The workshop’s filled with busy elves
all scrambling to outdo themselves
and get those last few presents right
before that big red sleigh takes flight!
Santa’s got his “nice list” out
and all his maps to check his route.
Soon he’ll wave one last “good-bye”
and head those reindeer toward the sky.
So hurry, elves, no time to rest–
the North Pole’s at its merriest!

Keepsake Artist Contributions

Workshop Wall – Edythe Kegrize
Floor Detail – Lynn Norton
Roof – Don Palmiter
Banisters and Tables – Robert Chad
Outer Wall – Terri Steiger

Map Room:

Tree Topper – Mike Dirham
Santa – Rudy Garcia
Globe (miniature ornament) – Chris Webb
Map Room Illustrations – Tom Best
Mouse – Tracy Larsen

On Stairs:

Elf on Stairs – Nina Aubé
Robot (miniature ornament) – Nello Williams
Baseball and Glove – Anita Marra Rogers
Sitting Elf (miniature ornament) – Tammy Haddix

Lower Level:

Pony – Katrina Bricker
Bear in Package, Gifts, and Wrapping Papers – Joyce Lyle
Tree Skirt and Packages – LaDene Votruba
Rocking Horse (miniature ornament) – John “Collin” Francis
Ribbon Basket – Julie Forsyth
Elf Tying Bow – Joanne Eschrich
Helper Elf – Sue Tague
Santa’s Bag – Kristina Kline
Elephant (miniature ornament) – Sharon Visker
Elf with Santa’s Bag – Lane Feuer

Not Visible in Picture:

Train Set and Circus Wagon (on left side) – Ken Crow
Cat and Box (miniature ornament) – Linda Sickman

Description

Studio Edition
Christmas Display

Includes workshop scene and 6 miniature ornaments. Features the talents of 26 Keepsake Ornament Studio Artists. Includes 6 miniature Keepsake Ornaments.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 2005 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $75.00 USA
Material(s):
Dimensions: 9" h.
SKU: QXC5013
Produced in:
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Description

Studio Edition
Christmas Display
Includes workshop scene and 6 miniature ornaments. Features the talents of 26 Keepsake Ornament Studio Artists. Includes 6 miniature Keepsake Ornaments.

Artist: See Keepsake Artist Contributions
Released: 2005 (KOCC Events)
Retail Price: $75.00 USA
Material(s):
Dimensions: 9" h.
SKU: QXC5013
Produced in:
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digital DREAMBOOK Team2018-04-27T15:07:28-06:00December 25th, 2005|

Welcome to Keepsake Lane – San Jose, CA

Attending Artists
Local Club Dinner
Event Product

Return to 2005 Map

Event Date: Saturday, November 5, 2005

Location & Contact Information:

San Jose Marriott
(800) 314-0935

Start Time: 8:00 a.m. (Charter Member – 7:30 a.m.)
End Time: 5:00 p.m.

Attending Artists

John “Collin” Francis

Tracy Larsen

Joyce Lyle

Nello Williams

Mike Durham

Debra Murray

Local Club Dinner

Event Date: Friday, November 4, 2005

The program for the dinner included a “Town Hall” format and feature questions for the signing artists and KOC staff. Each Local club was allowed to submit two questions (attached to the dinner reservation form) that they’d like to have considered to be answered at the local club dinner.

Each local club member attending the Friday night dinner received a repaint of the 8th in the “A Pony For Christmas series” Keepsake ornament.

Event Product

Dinner

Gift Bag

Product Shop

Register-to-Win

Keepsake Ornaments were given away hourly at the events. The signed sports star ornaments included: Jason Giambi, Kobe Bryant, Brett Favre, Jerry Rice and Peyton Manning.

digital DREAMBOOK Team2025-11-01T15:10:22-06:00November 5th, 2005|

Holiday Sledding

Description

Set of 2 ornaments

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$21.95 CAN
Material(s):
Dimensions: 2¼" h. (Raggedy Andy); 2" h. (Raggedy Ann)
SKU: QXI6282
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Set of 2 ornaments

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005 (Ornament Premiere)
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$21.95 CAN
Material(s):
Dimensions: 2¼" h. (Raggedy Andy); 2" h. (Raggedy Ann)
SKU: QXI6282
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digital DREAMBOOK Team2021-01-25T12:29:12-06:00July 1st, 2005|

Anakin Skywalker’s Jedi Straighter

Anakin Skywalker’s Jedi Straighter
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith ™

A precursor to the Imperial TIE fighter, Anakin’s Jedi starfighter is equipped with long guns in front of the cockpit and an astro- mech droid port, occupied by the ever reliable R2-D2. Sections of the ship have been painted yellow, while others retain an untouched metallic finish reminiscent of Anakin’s very first combat experience in a Naboo fighter.

Featured in the opening sequence of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, the Jedi Starfighter combines blazing speed and lethal maneuver-ability as Anakin races high above Coruscant with his friend and mentor, Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi.

John “Collin” Francis
Hallmark Keepsake Artist Don Palmiter
Hallmark Keepsake Artist

Description

Magic (sound)

To hear the sounds of combat, press button on bottom of ornament.

BATTERY OPERATED. Batteries (three LR44) included.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis and Don Palmiter
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $28.00 USA/$41.00 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4.25" w.
SKU: QXI6192
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

NOTE Holiday Memory Cars enclosed

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Description

Magic (sound)
To hear the sounds of combat, press button on bottom of ornament.

BATTERY OPERATED. Batteries (three LR44) included.

