You Just Have To See It! Vicke Mahler-Helmer’s House of Collectibles
There are collectors and then there are collectors, people for whom adding pieces to an array of particular designer items is an irresistible pursuit. The latter perfectly describes Vicke Mahler-Helmer, a longtime customer of St. Nick’s. She laughs, “I decorate for Halloween and Christmas. Thanksgiving the lost holiday.” No doubt. Her home is currently festooned […]
Department 56 Signing Event With Artist Paul Lundberg
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From Fun to Frightening — St. Nick’s D56 Halloween Village Covers the Gamut
From a scary-looking “Beast” to collectibles that are dubbed with names that operate with a touch of whimsy — “The Bat’s Motel,” “Witch Way Home,” and “Bone Jovi” — D56 has something that appeals to everyone. If you enjoy some scary noise for Halloween ambiance, check out “Poe’s Perch Aviary,” or if you want a […]
Poe’s Perch Aviary Opts to Showcase the Work of a Young “Fan” — And You Can Find It at St. Nick’s!
Meet Sam, a ten-year old boy who is a remarkably devoted fan of Scott Enter’s work at Department 56. In fact, the young boy would appear at various events during which the artist made appearances, and even presented drawings inspired by Enter’s work. One sketch for a haunted birdhouse was chosen by D56 to be […]
