Holly 2024 Collector Ornament | Amos Pewter
Trimmed with a burgundy ribbon, each ornament is ready for hanging on the Christmas tree or in a window. It comes packaged in a burgundy gift envelope that is convenient for gift giving or mailing. Begin a collecting tradition that will be treasured by generations.
-Size: 3.5"
Design Inspiration:
Amidst the snow-covered winter world, the deep green leaves and bright red berries of the holly bush stand out. The prickly leaves offer a protective nesting spot for small birds while its berries provide a source of food through the harsh winter months. The protective nature of holly is sometimes thought to extend into homes during the holiday season, when bringing holly branches inside is believed to bring good luck, peace and happiness to all those within. As the last birth flower of the year, holly celebrates both the milestones and memories of the last year and good fortune in the year to come.
The design for the Holly Ornament began as a “life casting”, a process in which a mould is made from the actual object, in this case holly leaves, then cast into pewter. Amos is known for this approach to design, representative of our innovation in creating pieces that are truly unique. Which is why, as Amos Pewter celebrates its 50th year, we thought it appropriate to use a life casting as our Annual Ornament.
Made in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia
Holly 2024 Collector Ornament | Amos Pewter
The artisans at Amos Pewter are proud to be keepers of time-honoured pewter practices and methods while at the same time offering innovative designs inspired by nature and our beautiful coastal surroundings.
Amos Pewter's artisans carefully ladle hot, free-flowing molten pewter from the melting pot and capture it in a spinning mould formed from a wax sculpture carved in detail to mirror the original hand-drawn design. Once removed from the mould, each piece is carefully hand-finished in a process that ensures excellence in craftsmanship.
Amos Pewter was the first artisan shop in Nova Scotia to become a member of the international Economusee network whose mission is to showcase traditional trades and skills. Amos Pewter is crafted in picturesque Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.