NOTE Holiday Memory Cars enclosed

Artist: John "Collin" Francis and Don Palmiter
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $28.00 USA/$41.00 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4.25" w.
SKU: QXI6192
Produced in: China
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digital DREAMBOOK Team2024-01-29T22:40:30-06:00July 1st, 2005|

Sweet Irish Dancer

From her bouncy red curls to her toe-tapping black gillies, this “Sweet Irish Dancer” looks eager to do a jig! The velvety green dress suggests the rich fabric used in Irish dance costumes. Also typical are the delightful details gold braid and colorful floral embroidery on the cape and Celtic knotwork around the hem.

Inspired by the Madame Alexander® doll which debuted in 2003, this merry miss honors a proud tradition as she high steps through the holidays!

Description

10th in the series.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$21.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & fabric
Dimensions: 3.5" h.
SKU: QX2055
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

NOTE: Holiday Memory Card enclosed.

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Description

10th in the series.

NOTE: Holiday Memory Card enclosed.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $14.95 USA/$21.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & fabric
Dimensions: 3.5" h.
SKU: QX2055
Produced in: China
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digital DREAMBOOK Team2023-07-06T06:28:30-06:00July 1st, 2005|

Lighthouse Greetings

LIGHTHOUSE GREETINGS

Is there a storm brewing? No today, reports the penguin from his watch post on the weather vane. Santa and Mrs. Claus take advantage of a sunny day to go out on the dock and sing a few carols.

This design was inspired by lighthouses along the northeastern coast. The beacon light in the tower flashes continuously, and light glows softly inside the home.

John “Collin” Francis
Hallmark Keepsake Artist

Use only with standard UL, cUL, or CSA listed or certified miniature light strings using push-in type bulbs, having multiples of 35 bulbs or 50 bulbs in series.

Typical electrical rating 6 volts, 1.2 watts.

For indoor use only.

Not for use with blinking lights.

Complete display instructions enclosed.

Limited Warranty through 2005 enclosed.

Description

9th in the series.

Magic (flashing light)

The beacon light in the tower flashes continuously, and light glows softly inside the home.

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $24.00 USA/$35.00 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4.75" h.
SKU: QX2272
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

NOTE: Holiday Memory Card enclosed

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Description

9th in the series.

Magic (flashing light)
The beacon light in the tower flashes continuously, and light glows softly inside the home.

NOTE: Holiday Memory Card enclosed

Artist: John "Collin" Francis
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $24.00 USA/$35.00 CAN
Material(s): plastic
Dimensions: 4.75" h.
SKU: QX2272
Produced in: China
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digital DREAMBOOK Team2024-01-18T18:05:26-06:00July 1st, 2005|

Cordelia

Joyful Tidings
Cordelia
Red is the color of Love

The Joyful Tidings angels have arrived, bringing with them the beautiful colors of the season. Each angel represents a color and its symbolic meaning—and it is her joy to share this gift with us at Christmas.

Cordelia wears warm red to help her do what angels do – bear messages from heart to heart. She brings to mind the rosy cheeks a mother kisses when her child comes in from the cold, the crimson ribbon on a package for a special someone, or the red-mittened hands that reach out to embrace a friend. Cordelia serves as a tender reminder of Love in all its forms.

Description

Artist: Edythe Kegreize (design), LaDene Votruba and John "Collin" Francis (sculpt)
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $12.95 USA/$18.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & metal
Dimensions: 4.5" h.
SKU: QP1832
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Cordelia
Joyful Tidings

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Joyful Tidings Collection - Each Angel in this collection represents a color and its symbolic meaning.

Description

Artist: Edythe Kegreize (design), LaDene Votruba and John "Collin" Francis (sculpt)
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $12.95 USA/$18.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & metal
Dimensions: 4.5" h.
SKU: QP1832
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Cordelia
Joyful Tidings

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Joyful Tidings Collection - Each Angel in this collection represents a color and its symbolic meaning.

digital DREAMBOOK Team2025-03-24T23:32:01-06:00July 1st, 2005|

Cordelia

Joyful Tidings
Cordelia
Red is the color of Love

The Joyful Tidings angels have arrived, bringing with them the beautiful colors of the season. Each angel represents a color and its symbolic meaning—and it is her joy to share this gift with us at Christmas.

Cordelia wears warm red to help her do what angels do – bear messages from heart to heart. She brings to mind the rosy cheeks a mother kisses when her child comes in from the cold, the crimson ribbon on a package for a special someone, or the red-mittened hands that reach out to embrace a friend. Cordelia serves as a tender reminder of Love in all its forms.

Description

Artist: Edythe Kegreize (design), LaDene Votruba and John "Collin" Francis (sculpt)
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $12.95 USA/$18.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & metal
Dimensions: 4.5" h.
SKU: QP1805
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Cordelia
Joyful Tidings

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Joyful Tidings Collection - Each Angel in this collection represents a color and its symbolic meaning.

Description

Artist: Edythe Kegreize (design), LaDene Votruba and John "Collin" Francis (sculpt)
Released: 2005
Retail Price: $12.95 USA/$18.95 CAN
Material(s): plastic & metal
Dimensions: 4.5" h.
SKU: QP1805
Produced in: China
Production Date(s):

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Cordelia
Joyful Tidings

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Joyful Tidings Collection - Each Angel in this collection represents a color and its symbolic meaning.

digital DREAMBOOK Team2025-03-24T21:33:37-06:00July 1st, 2005|

John Collin Francis

Dinner

Gift Bag

Product Shop

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Dinner

Gift Bag

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