We love the traditions of Christmas and wanted to design a snowflake ornament that would be traditional, yet with an artistry and elegance expressed at the center which would take the traditions to a new level.  From one generation to the next, from one new family to another, each family establishes its own traditions around the Christmas holidays and our prayer is that whatever those celebrations and expressions might be, they all start with Emmanuel, God with us! 

As with all our Snowflakes, this year’s “Blessed Assurance” Snowflake for 2013 is designed to celebrate our brief moments together with family and loved ones during the holidays, blessings from above remind us that our time with those nearest to our heart passes as quickly as a snowflake melts in our hands.

This is the tenth (10th) snowflake gift ornament in our annual collection.  After the original art was conceived, sketched, and then drafted, each precision facet in this design was hand sculpted, one-at-the-time, as was every other detail of this snowflake.  Each piece of porcelain is gently coaxed from one step to another in the hand-crafting process as it gradually takes shape, being refined into its final image over the course of a few days, many loving hands, and a large dose of heat!  

The package has a background geometric repeating pattern faintly below the typographical information unique to all of our snowflake gift ornament designs.  Each package box has a scripture hidden under the front flap . . . a surprise gift to the recipient . . . that says "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God. - Ephesians 2:8" 

This Snowflake Gift Ornament is titled “Blessed Assurance”.   The poetry on back of package box  says: "Blessings from above reminding us that our time with those nearest to our heart passes as quickly as a snowflake melts in our hands."    The Scripture on side of package box says "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above. - James 1:17"   The Backstamp for this design is "Blessed Assurance  @2013" .   This snowflake gift ornament measures 4″ diameter and has Item# SF413.   And inside each box is a "missionary card" that extends an invitation to a relationship with God through his Son Jesus Christ with links to further information to help in the journey of faith that begins with an understanding of His great love and our great need.

The acrylic and porcelain stands are available as optional additional items to enhance your collection and presentation and are not included with this item. Scripture: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above. – James 1:17 (Printed on side panel of box)