Hallmark Gold Crown Exclusive Father Christmas series is another very popular ornament introduced in 2004. This series was a sleeper until the 2006 ornament arrived!! It’s rich blue robe and silver sparkles caught everyone’s attention. Inspired by classic images of Santa. This ornament was so popular in such a short time they already have 2 colorways, one in 2007 and one coming out in 2009. All ornaments are handcrafted and fabric designed by Joanna Eschrich.

2004 #1 first in the Hallmark Father Christmas series was adorned with a beautiful winter white fur robe holding a staff in one hand and a dove in his other. The scroll on his back carries a message of peace. The scroll on his backpack carries a message of joy and harmony, bringing a message of peace. Stands 5 ½” tall.

2005 #2 second Father Christmas ornament stands 5 ½’ tall carrying a violin, trumpet, and horn. The scroll in backpack carries a message of joy and harmony. Santa wears a rich burgundy velveteen robe.

2006 #3 third in series of Father Christmas is adorned in a shimmering blue and silver robe holding a staff that has a glittering snowflake in one hand and gifts in his other hand. Silver stars across his robe. Sentiment on scroll reads: Feel the wonder, Celebrate the joy..for this is the spirit of Christmas. Stands 5 ½’ tall.

2007 #4 forth in Hallmark series of Father Christmas wears a dark forest green robe. Sentiments on scroll read: a wish for joy, happiness, prosperity, peace, and love…for this is the spirit of Christmas. Stands 5 ¾” tall.

2008 #5 fifth in Father Christmas Series is in a bright red robe carrying harness for his reindeer and a backpack full of toys. Sentiment on scroll reads: The joy of Christmas is in remembering… Stands 5 1/2" tall.

2009 #6 sixth in Father Christmas series breaks out in a multicolored cloak and a dark green robe with a Christmas tree on his back and mistletoe on his head. Holding a lantern in one hand and the scroll in the other. Sentiment on scroll reads: Where Christmas lives, love endures…. Stands 5 1/4"

2007 Father Christmas colorway 2007 Father Christmas colorway also in red.

2009 Hallmark Father Christmas Colorway ( see sneak peek) Only available at the Hallmark (KOC) Keepsake Ornament Event in August, will not be available in stores. It's a beutiful repaint of the 2006 Father Christmas with light blue and silver.

 
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2 Father Christmas Colorway


          
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