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Reindeer Snowglobe

Arthur — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:03:03 +0000

If you want to include a reindeer snowglobe in your holiday decorating, you have many ways of doing so. You can easily find snow globes with figurines of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer as their main feature. Some of these may also include Santa and a sleigh. These globes would add a colorful festive look to your holiday decor. Some Rudolph snow globes are designed to be part of a tabletop display while others are designed as ornaments to hang on the tree.

Reindeer snowglobes may actually have realistic type reindeer figurines in them. They make a lovely addition to a holiday table. The advantage to having naturalistic reindeer inside of the globe is that you can leave this globe out long after the holidays are over. These globes compliment any winter tabletop display. A snow dome with a gold base and a globe that encompasses a gold deer can add an atmosphere of elegance to your home decor throughout the winter months. Many of these globes are also music boxes.

There are numerous versions of whimsical reindeer scenes enclosed in water globes. There are versions that are part of a collectible set as well as though designed solely for decoration and entertainment. Their styles range from snow globes that are appropriate for young children to the ones that would make an elegant Christmas gift for any adult on your gift list.

Snow globe designs that include reindeer can be found on cross stitch patterns, holiday cards, and stationary. If you want to incorporate a reindeer snowglobe into your holiday decor in a unique way, the snow globe stocking holder is one way to do that.

Elvis Snowglobe

Arthur — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:54:14 +0000

The Elvis snowglobe appears in different shapes and sizes. It is available in a customized design. The globe encloses different designs of Elvis Presley as he appears on the wallpapers. Their prices range between $20 and $50. The music and the picture of Elvis in the globe reminds and individual of the moments that he used to perform. These snow globes can be purchased online in the merchandising websites and in the sites that sell snow globes only. People who are fanatics of the Elvis snow globes enjoy watching him in the globe while they dance to their music. It looks like a preserved fresh image of Elvis just as he looked in the olden days.

An Elvis snow globe can be place on a high place where it plays the role of room decoration. They are available in different sizes from the small sized to the largest. The size of the globe and the color of the portrait are the main determiners of the prices of the snow globes. When you order for a customized snow globe, you are likely to pay as much as $100. These water globes are also sold in auctions when they are few in supply. In the auctions, the person who bids the highest gets to take it home.

Women are the most frequent buyers of the snow globe. This is because Elvis Presley was handsome and alluring to the hearts of many women. His music was also soothing to the people who have a soft spot for love music. The same people who used to attend his concerts without fail remain as his fan base and this is the reason why the Elvis snowglobes sell like hot cake.

Frosty the Snowman Snowglobe

Arthur — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:49:30 +0000

Frosty the snowman snowglobes have been around the world for a while. There are lots of different types of them that are available for purchase. There have been a number of different Frosty the snowman cartoons that have come out in the past and each year that a new snowman comes out, a new snow globe follows right behind. You can purchase these snow domes from a number of different stores ranging from the well known and popular Hallmark store which carries a number of snowglobes to online resources such as Ebay.

There will be a number of older Frosty the Snowman snow globes available for purchase in online stores such as Ebay that will allow you to purchase the not so common and popular versions of this snowglobe. If you come across a version of this water globe that has been considered a valuable collectible and can find it for a low enough price, you will want to purchase this and save it for when it becomes more valuable.

These could be a popular gift for giving to someone who truly loves to collect this type of collector's items. A lot of people collect globes and will keep them on display all year long. This is a great collection to keep open and on display all year long as most snowglobes also play music that will coincide with the style of the globe that you are purchasing. A snowglobe is also a great collector's item to give to your child when starting them out on collecting items. What perfect way to get them started but to give them a one at Christmas time that coincides with the season such as a Frosty the Snowman snowglobe.

Nutcracker Snowglobe

Arthur — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:43:53 +0000

There's no better way to remember this sweet story year-round than with a nutcracker snowglobe. Everyone reminisces about the story from when they were a kid, of a girl who was given a nutcracker statue for Christmas and when it ends up broken by her mean-spirited brother, she's heartbroken until she sees the nutcracker come to life and become a prince who battles the evil mice that invade her house. The girl, Clara, and the prince live happily ever after in the Kingdom of Sweets.

