Added the beloved day of December 19, 2008

What would a colorfully festive Christmas tree be without the iridescent shimmer of Christopher Radko ornaments? The classically decorious blown-glass prettiments make perfect hostess gifts and add festive flair to any holiday decor, even when not hung on your twinkling branches. We've seen people hang them on garlands, chandeliers or fancy picture holders -- all tastefully done, of course.

Although there are countless Radkos that you can snatch up one by one without ever worrying about duplicating (because they're so fabulous), our favorites this year are actually his Shiny Brite collection of twelve vintage American designs from the 1940s. The delightful dozen is the perfect starter set for any Christmas tree, and comes in under thirty dollars, which is a steal for these yuletide prettiments.

- Buy Christopher Radko Shiny Brite Christmas Ornaments