Shiny brite

My first Shiny Brite ornaments. If you frequent antique or vintage shops, you’ve undoubtedly seen Shiny Brite ornaments, even if you ha...

Shiny Brite ornaments were created by American businessman Max Eckardt in 1937. Before World War II, almost all of the glass ornaments on American Christmas trees were imported from Germany. It was…

Shiny-Brite ornaments are a perfect example of Mid-Century Christmas decorations. The great ad, above, is from 1966. These ornaments date back a little earlier, though. The first Shiny-Brite ornaments were made in 1937 by Max Eckhardt. He worked with the Corning Glass Company to produce them. These ornaments were originally sold at Woolworth dime stores. Shiny-Brites were popular during the 1940's - World War II vintage - because they were American made. The 1940's box top featured Santa…

If you are a fan of all things vintage Christmas, then you probably love Shiny Brite ornaments. So let's celebrate them together!

Posts about Collecting Shiny Brite Ornaments written by James

Shop Home's Christopher Radko Red Green Size 1.75” Ornaments at a discounted price at Poshmark. Description: Christopher Radko Shiny Brite Set of 20 Ornaments From the Shiny Brite collection by Christopher Radko, this Christmas Brights ornament set features: Set of 20 ornaments 1.75”. Assorted Primary Colors Handcrafted mouth-blown construction using time-honored Renaissance-era techniques Hand-painted with water-based paint Tempered glass to help resist breakage Approx. 1.75” No two items…

Learn the history of Shiny Brite ornaments, where to buy them, how to decorate with them, how to clean them and how to determine their age.

It's time to haul out the holly!

These Shiny Brite decorating ideas are Santa approved. See the most creative ways to display vintage or new ornaments for beautiful Christmas decorations.

Fire up the glue gun, because it's time to craft!