Snowglobes have been around since the early 19th-century, and can be made of any kind of material with all types of scenes enclosed. Typically, modern snow globes are made of glass or plastic, and feature a Christmas theme. What better epitomizes Christmas than a nutcracker snow globe? The epic story of loss and happiness is one that many fond memories have been made around, whether it's reading the book or seeing the ballet based on the book itself. The nutcracker symbol can be seen around the world, in many different cultures, but it all comes from the same story.

A nutcracker snowglobe is generally small enough to enjoy thoroughly, but without diminishing the essence of the story itself. Everyone from all walks of life can enjoy the magic all year round, no matter the climate outside. Christmas isn't the only season that magic can happen in, and the nutcracker is an exceptional story that proves it; your living quarters will come alive and be the topic of conversation amongst your friends.

Precious Moments Snowglobe

Arthur — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 02:30:51 +0000

The innocence and cuteness of Precious Moments figurines is one of the reasons why different models of Precious Moments snowglobe are always being anticipated in the market. Renditions of different miniature characters are very appealing especially to kids. Seeing familiar adult characters reduced to small forms provides such visual sweetness.

In the past few years, several Precious Moments snowglobe models have come and gone in the gift shops, among them limited editions with high price tags. One of the much-coveted globes is Disney's Minnie Aren't You Sweet. Here, Minnie Mouse is enclosed in a little glass ball posing as a skate dancer. The ball is atop a green round table with peach ribbons, and beside it is a little Disney girl clad in a pink dress who enjoys gazing at Minnie. This rare collection is always being fought for both in live and online auctions.

Another famous Precious Moments snowglobe is the one featuring a little girl carrying the newborn Bambi. The two are enclosed in a glass ball set in a garden full of pink flowers. The cute little comfortably sits on the grass and shows to Bambi the beauty and fragrance of the flowers. On top of the globe is a tiny butterfly watching the two. Below the globe is a thick circular base that renders the woodland and highlights Bambi's friends. This Precious Moments snowglobe is painted in bright, baby pastel colors, and built with a music box that plays Vivaldi's "Spring". This snowglobe is sure to exude grace and angelic moods in any child's room.

Betty Boop Snowglobe

Arthur — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 02:23:59 +0000

What started as a simple cartoon character based on the appearance of Helen Kane and Clara Bow, this character that was originally in the world of animation is now famous for being in thousands of Betty Boop snowglobes. It has been years since this cartoon character last appeared in her own movie and even her own television series, but people never seem to get tired of her look.

Truth is, Betty Boop’s original appearance was a lot spicier than how she is depicted now but a lot of people seem to still like it. Whatever the reason is—her strange hair, her great outfits or her pouting red lips, she continues to be adored by both her old and new fans.

Because of this, she can now be seen in various collectibles such as figurines and snowglobes. It would not be hard for you to find a Betty Boop snowglobe somewhere online because designers are continuously making new designs of your favorite cartoon character in a snowglobe. You would be able to find Betty Boop on top having a grand time in Vegas while on top of a slot machine and accompanied by the melody of Luck Be a Lady Tonight. This snowglobe can be bought for under $50. And if you enjoy seeing Betty ride a horse, you might fancy purchasing a Betty Boop snowglobe where she is riding a carousel pony to the tune of You Ought to be in Pictures.

Peter Pan Snowglobe

Arthur — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 02:14:45 +0000

Today, there are about a thousand variations of the Peter Pan snowglobe. Disney’s Peter Pan debuted in 1953 and has qualified for the 1953 Cannes Film Festival. This movie was based on J.M. Barrie’s original novel, The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up. As the fourteenth film released by Disney, this movie created such a buzz that resulted to its extreme popularity still to now.

