Almost twenty years ago. Sam Butcher had a dream. Ministering to others through his faith and his art. To the astonishment and delight of Sam, his teardrop-eyed "Little Messengers" have touched the hearts and lives of both young and old in unimaginable ways. Not only has it grown into one of the world's most popular gift collections, but Precious Moments figurines and gifts have become nothing short of a phenomenon. And now, Sam Butcher has been awarded another prestigious accolade..."Artist of the Year" at the 1996 International Collectible Exposition. May his passionate message continue to inspire people everywhere in the true spirit of loving, caring and sharing.

This is the season to celebrate Snowbabies. Since their introduction ten years ago. Snowbabies have enchanted collectors around the country and have brightened the imagination of those who still remember youthful innocence and hopes for a brighter future. Each of these finely detailed bisque porcelain collectibles, with hand-painted faces and hand-applied frosty bisque snow crystals, are complete in their own gold foil stamped storybook boxes. Now, in 1997 we welcome new Snowbaby friends to this very special collection...In Snowbaby tradition, there's a wealth of stars waiting for you, too.. with each one comes the wish that a sparkle of joy will touch your day and that you sense the Snowbaby magic and laughter all around you...in Every Snowfall.

THE DEBUT OF SERAPHIM STUDIOS

Roman Inc., one of America's finest giftware companies, has always been an important resource for angle merchandise. In the early 1990's, Roman's president, Ron Jedlinski, formed Seraphim Studios to design an exclusive angel collection inspired by clasic Renaissance paintings and sculptures.

We wanted our angles to surpass the beauties of the ages ages...echo the delicate colors of nature...and posses the most finely detailed wings that human hands could form.

We convinced one of the world's finest sculptors to aid us in this endeavor. Not only did he possess the extraordinary talent for this undertaking, he shared our desire to bring a corner of heaven to earth. For months this dedicated artist worked and reworked the master scultures, rendering the breathtaking faces, the flowing robes, and the realistic wings. Finally, the sculptures were reproduced in translucent resin. Meticulous hand-painting brought Seraphim Classic to life. Please join us now for a glimpse of the angels that bring you Heaven on Earth.

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