In much the same way my father, Bill Snyder, and his business partner, Glen Forbes, built their business, Christopher Radko started his vision for a company that offered the festive holiday heirlooms his family lost.
Posted on April 01, 2019
Mark Snyder
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Each year since it's beginning, Department 56 has announced the retirement of certain pieces to make room for new and wonderful ideas and creations.
Posted on November 01, 2018
Mark Snyder
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In Paris, stands on every street corner make these beautiful thin pancakes and serve them up with savory filings, sweet sauces or just simply with butter and sugar. And maybe a squeeze of lemon.
Posted on October 27, 2018
Mark Snyder
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Please join us on Saturday, July 21, 2018, from 12pm to 4pm for an afternoon in the Villages of Department 56. Meet Stephane Pepin from Showcase Displays and Lisa Johnson from Department 56 and enjoy an afternoon of Village Display Ideas, Prizes & Sweets Treats.
Posted on July 16, 2018
Mark Snyder
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If you've ever stumbled into tiny bakeries that are upping the ante with seriously creative herb/floral/crème/dessert combinations, then you know the sweet delight of the macaron. In addition, the stunning colors and presentation proffer to the eyes the same joy that the nose and mouth will savor. To the tiny yet mighty macaron, we say, Yes! Please!
Posted on May 09, 2018
Mark Snyder
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A tablecloth that hangs 6 to 10 inches over the edge of your table is ideal for casual dining, while a tablecloth that hangs 30 inches over the edge of your table, brushing the floor, is ideal for very formal occasions.
Posted on April 30, 2018
Mark Snyder
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Today we finished up the second in a string of shows for the Winter 2018 show season. Tomorrow we leave Dallas behind for Los Angeles even after having already worked Atlanta and with Las Vegas on the horizon.
Posted on January 22, 2018
Mark Snyder
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Every year Department 56 retires some of their intricately detailed collectibles. From Villages to Snow Babies and more, we have the first look at the 2017 retirements for Department 56 Villages, Cross Product, Snow Babies and Possible Dreams Figures.
Posted on November 03, 2017
Mark Snyder
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Show off your display skills and enter to win one of several prizes. Send us your photos to be entered in our Halloween Village Display Contest Contest entry deadline is October 25, 2017.
Posted on October 05, 2017
Mark Snyder
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Back in 1981 Bill Snyder and Glen Forbes formed a partnership with Irv and Julie Keller, owners of Keller's of Modesto, to create an import company known at Christmas Ornaments LTD. Together they leveraged their buying power along with over a dozen independent store who comprised the William Glen Catalog Association, to purchase mouth-blown, hand-painted glass Christmas ornaments from West Germany.
Posted on August 15, 2017
Mark Snyder
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Never be afraid of a sharp knife. Use it like an extension of your hand.
Posted on May 16, 2017
Mark Snyder
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