Giftware Article about KCIC Christmas Ornaments

KCIC Ornaments taps the market for fine quality religious ornaments and inspirational home decor with personalized, "ready-to-give" gifts

June 2002, Pittsburgh, PA - Let's face it. A Bible verse on a Christmas ornament is not a new idea. Some established glass ornament manufacturers have already done so. However, KCIC (Keep Christ In Christmas) Ornaments attaches a personalized nameplate to their fine quality porcelain ornaments with a Bible verse, adds an ornament stand (or hanger) for display, gift box, color-coordinated gift packaging (with a gift tag) and a gospel tract is a new idea.

“For years we searched in vain for fine quality, affordable ornaments that tell the real Christmas story,” says company spokesperson, E. P. Walker. “On the one hand, there were $5 plastic/resin products. On the other hand, an occasional star or bell by established ornament manufacturers retailing at $40 and up. We stopped praying for God to inspire someone else and decided with His help, to do it ourselves!” (Read KCIC story)

KCIC creates fine quality porcelain and glass ornaments that appeal to upscale buyers of inspirational holiday décor or personalized gifts. The theme of all KCIC Collectible Christmas ornaments is the birth of Jesus Christ. Their product line is packaged for gift giving and features three collections: "Redeemer Collection": personalized ivory porcelains with a Bible verse, "Renaissance Spirit Collection": ivory porcelains with Renaissance-era Nativity paintings and "Advent Story Collection": hand-painted 3-D glass ornaments.

The "Redeemer Collection" of personalized ornaments in three shapes is currently available in three Bible verses. The first a prophesy of the birth of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 7:14pp); the second announces the Fulfillment of that prophecy (Luke 2:11). The third affirms the Impact of His coming (Luke 1:68pp). The fourth and final verse (coming in 2003) celebrates the Joy of His presence. Ornaments are embellished with hand-tied burgundy, navy blue and forest green imported velvet bows respectively. Nameplates are hand inscribed free with up to six words. Customers can create their own messages – using it to strengthen relationships with family members and friends. Or, select a nameplate engraved "Christmas 2002".

"Renaissance Spirit Collection" of porcelain ornaments have a full color Renaissance-era Nativity painting on the front, a Bible verse on the back, are embellished with ivory silk bows, packed in an ivory chiffon gift pouch and include either a solid brass Renaissance easel or Chapel Window painted gold ornament stand for display and free gift wrap.

"Advent Story Collection" hand painted three-dimensional gold or silver glass ornaments are heart, bell, star, and teardrop shapes that KCIC associates with four Advent miracles: The Immaculate Conception/Marriage of Mary and Joseph, the Annunciation, The Coming of the Magi and the Flight to Egypt. Attached to each glass ornament on a satin hanging ribbon is a gold or silver booklet with the related Bible verses. Gold ornaments are trimmed with a burgundy velvet bow; navy blue bows decorate the silver ornaments. Bubble wrap lined gift pouches correspond to the bow colors.

The company has also added an assortment of ornament stands for tall, heavy or multiple ornaments. Finishes include brass, gold painted, silver plate, silver painted and chrome.

"KCIC creates fine quality Christian ornaments that communicate the significance of Christmas in a simple, personal way. "We are on the cutting edge of a small, developing market for fine quality Christian Christmas ornaments. When we started four years ago, we were told by distributors and Christian stores there was no market for our products," she continues. "The fact that sales from our web site increase every year is encouraging," continues Walker.

KCIC is also nurturing the concept of “ready to give” gifts-products that arrive ready to put under a tree with a gift tag. Gift-wrap is available but not necessary. So far, it has been successful. “Shoppers are so busy during the holiday season, they appreciate the convenience and savings of complete gift packaging.” Walker observes.

The company also creates custom Christmas ornaments for ministry, business or family VIP gifts of five ornaments or more. Corporate customers get a ten percent discount, free gift-wrap and gift packaging.

Ornaments and stands are sold on their website between $16 and $40 including shipping. Porcelain ornaments are protected by a lifetime, unlimited free replacement guarantee that also covers the glass ornaments for three years.

Order by phone, fax, mail order or secure ordering from the web site. Resellers and VIP gift buyers are welcome. For more information about KCIC ornaments or their Christian Affiliates Program, visit the company website at http://www.kcic-Christmas-ornaments.com/ or call 1.888.539.2884 .

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ARTICLE ABOUT KCIC CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS