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Coming Your Way … Celebrate365 Summer Issue

It’s in the mail … the summer issue of Celebrate365 … featuring ornaments and folk art from these designers:

	Who do you know? Can you match the designer with his or her creation? Artistry of Poland Carrie Murtha Christina’s World Christopher Radko David Strand Inge-glas JingleNog Lori Ann Corelis Maggie’s Memories for Bethany Lowe Designs Nancy Malay Pam Garcia Patricia Breen Soffieria De Carlini Thomas Glenn Answers to follow!

	Who is Who on the Cover: Front Cover: Row 1: David Strand Sunflower Santa; Carrie Murtha Blue Cat Hot Air Balloon; Artistry of Poland Sun and Moon (double-faced ornament) Row 1: Patricia Breen Tartan Beeskep; Thomas Glenn Japanese Lantern, Raspberry; Artistry of Poland Butterfly Row 3 (on watermelon): Christinas’s World Golden Sunflowers; Soffieria De Carlini Caterpillar; Inge-glas Lucky Lady Bugs (full size & petite); Artistry of Poland Sunflower; Soffieria De Carlini Ants Bottom of Page: JingleNog Ribit-O-Rana Back Cover: Row 1: JingleNog SunDays; Thomas Glenn Oriental Teapot Row 2: Thomas Glenn Swan; Christopher Radko Nap Time Nick Row 3: Patricia Breen Aviary Finial, Green; Nancy Malay Patriotic Chester; Pam Garcia Hotdog Vendor; Lori Ann Corelis E Plurbus Row 4: Maggie’s Memories for Bethany Lowe Designs Yankee Doodle Dandy; Carrie Murtha Smiling Frog Row 5: Soffieria De Carlini Gentleman Snake; Christopher Radko Beat the Heat; JingleNog Sailor’s Delight; Christopher Radko Sandy Family
Featured in this issue: Artistry of Poland Bethany Lowe Designs, Maggie’s Memories Bronner’s Carmen Ellis, Spooky Hollow Carrie Murtha Christina’s World Christopher Radko David Strand Designs Flora Thompson Inge-glas Jennifer MacNeill Traylor JingleNog Joy to the World Klassics by Kurtis, 248-593-1034 Lori Ann Corelis Nancy Malay Old World Christmas Ornaments to Remember Pam Gracia Patricia Breen Robert Brawley Soffieria De Carlini Susan Vanderhoek Sweetb Folk Art Thomas Glenn Please Support Our Advertisers: Bethany Lowe Designs Apple Tree Gallery David Strand Designs Debbee Thibault Elaine Roesle’s Snow Children Eric Cortina Ornaments The Heart Cottage The Historical Christmas Barn Kitty’s Ltd Spooky Time Jingles Williams Nursery Willow Springs Family Farm

Celebrate365, Spring Issue Arriving Soon


Coming soon to a mailbox near you … Celebrate365’s Spring 2010 issue! Cover design: Sheryl Parsons – Mother’s Dream Artworks Celebrate365 is beginning its second decade of reporting holiday, ornament and folk art news. I can hardly believe that it has been 10 years since this little “retirement” pastime began. How technology has changed in those 10 years! Back in October 1999, I used my brand new, top of the line 1.5 megapixel Sony digital camera to take photos for the the Halloween test issue. I must say that my camera and editing skills have improved significantly over that first black and white issue. I’ll be announcing 10th Anniversary celebrations and surprises in the coming days and weeks. Stop back often for updates! To purchase a single copy of this issue, CLICK here.
Inside this Issue:

Illustrated in this Issue: On the Cover Designers: Bethany Lowe Designs Allen Cunningham for BLD Debra Schoch for BLD Johanna Parker (BLD) Bruce Elsass Christina’s World Christopher Radko David Strand Designs Debbee Thibault Elaine Roesle Eric Cortina JingleNog Joy to the World Collectibles Maggie’s Memories Ornaments to Remember Soffieria De Carlini Teena Flanner Thomas Glenn Vaillaincourt Folk Art: Carrie Murtha Elizabeth Howard David Everett Flora Thompson Lori Rudolph Inside the Issue (Easter): Bethany Lowe Designs Greg Guedel Carrie Murtha Christina’s World Christopher Radko David Everett David Strand Designs Debbee Thibault Elizabeth Howard Flora Thompson Folk Art from the Heart Ginny Diezel Greg Guedel JingleNog Laurie Hardin Lori Rudolph Mary Lesniak Nancy Malay Patricia Breen Design Sheryl Parsons Soffieria De Carlini Inside the Issue (Atlanta 2010): Bethany Lowe Allen Cunningham Debra Schoch Dee Foust Johanna Parker Maggie’s Memories Vergie Lightfoot Bruce Elass David Strand Debbee Thibault Christina’s World Christopher Radko Elaine Roesle Eric Cortina Inge-glas JingleNog Joy to the World Klassics by Kurtis Old World Christmas Ornaments to Remember Teena Flanner Soffieria De Carlini Thomas Glenn Vaillancourt Folk Art Shop for Items Illustrated in this Issue: Eric Cortina Collection Chicken Lips The Christmas Tree David Strand Designs Elaine Roesle’s Snow Children The Heart Cottage The Historical Christmas Barn Kitty’s Ltd Williams Nursery Willow Springs Family Farm

Patricia Breen 2010 Portfolio Released

2010 Patricia Breen Collection Unveiled from Patricia Beardsley, Peachtree Place Spring is just around the corner and nothing says Spring like a new shipment of Patricia Breen Miniature Eggs. Pictured here are just a sampling of our new miniature eggs. We think they’ve never been better and know you will too! Peachtree Place will also be receiving TWO special miniature surprise eggs this year, Cavalier Bunny and Quimper Rooster. These eggs would look beautiful on an Easter tree of natural branches or hanging from a chandelier. Don’t wait to call or visit to preorder so that you won’t be disappointed! They will go quickly! If you have any questions or would like to place your order, please contact our Breen specialist, Patty Beardsley at 866-746-0111 or email her at pattyred@ameritech.net. Be sure to check out our website, www.peachtreeplaceonline.com/holiday, often because we will be updating with new photos of the 2010 ornament collection as they arrive. Hippity Hop On Over To Peachtree Place Today! Thank you for allowing use to share your images with collectors, Patty!
2010 Mini Eggs from Patricia Breen Designs

Strolling Bunny $32	De Stijl $26	Peacock Feather $30


Scalloped $30	Nosegay $32	Delft Rooster $36

Celebrate365 Annual Gathering

Sunday afternoon we caught MARTA back to the home of Margaret & Mark Feit, who not only graciously let me stay the weekend with them but also extended their warm generosity to host Connie’s Celebrate365 Gathering.

Mark and Benita were busy in the kitchen all day while Connie and I were at Market. Everything was prepped, organized and ready to go when we got back. I stationed myself in the kitchen to help where ever I was needed. I did try to grab a few pictures before everyone started arriving and then a few while everyone had settled in to eat. Both times, I forgot to take pictures in the same room. I hope Mark forgives me for not getting pictures of his sports display.

When Connie has a few “spare” minutes, I’ll have her help me label these pictures.

Debbee Thibault, Dave (Ann’s friend), Ann Sizemore of Home Traditions, Christina Maullouk of Christina’s World and her assistant.

Even though I didn’t get to spend time with each and everyone there, I still had a wonderful time.

This has been the third of three guest posts by Leslie Kirk. Thanks Connie for everything.

Sunday – Another Day With Connie

On Sunday, we road MARTA in to AmericasMart Atlanta. It was a tad bit chilly outside waiting for the train but it was a lot better than trying to deal with icy roads and trying to find parking. Benita stayed back with our hosts Mark & Margaret Feit to help prepare for the annual Celebrate365 reception that would be held in their beautiful home later that evening.

Our first stop was in the West Wing Gourmet temporaries. Connie looked for a cup of coffee and I found sipping chocolate. Wow, is that stuff rich! Next stop was the High Design temporaries, Connie was gathering ideas and also stopped off at Glory B Hats. She found out that they were doing another give away, so we headed off to get our free hats.

With hats on head, we were off to JingleNog – Connie had work to do there.

Connie had to finish up at Thomas Glenn, so off we went. I left her to finish up her work there to grab a cup of coffee. While waiting in line for my coffee I was inundated with questions about the hat I was wearing. Since I had become a walking display for Glory B Hats, I figured I should at least be able to give people a bit more info about them, so I headed off to their display to see if I could grab a few business cards to hand out.

After we finished up at Thomas Glenn, we grabbed a bite to eat in the Press Room, then headed off to the Eric Cortina showroom. I could not take my eyes off the Christmas Candy ornament – a clear glass apothecary jar filled with blown glass candy – amazing!

Next stop – Klassics By Kurtis where we got a peek at the tribute piece to the “Gloved One” – a glove covered in silver sequins and a “Big Boy” ornament that sparked a conversation into the history of the “Big Boy” restaurants.

Off to Inge-Glas, where we got the complete tour of the showroom. Look at those chocolates – good enough to eat! Continuing on to see the amazing artisanship and detail, but I don’t want to spoil anything that Connie will be writing about her visit to their showroom.

It was time for us to gather up our belonging and head to the MARTA station because their was still a party to throw that evening.

This has been the second of three guest posts by Leslie Kirk.

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