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As many people know, an Advent Calendar is not only a way to count down the days till Christmas. It's also an opportunity to create fun, interactive, memorable traditions for families of all ages. A chance to be playful as well as spiritual, honoring both the religious meaning of Christmas as well as having fun with cherished holiday stories and characters like elves, gnomes, and reindeer.We hope …

How do you choose jewelry as a gift? Accessories are a very personal choice, so it can be difficult to gift someone a necklace or pair of earrings that they’ll actually wear. On the other hand, it's a unique pleasure to give a gift that's not only meaningful to the recipient, but is also something that fits their style—so it's worth the extra time and consideration to find just the right gift.By p …

Buying gifts for loved ones can be a chore…or it can be a joy. When you come upon that perfect gift, it’s so fun to imagine that look of surprised delight on their face when they open it. The look that says “Where did you find this?” and “Wow, you really know me.” It’s that moment that captures the joy of gift-giving; it's what makes giving more fun than receiving.Moments like those are what keep …

Ever since Judi and Fred Danforth started working with pewter in an old Woodstock, Vermont dairy barn, ornaments have been a core part of our history. Judi, whose expertise in casting pewter is to thank for many beloved Danforth products (jewelry, ornaments, netsukes, etc), was passionate about creating meaningful pieces of décor that could be displayed year-round, not just at Christmas. …