2020 Collection: NFL Players
The 2020 NFL Draft starts today. Although it may be a few years before any of tonights picks become memorialized as a Keepsake Ornament, here are past draft picks that are part of the this years line-up.
Patrick Mahomes II
Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes II – The Kansas City Chiefs selected Mahomes in the first round (10th overall) in the 2017 NFL Draft.
Sony Michel
New England Patriots
Sony Michel – Michel was selected by the New England Patriots in the first round ( 31st overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft.
Michael Thomas – The New Orleans Saints drafted Thomas in the second round (47th overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft.
Michael Thomas
New Orleans Saints
James Conner – Conner was drafted by the Steelers in the third round (105th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.
James Conner
Pittsburgh Steelers
2020 Video: Artist Insights (Pint-Sized Percolator)
Keepsake Artist Matt Johnson packs in the cuteness with his Pint-Sized Percolator Keepsake Ornament.
Matt drew inspiration from his love of coffee when crafting this miniature ornament. He said, “Coffee is a necessity! I find that when I am caffeinated, I can be more focused on my Keepsake work. Every morning I grind up coffee beans to make a fresh brew. Caffeine can also be found in hot chocolate and chocolate candy so when in a pinch, I reach for the Easter candy or fire up the kettle to make cocoa.”
2020 Collection: Childhood Books
In celebration of World Book Day*, here are the childhood books that will be on the shelf in 2020.
Pete the Cat
Go, Dog. Go!
by P.D. Eastman
Crumbs Much Too Small
Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!™
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™
*NOTE: World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day, or International Day of the Book, is an annual event organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to promote reading, publishing, and copyright. The first World Book Day was celebrated on 23 April in 1995, and continues to be recognized on that day.
2020 Video: Artist Insights (Pull-String Llama)
Keepsake Artist Edythe Kegrize shares how she pulled out all the stops for her Pull-String-Llama Ornament.
The holiday season is always special to Edythe, but even more so this year! She said, “This year, I look forward to Christmas with an increased appreciation of being surrounded by family and friends, nothing beats just being together.”
2020 Collection: Birds and Nature
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, here is a review of the Birds and Nature ornaments included in the 2020 Keepsake Ornament line.
The Beauty of Birds Clock
Clever Cockatiel Surprise
Mystery Box Ornament
Brilliant Butterflies
4th in the series.
Outdoor Bird Ornament Set
Black-Throated Blue Warbler
The Beauty of Birds
16th in the series.
Lady Black-Throated Blue Warbler
The Beauty of Birds
Limited Edition
Caroling Cardinal
Cozy Critters
4th in the series.
Sunflower Fairy
Fairy Messengers
16th in the series.
Premium
Majestic Plumed Bird
Beautiful Black- Capped Chickadee
Regal Red Bird
Cute Cardinal Couple
Miniatures
Bitty Butterfly
Cozy Lil’ Critters
2nd in the series.
Western Tanager
The Miniature Beauty of Birds
12 in the unofficial series.
NOTE: In 1970, Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson and activist John McConnell separately asked Americans to join in the grassroots demonstration with the goal of raising awareness about mankind’s role in protecting our natural world. McConnell originally chose the spring equinox (March 21, 1970) and Nelson chose April 22, which ended up becoming the official celebration date. (Given that the date of the spring equinox changes over time, it could have made things more complicated to go with that date!)
On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day, 20 million Americans ventured outdoors and protested in favor of a more eco-conscious society. Though Earth Day started out as more of a political movement, today it has become a popular day for many communities to gather together and clean up litter, plant trees, or simply reflect on the beauty of nature.
2020 Video: Artist Insights (Christmas Angel)
Keepsake Artist Joanne (Eschrich) Wright shares all the intricate details that make her 2020 Hope Christmas Angel so special.
Adorned with monarch butterflies and flowers, this Hope ornament invites you to reflect on the beauty found in new life. Joanne was asked what this ornament means to her right now and she said, “This angel reminds us that even through the toughest of times, ‘hope brings new life!’”
2020 Videos: Artist Insights (UPDATED)
Here are links to more Keepsake Ornament videos showing the artist talking about some of the designs they created for 2020.
Find out how Keepsake Artist Joanne (Eschrich) Wright is making this season extra jolly with her charming Jolly Snowman Blown Glass Ornament.
Keepsake Artist Matt Johnson packs in the cuteness with his Pint-Sized Percolator Keepsake Ornament.
Keepsake Artist Nello Williams put just the right spin on this year’s “Nellco” Rockin’ Little Record Player.
Keepsake Artists Robert Chad and Joanne (Eschrich) Wright team up to create the charming, vintage style Nostalgic Santa Porcelain Ornament.
Keepsake Artist Tammy Haddix’s Holiday Parade rolls on this year with a little inspiration from a fellow Keepsake Artist.
Keepsake Artist Kris Gaughran relied on one of her favorite holiday traditions when crafting A Christmas Cookie Miniature Ornament.
UPDATE (04.21.20) – Added Jolly Snowman by Joanne (Eschrich) Wright.
UPDATE (04.22.20) – Added Pint-Sized Percolator by Matt Johnson.
UPDATE (04.23.20) – Added Rockin’ Little Record Player.
UPDATE (04.24.20) – Added Nostalgic Santa by Robert Chad and Joanne (Eschrich) Wright; Holiday Parade (2) by Tammy Haddix; and A Christmas Cookie, Petite Penguins (5) by Kris Gaughran.
2020 Video: Artist Insights (“Sweet” Family Members)
Keepsake Artist Tammy Haddix sweetens up the holidays with her 2020 Family Keepsake Ornaments.
Tammy was asked where she pulled inspiration from for these ornaments and she said, “I have two ice cream makers and have been making vanilla bean frozen yogurt lately, but I am looking forward to making all kinds of homemade ice cream this summer! My favorite will be strawberry ice cream with big chunks of strawberries! Yum!”
2020 Video: Artist Insights (Puppy Love)
Keepsake Artist Anita Rogers relied on a few four-legged family members when designing the 2020 Puppy Love Keepsake Ornament.
Anita is loving the extra time with her dogs right now! She said, “It’s a time when we can show them just how special they are. I’ve heard that pet adoptions are at an all-time high, too. So many animals are finding their forever homes that otherwise might have never gotten that chance and that’s such a positive thing!”
2020 Video: Artist Insights (A Pony for Christmas)
Keepsake Artist Debra Nielsen added a bit of high-flying fun to this years “A Pony for Christmas”. Find out how she reached new heights when.
This silver-winged pony and aviator teddy bear are off on some high-flying fun in this 23rd in series ornament!