Dazzling Christmas Ornaments to Deck Your Tree
From a sailor swearer to a stockpot, we've found 15 unique adornments for your tree, window, or mantel.
1. Double Glass Sphere
Inside each clear glass globe is a pretty, unexpected pop of color.
In green, $12. West Elm.
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2. Silent Night
A macabre twist on the holiday, this limited-edition silver glass bulb features a noir photograph by artist Barbara Sullivan.
Four-piece set, $60. Artware Editions
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3. Silver Wishbone
Simple and elegant, this ornament is a graceful take on the good-luck tradition.
$15. VivaTerra.
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4. Owl
What a hoot. A hand-painted glass bird seems both whimsical and wise.
Set of two. $24. Jayson Home.
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5. Mistletoe Globe
In glittering gold, this design is an eye-catching addition when hanging on a tree or window.
$49. Michael Aram.
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6. Vintage Octagon
The unusual shape of this ornament makes for a simple but stylish statement.
In gold, $24. Restoration Hardware.
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7. Victorian Whale and Walrus
Glass maritime mammals add subtle nautical style to holiday festivities.
$17 and $14. Paper Source.
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8. Jet Set
Take flight (and skip the long lines at the airport) with a retro-style plane and suitcase.
$48. Jonathan Adler.
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9. Sailor Sweater
This adorable piece will add a subtle soft touch, and nautical style, to your tree.
$12.50. Lands End.
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10. Stockpot
Mini copper cookware ornaments are the perfect present for the aspiring chef. Set of 3 includes a cake mold and pitcher.
$36. Williams Sonoma.
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11. Nail
Cast in porcelain from a real railroad spike, this ornament makes a striking statement.
$24. Pigeon Toe Ceramics.
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12. Home
Tiny houses - far from ticky tacky- are an artful adornment to a tree, mantel, or present. Set of four, $40. Blight Design.
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13. Polar Bear
At just a few inches, this polar bear is a shrunken version of the life-size sculpture by artist François Pompon.
$25. Met Museum.
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14. Nesting Partridge
Celebrate the 12 days of Christmas with a mouth-blown and hand-painted glass ornament that's reminiscent of the classic carol.
$88. Mackenzie Childs.
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Ornaments photographed on the 7' Silver Twig Potted Tree, $350. zgallerie.com.
Do you have a favorite Christmas ornaments?
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