Gift Boxed Spode Christmas Tree mug


“In 1938, Harold Holdaway, a young designer in Spode’s England office, was asked to design a Christmas pattern for the American market. He was faced with a dilemma…he had never seen a decorated Christmas tree! In his first sketch the presents were suspended from the branches. ‘Wouldn’t that caused them to drop?’ he wondered. He amended his sketches when told the American tradition was to place gifts under the tree. He used another Christmas icon in a most delightful way, adorning the top of the tree with jolly St. Nick. We find his design both unique and charming, as do Spode Christmas Tree lovers the world over.” Spode


I’m cleaning out my closets of gifts never given, items never used, clothes never worn, projects never done, etc. If interested, check out my other items. I definitely combine shipping!