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The Story of Swarovski Crystal
An inspiring story is that of the formation of the Swarovski Crystal Company. Not many know that this modern day luxury brand was brought into existence from a son of a glass cutter in Austria. Starting off by gaining valuable experience in his father's small workshop, he went on to create an electric machine that revolutionized the entire crystal-cutting industry. More than a century after the company was established in... (posted by Scott 2 years 275 days ago.)
An inspiring story is that of the formation of the Swarovski Crystal Company. Not many know that this modern day luxury brand was brought into existence from a son of a glass cutter in Austria. Starting off by gaining valuable experience in his father's small workshop, he went on to create an electric machine that revolutionized the entire crystal-cutting industry. More than a century after the company was established in... (posted by Scott 2 years 275 days ago.)
Cross Pens - America's Oldest Luxury Writing Instruments
The A.T. Cross Company is a leader in the field of fine writing instruments, and with a history as rich as the ink lines that flow from their pens, it's no wonder their pens are revered. Established in 1846, the A.T. Cross Company is America's oldest luxury writing instruments manufacturer. A unique trait about Cross is that while most writing utensil companies are family-operated, the... (posted by Scott 3 years 20 days ago.)
The A.T. Cross Company is a leader in the field of fine writing instruments, and with a history as rich as the ink lines that flow from their pens, it's no wonder their pens are revered. Established in 1846, the A.T. Cross Company is America's oldest luxury writing instruments manufacturer. A unique trait about Cross is that while most writing utensil companies are family-operated, the... (posted by Scott 3 years 20 days ago.)
Gorham Silver - an American Classic
Since 1831, when it was founded, the Gorham Company of Providence, Rhode Island, has grown from a small shop making coin silver spoons to the largest maker of sterling silverwares in the world by the beginning of the twentieth century. In addition to Gorham's commercial silverwares, the company made a line of innovative art wares. The company also made thimbles, combs, jewelry, and other small items. In 1842, a tariff... (posted by Scott 3 years 214 days ago.)
Since 1831, when it was founded, the Gorham Company of Providence, Rhode Island, has grown from a small shop making coin silver spoons to the largest maker of sterling silverwares in the world by the beginning of the twentieth century. In addition to Gorham's commercial silverwares, the company made a line of innovative art wares. The company also made thimbles, combs, jewelry, and other small items. In 1842, a tariff... (posted by Scott 3 years 214 days ago.)
Collecting Lladro Porcelain Figurines
Lladro porcelain figurines portray human traits and values that inspire respect and praise. Some figurines characterize natural humility. Others depict bravery and courage in the midst of frailty. Still others celebrate our collective spirit of creativity. Collectors of these figurines are devoted to them largely because they easily identify with the purity of heart the figurines illustrate. A Timeless Beauty In... (posted by Scott 3 years 214 days ago.)
Lladro porcelain figurines portray human traits and values that inspire respect and praise. Some figurines characterize natural humility. Others depict bravery and courage in the midst of frailty. Still others celebrate our collective spirit of creativity. Collectors of these figurines are devoted to them largely because they easily identify with the purity of heart the figurines illustrate. A Timeless Beauty In... (posted by Scott 3 years 214 days ago.)
Longaberger Baskets As Collectibles
Longaberger baskets have become a cornerstone of the basket-making business. Every basket-maker (including Longaberger's competitors) knows what a Longaberger basket is and how much customers value them. So treasured are these baskets that thousands of people around the world collect them, keeping them, trading them, or giving them as gifts to their loved ones. Often, collectors hold onto them with plans to hand the... (posted by Scott 4 years 34 days ago.)
Longaberger baskets have become a cornerstone of the basket-making business. Every basket-maker (including Longaberger's competitors) knows what a Longaberger basket is and how much customers value them. So treasured are these baskets that thousands of people around the world collect them, keeping them, trading them, or giving them as gifts to their loved ones. Often, collectors hold onto them with plans to hand the... (posted by Scott 4 years 34 days ago.)
Dave Longaberger: Founder Of The Longaberger Company
In 1934, Dave Longaberger was born to J.W. and Bonnie Longaberger. The fifth of twelve children, Dave often accompanied his father to the family basket-making business. However, those trips ended when, in 1955, his father closed up shop. Eighteen years later, Dave decided to revive the family tradition and founded The Longaberger Company. Beginning with only five basket-makers, Dave grew the company... (posted by Scott 4 years 34 days ago.)
In 1934, Dave Longaberger was born to J.W. and Bonnie Longaberger. The fifth of twelve children, Dave often accompanied his father to the family basket-making business. However, those trips ended when, in 1955, his father closed up shop. Eighteen years later, Dave decided to revive the family tradition and founded The Longaberger Company. Beginning with only five basket-makers, Dave grew the company... (posted by Scott 4 years 34 days ago.)
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