Peter Pan remakes are constantly coming up; thus allowing the possible number of designs to further increase. There are a lot of Peter Pan snowglobes with exquisite designs but some of the most popular ones are the Peter Pan 50th Anniversary snowglobes and those with figures of the Big Ben and two of the most interesting characters from Peter Pan, Captain Hook and Tinkerbell.
The Big Ben plays an important role in the Disney film because that is the place where they had their flying lessons. One of these Big Ben snowglobes shows Peter Pan, Wendy and her brother, John while circling around the world famous clock tower. The pleasant atmosphere depicted in the figurine is made even clearer by the song that plays from the musical snowglobe, You Can Fly.

Created by Disney designer, Jody Daily, the 50th Anniversary snowglobe shows a magnificent view of Neverland from above the clouds. Also, one of the most memorable scenes from the movie, when Captain Hook captured Tinkerbell, is also immortalized by one snowglobe design. This Peter Pan snowglobe has a candle that lights up and plays the song Moonlight Sonata.

Peanuts Snowglobe

Arthur — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:47:21 +0000

As iconic characters of American comic trip, members of the Peanuts gang have inspired countless artists to create their rendition of a Peanuts Snowglobe. Among the characters, it is Charlie Brown and Snoopy who have won the hearts of creators and collectors, the thoughts and lines of the two stored in these people's memory.

One must-have Peanuts snowglobe model is Hallmark's 50th anniversary memorabilia which highlights a scene in "A Charlie Brown Christmas." In this Snowglobe, Charlie Brown and Snoopy is caught happily decorating a little Christmas tree. Below the ball is a thick base that renders a snowy winter night, spotlighting Woodstock standing amidst the snow-covered landscape. This snowglobe scene is one of the most unforgettable Charlie Brown moments, his regard for poor little pine tree is a call against people's over-commercialization of Christmas. Created by Katrina Bricker, this Charlie Brown Christmas snowglobe includes a music box that plays "Linus and Lucy."

A much-coveted collectible is the Peanuts Carousel Snowglobe released by Willitts Designs in 1988. In this model, the Peanuts gang, including Charlie , Snoopy, Woodstock, Linus, Lucy, and Sally ride their respective horses in a carnivalesque carousel that revolves and whose gondolas go up and down. It has a blower that automatically scatters the snow all around the globe, and a musical box that perfectly suits the happy tableau, playing the hip tune of “Carousel Waltz”. This Peanuts Snowglobe is a very rare item, and only being sold in major, high-end collector's auctions.

Winnie the Pooh Snowglobe

Arthur — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:41:38 +0000

The cutest bear living in 100 Acre Wood is also a favorite collectible icon. Winnie the Pooh Snowglobe models do not fail to win the hearts of cartoon enthusiasts. The adventures of Winnie the Pooh and his friends Christopher, Piglet, Eoyore, Kanga, Rabbit, Owl and Robin carry such appeal that fans can't help keeping figurines which can remind them of these cartoon characters.

The lavish natural setting of 100 Acre Wood is a visual feast, reason why a lot of Winnie the Pooh snowglobe concentrates on this motif. One much-coveted edition is a wonderful 100 Acre Wood rendition wherein Winnie the Pooh and Tigger are enclosed inside a snow globe, set in Winnie's Thoughtful Spot filled with yellow, pink, and purple flowers in full bloom. The tableau shows a lying Winnie being jumped at on the belly by Tigger. Outside the glass, Winnie the Pooh's cozy tree house was shown, with an open door that shows Piglet sweeping the floor. Near Piglet is Eoyore who silently eats his favorite thistles. This is such a fantastic display item, the Winnie the Pooh snowglobe has an automatic blower that whirls the snow, and a music box that plays the fun Winnie the Pooh tune.

A must-have Christmas display memorabilia is the 100 Acre Wood Snowfall model, wherein the characters are set in a joyful winter setting. On top of a snow base, Winnie the Pooh inside the glass ball is caught with his arms up in the air, feasting on the shower of snow with Piglet. Outside the ball, there is Tigger and Eoyore creating a snowman. This Winnie the Pooh snowglobe model is one perfect present for kids who love these iconic cartoon characters.